Frederick Cogley: Voice of Rugby and Pioneer Irish Broadcaster Frederick Joseph Cogley (27 June 1934 – 14 June 2017) was an Irish sports commentator and television presenter who achieved international renown as “The Voice of Rugby.” More than just a broadcaster, Cogley was a storyteller—a man deeply rooted in Wexford’s cultural heritage and passionately committed to preserving the traditions of Irish sport. His career spanned nearly five decades with RTE (Radio Telefís Éireann), shaping rugby coverage and establishing himself as a beloved figure within Ireland's media landscape. Early Lif…