Willie John O'Connell
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1869 –
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Who is Willie John O'Connell?
Willie John O'Connell was an Irish hurler who played as a quarter-back for the Cork senior team.
O'Connell made his first appearance for the team during the 1893 championship and was a regular member of the team for the next three seasons. During that time he won two All-Ireland medals and two Munster medals.
At club level O'Connell played with the St. Finbarr's club.
O'Connell died following a freak accident in a trial game following a clash with teammate Denis Coughlan. He was the first member of the Gaelic Athletic Association to die on the field of play.
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