Another Wexford hurler announces his retirement

A key Wexford hurler has retired from the inter-county scene…

Long-serving Wexford hurler and St Annes club man, Liam óG McGovern, has retired.

Announcing his decision, Liam Óg said:

‘As I announce my retirement from the Wexford senior hurling panel, I’ve taken time to reflect on my journey. The words of Charles Dickens come to mind: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times; it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope.” These words capture the highs and lows of my intercounty career and, I’m sure, reflect the experience of many others.

To the countless people who have supported me over the years, thank you. Retiring is bittersweet, but I leave with no regrets—only pride and gratitude for the years spent chasing the dream in purple and gold and the privilege of rubbing shoulders alongside and against some of the best in the game.

Now, I look forward to cheering on the next generation of Wexford hurlers and finding new ways to give back to the county that has given me so much.’

Wexford senior hurling manager, Keith Rossiter, has led the tributes to McGovern.

‘Liam Óg has been a wonderful servant of Wexford hurling, giving us many memorable days and many great performances,’ he said.

‘I had the pleasure of playing both with him and against him myself, and I know as well as anyone just how fiercely dedicated he’s always been. He was a key part of the Wexford set-up for many years, and he contributed hugely to Wexford hurling. However, I totally respect his decision, which I know he’d been considering for some time. I wish him every happiness and success in the future, and sincerely thank him for all his efforts for Wexford over the years.’

He follows in the footsteps of Matt O’Hanlon and fellow clubman Dee O’Keeffe who earlier announced their retirements from the inter-county scene.