 In 2004 Kilkenny were aiming to win a third All-Ireland title in-a-row, however, the team had a less than successful year as Kilkenny ended up without any major title.The team was back in 2005 with Ryall collecting his first National Hurling League medal, as well as a second Leinster title.Kilkenny were later defeated by Galway in a thrilling All-Ireland semi-final.