Career
Born in, County, Ryan first excelled at hurling whilst at Presentation College, Athenry. He made his first impression on the inter-county scene when he joined the under-21 team He made his senior debut during the 1980 championship.
At club level Ryan was a one-time Connacht medallist with.
Throughout his career Ryan made just four championship appearances foreign His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1984 championship.