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All-Ireland football star David Clifford graduates from University of Limerick

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All-Ireland winning Gaelic Football star David Clifford has graduated from University of Limerick today (Tuesday).

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REPRO FREE 230822 All-Ireland winning football star David Clifford graduates from University of Limerick Press release (23/8/22) ***Repro free imagery will be sent to newsdesks by Arthur Ellis – 087-2884885 All-Ireland winning football star David Clifford has graduated from University of Limerick today (Tuesday). The Kerry GAA star forward was conferred with a Masters in PE Teaching at UL this Tuesday, among thousands of students receiving their parchments this week. The 23-year-old played a starring role in UL GAA’s Sigerson Cup Final run, claimed the Higher Education Rising Star Footballer of the Year Award, and was Man of the Match in the All-Ireland Football Final this year. A Silver Scholarship recipient at UL, David has been in the UL Sports Scholarships Academy for the past two years, allowing him access to the high-performance gym to keep up his demanding sporting regime while taking the course. The Kerry star is among almost 3,300 new graduates being conferred at UL over five days of the 2022 Autumn Conferring Ceremonies this week. Speaking ahead of his graduation, David Clifford said: “I couldn’t recommend it (the course) enough in terms of the time we were in college and the work placements that we had. The lecturers and the sports department were very accommodating and friendly, especially in helping me to balance my studies and our Sigerson Cup Final run. Coming up to Limerick was a bit daunting at first, but the sports facilities (at UL) alone are unbelievable.” Pictured is David Clifford in UL. Pic Arthur Ellis.

REPRO FREE 230822 All-Ireland winning football star David Clifford graduates from University of Limerick Press release (23/8/22) ***Repro free imagery will be sent to newsdesks by Arthur Ellis – 087-2884885 All-Ireland winning football star David Clifford has graduated from University of Limerick today (Tuesday). The Kerry GAA star forward was conferred with a Masters in PE Teaching at UL this Tuesday, among thousands of students receiving their parchments this week. The 23-year-old played a starring role in UL GAA’s Sigerson Cup Final run, claimed the Higher Education Rising Star Footballer of the Year Award, and was Man of the Match in the All-Ireland Football Final this year. A Silver Scholarship recipient at UL, David has been in the UL Sports Scholarships Academy for the past two years, allowing him access to the high-performance gym to keep up his demanding sporting regime while taking the course. The Kerry star is among almost 3,300 new graduates being conferred at UL over five days of the 2022 Autumn Conferring Ceremonies this week. Speaking ahead of his graduation, David Clifford said: “I couldn’t recommend it (the course) enough in terms of the time we were in college and the work placements that we had. The lecturers and the sports department were very accommodating and friendly, especially in helping me to balance my studies and our Sigerson Cup Final run. Coming up to Limerick was a bit daunting at first, but the sports facilities (at UL) alone are unbelievable.” Pictured is David Clifford in front of the Living Bridge in UL. Pic Arthur Ellis.

REPRO FREE 230822 All-Ireland winning football star David Clifford graduates from University of Limerick Press release (23/8/22) ***Repro free imagery will be sent to newsdesks by Arthur Ellis – 087-2884885 All-Ireland winning football star David Clifford has graduated from University of Limerick today (Tuesday). The Kerry GAA star forward was conferred with a Masters in PE Teaching at UL this Tuesday, among thousands of students receiving their parchments this week. The 23-year-old played a starring role in UL GAA’s Sigerson Cup Final run, claimed the Higher Education Rising Star Footballer of the Year Award, and was Man of the Match in the All-Ireland Football Final this year. A Silver Scholarship recipient at UL, David has been in the UL Sports Scholarships Academy for the past two years, allowing him access to the high-performance gym to keep up his demanding sporting regime while taking the course. The Kerry star is among almost 3,300 new graduates being conferred at UL over five days of the 2022 Autumn Conferring Ceremonies this week. Speaking ahead of his graduation, David Clifford said: “I couldn’t recommend it (the course) enough in terms of the time we were in college and the work placements that we had. The lecturers and the sports department were very accommodating and friendly, especially in helping me to balance my studies and our Sigerson Cup Final run. Coming up to Limerick was a bit daunting at first, but the sports facilities (at UL) alone are unbelievable.” Pictured is David Clifford in UL. Pic Arthur Ellis.

