Ger Loughnane survived heart attack, lost family members
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Ger Loughnane, a former Clare hurler and manager from Ireland, recently recounted a near-fatal heart attack he experienced in 2016 while walking his dogs in the mountains.
During the incident, an angiogram revealed a severely constricted artery, and doctors credited a single vein with keeping him alive. Loughnane had previously battled leukemia in 2011, an illness mistakenly reported by social media as fatal at the time.
Loughnane stepped down from his role as a commentator for RTÉ, Ireland’s national broadcaster, after the 2018 hurling championship, feeling content with his career and wanting to spend more time with his family and enjoying outdoor activities. However, his life was marked by further tragedy when his wife, Bridget, died of bowel cancer in 2022, followed by the sudden death of his son, Conor, six months later.
Despite these losses, Loughnane finds solace in his grandchildren and remains passionate about hurling, prioritizing a Clare Munster Championship win over an All-Ireland title due to the historical significance for the county. He emphasizes the importance of living in the present and avoiding dwelling on past achievements, having previously strived to leave a lasting legacy in the sport.
