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John Gleeson

b. 1941

Irish hurler

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About John Gleeson

Born 1941. John Gleeson is an Irish hurler.

John Gleeson (born 1941) is an Irish retired hurler who played as a right corner-back for the Tipperary senior team.

Gleeson joined the team during the 1966 championship and was a regular member of the starting fifteen until his retirement after the 1974 championship. During that time he won one All-Ireland medal and two Munster medals.

At club level Gleeson was a double county club championship medalist with Moneygall.

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1941, Moneygall
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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Gleeson?

Irish hurler

When was John Gleeson born?

John Gleeson was born in 1941 in Moneygall.

What is John Gleeson's occupation?

John Gleeson is a hurler.

What nationality is John Gleeson?

John Gleeson is Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Gleeson

· Wikidata: Q6235479

· DBpedia: John Gleeson (hurler)

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