Philip McGuinness (29 February 1984 – 19 April 2010) was an Irish Gaelic footballer who was a panel member on the Leitrim county team until 2010.

He was an accomplished hurler, and played for the county on a number of occasions in the National League, but once called up to the Leitrim football panel, he began concentrating more on the big ball game.

On 17 April 2010, McGuinness was playing for the Mohill club in a league match against Melvin Gaels when he sustained a knock to the head after falling on an opponent's knee.

Spectators said it was five minutes before half-time when Mr McGuinness went up for a high ball and fell towards the other player and collided with his knee.

[1] GAA president Christy Cooney paid his respects by saying "Philip’s passing is as untimely as it is tragic and our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this most difficult time".