Career
Born in Cahernashelleeney, Claregalway, County Galway, Cullinane first excelled at hurling whilst at school at Saint Mary"s College. He arrived on the inter-county scene when he first linked up with the Galway minor team He made his senior debut in the 1954 championship.
Cullinane went on to play a bit part for Galway over the next few years, however, he enjoyed little success in terms of silverware.
He was an All-Ireland runner-up on one occasion. At club level he was a four-time championship medallist with.
Throughout his career Cullinane made just two championship appearances for Galway. His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1958 championship.
In retirement from playing, Cullinane became involved in team management and coaching.
At club level he was a selector when Athenry reached their first championship decider in 1977.
