Declan Hannon's Wife Paid Class Radio Tribute After Limerick Retirement

There was a real ‘end of an era’ moment in Limerick hurling this week, with it being announced that longtime captain Declan Hannon had retired from inter-county duties after 15 years in green and white.

The Adare club man has amassed an incredible CV during that period. He captained Limerick in four All-Ireland final wins, as well as picking up a fifth medal in 2023 despite missing the final due to injury. He also had seven Munster medals and two All-Stars to his name.

Hannon has struggled with injuries in recent seasons, meaning the confirmation of his retirement at 32-years old did not come as a huge shock. However, the news has been met with an outpouring of well wishes from Limerick fans, including from his own wife.

Declan Hannon’s Wife Paid Amazing Tribute To Limerick Legend After Retirement

Declan Hannon and Louise Cantillon have been a couple since their secondary school days, with the pair tying the knot back in 2023. His partner is a well-known media personality in her own right, carving out a successful radio, television, and podcast career.

She is currently the lunchtime host on radio station Today FM, where she took the opportunity to pay an emotional tribute to her husband after the new of his retirement was confirmed.

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In a brilliant clip, she paid tribute to his dedication and achievements on the pitch, as well as the memories that were created during his time with Limerick.

Bitter sweet day for the parish 💛

Louise shares a heartfelt message for her husband Declan Hannon as he retires from inter-county Hurling with 5 all Ireland wins under his belt 🏆 pic.twitter.com/mxEzahuV8H

— Today FM 💛 (@TodayFM) October 22, 2025

For me and for a lot of people, it is the end of an incredible era and some of the most incredible days of my life…

I do just want to say the biggest congratulations to Declan Hannon on his retirement from inter-county hurling. If ever there was a day I could gloat, I could get away with doing it today…

He has had a phenomenal career as a hurler. Any team he has captained has won whatever competition they set out to do. This all started back in primary school in the early 00s…

He had many incredible years with the Limerick senior hurling team, memories that I feel it is impossible to pick a highlight from. We’ll be reminiscing on highlights for the rest of our lives and we’re only 32-years old.

What I do want to say on record today, and nationally while I can and have this special opportunity, is that it has been the joy of my life to be on this journey with you Declan.

If I could turn back time and do it all again, I would do it in a heartbeat.

A fantastic tribute for a genuine GAA legend.

Ronan O’Gara was among those who were moved by the words for the Limerick legend.

That is Class. Congratulations to the both of you.

— Ronan O Gara (@RonanOGara10) October 23, 2025

This is just class….a heartfelt tribute for the person who knows him best to one of the greatest to play the game ….an absolute gentleman to boot as well https://t.co/IXHaM4oGNd

— Ronan Sheehan (@newryhurler1) October 22, 2025

Well done Louise. A beautiful tribute to an outstanding sportsman – truly an all-time great. Wishing you both long life, health and happiness. https://t.co/CjCrV2ZsIz

— Brian Carthy (@briancarthyrte) October 22, 2025

With Declan Hannon’s Limerick career having provided countless priceless memories down through the years, the couple will no doubt be excited about the next chapter will bring.

We wish them all the best.

Declan Hannon’s Wife Paid Class Radio Tribute After Limerick Retirement

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