Pomeroy Plunketts GAC "heartbroken" after death of senior player

by Gráinne Connolly

Pomeroy Plunketts GAC announced on social media today, that one of their senior players Christopher "Crico" Colhoun passed away this morning after a short illness, only aged 33. 

A spokesperson for the club posted on their facebook page that they are "heartbroken" to learn of his passing and described him as a talented club man, teacher and mostly a father and husband. 

"For all that knew our Crico he was simply a lovely fella, a gentleman who always carried a smile on his face.

"A naturally gifted forward, he was capable of turning on a six pence and driving the ball over from distance with either foot.

"He was blessed with phenomenal pace and was a massive influence during the county, ulster and all-Ireland championship run in 2004/05 when his talent caught the eye of Mickey Harte and he was rewarded with a county call up the following season. 

"Indeed Crico was still training well and committed to the Plunketts cause for the 2018 campaign, which makes the news of his passing even harder to comprehend. He excelled in everything he took on. 

"A gifted teacher, he had recently taken up the vice-principal position at Donaghmore Primary School, an amazing achievement for his age. In the martial arts discipline of jujitsu he also excelled.

"His untimely passing is a shocking, devastating blow to our club. To Lisa and his 2 young children, Beth and Grace, to the Colhoun and McAliskey families we convey our heartfelt condolences. To Donaghmore Primary School pupils, teaching staff and parents and to our wider GAA family in Clonoe O’Rahillys we extend our sympathy. 

"And to Crico himself, a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a teacher, a teammate and a legend - rest in peace. We love you and we’ll never forget you. God bless."