Biography
Born in Johnstown, County Kilkenny, Henderson was the eldest son in a family that would later become synonymous with hurling in Kilkenny. His two younger brothers, Ger and John, would form the backbone of the great Kilkenny team of the 1970s.
Henderson was educated at Johnstown national school before later receiving his secondary schooling at Thurles CBS. Here he played in the prestigious Dr. Harty Cup competition, however, Thurles CBS failed to win the provincial title during Henderson's tenure.
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