John Gardiner (hurler)

John Gardiner (hurler)

John Gardiner (born 8 February 1983) is an Irish hurler who played as a right wing-back for the Cork senior team.

Gardiner made his first appearance for the team during the 2002 National League and was a regular member of the starting fifteen until he was dropped from the panel after the 2012 championship. During that time he won two All-Ireland medals and three Munster medals. Gardiner was an All-Ireland runner-up on two occasions.

At club level Gardiner is a one-time county club championship medalist with Na Piarsaigh.

Gardiner has a number of personal achievements, including one All-Star award. In 2005 he was the choice of his peers as GPA Hurler of the Year.