The legendary hurler has called it a day after an incredible intercounty career.
Limerick’s Declan Hannon celebrates with the Liam MacCarthy cup (Image: Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy)
Limerick‘s five-time All-Ireland winning captain Declan Hannon has retired from intercounty hurling.
Hannon was the beating heart of the Limerick team that won five All-Ireland titles in six years between 2018 and 2023, and the Adare man was key to the Treaty ending a 35-year drought with that epic one-point win over Galway.
In a glittering career that spanned 15 years, the 32-year-old was a part of a side that won seven Munster titles along with those five All-Irelands. He was also awarded an All-Star on three occasions as a half-back.
“It has been one of the greatest honours of my life to wear the Limerick jersey,” he said in a statement confirming his retirement.
“To represent my county, and share the highest of highs with people I love. Hurling has been a major part of my life since I was a child. It tested me, it humbled me, and it gave me moments I will carry in my heart forever.
“I want to thank my club Adare GAA and the Adare community, all the coaches and teammates from underage up to senior level, your guidance and encouragement shaped the path ahead. I will never forget returning home to the village in 2018. That feeling will live with me always.”