Mastergeeha Football Club’s Under 12 coach Ramona Keogh has been selected for a high-profile international coaching programme in Italy.

Ramona is one of just ten grassroots coaches from across Ireland chosen to participate in this first-of-its-kind initiative.

The programme is a collaboration between the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) and Léargas, a national agency that manages international exchange programmes.

As part of the selection, Ramona will travel from Kilbrean to Como, Italy, to spend over a week immersed in the professional environment of Como 1907.

During the trip, the Killarney coach will work directly with the staff, coaches, and various teams at the Italian club.

The experience is designed to provide Irish grassroots leaders with insights into elite European coaching methods, which can then be brought back to local clubs like Mastergeeha.

The selection is a significant personal achievement for Ramona and a boost for the Mastergeeha coaching setup as she prepares for the trip of a lifetime to the shores of Lake Como.

St Brendan’s College Transition Year students are continuing their Log On Learning Programme this January, offering free, practical IT help to members of the public.

The sessions are aimed at people who would like support using their phone, tablet or laptop. Help is available with everyday tasks such as sending texts, using WhatsApp or Facebook, ordering groceries online, taking photos, or getting more comfortable with basic technology.
Participants can choose what they want to learn and work at their own pace, with students on hand to give one-to-one guidance in a relaxed setting. Complimentary tea and coffee will be available during the sessions.
The Log On Learning Programme will run each Wednesday in January from 11.30am to 1.00pm.
Anyone interested in taking part is asked to contact 064 663 1021 to register.