Stories of integrity, decency and dedication of the 29-year-old, who died in Spain, was heard at his funeral in Dungannon.

GAA star remembered as 'inspirational leader'

Nicky Rackard Cup Final, Croke Park, Dublin 21/5/2022
Roscommon vs Tyrone
Tyrone's Damian Casey
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The 29-year-old died suddenly in an accident in a swimming pool while attending a friend's wedding in Spain earlier this month.

Hero's welcome: Crowds line streets for tragic GAA star ahead of funeral

Tyrone hurler Damian Casey, 29, was attending a friend's wedding when he died in an incident in a swimming pool. 

Aidan Browne presents the latest headlines from Northern Ireland on UTV Live on Saturday 5th March 2022.

Cushendall have secured their place at the pinnacle of Ulster hurling, after claiming a record 11th Ulster club title by beating Ballycran.

Tipperary claimed a nine-point victory over the Cats in Sunday's All-Ireland Senior Hurling final.

Antrim claimed a 15th consecutive Ulster hurling championship title but they were pushed all the way by underdogs Armagh at Owenbeg.