Former Kilkenny hurler Jim Treacy has died at the age of 82.
Treacy, from Bennettsbridge, captained the Cats to their 1967 All-Ireland triumph over Tipperary. It was a significant victory with the team having lost two of the previous three finals. It also marked a first over neighbours Tipp in the final since 1922.
He was a well regarded defender and picked up a first All-Star Award in 1971, the first year they were presented, and another one the following year.
Treacy also won All-Irelands with Kilkenny in 1969 and 1972 and 1974, while he was part of the extended panel for the victories in 1963 and 1975 before retiring.
RTÉ Archive: Kilkenny All Ireland Champions 1967
