The DCB are sorry to hear of the passing of Leo O’Reilly, member of the Glenville Pitch & Putt Club.

A sportsman of immense talent, as well as being a cyclist, he was togged out as a League of Ireland footballer for the likes of Shamrock Rovers, Dundalk & Limerick before he took prominence in the game of pitch and putt.

In 1975, Gus Carolan held off a late Leo charge in the All-Ireland Strokeplay in Seapoint but Leo would have his day in the sun in the Summer of 1979, in Ierne, as he hit the holy grail and won the All-Ireland Strokeplay in the capital, a just reward for his commitment to the game and competing nature he always possessed.

His steely determination was well known and he pushed Dublin close to an All-Ireland Inter County title later in 1979 as they finished Runner-up in Waterford Crystal behind a superb Cork side.

Leo stayed competing and contesting in Pitch & Putt competitions at his club, Glenville late into his life as he retained a phenomenal interest in the sport he has graced with distinction for upwards of six decades.

In 2000, Leo was rewarded for his achievements and his commitment to the sport as he gracefully accepted a place in the Pitch and Putt Hall of Fame and ensured his legendary status.

The game indeed has lost a stalwart, in Dublin and beyond, his name will forever be written in history books and will live on.

Leo O’Reilly
May you Rest in Peace