About Mick Spain
Lived 1932 – 2011 (aged 78–79). Mick Spain was an Irish hurler.
Mick Spain (1932 – 5 February 2011) was an Irish hurler who played at senior level for the Offaly county team.
Born in Kilcormac, County Offaly, Spain first arrived on the inter-county scene at the age of sixteen when he first linked up with the Offaly minor team before later joining the junior side. He made his senior debut during the 1954 championship. Spain went on to play a key role for Offaly but enjoyed little success.
At club level Spain had a lengthy career with Kilcormac–Killoughey.
Throughout his career Spain made 8 championship appearances for Offaly. His retirement came following the conclusion of the 1963 championship.
In retirement from playing Spain became involved in refereeing at club and inter-county levels.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mick Spain?
Irish hurler and referee
When was Mick Spain born?
Mick Spain was born in 1932 in Kilcormac.
When did Mick Spain die?
Mick Spain died on 5 February 2011 in Kilcormac.
What was Mick Spain's occupation?
Mick Spain was a hurler.
What nationality was Mick Spain?
Mick Spain was Irish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mick Spain. https://biography.guide/mick-spain/
MLA: "Mick Spain." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mick-spain/.
Chicago: "Mick Spain." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/mick-spain/.
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