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Death Announced of Former Camogie President Liz Howard
The Camogie Association said Howard served the sport for decades and helped modernize the organization during a key period in its history.
- Former Camogie Association President Liz Howard, a trailblazer for women in Gaelic games, has died. Tipperary GAA and the wider Gaelic Games family are in mourning following the passing of the respected administrator.
- In 1980, Howard became the first woman elected to the Tipperary County Board as PRO, holding the role until 2003. She later made history as the first female analyst on RTE's The Sunday Game show.
- Elected as the 27th President of the Camogie Association in 2006, she focused on developing the game's profile. She chaired National GAA committees including Policy and Planning, helping set groundwork for future integration.
- Camogie Association President Brian Molloy honored her contribution, stating, "Howard was one of the great servants of our Association." Her impact spanned decades at club, county, and national levels.
- A passionate supporter, her creed was, "Tipperary is bigger than any of us!" Beyond Gaelic games, she had a successful career with Aer Lingus and received accolades including Tipperary Personality of the Year.
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