The late Paddy Murchan
Dublin star Eoin Murchan with his grandfather Paddy and the Sam Maguire Cup
There was widespread sadness in the Moynalty community with the sad passing of Paddy Murchan of Shancarnan, Moynalty, an Honorary President of Moynalty GFC.
Paddy was heavily involved in the Juvenile section of the club having taken over the reins from the late Fr Tully in the 1970s. Many a day the white Renault car was filled with young Moynalty players on the way to juvenile matches across the county. Paddy also served the club on various committees down through the years.
As an educationalist, Paddy instilled a great appreciation for Gaelic games in the generations of pupils he taught as Principal of Scoil Mhuire NS, Moynalty. Paddy spent many a school day coaching and teaching the young children of Moynalty in the skills of Gaelic football. During his time as a teacher, Paddy also taught at Maio, Carlanstown, and Kentstown.