Pat Spillane

Irish footballer and sportscaster

Pat Spillane - Irish footballer and sportscaster
Born

December 1st, 1955
69 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ireland

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Played Gaelic football for Kerry from 1973 to 1988. Won five All-Ireland Senior Football Championships. Transitioned into a successful career in sports broadcasting, providing commentary and analysis on Gaelic games. Remains a prominent figure in sports media in Ireland.

Won five All-Ireland Senior Football Championships with Kerry

Achieved eight National Football League titles

Named GAA All-Star on multiple occasions

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