Career
Born in Urlingford, County, Burke first excelled at hurling during his schooling at Johnstown Vocational School. He arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of seventeen when he first linked up with the minor team, before later joining the under-21 and junior sides. He made his senior debut during the 1984-1985 National Hurling League.
Burke enjoyed a five-year career with before later joining the Wexford senior team
At club level Burke is a one-time championship medallist in the intermediate grade with. He began his career with Emeralds before later joining Rathgarogue-Cushinstown.
Throughout his career Burke made a combined total of six championship appearances. He retired from inter-county hurling following the conclusion of the 1992 championship.
Team Johnstown Vocational School.
