Mark Bergin anointed Kilkenny hurling captain for the year ahead

The 27-year-old was O’Loughlin Gaels’ nomination.

KILKENNY HURLING CHAMPIONS O’Loughlin Gaels have nominated Mark Bergin to captain the county in 2017.

Mark Bergin celebrates at the final whistle James Crombie / INPHO James Crombie / INPHO / INPHO

As reigning champions, Gaels have the honour of providing the county captain for the forthcoming year and so the 27-year-old forward will follow in the footsteps of clubmates Brian Hogan, Andy and Martin Comerford in leading the Cats.

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