PICTURES: Former Limerick senior hurling captain Declan Hannon honoured with Civic Reception

LIMERICK City and County Council was delighted to host a Civic Reception in honour of Declan Hannon, one of the most decorated and respected figures in modern hurling on last Wednesday evening in the Council Chamber in Dooradoyle. 

The event recognised Declan’s unparalleled contribution to Limerick sport, community and culture, and the lasting legacy he has built both on and off the pitch.

Declan was joined at the reception by family members, including parents Bridget and Joe and brother Jody; the Limerick Senior Hurling Team were represented by Manager, John Kiely, and William O’Donoghue; Freeman of Limerick, JP McManus; other friends and supporters. The event reflected on a remarkable sporting journey and celebrated the enduring impact of a true Limerick legend, who announced his retirement from inter-county hurling in October last year.

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Born in Adare, Declan Hannon enjoyed a glittering 15‑year career with the Limerick senior hurling team, winning five All‑Ireland Senior Hurling Championship titles and seven Munster Championships. In 2018, he famously captained Limerick to their first All‑Ireland triumph since 1973, a watershed moment that ignited celebrations across the county.

Declan’s foundations were laid early: he won back‑to‑back Harty Cups with Ardscoil Rís in 2010 and 2011, helped Mary Immaculate College secure their first Fitzgibbon Cup in 2016, claimed a Limerick Senior Hurling Championship with his club Adare in 2009, and secured a Munster Under‑21 medal with Limerick in 2011.

These early successes - across school, college, club and county - set the stage for his rise as one of the most influential figures in modern hurling.

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