Caroline Currid to Rejoin John Kiely’s Limerick Hurling Team in 2026
Caroline Currid, a highly esteemed sports psychologist, will return to the Limerick hurling team for the 2026 season. Having been absent from the backroom team for two years, her rejoining marks a significant step in Limerick’s quest for a sixth Liam MacCarthy Cup under coach John Kiely.
Impact of Currid’s Return
Currid was instrumental in Limerick’s 2018 All-Ireland victory and their subsequent four consecutive championships at the start of this decade. She was notably missed during Limerick’s unsuccessful campaigns in 2019, 2024, and 2025. Many players and figures within the team regularly cite her positive influence. Former strength and conditioning coach Cairbre Ó Cairealláin labeled her as “irreplaceable” and “the best in the business.”
Player Testimonials
- Gearóid Hegarty, half-forward, remarked on Currid’s absence as a “massive loss,” emphasizing her integral role in their past successes.
Currid boasts an impressive track record beyond hurling, contributing to All-Ireland victories with Tyrone and Dublin in football, as well as the Tipperary hurlers’ triumph. Recently, she collaborated with Paul O’Connell on the Ireland coaching staff during a mini-tour against Georgia and Portugal.
Recent Contributions
Her recent impact was also seen with Moycullen, Galway’s football champions. Manager Cathal Clancy praised Currid’s contributions, calling her “absolutely class.” He highlighted her ability to provide significant background support with a “light touch.”
Developments for Limerick’s Team
In related news, Séamus Flanagan, a five-time All-Ireland winner with Limerick, will not be part of Kiely’s plans in the next season. Flanagan is transitioning from player to management, set to coach the Tipperary Premier Intermediate team, Boherlahan/Dualla, in 2026. This marks his first coaching role, as he aims to build on Boherlahan’s recent success, having reached the county semi-final this year.
Currid’s return to the Limerick hurling team could play a crucial role as they aim for further glory in upcoming competitions.
