TRIBUTES HAVE BEEN paid to the legendary GAA broadcaster Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh who has passed away at the age of 93.
Ó Muircheartaigh, a native of Kerry, was widely considered to be one of Ireland’s greatest ever sports broadcasters and commentated on Gaelic games for over 60 years on RTÉ Radio.
His voice and commentary style was synonymous with the game, conjuring up phrases during matches which have cemented his status as one of the sports most beloved figures.
“As a player in the 90s, we always wanted Míchéal to commentate on our games,” GAA president Jarlath Burns said on RTÉ today. “We knew he would turn the ordinary narrative of a game to poetry. He did it so beautifully, eloquently, but most of all, he did it gently.
“When you consider his achievements, apart from commentary and all those things that he did, his promotion of the Irish language in such an unintrusive and beautiful way, brought a love of the Irish to so many people.”
'That's Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh. His ability to take a simple fact and weave it into the narrative of the game and turn it into something beautiful was the epitome of him'
What a man. No words A true legend gentleman and inspiration. a huge supporter and friend of our work. What a legacy. Sincerely sympathies to him family and Friends. Ireland has lost a national treasure. An unforgettable experience with him on top of Carrauntwohill with Sam pic.twitter.com/Tg4VmkVKQY
RIP Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh. Such sad news. Always loved listening to him when we crossed paths. Great storyteller. Great man. Will be sadly missed. 🙏
“I was only fresh on the Dublin team for a match in Parnell Park against Kerry and was walking the pitch beforehand. I knew who he was, I didn’t think he knew me but he came over and shook hands and said, ‘I knew your late uncle Tom, and Fran as well.’”
Lots of tributes being paid to Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh inniu, and I hope a lesson to newer and aspiring broadcasters. Keep your accent, use your blas, be unique. It served him and us so well. Fear cineálta, lách, lán le spraoi.
Just heard the sad news from @NickyByrne & @Cormac88 that the legendary commentator Michael O Muircheartaigh has passed away. Myself & @JeffStelling spent a cracking week with Meehaul as he educated us on the GAA. We went from grassroots to the All Ireland final. RIP Michael you… pic.twitter.com/8K7LBEwt5W
Sad day for all GAA people but he was one of our own. What a man, we will never see the likes of him again. Thanks for the help with the underdogs and the useful advice pre big games from Fitzgerald stadium to Croker . Rest in peace Mícheál , thanks for the memories. #legendpic.twitter.com/ac4rO1R1K1
Great memories May he Rest In Peace #gentleman family man storyteller,competitor professional humorous,devilment Funloving …. pic.twitter.com/Gpqt5gK3KW
So sad to hear this today. No one could paint a picture like this man. Wherever you were in the world, he brought you to the edge of the pitch and the edge of your seat. A giant and a gent. Rest in peace. https://t.co/qRBlnjlNEZ
So sad to hear this today. No one could paint a picture like this man. Wherever you were in the world, he brought you to the edge of the pitch and the edge of your seat. A giant and a gent. Rest in peace. https://t.co/qRBlnjlNEZ
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'What a legacy,' 'Absolute hero of mine,' - Tributes pour in for Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh
TRIBUTES HAVE BEEN paid to the legendary GAA broadcaster Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh who has passed away at the age of 93.
Ó Muircheartaigh, a native of Kerry, was widely considered to be one of Ireland’s greatest ever sports broadcasters and commentated on Gaelic games for over 60 years on RTÉ Radio.
His voice and commentary style was synonymous with the game, conjuring up phrases during matches which have cemented his status as one of the sports most beloved figures.
“As a player in the 90s, we always wanted Míchéal to commentate on our games,” GAA president Jarlath Burns said on RTÉ today. “We knew he would turn the ordinary narrative of a game to poetry. He did it so beautifully, eloquently, but most of all, he did it gently.
“When you consider his achievements, apart from commentary and all those things that he did, his promotion of the Irish language in such an unintrusive and beautiful way, brought a love of the Irish to so many people.”
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“I was only fresh on the Dublin team for a match in Parnell Park against Kerry and was walking the pitch beforehand. I knew who he was, I didn’t think he knew me but he came over and shook hands and said, ‘I knew your late uncle Tom, and Fran as well.’”
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Mícheál O'Muircheartaigh RIP