Bereavement Mick Kennedy

It was with great sadness that news of the death of Mick Kennedy reached the club today.

A Tipperary native, Mick came to Dublin in the 1950s and joined Faughs becoming an influential member of the senior team winning several League medals in the late 50s and early 60s, also three senior championship medals in 1970, 72 and 73. It wasn’t long till Mick caught the eye of the Dublin Senion Hurling selectors and was a sub on the 1961 team beaten by his native Tipperary in the All Ireland Final. In 1962, Mick had the distinction of being the first player to score in a live televised hurling match, this was on the newly formed Telefís Eireann on St. Patricks Day in the Railway Cup competition, when he played for Leinster against his native Munster. When his playing days were over Mick maintained his interest in all things hurling and went on to become a selector and administrator in the club, serving a term as Club President. He also served as a selector on the Dublin Senior hurling team.

Mick was also an accomplished footballer and played for the renowned Kickhams club in Dublin having played minor football for Tipperary.

Following an illustrious career Mick was always happy to sit down and regale his captivated listeners (especially when it was the younger generation) with a yarn or two about the “Good Old Days” and how hurling was played back in the day.

“You will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all your friends in Faughs!”

To Kitty, Helen, Tom, Micheál, Paul, Liam and their extended families we send our deepest sympathy. Ar dheis Láimh Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Tipperary Star/Echo Article 15th January 2025