It's over. 'King Henry' Shefflin has retired from senior inter-county hurling.
After the most decorated career in the history of the small ball, the Ballyhale Shamrocks clubman announced his retirement today at a noon press conference in Langton's Hotel, Kilkenny.
"It is with a deep sense of gratitude and personal contentment that I am announcing today that I am bringing to an end my inter-county playing career with the Kilkenny Senior Hurling Team," said 36-year-old Shefflin, who 10 All-Irelands in the Black-and-Amber, and another three in the green of Ballyhale.
Surreal scenes in Langton's as Henry called it a day. Grown men in tears, spontaneous rounds of applause from the media. @offtheball
— David McIntyre (@DaveMcIntyreNT) March 25, 2015
"When I reflect back over the past 16 years playing the game that I love, at the highest level with Kilkenny, it is impossible to quantify the endless hours of happiness, satisfaction and fulfilment I have enjoyed.
"I will always be eternally grateful to the numerous people ... Brian Cody has been part of my senior inter-county career from the beginning and I benefitted greatly from his guidance and support.
"I now look forward to continue to play with my club Ballyhale Shamrocks and supporting Kilkenny Hurling teams for many years to come."
