This is great to see.
While the relatively younger generation of Dublin fans might not know anything but a period of dominance in Gaelic football, that 16 year wait between the Dubs’ win over Tyrone in ’95 to the famous day against Kerry in ’11 was filled with lows.
One man that was there throughout Dublin’s barren spell was Michael Lyster as The Sunday Game host frequently did what he does best, broadcasting the sport that we all love so much.
Humility and hard work are two traits that define Jim Gavin’s men and in a fitting tribute to the Galway native, Stephen Cluxton and Dublin’s manager presented Lyster with the match ball from today’s win over Tyrone.
“We just want to wish you the best of luck in your retirement, you’re a smashing man, a great broadcaster and you’ve given some great days to GAA supporters” said Cluxton.
Dublin’s manager then paid tribute to Lyster’s professionalism, dedication and love for the game. At this point, Gavin presented Lyster with the match ball from today’s All-Ireland final and in a moment of sheer class, Lyster still refused to take the spotlight.
The Galway native said: “Any All-Ireland match-winning ball is special but when it’s from this Dublin side, it’s extra special.”
A small example of the class and grace that defines Lyster’s skill as a broadcaster.
Enjoy your retirement Michael, you’ll be sorely missed.
Jim Gavin and Stephen Cluxton present Michael Lyster with a special signed football on behalf of the Dubs – and on behalf of the many, many All-Ireland-winning teams the man himself has witnessed through the years #RTEgaa pic.twitter.com/9VUyVg1zYk
— The Sunday Game (@TheSundayGame) September 2, 2018
Fantastic gesture by Jim Gavin to Michael Lyster..
— The Sunday Game (@TheSundayGame) September 2, 2018
That's a lovely gesture by the Dublin team giving Michael Lyster the match ball from today signed by the team. You can't teach class. Nice touch on their biggest day to remember his also.
— Jacqui Hurley (@jacquihurley) September 2, 2018
Jim Gavin : he goes along and gives Michael Lyster today's match ball signed by team and management. A real touch of class ……. #AllIrelandFinal #SundayGame pic.twitter.com/lug7znTQWY
— Chris McGillycuddy (@MackTheGeek) September 2, 2018
What a lovely gesture to Michael Lyster by Jim Gavin and the Dublin team. Absolute class. @TheSundayGame
— Enda Kenny (@DuckinandDivin) September 2, 2018
Lovely touch from @DublinGAALive presenting Michael Lyster with today's match ball. A brilliant presenter who has given so much to the GAA 👏🏼
— Medb Ní Dhúláin (@medbnidhulain) September 2, 2018
And our Dubs recognising his achievements. A brilliant gesture to present him with the match ball. Michael Lyster is an institution, end of!
— Ian Fortune (@IanFortune) September 2, 2018
Lovely gesture by @DubGAAOfficial to Michael Lyster with a signed match ball. Even after all the success there is so much humility in that panel. So many of their players are pushing boundaries off the field and are really excellent men as well as players #standards #culture
— Alan O'Mara (@AOMTHECAT) September 2, 2018
Really classy gesture from Jim Gavin & Stephen Cluxton to give Michael Lyster a signed football. Something to treasure coming the 4 in a row #AllIreland winners. @DubGAAOfficial #SundayGame #DUBvTYR 👌👏👏
— L. NíHéineacháin (@LaobhaoiseNihE) September 2, 2018
