Education
Born in Coonagh on the Clare-Limerick border, Downes was educated at Caherdavin Boys National School before later attending Ardscoil Ríson
Born in Coonagh on the Clare-Limerick border, Downes was educated at Caherdavin Boys National School before later attending Ardscoil Ríson
He is Christian (evangelical). Downes was one of the stars of the Ardscoil Rís team that secured the Harty Cup title in 2010 following an epic three-game series against reigning All-Ireland champions Thurles Columbia Broadcasting System. He later lined out in the All-Ireland final against Saint Kieran"s College, however, Ardscoil Rís were narrowly beaten by 2-11 to 2-8. Following the completion of his Leaving Certificate Downes attended National University of Ireland Galway where he is currently studying Arts.
Club
Munster Senior Club Hurling Championship (2): 2011, 2013
Limerick Senior Hurling Championship (3): 2011, 2013, 2015
Limerick Under-21 Hurling Championship (1): 2010
Limerick Under-21 Football B Championship (1): 2011
Limerick Under-21 Football All County Championship (1): 2011
Inter-county
Munster Senior Hurling Championship (1): 2013
National League (Division 2) (1): 2011
Munster Under-21 Hurling Championship (1): 2011 (c).
Downes made his first appearance for the team during the 2011 championship and became a regular member of the starting fifteen that season.