Jimmy Lynam, the renowned Irish hurler from Glen Rovers and the Cork senior hurling team, has passed away on August 23, 2026, at the remarkable age of 100. Born in Blackpool, Cork, on October 1, 1925, Lynam's dedication to Gaelic games has left an indelible mark on the sport. Jimmy Lynam's remarkable life in Gaelic games spanned nine decades, beginning at the tender age of 19.
His first County Championship title win in 1944 marked the beginning of a storied career with Glen Rovers. Lynam went on to claim six more winners' medals before retiring from club hurling in 1960.