Kilkenny Senior Hurler and Tullogher Rosbercon clubman Walter Walsh has today announced his retirement from inter county hurling, following a remarkable 13 years in the black and amber.
Walter joined the senior panel in 2012 at 21 years of age and, over the course of his distinguished career, won eight Leinster titles, four National League titles and three All-Ireland titles. Walter also took home a well-deserved All-Star in 2016.
Walter first lined out for Kilkenny as a minor during the Leinster Championship in 2008 and bagged himself Leinster and All-Ireland medals in his first year on the inter county scene.
But who can forget the All-Ireland replay against Galway on the 30th September 2012! That was the day Walter made his debut for the Senior panel, took Croke Park by storm and scored 1-3 from play, picked up the Man of the Match Award as well as an All-Ireland title and endeared himself in the hearts of Kilkenny supporters everywhere.
Kilkenny Senior Hurling Manager Derek Lyng thanked Walter, saying “It’s been an honour to have worked with Walter. His towering presence both on and off the field has inspired many young hurlers and his attitude, drive and leadership has been immense. Walter leaves us with many great memories and I wish him well in his retirement.”
County Board Chairman, PJ Kenny paid tribute to Walter, saying “On behalf of Kilkenny County Board and all associated with Kilkenny hurling, I would like to thank Walter for his commitment and his contributions to Kilkenny hurling over the last 13 years. Throughout his career, Walter represented his club and county with distinction and we wish Walter the very best for the future.”
Player Profile
Walter Walsh (Tullogher Rosbercon)
Joined Panel: 2012
Honours:
3 All-Ireland SHC (2012, 2014, 2015) (Man of the Match 2012); 8 Leinster SHC (2014-2016, 2020-2024); 4 NHL (2013, 2014, 2018, 2021); 1 Walsh Cup (2017); 1 Railway Cup (2014), 1 Leinster U21 HC (2012); 1 All-Ireland MHC (2008); 2 Leinster MHC (2008, 2009); 1 All-Ireland Club JHC (2023); 2 Leinster Club JHC (2008, 2023); 2 Kilkenny JHC (2008, 2023); 1 All Star (2016); Leinster Senior Colleges (U14 HC, U16HC, SHC, U16FC).
