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Paddy Gantly

1919 – 2002

Irish hurler

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About Paddy Gantly

Lived 1919 – 2002 (aged 82–83). Paddy Gantly was an Irish hurler.

Fr. Paddy Gantly (1919–2002) was an Irish sportsperson and priest. He played hurling at various times with his local clubs Ardrahan in Galway and St Finbarr's in Cork. Gantly also played at senior level for the Galway county team from 1945 until 1949. He is regarded as one of Galway’s greatest-ever players.

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Important facts

Born
1919, Ardrahan
Birth century
Died
2002
Occupation
Nationality

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Paddy Gantly's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Paddy Gantly?

Irish hurler (1919–2002)

When was Paddy Gantly born?

Paddy Gantly was born in 1919 in Ardrahan.

When did Paddy Gantly die?

Paddy Gantly died in 2002.

What was Paddy Gantly's occupation?

Paddy Gantly was a hurler.

What nationality was Paddy Gantly?

Paddy Gantly was Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paddy Gantly

· Wikidata: Q7123478

· DBpedia: Paddy Gantley

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