The Kerry GAA star forward was conferred with a Masters in PE Teaching at UL this Tuesday, among thousands of students receiving their parchments this week.

The 23-year-old played a starring role in UL GAA’s Sigerson Cup Final run, claimed the Higher Education Rising Star Footballer of the Year Award, and was Man of the Match in the All-Ireland Football Final this year.

A Silver Scholarship recipient at UL, David has been in the UL Sports Scholarships Academy for the past two years, allowing him access to the high-performance gym to keep up his demanding sporting regime while taking the course.

The Kerry star is among almost 3,300 new graduates being conferred at UL over five days of the 2022 Autumn Conferring Ceremonies this week.

“I couldn’t recommend it [the course] enough in terms of the time we were in college and the work placements that we had," David, speaking ahead of his graduation, said.

"The lecturers and the sports department were very accommodating and friendly, especially in helping me to balance my studies and our Sigerson Cup Final run. Coming up to Limerick was a bit daunting at first, but the sports facilities [at UL] alone are unbelievable.”

On Monday, the first batch of students in Ireland to graduate with Masters level apprenticeships were conferred, with Minister of State for Skills and Further Education Niall Collins TD present to meet and congratulate them.

In her conferring address, Professor Mey has told the new UL graduates that the ceremonies are “a hugely important part of your learning journey”.

“As you step out into the world as our ambassadors by joining the more than 118,000 alumni around the world, we want you to be proud of your institution.”

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Derry McCarthy elected President of Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

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The Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club held its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, January 14, where members officially elected Derry McCarthy to the position of Club President.

The role had remained vacant following the passing of the highly respected Kay O’Sullivan in October 2024. McCarthy, a long-standing member of the club, will also continue his work as the Grounds Chairman for the 2026 season.


In one of his first official duties as President, McCarthy made a special presentation to Club Secretary Damien Fleming to recognise his significant playing achievements throughout 2025.

The evening also saw the presentation of the Utility Trust Doubles Matchplay prizes to the various winners.

The club also confirmed the addition of Niall O’Loughlin and Michael Cronin to the committee, who will take up the roles of U16 Officers to oversee the development of the club’s younger members.


The 2026 officer board was finalised during the meeting, with Sean Kelly continuing as Chairman, Damien Fleming as Secretary, and Jason O’Connor as PRO.

While several key positions were filled, including Bobby Kelly as Registrar and Gearóid Cronin as Club Captain, the vacancies for Vice-President, Vice-Chairman, and Treasurer were deferred.

These roles are expected to be filled by co-option at the first scheduled committee meeting of the new year.


The outgoing committee thanked everyone who attended the meeting and expressed their gratitude to the local community for their continued support of the club.

Work is now beginning on the course and competition schedule in preparation for the upcoming spring season at the Killarney venue.

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Killarney talent central to Kerry FC preparations as new season looms

By Eamoon Fitzgerald The influence of Killarney soccer continues to grow at Mounthawk Park as Kerry FC ramps up preparations for the 2026 Airtricity League of Ireland Division 1 season. […]

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The influence of Killarney soccer continues to grow at Mounthawk Park as Kerry FC ramps up preparations for the 2026 Airtricity League of Ireland Division 1 season.

Local star Luke Doolan made a significant impact in the first competitive action of the year, starting in the 2-0 victory over Cobh Wanderers in the Grandon’s Toyota Munster Senior Cup.
The win, secured by outstanding strikes from Sean McGrath and Sean O’Connell, earns the Kingdom a place in the quarter-finals.
Manager Colin Healy is utilising the provincial competition to integrate new signings and welcome back key figures.
Perhaps most significant for Killarney supporters is the return of prolific scorer Ryan Kelliher. The striker missed the majority of last season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament. His return to fitness is seen as a massive boost for the club’s attacking options.
The squad is also bolstered by new signing Kieran Cooney, a defender who arrived from Finn Harps, while Cian Brosnan remains the cornerstone of the group as the club’s most experienced player with 40 appearances to date.
Kerry FC opens their league campaign away to UCD on February 13. Following the massive success of providing buses for the 1,000 fans who travelled to the FAI Cup semi-final against Shamrock Rovers in 2025, the club has confirmed they will again provide spectator transport for away fixtures this season.
The first home game at Mounthawk Park is scheduled for Friday, February 20, against Athlone Town FC, with kick-off at 7:45pm.

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