Tributes paid to young GAA star killed in quad bike accident

Tributes have been paid to a young GAA star killed in a tragic quad bike accident in Laois.

David Brown from Portlaoise lost his life in a tragic quad bike accident on Easter Sunday in the wooded area near Emo.

Portlaoise GAA Club has paid tribute to the young man.

In a tribute on Facebook the club said, "We are heartbroken beyond words. David was one of our very best and brightest. In football and in hurling. For club and for county.

"Vibrant, fearless, skilflul, determined, proud - a shining star on every team he played for. Brilliant attitude and manners, always respectful to his coaches and his teammates, always willing to listen and to learn.

"Already a hero in the eyes of so many of our youngest, David was a cast iron prospect for the future of our senior teams. It is difficult to process this. We will do our best to support each other over the times ahead.

"James, Carmel, Conor, Sarah - we are so sorry for your immense loss. We share your profound grief. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and the extended Brown and Maloney families.

"To David’s many friends, team-mates, coaches, parents of friends…please stay close and connected over the coming days.
RIP David. Forever young. Forever a Star."