Flaherty scored one of the most treasured goals in hurling history as Offaly beat Galway in 1981 to win a first All-Ireland.
He was one of the most stylish hurlers of his generation, and was key to Offaly winning a first Leinster senior championship in 1980, scoring two goals in the ...
Offaly GAA has been plunged into sadness after the passing of legendary Faithful hurler Johnny Flaherty following a brave battle with illness.
The Kinnitty man lit the touchpaper for Offaly hurling in 1980 and again in the 1981 All-Ireland final against Galway.
A true sporting icon, Johnny Flaherty ensured his place in Offaly GAA folklore when his all important late hand passed goal spearheaded the charge to victory in ...
His late hand passed goal spearheaded the county to victory in the 1981 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship final against Galway. ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE ...