Former Dublin footballer Jason Sherlock has announced his retirement from the game.

The 1995 All-Ireland winner, an icon for Hill 16 until his departure from intercounty football in 2010, has made the decision after St. Oliver Plunkett’s/Eoghan Ruadh’s Dublin SFC first round defeat to Ballinteer St. John’s.

"I would like to close a very important chapter in my life today by publicly announcing my retirement from Gaelic football," he said today in a statement realeased by the GPA. "It isn't easy for any player to take the ultimate step, particular from club football as well, but it is time for me to move on.

“As a child, my dream was to play for Dublin and to have represented my county for 15 years was a privilege. It also provided me with some of my greatest memories and it was an honour to play alongside and against some wonderful footballers and people during that time.

“However, making the transition gives me an opportunity to publicly thank all those who have supported me throughout my playing career; family, team-mates, management and supporters. No player can operate at the top level without a team of people helping him; I was fortunate to have great people behind me.

“While bringing closure to a very important part of my life, I look forward to the future opportunities that lie ahead for me and my family.”

As well as the 1995 All-Ireland title, Sherlock won seven Leinster championships and three county club titles with Na Fianna.