GAA Watch: Cavan footballer Killian Clarke and Westmeath hurler Tommy Doyle retire
Eva Osborne
Cavan footballer Killian Clarke and former Westmeath hurling captain Tommy Doyle have both called time on their inter-county careers.
32-year-old Killian Clarke, who played in defence, midfield and the forwards, won Ulster medals with his county at senior, under-21 and minor levels.
He made made 134 appearances for the Breffni County, having made his senior debut in 2012.
Cavan GAA praised Clarke for the "dedication and commitment" he showed during his 13-year inter-county football career after he informed incoming manager Dermot McCabe that he will not be returning in 2026.
𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿- 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹
After an illustrious intercounty career, the Shercock club man, Killian Clarke has decided to call time on his Cavan Career. The Shercock player informed the county board of his… pic.twitter.com/pS3erVVVUj
— Official Cavan GAA (@CavanCoBoardGaa) November 11, 2025
Former Westmeath hurling captain Tommy Doyle has also called time on his 13-year inter-county career.
The Lough Lene Gaels defender was part of the 2021 Joe McDonagh Cup winning team, and he also collected two Division Two League medals.
Doyle said it is a 'bittersweet' moment to step away, as Westmeath hurling gave him "some of the best days" of his life.
End of an era!
After 13 seasons of dedication, leadership, and pride, Tommy Doyle hangs up the Westmeath jersey.
Thank you for everything, Tommy — a true servant of the game and an inspiration to all who wear the maroon and white.An Iarmhí Abú. pic.twitter.com/XKLO80188S
— Westmeath GAA (@westmeath_gaa) November 11, 2025
