Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh has been remembered for his “encyclopaedic knowledge” and “beautiful voice” among tributes made in his memory today.
Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh has been remembered for his “encyclopaedic knowledge” and “beautiful voice” among heartfelt tributes made in his memory today.TV and radio presenter Hector Ó hEochagáin said shaking the hand of Mr Ó Muircheartaigh “was an honour.”“By God, did he know his people, did he know his games, and he was happiest when he could paint a picture for people's minds with hurling or football.
Legendary GAA commentator Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh holds the Sam Maguire Cup outside Croke Park in Dublin after announcing his retirement in 2010. Image: PA Images / Alamy“There was talk going around at one stage he would have been a great president for Ireland, not just because he was a famous commentator, but because of his love of our language and culture,” he said.
“If you had mentioned an area in the country, Mícheál would immediately tell you what GAA club was there,” he said. 30 October 2010; RTÉ match commentator Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh, with co-commentator Bernard Flynn and his daughter Doireann, during the final moments of the game. Irish Daily Mail International Rules Series 2nd Test, Ireland v Australia, Croke Park, Dublin. Picture credit: Ray McManus / SPORTSFILE“He was a very generous panellist because he would say what he had to say and then somebody else would come in,” she said.
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