Na Piarsaigh

Founded 1968

Co. Limerick

Club Legends - The Barry O'Regan Interview

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The Big Interview - Barry The Kid


Role with senior hurlers: Logistics/anything to do off the field.
Years in the role: On and Off 27 years.

1. What’s the first Na Piarsaigh memory that comes to mind?

Eddie Kelly Jr. Wonder goal in the last minute in a relegation semi-final against Garryspillane 2003 to win by a point as they say the rest is history.

2. What's your proudest moment being involved in the club?

Being involved with the lads when they won the Club All Ireland in 2016.

3. Describe your matchday routine.

Linking in with Dennis, Ben & Eoin early part of the week seeing what's needed, getting to the grounds around 2 hours before the game, set up the dressing rooms before the lads arrive and just be around if they need any help with anything.

4. What do you find most rewarding about being involved with the Na Piarsaigh Senior Hurlers?

Seeing the lads' develop and being part of their journey.

5. What other interests have you outside the GAA?

Cooking, playing golf.

Barry and Ben after our win in the Minor Football Final this year.


6. Who’s the joker on the senior hurling squad?

Has to be Evan Condon, always laughing and a good lad to take the piss out of.

7. Best golfer on the senior setup, inclusive of management?

8. Anyone notorious for forgetting their gear?

James Finn, hands down, there isn't a training session where he has forgotten something.

9. ⁠Something you may not know about me.

Did a cameo appearance on the Irish version of Come dine with me, back in the day.

Barry and Peter pictured recently. Both have been invaluable to the senior setup this year.