Career
Born in Kilcormac, County Offaly, Spain first excelled at hurling in his youth. He arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of sixteen when he first linked up with the Offaly minor team before later joining the junior side. He made his senior debut during the 1954 championship.
Spain went on to play a key role for Offaly but enjoyed little success.
At club level Spain enjoyed a lengthy career with Kilcormac/Killoughey. Throughout his career Spain made 8 championship appearance for Offaly.
His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1963 championship. In retirement from playing Spain became involved in refereeing at club and inter-county levels.
