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An exciting and versatile player; Kilkenny GAA County Board Chair PJ Kenny pays tribute to Padraig Walsh

It's hoped he will continue with his beloved Tullaroan

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14 January 2020; Tullaroan and Kilkenny Hurler Pádraig Walsh is pictured ahead of the AIB GAA All-Ireland Intermediate Club Hurling Championship Final where they face Fr. O’Neills of Cork on Saturday January 18th at Croke Park. AIB is in its 29th year sponsoring the GAA Club Championship and is delighted to continue to support the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Championships across football, hurling and camogie. For exclusive content and behind the scenes action throughout the AIB GAA & Camogie Club Championships follow AIB GAA on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Outgoing Kilkenny county hurler Padraig Walsh has been hailed for his skill and for being a team player.

The Tullaroan native’s announced his retirement from inter county action after serving on the panel since 2012.

He was part of the All Ireland winning team of 2014 & 2015 and holds two all stars as well.

Image: tribute to Padraig Walsh on Kilkenny GAA website

Chair of Kilkenny GAA County Board PJ Kenny has been telling KCLR News the 31-year-old will be missed;

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