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Ross Golf club member Ger Flynn competes in first DIGA tournament
Ardshanavooley resident and Ross Golf Club member Ger Flynn has faced significant health challenges over the years, but they haven't dampened his passion for golf. Flynn, a former taxi driver, suffered a brain hemorrhage over 20 years ago, which left him temporarily paralysed. Despite enduring six months in the hospital and a long road to recovery, Flynn has remained determined to continue pursuing his love for the sport.
Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser this week he reflecting on the period leading up to the hemorrhage. “I remember experiencing severe headaches for a week, but like many men do, ignored the symptoms. One night while driving his taxi, the bright lights of oncoming cars became unbearable, forcing him to pull over and walk home. He never made it home having suffered the hemorrhage by the roadside.
After extensive rehabilitation, Flynn regained mobility. Although he still lives with the physical effects of the incident. Golf has since played a key role in both his mental and physical recovery. Encouraged by friends and Ross Golf Club’s professional, Gordon Howard, Flynn was recently introduced to the Disabled and Inclusive Golf Association (DIGA), an organisation that promotes golf accessibility for individuals with disabilities or long-term health conditions.
DIGA hosts events throughout Ireland, providing a welcoming environment for golfers of all abilities. Flynn recently made his debut at a DIGA tournament in Tipperary.
Reflecting on the experience, Flynn said, "I decided to give it a go, and it was a fantastic experience. I played alongside people who have faced serious challenges, from cerebral palsy to competitors playing with one arm. It’s an incredible event”.
With the 2024 DIGA season drawing to a close, Flynn is already eagerly preparing for 2025, where he hopes to compete in all eight scheduled events.
Killarney resident Alexandra Mae Gemeniano has been announced as an official finalist for Miss Universe Ireland 2026.
The announcement was made at the national competition’s summer launch party, which took place last week at Bewley’s Café Theatre on Grafton Street in Dublin.
Alexandra (43) is originally from the Philippines and moved to Ireland with her family when she was 17. She became an Irish citizen in 2011. After living and working in the UK for 14 years, she returned to Killarney to be closer to her family and currently works in the beauty industry.
The launch event marked the official start of the selection process to find Ireland’s representative for the global Miss Universe competition. The current title holder is 19-year-old Aadya Srivastava from Galway.
The national final is scheduled to take place on Saturday 20th June at the Bonnington Hotel in Dublin. The winner will represent Ireland at the 75th annual Miss Universe global final, where the reigning Miss Universe, Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico, will crown her successor.
Three Killarney businesswomen were among the top winners at the 10th anniversary Connect Kerry Women in Business Awards, held at The Rose Hotel, Tralee, on Friday, June 5.
Carina Audley, founder of Killarney-based event styling firm The Event Edit, was named Kerry Business Woman for Services. The award recognizes her work growing the business from a personal concept into a highly successful premium event styling and mobile childcare provider working with leading venues across the county.
There was double celebration for Killarney sisters Hayley and Terrie Murphy.
Legacy Elite Cheerleaders coach Hayley Murphy won the Champion of Diversity and Inclusion award, capping off a hectic week where her athletes secured multiple solo, stunt, and team podium finishes at the Summer Flip Out Championships in Galway. Her sister, Terrie Murphy of Sorella Berries, claimed the Food Generation/Manufacture award.
Alexandra Mae Gemeniano announced as Miss Universe Ireland finalist
Killarney resident Alexandra Mae Gemeniano has been announced as an official finalist for Miss Universe Ireland 2026. The announcement was...
Success at Connect Kerry Women in Business Awards
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