Former Monaghan senior footballer Stephen Gollogly has died.

The Carrickmacross Emmets clubman won two Ulster SFC titles with the Farney County in 2013 and 2015.

His 14 years in the colours of Monaghan also saw him winning National League titles in Division 2 (twice) and in Division 3. He made 133 appearances and scored 3-71 in total during his inter-county career having first made his debut in 2004 under Seamus McEneaney.

A secondary school teacher in Carrickmacross, Gollogly is survived by his wife Caroline and his four children.

"It is with profound sadness that Monaghan GAA has learned of the passing of Stephen Gollogly,” read a statement from Monaghan county board.

"Stephen was a proud Carrickmacross Emmets clubman who represented Monaghan with immense pride, commitment, and distinction throughout an outstanding inter-county career.

"A true servant of the county, he made 133 competitive appearances in the white and blue between 2004 and 2017 contributing 3-71 and earning the admiration and respect of teammates, opponents and supporters alike.

"Beyond his many accomplishments, Stephen will be remembered as a gentleman, a loyal clubman and county player, and someone who embodied the very best values of the GAA through his humility, sportsmanship and unwavering commitment.

"Monaghan GAA is deeply grateful to Stephen for his exceptional contribution to Gaelic games and for the lasting legacy he leaves behind, both on and off the field."

Carrickmacross Emmets also paid tribute to Gollogly with a poignant statement released this evening.

"Stephen's loss has come as a profound shock to our club and the wider GAA community," it read.

"A player of exceptional ability, Stephen represented Carrickmacross Emmets with distinction throughout his career and went on to play senior county football for Monaghan, where he was widely respected for his commitment, skill, and leadership at the highest level of the game.

"At club level, Stephen’s dedication, sportsmanship, and quiet leadership made him a central figure within our teams for many years.

"He inspired younger players, set standards through his work ethic, and carried himself with an integrity that earned admiration across Carrickmacross Emmets and Monaghan GAA. Stephen also gave his time as an U10 juvenile coach, guiding and encouraging our youngest players with positivity and genuine care for their development.

"On behalf of everyone at Carrickmacross Emmets, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Stephen’s family, friends, former teammates, and all who knew and loved him. We hold them in our thoughts at this very difficult time."

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