Limerick links to the late Liz Howard recalled
The late Liz Howard’s father won five All-Ireland medals for Limerick and Dublin
The following is a statement from Liam O'Brien, Curator of Cuimhnigh Ar Luimneach
“It is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of Elizabeth (Liz/Libby) Howard, former Tipperary GAA PRO, President of the Camogie Association, and the first female analyst on RTÉ’s The Sunday Game.
An industrious and talented lady with a deep devotion to Gaelic Games, Liz made an enormous contribution to both the GAA and the Camogie Association throughout her life and greatly valued the many connections she formed along the way.
She served in many notable administrative roles during her distinguished career, including Tipperary GAA PRO for 22 years and President of the Camogie Association from 2006 to 2009. In 1979, when RTÉ launched its weekly GAA highlights programme The Sunday Game, Liz became the show’s first-ever female presenter.
Also, a distinguished camogie player in her own right, she enjoyed great success with Clare, Tipperary, and Dublin at both club and inter-county level.
Liz was the daughter of legendary Limerick hurler Garrett Howard, winner of five All Ireland medals with both Limerick and Dublin during the 1920s and 1930s.
Although she was an extremely proud Tipperary woman, she always retained a special place in her heart for Limerick through her father’s legacy and got to know Mick Mackey and many of her father’s former teammates in her youth.
Among her many admirable qualities, one of Liz’s greatest traits was her constant support, praise, and encouragement for young people, both on and off the playing field. She also enjoyed a long and distinguished career with Aer Lingus.
Throughout her life, Liz was a dedicated Tipperary supporter and was overjoyed to see Liam Cahill and his team achieve All Ireland success last July at Croke Park. In 2022, she received the prestigious Laochra Gael Award in Thurles in recognition of her colossal service to Gaelic Games.
Liz will be greatly missed by all her colleagues and friends in Tipperary GAA, Tipperary Camogie, as well as Burgess GAA and Burgess/Duharra Camogie clubs.
Sincerest condolences to her loving family and many friends at this sad time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.