Career
Born in Boherlahen, County, Kevin first excelled at hurling in his youth. 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 junior side. He joined the senior panel during the 1951 championship.
At club level Kevin enjoyed a lengthy career with.
Ryan retired from inter-county hurling following the conclusion of the 1951 championship. In retirement from playing Kevin became involved in team management and coaching.
He was a selector with the Boherlahen-Dualla senior team on a number of occasions.