Career

Born in Ballymacward, County, Barrett first excelled at hurling whilst at school at Garbally College. He made his first impression on the inter-county scene when he joined the under-21 team He made his senior debut during the 1974 championship.

He was an All-Ireland runner-up on one occasion.

At club level he was a one-time championship medallist with Saint Barrett also lined out with Pádraig Pearse"s Gaelic Athletic Association and Faythe Harriers.

Throughout his career Barrett made seven championship appearances foreign His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1978 championship. In retirement from playing, Barrett became involved in team management and coaching.

He enjoyed a lengthy spell as hurling coach at Saint Peter"s College, Wexford.

Player Saint

Achievements

• Saint Brendan"s Dublin Senior Club Hurling Championship (1): 1980 University College Dublin Fitzgibbon Cup (1): 1972 Galway National Hurling League (1): 1974-1975 All-Ireland Under-21 Hurling Championship (1): 1972.

Membership

As a member of the Connacht inter-provincial team, Barrett enjoyed little success in the Railway Cup.