Olympic medalist Jim McCourt passed away at the age of 79. The Belfast southpaw, also known as “The Prince of the Immaculata,” represented Ireland in the Olympics in 1964 and 1968. He was a well-liked person who won seven Irish senior championships and a bronze medal in the 1965 European Championships in East Germany.
Professional promoters, such as the powerful Barney Eastwood, tried for years to sign him, but he was committed to the amateur game and representing Ireland. To get to the semi-finals in Japan, McCourt defeated Bun-Nam Suh of Korea, Ghulam Sarwar of Pakistan, and Domingo Barrera of Spain. By a split decision, Soviet star Vilikton Barannikov defeated him to advance to the final, and McCourt won the lightweight bronze.
Jim McCourt obituary
The details of Jim McCourt’s funeral service will be released by his family. The deceased’s family and close friends will give information on the obituary, funeral, and life celebration at the proper time. We’ll try to keep you informed about their development.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the deceased’s friends and family, who have been struggling to come to terms with losing such a wise and considerate person.