John Delahunty (7 October 1919 – 9 July 1997) was an Irish hurler and politician. At club level he played with Thurles Sarsfields, and also lined out at inter-county level with various Tipperary teams.

Career

Ryan first appeared on the inter-county scene with Tipperary during a two-year stint with the minor team in 1936. He later spent two seasons with the senior team and won Munster SHC and All-Ireland SHC medals in 1945.[2]

Personal life and death

Delahunty was a prominent figure in the business life of Thurles. He spent over 40 years as a member of the Urban Council and had several terms as chairman. He died after a period of illness on 9 July 1997, at the age of 77.[3]

Honours

Tipperary

References

  1. ^ "Birth of JOHN DELAHUNTY on 07 October 1919". Irish Genealogy website. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  2. ^ "Senior hurling". Munster GAA website. Retrieved 29 May 2023.
  3. ^ "Death of John Delahunty". Tipperary Star. 19 July 1997. Retrieved 29 May 2023.
Allikas: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Delahunty
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