Dec 23,2024
Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh has announced her retirement from inter-county football at the age of 32 after a stellar career with Kerry.
Ní Mhuircheartaigh was named footballer of the year in 2023 and won five All-Star awards, with her career culminating in All-Ireland glory in August as the Kingdom saw off Galway at Croke Park.
The Corca Dhuibhne club woman said in a statement: "After 17 years of representing Kerry at inter-county level, I have made the decision to retire from playing with the Kerry ladies football team.
"This has been a deeply difficult decision, but one I feel is right for me at this stage in my career. I would like to thank the Kerry County Board for their support throughout my journey.
"A special thanks to the management teams over the years particularly Darragh and Declan and their management teams, for their guidance, leadership and passion for the Kerry ladies. Your dedication has played a key role in my development, both on and off the field.
"To my team-mates, it has been an honour to represent this jersey alongside such talented and driven individuals. I'll forever cherish the memories we've shared together and the friendships we have created."
Kerry LGFA chairperson Nora Fealey said: "Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh has been an inspiration to all who have witnessed her 17-year career in the green and gold.
"Louise is the embodiment of what makes ladies Gaelic football great. Talented, consistent, hardworking, committed, dedicated and inspiring are all words that come to mind when describing Louise on and off the field."
