The death was announced yesterday, at the age of 71 of former rte presenter Michael Lyster.

But of course he was more than just a presenter in that organisation, he really was the face of Summer for anyone who loves gaelic games.

He presented the Sunday Game for 34 years with a mix of professionalism, humour, fairness and respect.

As soon as that famous theme tune kicked in you knew you were going to witness some action or game people would be talking about Monday morning.

Some of my earliest memories are of him and Enda Colleran chatting away about the big games that had taken place

Yet another part of childhood gone in a sign of becoming older. May he rest in peace.

ohwow (Leitrim) - Posts: 46 - 23/03/2026 10:22:24    2662448

Rip. I had the pleasure of meeting him at the Wexford rally a few times. A pure gentleman. I sometimes wonder if people like him realise that his voice narrates some of my most treasured memories.

Doylerwex (Wexford) - Posts: 4335 - 23/03/2026 10:52:49    2662460

So sad to hear of Mi hael s passing.Had the pleasure of meeting him years ago and found bim to be a real genuine decent person.A great presenter.He will be missed.Sincere condolences to his family and rest easy Michael.

CiarraiMick (Dublin) - Posts: 4119 - 23/03/2026 11:19:50    2662466

Was sorry to hear this yesterday. A GAA icon. The Sunday game has never been the same without him and the three boys. RIP Michael and condolences to his family and friends.

yew_tree (Mayo) - Posts: 11967 - 23/03/2026 11:52:08    2662479

He was the voice of the GAA for most of my lifetime. Rest in peace to Michael and condolences to his family

SaffronDon (Antrim) - Posts: 2626 - 23/03/2026 12:11:25    2662482