Post-playing Career
In retirement from inter-county hurling Howard continued to work as a Garda in County Tipperary. His huge contribution to the game of hurling was recognised in 1982 when he was presented with the GAA All-Time All-Star Award. Howard's daughter, Liz Howard, followed in her father's footsteps and played camogie for Clare, Tipperary and Dublin. She later served as the PRO of the Tipperary County Board and is currently the president of the Camogie Association of Ireland.
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Preceded by Jack Lynch (Cork) |
GAA All-Time All-Star Award 1982 |
Succeeded by Pa McInerney (Clare) |
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Name | Howard, Garrett |
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Short description | Irish hurler |
Date of birth | 1899 |
Place of birth | Croom |
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