Career
He made his debut with the senior team in the Oireachtas Tournament in 1983 and was a regular player on the inter-county scene for a number of seasons. During that time he enjoyed little success. At club level Howard is a Munster medalist with Clarecastle.
In retirement from playing Howard became involved in team management, initially working as a selector and manager with the Clarecastle and Kilmoyley club teams.
On 15 October 2012, Howard was appointed manager of the Kerry senior hurling team
