Kerry GAA bag man Leo Griffin dies
The tiny Tralee man with the devilish smile passed away yesterday, aged 75, having ridden as pillion passenger to Mick O’Dwyer and the greatest era of dominance in All-Ireland football championship history.
Griffin was more than O’Dwyer’s kit man; he was an ever-vigilant presence around the Golden Years squad and protected them like his own. Leo brooked no debate on access if his manager didn’t given the nod. He was, as O’Dwyer said, “a great and loyal friend to me and Kerry football”.
