Tributes continue to pour in for Dublin GAA chairman Andy Kettle, who died last night following an illness.
The Fingal Ravens man presided over a particularly successful period for Dublin and had been was re-elected to his position with the county board on Monday.
GAA President Liam O'Neill said this morning: “The sad passing of Andy has shocked us all. He was an extremely popular figure within the wider GAA family but of course was particularly active with his native Dublin.
“His warm, friendly, inclusive demeanour struck a chord with people and drew people easily to his company.
“His infectious enthusiasm could be seen on match days at Croke Park but of course much of his sterling work was overseen away from the glare down through the various other ranks of Gaelic games in the capital city.”
GPA Chief Executive Dessie Farrell also paid tribute to his fellow Dub. He said: “On behalf of the Gaelic Players Association I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and GAA colleagues of Dublin chairman Andy Kettle.
“Andy was deeply committed to the development of Gaelic games both in his club Fingal Ravens and his county; he was a staunch ally of all the county’s teams in hurling and football.
“Andy wore his heart on his sleeve and his affection and public support for players will be remembered fondly by those with whom he served.”
“Our condolences to his wife Phyllis, sons Patrick, Peter and Eoin and his daughters Niamh, Orla and Ciara.”