Seán Purcell (17 December 1928– 27 August 2005),[2] was a Gaelic footballer who played at senior level for the Galway county team.
Purcell formed a successful on-field partnership with Frank Stockwell at Galway, culminating in the team winning their fourth All-Ireland championship in 1956 and leading to their nickname as the "Terrible Twins".
[4][5] Further successes in which Purcell was involved include winning the League title in 1957, three Railway Cups, one of which he captained, the 1950 Sigerson Cup, appearances with the Combined Universities side and ten county titles with the Tuam Stars, including seven in a row from 1954 to 1960.
[citation needed] His involvement in the GAA continued long after his playing days as he served in a number of positions as team mentor and administrator in Galway.
[7] Another grandson, Sam McCartan, has played Gaelic football at senior level for Westmeath.