Ireland’s Chris Cargo has retired from international hockey after 195 matches and 28 goals.
Cargo made his debut in the 2009 Celtic Cup, scoring as Ireland defeated France 3-1 in Edinburgh. He was part of the Irish side who won bronze at the 2015 European Championships and then made history again by qualifying for the Rio Olympics in 2016.
He finishes his Irish career eighth on the all-time caps list, captaining the team twice against Pakistan in Lisburn in 2017.
“I have loved wearing the green shirt for 10 years in countries all over the world and making history with this group,” said Cargo.
“I would particularly like to thank Paul Revington for giving me my first opportunity to wear a green shirt. I had given up on that dream so I will always be truly grateful to him for giving me that chance and changing my life. He made me, and the whole group, believe that we could make history and instilled in us a huge drive and determination.
“I look forward to wearing my green shirt as a supporter of Irish Hockey in future years. Irish hockey is in rude health with the ladies representing us in Tokyo next summer and I believe that the correct support for both teams will mean that we will see both in Paris and for many more Olympics to come.”
Hockey Ireland Performance Director Adam Grainger congratulated Chris on his career.
“Congratulations on your Hockey Ireland playing career, you have a lot to be proud of. We have no doubt you’ll be successful in everything you undertake off the pitch.”
