Jim Stynes RIP
Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael Criostóir Ó Cuana has extended the sympathies of the Association to the family and friends of Jim Stynes on hearing of his passing on Monday evening (Irish time).
Ballyboden St Enda’s clubman Jim, who won an All-Ireland minor medal with Dublin in 1984 before embarking on a long and hugely successful career Down Under, also had strong links with the International Rules games assisting both Ireland and Australia in different series.
The GAA President said: “He was a hugely respected and admired figure and you only have to take note of the massive outpouring that has accompanied his passing to fully understand the regard he was held in – on both sides of the world.
“He fought his illness the way he played his football, with honesty, integrity and consistency, and on its own his successful transition from our game to AFL footie was a statement about the man.
“Needless to say his influence spread far beyond the playing arena and his work in the areas of both charity and of course AFL administration, especially with the Melbourne Demons, are to be lauded.
“I offer the deepest sympathies of wider GAA community to his family circle and of course his many friends, and hope his memory and the very public way in which he battled with his illness serves as an inspiration to others.”
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