Sad news as former Handball president dies on holidays in Spain
May 28, 2016GAA Handball has paid tribute to former president Michael Boyce who has died after suffering fatal injuries in a tragic fall in Spain.
The 79-year-old was on holiday in Torremolinos on the Costa Del Sol when the accident occurred last Saturday.
He struck his head after falling down steps and passed away on Thursday evening without having regained consciousness.
A statement from the Association reads: "It is with deep sadness and regret that GAA Handball inform you of the passing of Michael Boyce of Tuamgraney and Clare.
"Michael was the first Clareman to be elected as Handball President and served during the period 1975 to 1978.
"During his time in Office he was responsible for the introduction of the Open Draw in the Senior 60 x 30 Softball Championship and was instrumental in the rejuvenation of handball in his beloved Clare.
"He was also the driving force behind the roofing of the 60 x 30 court and the construction of the 40 x 20 court in Tuamgraney."
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