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False Mike Hendrick

Cricket Ireland | July 27, 2021 International

Ireland celebrates victory over Middlesex in 1997 – a famous moment in Mike’s coaching season

It is very sad to learn of the death of Mike Hendrick – a man – who was a key figure in the rise of Irish cricket in the modern era.

Here are just a number of tributes to Mike from the Irish cricket family.

Pictured on the left is the famous Irish cricket milestone reached during Mike’s coaching season – it was Ireland Men’s first victory in the professional team competition. #RIPHendo

More honors will be added as they come.

Ross McCollumThe chairman of Irish cricket said:

Although I was not personally involved in cricket at the highest levels in Ireland during Mikes, I met Mike on several occasions. His reputation and legacy rise greatly to the Irish cricket story of modern times. Mike put us on the right path to success and brought a much more professional attitude to everything we did. He had an excellent career playing in the water, but on behalf of Irish cricket, he deserves to be remembered as a key figure on the rise on the world stage.

Brian Walsh, A former president of Irish cricket, said:

“I had the pleasure of sharing an office on the Sports Council with Mike from 1998 to 2000, when he left in 2000. I found him to be very helpful in my work as Director of Development for Northern Ireland.”

“My first memory of Hendo was his passion and knowledge of the game. He was great at pulling ideas away and never had advice. He also participates in and assists in our initiatives that we took. He wanted to give young people a chance and really enjoyed working with young fighting players like Mark Patterson and Ryan Eagleson. “

“One of his initiatives, which proved very fruitful, was the end-of-season tour he organized to play for county teams in the county. He just picked up the phone, talked to some of his old contacts, arranged dates, grounds and the strength of the opposition he wanted to play. these trips to blood actors who thought he might have what it takes to represent Ireland. He would take a few current international players and a lot of promising young players to watch them cope with the pressure. “

“Many of his friends had a farewell dinner at Dunmurry Golf Club for Mike before he left, which turned out to be a wonderful evening. The evening ended with a big speech by the man himself as he expressed his love for Ireland and appreciated the reception he had received during this time.”

“We’ve been following reports of Mikes’ illness in recent years very sadly. I know all his friends in the north have good memories of Hendo.”

Tributes on social media

@Helsinki so sad to hear of the death of the Hendo man who started the cricket revolution in Ireland. Tough but fair loved by players – Always remember what f is in the wrong position. We all hoped to get over in September, but nature got stuck. #ripbigman

– Alan Lewis (@ thelewdog50) July 27, 2021

Very sad news coming from the UK. Lovely Mike Hendrick died. Great cricket crush coach and absolutely wonderful man. We loved him in Ireland among both players and supporters. #RIPHendo

– Niall John O Brien (@niallnobiobrien) July 27, 2021

Sad day. Thanks Mike Hendrick for everything. You paved the way for others to follow. #RIPBigDave

– Kyle McCallan (@KMcOffie) July 27, 2021

Sad to hear about Mike Hendrick’s death. He was an integral part @Helsinki a trip to a place on the world stage. REST IN PEACE.

– Stella Downes (@scorerstell) July 27, 2021

Sad news. Hendo was an attractive figure and friend to Irish cricket, and he was also the editor of a devastating foot trimmer. Condolences to the closest and dearest. https://t.co/JRVlkOiyUJ

– Peter O’Reilly (@petersuntimes) July 27, 2021

The Derbyshire County Cricket Club is deeply saddened to learn of the club’s departure, Mike Hendrick.

Our thoughts are with Mikes ’family at this sad moment.

Obituaries

– Derbyshire CCC (@DerbyshireCCC) July 27, 2021