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John Ryan

1958 – 2003

Irish hurler, born 1958

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About John Ryan

Lived 1958 – 2003 (aged 45). John Ryan was an Irish hurler.

John Ryan (April 1958 - 7 October 2003 ) was an Irish hurler who played as a centre-forward for the Galway senior team.

Born in Killimordaly, County Galway, Ryan first played competitive hurling whilst at Presentation College, Athenry. He made his first impression on the inter-county scene when he joined the Galway under-21 team. He made his senior debut during the 1980 championship. Ryan went on to play a key role for Galway for a short period, and won one All-Ireland medal and one National Hurling League medal.

At club level Ryan was a one-time Connacht medallist with Killimordaly. He also won one championship medal with the club.

Throughout his career Ryan made just four championship appearances for Galway. His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1984 championship.

His brother, Éanna, also played with Galway and was a two-time All-Ireland medallist.

Honours

Player

Killimordaly Connacht Senior Club Hurling Championship (1): 1986 Galway Senior Club Hurling Championship (1): 1986

Galway All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship (1): 1980 All-Ireland Under-21 Hurling Championship (1): 1978

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Ryan?

Irish hurler, born 1958

When was John Ryan born?

John Ryan was born on 1 April 1958 in Killimordaly.

When did John Ryan die?

John Ryan died on 7 October 2003 in Killimordaly.

What was John Ryan's occupation?

John Ryan was a hurler.

What nationality was John Ryan?

John Ryan was Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Ryan

· Wikidata: Q16015979

· DBpedia: John Ryan (Galway hurler)

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