The Gaelic Players Association has led the tributes to Henry Shefflin following the announcement of his retirement from intercounty hurling today.

A statement from the GPA reads: 'The Gaelic Players Association would like to pay tribute to Henry Shefflin on his retirement from inter-county hurling.

'As the most successful GAA player of all time, Henry has been an extraordinary ambassador not alone for Gaelic games and its great amateur players but for Irish sport in general.

'His enduring dedication, including overcoming two career-threatening injuries, has inspired a generation - on and off the playing field. His untouchable legacy is unlikely ever to be eclipsed.

'A true role model for all aspiring athletes, Henry's exceptional competitive zeal has always been underpinned by great sportsmanship and integrity. It is most fitting that, at 36 years of age, he was afforded the privilege of closing this chapter in his life as an All-Ireland champion with Ballyhale.

'As a legendary figure in the Irish sporting world we hope that Henry's career is given due recognition by the State through a long-awaited honours system for our sporting heroes. However, he will certainly never be forgotten by the GAA family.

'We would like to wish Henry the very best of luck in his county retirement and his continued involvement with his club.'

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