TRIBUTES ARE POURING in for eight-time All-Ireland winner Michael Fennelly, who announced his retirement from inter-county hurling on Friday at the age of 32.
Fennelly made his senior debut for Kilkenny in 2006 and went on to win nine Leinster titles, five National Leagues, three All-Stars and the Hurler of the Year award in 2011.
In addition to his eight All-Ireland medals, he also captained Kilkenny to a Liam MacCarthy Cup in 2009.
The Ballyhale Shamrocks midfielder has struggled with injuries of late, including a ruptured Achilles tendon and back problems in recent seasons.
Prominent GAA figures from across the Gaelic Football and hurling platforms have been posting their tributes to Fennelly on social media.
Henry Shefflin
@MFennellyKK broke many rules on & off the field to wear @KilkennyCLG jersey- breaking my Twitter sabbatical to wish him a very happy retirement-powerhouse in the middle of the park and a gent everywhere else. Some great memories to bring with you pal. 👏👍life is good. https://t.co/pMT6NCtkX3
What a warrior @MFennellyKK was for Kk over the years.never needed much trainin but by god always delivered powerful displays.congrats and enjoy.well earned
Congratulations to @MFennellyKK on an incredible intercounty career. Not too many men that can influence teams and games like Fenno did. Enjoy the retirement bud. Well earned.
I was incredibly privileged to spend an hour in the company of Michael Fennelly earlier this year. You can listen to the man himself discuss his career, life and injuries on the podcast. What a warrior on and off the field. You will be missed pal ⚫️🔶 - https://t.co/UdfbSn9Tlphttps://t.co/iRsn5Z5dQv
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'One of the greatest players to set foot on the playing field': Tributes pour in as Michael Fennelly retires
TRIBUTES ARE POURING in for eight-time All-Ireland winner Michael Fennelly, who announced his retirement from inter-county hurling on Friday at the age of 32.
Fennelly made his senior debut for Kilkenny in 2006 and went on to win nine Leinster titles, five National Leagues, three All-Stars and the Hurler of the Year award in 2011.
In addition to his eight All-Ireland medals, he also captained Kilkenny to a Liam MacCarthy Cup in 2009.
The Ballyhale Shamrocks midfielder has struggled with injuries of late, including a ruptured Achilles tendon and back problems in recent seasons.
Prominent GAA figures from across the Gaelic Football and hurling platforms have been posting their tributes to Fennelly on social media.
Henry Shefflin
Diarmuid O’Sullivan
Athony Daly
Tomás O’Sé
Darran O’Sullivan
Eoin Larkin
Kieran Joyce
Joe Dooley
Philly McMahon
Brendan Bugler
Alan O’Mara
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Kilkenny’s Michael Fennelly announces his retirement from inter-county hurling
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