Michael Downes
Michael Downes (21 October 1868 – 21 May 1943) was an Irish hurler who played with the Limerick senior team. Born in Kilfinane, County Limerick, Downes first played competitive hurling in his youth. He quickly established himself on the Kilfinane team and won county senior championship medals in 1897 and 1899. After success at club level, Downes joined the Limerick senior team. He was part of the team that won All-Ireland, Munster and Croke Cup titles in 1897.