Career
Born in Loughmore, County, Healy first excelled at Gaelic football in his youth. 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 junior side. He joined the senior panel during the 1970 championship.
At club level Healy played with Loughmore-Castleiney.
Healy retired from inter-county football following the conclusion of the 1971 championship. In retirement from playing Healy became involved in team management and coaching.
He has served as a selector with the minor, under-21, junior and senior teams.