The Monaghan Harps club are devastated by the tragic news that reached us at the weekend.

Brendan Óg Ó Dufaigh came up through the juvenile ranks from six years old and we all have great memories which today are heart-breaking memories.

Ógie (as he was affectionately known) lined out in the Harps jersey from U-10 to senior level within the club and he was an integral part of our Intermediate Football Championship-winning team last September.

He also captained Monaghan U-17s to win the 2018 Ulster Minor Championship and Friday night’s U-20 semi-final win against Donegal, which had club members watching in Enniskillen and at home with pride and looking forward to watching Ógie progress as a footballer and as a person.

Ógie was a huge part of our club family and we are all at a loss. All we can do is support Ógie’s parents and two sisters and his many teammates and to all those who looked up to him within the club.

He was a true leader and we are glad and proud to have been part of his life. He was highly respected by club officials, teammates and management throughout the years and we will dearly miss his smile and that sparkle in his eyes.

Monaghan Harps GAA Club have received numerous messages and emails from sports clubs within the county and throughout the country. We are very grateful for this support in what has been a difficult time for us all.
As Brendan Óg's home is private to family and close friends we have decided to open a book of condolence at Monaghan Harps GAA Club, Gavan Duffy Park, Monaghan H18 CP29, on Monday evening from 7-10pm and Tuesday 6-9pm.
This will allow people a chance to leave a message for Brendan Óg's family, teammates and the club.
This will be run in strict adherence to GAA and Public Health Covid guidelines.

Funeral Arrangements: Death Notice of Ógie Ó Dufaigh (rip.ie)