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Former Tyrone footballer Jody Gormley has died aged 53

The Trillick manager revealed to his players following October’s senior county final defeat to Errigal Ciarán that he had terminal liver cancer and had months to live.

Former Tyrone footballer Jody Gormley has died aged 53 — RIP: Trillick manager Jody Gormley during the 2024 Tyrone SFC final against Errigal Ciarán. Picture: ©INPHO/John McVitty

Mon, 09 Dec, 2024 - 21:06

John Fogarty

Former Tyrone footballer Jody Gormley has passed away at the age of 53.

The Trillick manager revealed to his players following October’s senior county final defeat to Errigal Ciarán that he had terminal liver cancer and had months to live. He had led them to success over the Ballygawley side in last year’s decider after extra-time.

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