Christy Ring (December 12, 1920-March 2, 1979), sportsman, regarded as one of the finest hurlers ever to play the game.

Born in Cloyne, County Cork, Ireland. He is commemorated by a sculpture of him in the town.

Christy Ring first played for Cork in 1939, and won eight All-Ireland medals before retiring from inter-county competition at the age of 43. He shares this record with John Doyle of Holycross. He also accumulated 18 Railway Cup medals and many other honours during a long career.

Christy Ring died suddenly on March 2, 1979. He was 58.