Irish name Liam O Riain 1909-1930 Cappamore Sport Hurling Limerick titles 0 | Position Right wing-forward Name Willie Ryan Years Club | |
Willie Ryan (born 11 November 1894, date of death unknown) was an Irish hurler who played as a right wing-forward for the Limerick senior team.
Ryan made his first appearance for the team during the 1914 championship and became a regular player over the next decade. During that time he won two All-Ireland winner's medals and two Munster winner's medals
At club level, Gleeson played with Cappamore, however, a county championship winners' medal eluded him. He also represented Ireland in the Tailteann Games.
In retirement from playing Gleeson enjoyed a distinguished career as a referee at club level. His two sons, Séamus and Liam, played hurling with Limerick in the 1950s.
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