Paul Rouse: Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh's love for GAA was the heartbeat of his commentary
From the era of communities gathered around the wet battery radio through to internet-based streams, his voice entertained and educated generations of people.
Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh prepares to commentate on his last game, a 2010 International Rules game between Ireland and Australia. Picture: INPHO/James Crombie
The greatness of Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh as a commentator on Gaelic games is undeniable. That he is held with deep respect and admiration is also a simple truth.
That is a remarkable achievement. To have been a public figure for sixty years, offering words on things that impassion people in the manner that football and hurling do, and not draw opprobrium is astonishing.
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