James Ryan (born 1943) is an Irish former hurling coach and player.
Ryan first played hurling at club level with Carrick Davins.
[1] Ryan was also part of the Carrick Davins team that won the Munster Club SHC title after a defeat of Ballygunner in 1966.
Ryan won a National League–Munster SHC double in 1968 before being beaten by Wexford in that year's All-Ireland final.
[5] In retirement from playing, Ryan became involved in team management and coaching at club level with Carrick Davins.