Career
Born in Littleton, County, Bergin first excelled at hurling in his youth. He arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of twenty when he first linked up with the under-21 team He joined the senior panel during the 1974 championship.
Bergin went on to play a bit part for over a decade, however, he ended his career without any silverware.
At club level Bergin is a one-time Munster medallist with. Throughout his career Bergin made 5 championship appearances.
He retired from inter-county hurling following the conclusion of the 1986 championship. In retirement from playing Bergin has become involved in team management and coaching.
As a selector with the senior team between 1998 and 2005 he helped the team to All-Ireland, Munster and National League honours.
Player Selector.