Jimmy Smyth- Armagh captain, 20 years behind the mic

Jimmy Smyth- Armagh captain, 20 years behind the mic

Author: BBC Radio Ulster March 26, 2025 Duration: 59:01

1977 Jimmy Smyth led Armagh to the All-Ireland final. An All-star and two Ulster titles were collected, but no Celtic cross. For Club it was an outstanding level of success. Nine county titles, three provincial championships and a lifetime involved in GAA- but he almost played for Down! Sliding doors moment. Chairperson of the Ulster schools, still giving back. A great talker, a great man, this is the brilliant Jimmy Smyth


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