'Like walking with the lord mayor' - tributes for Examiner journalist Michael Ellard

The hugely respected GAA writer has passed away at the age of 76.
'Like walking with the lord mayor' - tributes for Examiner journalist Michael Ellard

Michael Ellard interviews Cork County board chief, Frank Murphy in 1987.

The renowned Irish Examiner sports journalist Michael Ellard has been remembered for his distinctive prose, huge knowledge of hurling and roguish personality.

Michael, who retired in 2011 after more than four decades in the profession, passed away over the weekend at the age of 76.

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