Stephen Hiney retires from Dublin hurlers

Former Dublin captain Stephen Hiney has announced his retirement from inter-county hurling.

The Ballyboden St Enda's club man, who captained Dublin to the Leinster title in 2013, has called time on the Dubs after 13 years.

Hiney also won the National League title with Dublin and collected senior county titles in both hurling and football.

In a statement he described playing for Dublin as a great honour, but expressed his disappointment at never reaching an All-Ireland final with Dublin.

"Dublin hurling has changed dramatically from when I first joined the team. It would have been hard to imagine Dublin winning Leinster championship and National League titles 13 years ago.

"The Leinster championship win was definitely the highlight of my career. I was also lucky enough to have captained the team for a number of seasons which was a huge honour for me."

Hiney saw recent years hampered by injury and today he had particular thanks for the Dublin medical team.

"I have experienced highs and lows during my playing career. I have endured some serious injuries along the way but thanks to the brilliant medical staff and backroom teams, I have been fortunate enough to be able to return to the playing field on each occasion."

"I would like to give a special mention to Anthony Daly and his management team with whom we experienced our greatest success. Without Anthony's passion and drive, I'm sure we would not have experienced the success we did.

"I have played with an amazing bunch of lads over the years, many of whom I regard as my closest friends. I have no doubt that with the talent in Dublin hurling at present they will have even more success over the coming years. I would like to wish Ger Cunningham, the management team and the current panel the very best of luck in the seasons ahead."

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