Career
Born in Rosbercon, County, Walsh 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 under-21 side. At club level Walsh is a Leinster medalist at junior level with the club
Club Walsh has enjoyed much success with during his short club career.
In 2008 Walsh was only seventeen years-old when he was a key forward on the club"s top team Tullogher were subsequently beaten by Dripsey in the All-Ireland final.
Inter-county were outplayed for much of the game, however, a late goal secured a 3-6 to 0-13 victory and an All-Ireland medal for Walsh. In 2009 Walsh added a second consecutive Leinster medal to his collection, however, Galway gained their revenge for the previous year"s defeat in the All-Ireland final with a 2-15 to 2-11 victory.
Walsh later played with the under-21 team, however, he enjoyed little success in this grade.
By this stage Walsh had also joined the senior team He made his championship debut at full-forward in the All-Ireland final replay against Galway. He scored 1-3 from play and collected his first All-Ireland medal as defeated Galway by 3-22 to 3-11.
Walsh finished off a memorable debut by claiming the man of the match award.
