Tommy Leahy
Irish hurler
About Tommy Leahy
Lived 1906 – 1978 (aged 71–72).
Thomas Leahy (22 January 1907 – 29 December 1978) was an Irish hurler who played as a centre-forward for the Kilkenny senior team from 1932 until 1937.
Leahy made his first appearance for the team during the 1932 championship and became a regular player over the next decade. During that time he won three All-Ireland winner's medal, five Leinster winner's medals and a National Hurling League winners' medal.
At club level Leahy enjoyed a lengthy career with the Emeralds club, however, he failed to win a county club championship winners' medal.
Leahy's brother, Terry, was also an All-Ireland medal-winner with Kilkenny. His brother-in-law, John Joe Cassidy won All-Ireland medals with the Cavan senior football team.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tommy Leahy?
Irish hurler (1906-1978)
When was Tommy Leahy born?
Tommy Leahy was born in 1906 in Urlingford.
When did Tommy Leahy die?
Tommy Leahy died on 29 December 1978.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tommy Leahy (Kilkenny hurler)
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