John Reidy

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John Reidy (8 November 1875 – 21 June 1910) was an Irish hurler who played as a goalkeeper for the Limerick senior team.

Nativename
Seán Ó Riada (Irish)
Born8 November 1875
Died21 June 1910 (aged 34)
Ballingarry, County Limerick, Ireland
OccupationFarmer
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John Reidy
Personal information
Native name
Seán Ó Riada (Irish)
Born8 November 1875
Died21 June 1910 (aged 34)
Ballingarry, County Limerick, Ireland
OccupationFarmer
Sport
SportHurling
PositionGoalkeeper
Club
Years Club
Ballingarry
Inter-county
Years County
Limerick
Inter-county titles
Munster titles 1
All-Irelands 1
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Born in Ballingarry, County Limerick, Reidy first played competitive hurling in his youth. He was a regular for the Limerick senior hurling team during a successful period at the end of the 19th century. During his inter-county career he won one All-Ireland medal and one Munster medal.[1][2]

At club level Reidy was a stalwart of the Ballingarry team.[citation needed]

In retirement from playing Reidy became involved in the administrative affairs of the Gaelic Athletic Association, having served as president of the Limerick County Board.[citation needed]

Honours

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