About Barry Murphy
Born 1888. Barry Murphy was a hurler and farmer.
Barry Murphy (born 19 April 1888) was an Irish hurler who played as a goalkeeper for the Cork senior team.
Murphy made his first appearance for the team during the 1914 championship and was a regular member of the starting fifteen at various times until his retirement after the 1919 championship. During that time he won one Munster medal. Murphy was an All-Ireland runner-up on one occasion.
At club level Murphy was a one-time county intermediate championship medalist with Cloughduv.
His brothers, Dinny and John Barry-Murphy, also played with Cork.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Barry Murphy?
Irish hurler, from Cork
When was Barry Murphy born?
Barry Murphy was born on 19 April 1888 in Cloughduv.
What was Barry Murphy's occupation?
Barry Murphy was a hurler and farmer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Barry Murphy (Cork hurler)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Barry Murphy. https://biography.guide/barry-murphy-hurler-1888/
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