game go to extra time, but it trailed off wide, resulting in Waterford losing the game. Senior Intercounty Ryan made his Intercounty debut against Dublin in the National Hurling League 2009, when he played as a substitute. Previous to this Ryan had been starting for Waterford in the Waterford Crystal Cup competition, contributing a few points. Ryan proved good enough to earn a spot on the Senior panel for the championship. In 2010 Ryan was part of the Waterford team who won the Waterford Crystal Cup. He also played a crucial part in the National Hurling league, scoring a goal against Cork and setting up one for teammate Dan Shanahan against Offaly. Ryan started his first National League game against Cork on 21 March. Ryan then started the following League match against Tipperary. Thomas Ryan although not listed as a sub was part of the Waterford team who bet Cork in the 2010 Munster Final Replay. On 5 August it was confirmed that Ryan was back to full training with the senior panel. Thomas Ryan made his championship debut against Tipperary in the All Ireland Semi Final where he came on as a sub in the last few minutes. Ryan didn't play for Waterford in the Waterford Crystal Cup due to college commitments. He started his first game for Waterford in the National Hurling League against Dublin where it ended in a draw. Ryan also started the next game on the 20/2 against Wexford where he contributed 2 points from play and Waterford then went on to win. Personal life Thomas Ryan attended St Colmans School, Fermoy and is now a student at University College Cork. Ryan is also a painter of landscapes and has exhibited in events across the country, including the National Ploughing Championship held in Cardenton, County Kildare in 2009. Achievements In 2003 Thomas Ryan won the All Ireland Feile Skills Competition. In 2009 Thomas Ryan's goal against Clare in the Under 21 championship was nominated for goal of 2009. National Hurling League Appearances Championship Appearances References External links https://web.archive.org/web/20110108021938/http://tallow.waterford.gaa.ie/index.html http://www.waterford.gaa.ie/ 1989 births Living people Waterford inter-county hurlers Tallow hurlers