Seán Hayes (born 1960) is an Irish retired Gaelic footballer who played as a centre-forward for the Cork senior team.
Born in Cork, Cleary first played competitive Gaelic football during his schooling at Coláiste Chríost Rí.
He arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of seventeen when he first linked up with the Cork minor team before later joining the under-21 side.
He made his senior debut during the 1981 championship.. At club level Hayes is a three-time All-Ireland medallist with Nemo Rangers.
In retirement from playing Hayes became involved in team management and coaching.