LONG AFTER THE final whistle had blown at Semple Stadium, bringing Waterford’s summer to an early end, one man was still togged out on the pitch surrounded by fans.
Michael ‘Brick’ Walsh made his championship debut in 2003; today the Déise’s most loyal servant lined out for the 74th time, setting a new record for appearances in the senior hurling championship.
Advertisement
Among the first to congratulate ‘Brick’ was the man whose record he broke, former Tipperary keeper Brendan Cummins.
And as the tributes poured in from across the GAA world, people reached for the same words time and again.
Warrior.
Legend.
Gentleman.
Congrats to 'Brick' Walsh setting new champ appearance record today. He has been some servant to @WaterfordGAA over the years. The way he's going might even extend the record next year! #warrior#gent
To embed this post, copy the code below on your site
Close
4 Comments
This is YOUR comments community. Stay civil, stay constructive, stay on topic.
Please familiarise yourself with our comments policy
here
before taking part.
A warrior and a gentleman: GAA world salutes 'Brick' Walsh on championship appearance record
LONG AFTER THE final whistle had blown at Semple Stadium, bringing Waterford’s summer to an early end, one man was still togged out on the pitch surrounded by fans.
Michael ‘Brick’ Walsh made his championship debut in 2003; today the Déise’s most loyal servant lined out for the 74th time, setting a new record for appearances in the senior hurling championship.
Among the first to congratulate ‘Brick’ was the man whose record he broke, former Tipperary keeper Brendan Cummins.
And as the tributes poured in from across the GAA world, people reached for the same words time and again.
Warrior.
Legend.
Gentleman.
Whoops!
We couldn't find this Tweet
The42 is on Instagram! Tap the button below on your phone to follow us!
Late show as reigning champions Cork edge Waterford to book Munster final spot
To embed this post, copy the code below on your site
Brick Walsh GAA michael walsh rock solid team:Waterford (Hurling 1590