Damian Casey

The GAA community in Tyrone and beyond has been plunged into mourning following the news that hurling star Damian Casey has died in a tragic accident in ...

The wedding, which was due to take place today (Saturday) has been cancelled. "Accordingly, Gaelic Tyrone is totally shaken by the news of the tragic death of Damian Casey, a supreme hurler just now at the peak of his powers." The GAA community in Tyrone and beyond has been plunged into mourning following the news that hurling star Damian Casey has died in a tragic accident in Spain, aged 28.

The Dungannon Eoghan Ruadh member was a "special gift to Tyrone and to hurling"

We extend our deepest sympathy and offer our sincere condolences to the entire family circle at this very sad time. Ulster Uni Gaelic Academy @UlsterUniGAA Damian Casey We are profoundly saddened to learn of the tragic death of Damian, esteemed graduate of UU & Fitzgibbon hurler. Tyrone County Chair Michael Kerr added: “This breaking news is beyond belief.

Casey is believed to have passed away following an accident in Spain, where he was due to attend a wedding on Saturday. Casey was a star for both Tyrone GAA ...

He was among the best of us. The statement added: “Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. He was one of us.

29-year-old star player for Tyrone and Dungannon died in Spain on Friday.

“Damian was a truly gifted athlete and an inspirational young man who had the world at his feet. He was among the best of us. Tyrone GAA announced the death in a statement on their website.

Tyrone GAA star Damian Casey has died after a tragic accident abroad. It is believed that county hurling captain Mr Casey, 28, was in Spain to attend a ...

Only a few weeks ago chatted to him in the corridors of Croke Park after giving an exhibition of hurling and helping Tyrone lift an All Ireland title.’ Thoughts and prayers are with the Casey family and his GAA family.’ A role model for all the GAA is about. 'Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. The incident is believed to have happened at a pool. A spokesperson said: ‘The Department is aware of the case and is providing consular assistance.

Mr Casey played for Eoghan Ruadh GAA club in Dungannon and the county's senior hurling team. · Tyrone GAA said they were “totally shaken” by the news and ...

Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. He was among the best of us." The Gaelic Players Association tweeted that: "Players across Ireland are devastated for the family and friends of Damian Casey and for all in Eoghan Ruadh and Tyrone GAA.

The news broke in recent hours that Tyrone hurling legend Damian Casey tragically died while on holiday in Spain, at the tender age of 29.

“Certainly with being on the frees and that, I would expect the scoring percentages to be up. But would I cut that in half to win here at the weekend? And I have been on the frees for about eight of those 10 years as well, so that’s got the tally up a good bit too.” “I have been lucky enough in a sense. He continued: “Don’t get me wrong, it is a nice record to have. Last month Tyrone defeated Roscommon in the Nicky Rackard Cup final by five points.

The Dungannon Eoghan Ruadh member was a "special gift to Tyrone and to hurling"

We extend our deepest sympathy and offer our sincere condolences to the entire family circle at this very sad time. We are saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Damian Casey RIP. Damian was a terrific sportsman and the Academy and Tyrone's most prolific hurler. Ulster Uni Gaelic Academy @UlsterUniGAA Damian Casey We are profoundly saddened to learn of the tragic death of Damian, esteemed graduate of UU & Fitzgibbon hurler. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family, his parents Sean and Susan, his sisters Louise and Catherine and his extended family and friends. Tyrone County Chair Michael Kerr added: “This breaking news is beyond belief. The Board said that Damian Casey was “a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling”.

“Accordingly, Gaelic Tyrone is totally shaken by the news of the tragic death of Damian Casey, a supreme hurler just now at the peak of his powers. “This ...

Damian Casey, 29, was Tyrone's top scorer in last month's Nicky Rackard Cup final win over Roscommon, scoring 14 points, nine frees, two 65s and three from ...

He was among the best of us.” He was one of us. On the pitch he was a magician of rare skill. We extend our deepest sympathy and offer our sincere condolences to the entire family circle at this very sad time. Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. Casey had the remarkable record of scoring in every championship game, amassing an aggregate 414 points.

The news broke in recent hours that Tyrone hurling legend Damian Casey tragically died while on holiday in Spain, at the tender age of 29.

“Certainly with being on the frees and that, I would expect the scoring percentages to be up. But would I cut that in half to win here at the weekend? And I have been on the frees for about eight of those 10 years as well, so that’s got the tally up a good bit too.” “I have been lucky enough in a sense. He continued: “Don’t get me wrong, it is a nice record to have. Last month Tyrone defeated Roscommon in the Nicky Rackard Cup final by five points.

Tributes have been paid to Tyrone hurling star Damian Casey after he died following an accident in Spain.

On his remarkable scoring record, he had said: “It’s about taking your deep breaths, taking a step back from the ball and having a look at the ball, taking a look at the posts. And hopefully the ball is going over the bar after.” Tyrone GAA added: “Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. He was much loved and hugely respected by everyone who knew him, and his passing is a terrible loss to our community.” Broadcaster Adrian Logan, who is from Dungannon, said "He was a top class hurler and a great lad. But it is about having that set routine, going through it every time and it’s repetition then. We know how special he was to everyone at Eoghan Ruadh and we offer our sincerest condolences to them. A couple of steps forward, another couple of breaths. He represented both with grace and skill.” He was among the best of us.” He was one of us. On the pitch he was a magician of rare skill.

Tyrone manager Michael McShane has paid an emotional tribute following the tragic death of star hurler Damian Casey, describing the 29-year-old as a magical ...

“He was so, so easy to manage. “My first thoughts are totally with Damian’s family, his mother and father, his two sisters. He represented Tyrone and was an unbelievable ambassador for them,” McShane added.

To many Casey is regarded as one of the county's best ever hurlers, in a region dominated by Gaelic football. Damian Casey made his inter-county debut for ...

Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. We were the richer for his presence and are the poorer for his passing.

Damian Casey was attending a friend's wedding when he died in an incident in a swimming pool.

He was among the best of us." He was one of us. Speaking on RTE Two ahead of the All-Ireland quarter-final clash between Galway and Cork, Daly said: "Just incredible news to wake up to this morning.

Mr Casey scored in every game he played for the Red Hands since 2012, putting 14 points on the board in last month's Nicky Rackard Cup final victory over ...

“Damian Casey was a special gift to Tyrone and to hurling. “He scored 0-14 in a 1-27 to 0-19 win over Roscommon in the Nicky Rackard cup final. “I am glad I could call him a friend. “He was so, so easy to manage. He said Mr Casey “had nothing to prove” and was “the finest hurler of all time in Tyrone and that’s no exaggeration”. He described Mr Casey as “one of life’s good guys” and said it was “a pleasure to be in his company”.