RIP: Olympian Mick Molloy

Mick Molloy who was one of the best marathon runners in the country back in the 1970's has sadly passed away. 

As well as representing Ireland at the 1968 Olympics, he also had the distinction of having set a new world record for 30 miles of 2h 44m 47s. 

John Walshe of Ballycotton wrote an article about him back in 2019 in this guest post.

This is the notice... https://rip.ie/death-notice/mick-molloy-galway-oughterard-528723

Dick Hooper of Raheny Shamrock left the following tribute... "Sincere condolences to the Molloy family on the passing of Mick.

Thank you Mick for the inspiration and encouragement you provided to us fledgling marathoners back in the day. May you rest easily."

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam