Liam Higgins' final Croke Park commentary for Radio Kerry was heroic

Terminally ill and with a morphine pump by his side at Croke Park, Liam Higgins delivered a courageous All-Ireland final commentary for Kerry's 2006 victory over Mayo

Radio Kerry commentators Liam Higgins, right, and Weeshie Fogarty were a beloved duo. Pic: Brendan Moran / SPORTSFILE 

In the moments after Kerry’s victory over Mayo in the 2006 All-Ireland final, Weeshie Fogarty told Radio Kerry listeners two men were worthy of being named man of the match.

One was Séamus Moynihan. The Kerry legend’s poise and drive were key as he won a fourth and final All-Ireland title.