Kilkenny legend Tommy Walsh chose retirement on losing starting spot

Kilkenny hurling legend Tommy Walsh has revealed he chose to retire after losing his starting position.

Tue, 30 Jun, 2015 - 15:56

By John Fogarty

Kilkenny hurling legend Tommy Walsh has revealed he chose to retire after losing his starting position, but not before he had helped his younger teammates - including his brother Padraic - to win an All-Ireland title.

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