Paddy Croke

Paddy Croke (died 1992), was an Irish hurler. A full-forward, he played in the 1961 All Ireland Hurling Final on the Dublin team against Tipperary.[1] Croke, the only non-Dubliner on the team, was originally from Ballinure in Tipperary.[2][1] He won Dr Harty Cup medals while at CBS Thurles.[2]

Personal life

Paddy was married to Margaret Croke.

Death

Paddy died from a heart attack in August 1992.

References

  1. ^ a b Crowe, Dermot (18 September 2022). "Dublin's Jimmy of all trades". Sunday Independent. Retrieved 26 May 2024 – via ProQuest.
  2. ^ a b "No dancing at this crossroads". Irish Times. 25 July 2009. Retrieved 26 May 2024 – via ProQuest.


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