Career
Born in, Cleary first excelled at Gaelic football during his schooling at Coláiste Chríost Rí. He arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of seventeen when he first linked up with the minor team before later joining the under-21 side. He made his senior debut during the 1981 championship.
At club level Hayes is a three-time All-Ireland medallist with.
Throughout his career Hayes made 2 championship appearances. He retired from inter-county football following the conclusion of the 1981 championship.
In retirement from playing Hayes became involved in team management and coaching. After coaching Youghal at club level he later became manager of the under-21 team
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