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Aodh Ó Broin

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Aodh Ó Broin (Hugh Byrne), (d. 3 July 1993) [1] was the 20th president of the Gaelic Athletic Association.

Born in Rathdangan, County Wicklow, he attended secondary school in Knockbeg College and went on to play in the Sigerson Cup with UCD. He won 2 Wicklow Senior Football Championships with Bray Emmets in 1934 and 1935.

He became chairman of Wicklow GAA County Board in 1947, and later served as chairman of Leinster GAA.

References

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  1. ^ "Passing Of A President". Nationalist and Leinster Times. 9 July 1993.
Sporting positions
Preceded by President of the Gaelic Athletic Association
1961–1964
Succeeded by