Tastemaker

‘My motto? Do things you enjoy with the people who matter most’ – hurling manager Davy Fitzgerald

The GAA legend and co-creator of Ireland’s Fittest Family admires the traits of determination and desire in a person and says he always looks for the good in someone rather than the bad

Davy Fitzgerald, reality TV star, publican, hurling manager and former player. Picture: Eamon Ward

Davy Fitzgerald is a born motivator. As an inspirational goalkeeper for the Clare hurling team, he won two All-Ireland championships, three Munster championships and three All-Star awards. He has also enjoyed great success as a manager, leading Clare to another All-Ireland while becoming famous for his passionate sideline performances which occasionally landed him in hot water with opposing teams and referees.

Off the pitch, Fitzgerald runs a number of pubs including The Dugout in Ennis ...