Statement from Ministers O’Donovan and McConalogue on death of Mick O’Dwyer
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From: Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
- Published on: 3 April 2025
- Last updated on: 7 April 2025
Minister for Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan, and Minister of State for Sport and Postal Policy, Charlie McConalogue, have today paid tribute to GAA legend Mick O’Dwyer, who died at the age of 88.
Minister O’Donovan said:
“Mick O’Dwyer was a legend of Gaelic football and an absolute gentleman, whether in victory or defeat. As a coach and a player he was a colossus of the game over five decades and is loved in his native Kerry, all the other counties that he coached, and more widely across the island. My thoughts go out to his family and friends, but he will live forever in the memories of Gaelic football followers the world over. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.”
Minister McConalogue said:
“I join with Gaelic football fans worldwide, and Irish fans of sport in general, in paying tribute to Mick O’Dwyer. He was one of the finest footballers, and most influential coaches, to have ever graced our native games. His success on the pitch as a player and as a manager speaks for itself, but his true legacy is felt across the country on football grounds and in clubhouses by the many players and fans he inspired. Gaelic football will mourn a legend, but his impact on the game will live forever. I want to express my condolences to Micko’s friends and family, and the faithful fans in Kerry, Kildare, Laois, Wicklow, Clare and all across the globe.”