These things happen in threes.
So we’re just waiting to see what other well known inter-county hurler decides to call it a day, after James Woodlock today announced that he won’t be hurling for Tipperary anymore.
The midfielder has been a key part of the Tipperary sides of the last number of years, but in a statement today, has confirmed his retirement from the top level of the sport.
“It has been a great honour for me to have been part of Tipperary hurling teams at minor, under 21 and senior level but the time has now come for me to announce my retirement from the inter-county scene.”
“My club, Drom and Inch, has always been very supportive of me and I want to thank everybody in the club for their great encouragement at all times. Now that my inter-county career is over, I look forward to continuing to play with Drom and Inch.”
The 29-year-old won three Munster titles with his native county, while a horrendous injury suffered in 2009 ruled him out the All-Ireland winning campaign of 2010.
His retirement comes just 24 hours after Conor O’Mahony called time on his inter-county hurling career at the age of 31.
Former Tipperary boss Liam Sheedy was one of the first to pay tribute to the Killkenny-based Garda
Super fella with a heart as big as his engine and has given some contribution to Tipperary hurling… #honesty https://t.co/JEfiUapHKU
— Liam Sheedy (@LiamLsheedy) November 14, 2015
James Woodlock's retirement seems a little premature. A real warrior for Tipp, still only 29, and not a long line of midfield alternatives..
— John Harrington (@JHarrington79) November 14, 2015
All the best to James Woodlock on his retirement from Tipp SH panel. Honest, fearless and committed at all times. Led by example.
— Ger Ryan (@GerARyan) November 14, 2015
Very sad to see James Woodlock retire from Inter-County Hurling. A great midfielder who didn't get the recognition he deserved. #tippgaa
— An Tiobraideach (@AnTiobraideach) November 14, 2015
