Wexford boss Darragh Egan has suffered a fresh blow with the news that Paul Morris is retiring from inter-county hurling.
The Ferns St Aidan’s clubman’s decision comes on the back of Shaun Murphy calling time on his Wexford career earlier this week.
Morris was the longest-serving player on Egan’s books having made the first of his 120 appearances back in 2010 and he went on to break into the list of Wexford’s all-time top 10 Championship scorers.
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The high point of his career was the 2019 Leinster senior title, Wexford’s first in 15 years, while he also won a trio of Walsh Cups.
His decision comes on the back of helping his club to their first ever Wexford senior hurling title earlier this year and, following their elimination from the Leinster Championship by St Mullins last month, he has confirmed his departure from the county panel.
“I’ve loved every minute wearing the purple and gold,” Morris commented. “It’s been one of the greatest honours of my life.
“As a kid, all I ever wanted was to play in Croke Park and climb the Hogan Stand steps for Leinster and All-Ireland glory. Thankfully one of them was achieved, however I can no longer give the levels required, and my focus now turns to prolonging my club career.
“I owe a debt of gratitude to all my team-mates, managers, Wexford supporters and coaches over the years. The friendships and bonds created will be cherished forever.
“My club Ferns St Aidan’s gave me the platform to represent Wexford and I look forward now to helping the next generation in our club. Finally, huge thanks to my family and fiancée Leanne.
“Nobody has supported me more through thick and thin, and this might now make watching games a bit easier!
“I wish Wexford every success for 2023. Thanks for the memories - Le Croí agus Lámh!”
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