THE late Michael Lyster grew up in Barnaderg and Tuam, Co Galway. Tributes following death of much loved broadcasterGalway native died this morning (Sunday)PRESIDENT of Ireland Catherine Connolly has paid tribute to Galway native and veteran sports broadcaster Michael Lyster who has died aged 71. In 1979 he left Tuam and joined the national broadcaster RTÉ. Kevin Bakhurst, Director-General, RTÉ, said: "Michael was an absolute gentleman, and a wonderful broadcaster who loved sport in general and Gaelic games, in particular." Michael worked as a sports broadcaster across radio and television until his retirement in 2018.

Source: The Herald March 22, 2026 17:57 UTC