Former greats Jimmy Keaveney (Dublin) and Jimmy Barry Murphy (Cork) have been inducted into the GAA Museum's Hall of Fame for 2015.

They are the third group of former players to receive the awards and GAA President Aogán Ó Fearghail congratulated them on being named on the prestigious list which acknowledges their massive contribution to the GAA at the highest level over a prolonged period.

He said: "I am delighted to welcome two legends of our games as the latest entrants to the Hall of Fame in light of their fantastic contributions to the games and to the GAA as a whole.

"Both players were synonymous with the games and indeed Jimmy Barry Murphy is still involved with top level hurling.

"Both were household names as players lighting up numerous championship campaigns for their counties but both also served their clubs with distinction for many years.

"I congratulate both on behalf of the GAA as a whole and I can't think of two more fitting ambassadors for the accolade."

Niamh McCoy, GAA Museum Director, added: "The Hall of Fame is one of the most popular exhibits in the GAA Museum and it's also one of the most prestigious as it acknowledges the outstanding performances of some of our games most memorable players.

"We hope our visitors will enjoy learning more about our latest inductees when they spend time in the museum this year."

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