Career
Born in Dundrum, County, Farrell first excelled at hurling 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 under-21 side. He made his senior debut during the 1982 championship.
Farrell went on to enjoy a brief career.
Throughout his career Farrell made 1 championship appearance foreign His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1984 championship.