David Kilcoyne has been forced to hang up his boots at the age of 36 due to injury. The Limerick native was a great player for both Munster and Ireland and as he said himself, he has ‘lived the dream’
We wish him all the best in the future, have a look at his statement below.
All the best Killer.
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Thanks Killer!
He gave his all for @Munsterrugby and @IrishRugby
Dave Kilcoyne announces his retirement: https://t.co/hOl7jZj960 pic.twitter.com/d83TU7VT0P
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) May 7, 2025
Growing up living in Limerick, my dream was always to play for Munster and Ireland. To have done so for so long has been a dream come true. The last two years haven’t gone as planned with surgeries to my shoulder and Achilles.
In a way, it’s easier that the decision to play on has been taken away from me. I take great pride in knowing that I always gave everything I had and left nothing on the pitch. It’s almost a fitting way for me to finish up. I want to thank all the coaches that have influenced my career right the way up from UL Bohemians, Ardscoil Rís, Munster and Ireland.
I want to thank my family who have been a constant support throughout my career. I certainly wouldn’t have had the career I had if it wasn’t for their unwavering support over the years. I want to thank all my team-mates that I shared the battlefield with over the years, a lot of whom are my best friends today.
To the red army of Munster supporters that have cheered and supported me and my career since 2011, thank you – I look forward to joining you in the stands! I’d also like to thank the University of Limerick (and my mother) for encouraging me and accommodating my education over the years.
After my degree in Business Studies, I was able to complete an MSc in Business Project Managment in 2019. I am just about to finish a Prof Diploma in Aircraft Leasing and Finance and hope to graduate in the summer.
This wouldn’t have been possible without the help and understanding of the lecturers and University. I’m extremely excited for what the next chapter brings and using all the skills and life lessons that my rugby career has given me.
To The Brave And Faithful Nothing Is Impossible ❤️