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“Without supporters this club is nothing,” Kerry FC’s Darragh Foley

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Since I grew up a Man United fan I loved watching both De Gea and Romero. Both were amazing goalkeepers and I definitely idolised both for their amazing shot stopping abilities.
What do you believe Colin Healy has brought to both life and football at Kerry FC Colin has changed the club in it's entirety. Everyone has belief in the team that he has built and he is progressing the club both on and off the pitch. We are lucky to have him.
What strengths do you believe Kerry's new signings can bring to the club as chemistry on the pitch and people off the pitch?
All the new boys are great. They're very positive and have increased the quality of our squad. They have raised the intensity within training and brought us to another level.
During the 2025 season, Tim Oliver-Heimer was out for a huge majority of the season. In this time you gained a lot of first team experience. How do you believe this helped you and boost your career?
Firstly I'd like to say while Tim was injured he was the person who helped me the most. Always giving me advice and helping me whenever I needed it. I appreciate all that he did for me. In regards to the experience of playing, i loved it and now that i have gone through those 7 games, I now understand what is expected of me in this league and what it takes to perform.
Early in your career you spent some time at the Treaty United Academy. How do you believe they helped you early in your career?
The first year and a half I had at Treaty were amazing. I'm still friends with a lot of my teammates and loved the experience. The goalkeeper coaches I had there were brilliant with me and the improvements I made there and the experiences I had were vital for my development to where I am now.
What do you believe Kerry FC can push for this season?
I believe for us, it's always about being better and aiming for more. We have improved season on season and I believe we can do more again this season. We shouldn't be scared of any team going into the season ahead and after that as well.
What do you believe is the best way to motivate your team pre-match and throughout a match?
The best way to motivate anyone is to encourage and guide someone, particularly when they aren't playing well. My teammates and the coaching staff do that well and there is always constant reminders of each players abilities and how good they should be doing and what they are capable of.
As a goalkeeper you're role is vital. Describe o me your sort of playing style.
I love getting involved, which I think is more of a modern style. I don't like letting the game come to me (even if sometimes it's necessary), I usually like to get on the ball early and get a few touches before anything major happens so that I'm comfortable throughout the game.
What has been a stand-out moment so far in your career?
For me it's going to be winning the U20 Shield Final against Rovers. Best day of my life, nothing will beat the feeling of the winning goal going in or the final whistle. Being able to win Kerry's first silverware with so many of my friends is an experience I'm so grateful for.
In years to come, is there a legacy you would like to leave at Kerry FC and Irish football?
It's a big question as I don't like looking too far in to the future, in my opinion the short term creates what happens in the long term. But I would like to make an impact while I'm here, whether that's performing on the field, or inspiring young keepers throughout the county or even if life takes me elsewhere, I would like to bring the skills I learned and am still learning with Kerry with me.
What do you want the Kerry supporters to know at full time?
That their support means everything. They make playing for Kerry so special. Without them this club is nothing. It was nice knowing that they had our backs every time we stepped on the pitch and that they have faith in both us and the coaches.
What do you believe is something football has taught you in life?
That things can change so quickly. When the draw was made for Shamrock Rovers semi-final, I still hadn't even made my debut yet. But all of a sudden on a Friday night in UCD, I was quickly thrown in for my first game just like that. Things never stay the same whether good or bad.
If you could give your younger-self advice, what would it be?
To just trust the process. When things get bad, don't get too low when things get too comfortable. It's a long journey, so every second counts. I'm glad I am where I am, and I'm happy with what I've achieved so far.

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€1m EuroMillions win still unclaimed at Centra The Reeks

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€1m EuroMillions win at Centra The Reeks

Anthony O’Connor, Ciaran Culloty, Conor Healy, Elizabeth Nagle, and representatives from the National Lottery


Celebrations are underway in Killarney after Centra at The Reeks Gateway on Tralee Road sold a EuroMillions ticket worth €1,005,000 in the Friday, August 21 draw.


The lucky winner secured the life-changing sum through the special Ireland Only Raffle event after purchasing a Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw.
Store owner John Bowler, who has operated the shop for over 20 years, expressed his delight after receiving the news from the National Lottery.
“There’s a great buzz around the store and we’re absolutely delighted,” Bowler said. “We have a mix of local customers and visitors coming through our doors every day, so the winner could be anyone. While we’ve sold fantastic prizes over the years, this is by far the biggest. It’s wonderful news for Killarney.”
National Lottery spokesperson Emma Monaghan urged anyone who bought a ticket at the store on Friday to check their numbers carefully. The ticket holder is advised to sign the back of the ticket, keep it safe, and contact the National Lottery prize claims team to arrange collection.
All photos: Eamonn Keogh

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Pig’s Lane crowned Bar of the Year

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Killarney’s subterranean venue Pig’s Lane emerged as a triple winner at the Bar of the Year 2026 Awards in Dublin on Monday night.


The College Street venue was named overall Bar of the Year, alongside taking Gold for both Cocktail Bar of the Year and Best Designed Bar / Inside Space. The announcements were made at a gala ceremony hosted by Anton Savage at the Clayton Hotel on Burlington Road.
Operating under the family-run O’Donoghue Ring Collection, the underground cocktail bar and whiskey parlour opened in 2023. The venue previously secured Innovative Bar of the Year in 2024 and Best Designed Bar in 2025 before taking the top national prize this year.
Judges praised the venue for its “unmatched excellence across the board”. The broader O’Donoghue Ring Collection earned eight finalist nominations across three properties, including Café du Parc and The Kenmare Rooms.
“We are so proud to be crowned Ireland’s Bar of the Year 2026,” said founder Gemma Ring. “A huge amount of work, creativity, and passion goes into everything we do”.
Pig’s Lane derives its name from the historic 1800s designation for the thoroughfare connecting College Street to Railway Road. On September 11, the bar will host a collaborative evening featuring Michelin Bib Gourmand tapas from Dingle’s Solas paired with bespoke cocktails.

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