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Storming performance from Killarney Rugby Club’s seniors
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THE Killarney Rugby Club seniors played Douglas/Carrigaline on Sunday at Aghadoe, in the next round of the Munster Junior League. Ger Moynihan's charges were hoping to build on from the previous week's win over Killorglin and certainly did not disappoint the bumper home crowd, who turned out in the wintry conditions to support the lads.
Captain Ger Moynihan was ruled out of the fixture due to a shoulder niggle picked up in Ballymalis; however the side welcomed players back from injury and there was a wealth of players to choose from.
Killarney started strongly from the off, and even though conditions were very slippery underfoot, Killarney got the upper hand as Paudie Sheahan slotted home a penalty with 15 minutes on the clock to bring first blood to the home side. Douglas/Carrigaline managed to score the side's only try on the 25th minute, against the run of play it has to be said, a try which went unconverted in the windy conditions.
Following some fantastic phases of play in the latter stages of the first half, Damien Carroll crossed the line for our first try, which Paudie Sheahan converted. Paudie himself went one better and scored the side's second try with the pack really gelling and Alan Mulligan offloading to the inform Sheahan to score and convert.
The pack were strong all day with stalwarts Peter Kelly and Ollie O'Neill leading from the front. With only a few minutes to go, Ollie scored the home side's final try to send the game beyond doubt. 22-5 was the final score, in a match where everyone worked hard and the subs bench was used to good effect. Standout players on the day were Paul O'Sullivan, Paudie Sheahan and Connie O'Leary was the man of the match with another storming display. Next Sunday the lads travel to Bantry in the next round of the league. Kick-off is at 2.30pm.
U14s
On Saturday last the U14 travelled to Tralee in the next round of the U14 West Munster League looking to maintain the current unbeaten run. Tralee were excellent hosts and facilitated the game being played on their excellent top pitch with is sand based and was exceptionally dry underfoot. The game opened up with a period of sustained pressure from the hosts where Killarney found it difficult to get past the half way line but some powerful surges from our team produced two tries both of which were duly converted.
The second half saw additional tries from a range of forwards and backs with some really intelligent plays some straight from the training ground which did give the head coach a lot to smile about. Once again the subs proved important and it is great to see the confidence that guys can slot in as required. Next up is a trip away to Abbeyfeale on Sunday, January 22.
U16s
Last Saturday the U16s travelled to Cork to take on Dolphin RFC, in the next round of the Munster U16 Bowl competition. The lads went down on a scoreline of 19-13. They fought bravely but lost a player to injury, forcing the remaining 14 lads to take on the challenge. Well done to Tom Campbell and his brave U16 as well as the many parents who travelled to Cork for this match. Fantastic support as always. Next weekend it's another road trip for the lads as they travel to Douglas for the next round of the competition. Best of luck!
U18s
Our U18s had no match last weekend however Pat F. O'Connor's charges take on Rugbai Corca Dhuibhne in the next round of the U18 Bowl competition. Kick off is at Aghadoe, next Saturday at 11am. Best of luck to the lads.
Minis
Our Minis continue to train every Saturday morning between 10.30am and 12 midday. We are currently training at the pitches at Knockreer and will continue to do so for a few weeks to come. Our Minis coordinator will update all parents each week. If you are not receiving club texts, please let Liam know on 087-4145662.
We are due to travel to Killorglin on Saturday, January 28. We will get to play matches at all ages against Minis from Killorglin, Castleisland and Listowel and the blitz will take place at Killorglin's pitches at Ballymalis (near Kerry Woollen Mills. We will send out the details closer to the date and we will not have a bus travelling to the blitz, so would encourage all parents to come along and support the kids as they try their best to represent Killarney RFC. Details to follow.
Women’s Aid highlights rising femicide figures following Killarney death
Following the violent death of Jamey Carney in Killarney on Tuesday, national charity Women’s Aid has released a stark update regarding violence against women in Ireland.
According to the Women’s Aid Femicide Watch for the Republic of Ireland, eight women have died in violent circumstances so far this year.
This figure already exceeds the total of seven women recorded during the entirety of 2025.
Sarah Benson, CEO of Women’s Aid, said:
“Violence, abuse, and even at its extremes, death, are still a reality for many women living in Ireland. After the devastating murder of Ashling Murphy in 2022, Ireland said never again. But Ireland has not lived up to that promise.
“Since then, 40 women have died violently in Ireland. That is 40 women with lives, dreams, family, friends and communities.
“Since we started the Women’s Aid Femicide Watch in 1996, 286 women have died violently in Ireland. Every death is an outrage. An absolute tragic loss of life resulting in utter heartache and trauma for those left behind.
“We are thinking today of those who will be deeply impacted by the loss of life in Killarney. Prevention of all domestic, sexual and gender-based violence is crucial and urgent.”
“The Women’s Aid Femicide Watch shows that 87% of women (where the case has been resolved) were killed by a man known to them. We also know that in Ireland, one in three women has been subjected to domestic abuse of some kind.
“Every woman has the right to be safe in her home and in her community, and this is just not the case. We must do the work required to achieve equality and safety for all, to make Ireland a country that truly has zero tolerance for domestic, sexual and gender-based violence.”
Support is available on the Women’s Aid 24-Hour National Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900, or go to womensaid.ie to use the Instant Message Service or for more information on domestic violence and abuse.”
Killarney Gardaí await post-mortem results as Muckross Road scene remains cordoned off
Gardaí investigating the discovery of a woman’s body at a residence on Muckross Road in Killarney are awaiting the results of a post-mortem examination to determine the direction of their inquiries.
It is understood that a full murder investigation is expected to be launched.
The deceased has been named locally as Jamey Carney, an American national in her 40s and the mother of a 13-year-old girl.
The scene at the domestic residence remains cordoned off today for a full technical examination, with a visible Garda presence continuing at the location.
An incident room has been established at Killarney Garda Station under a Senior Investigating Officer. Local businesses in the area have already begun supplying CCTV footage to assisting officers.
Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser, local councillor Martin Grady expressed the deep sense of shock in the area.
“I want to offer my condolences to the family,” Cllr Grady said. “This is an awful shock to the local community. I encourage anyone to come forward with any information they may have to An Garda Síochána. Whoever committed such a crime is a cowardly person and should get the maximum penalty.”
Gardaí continue to appeal to anyone who was in the Muckross Road area between the evening of Monday, July 6 and the afternoon of Tuesday, July 7 to come forward. They are particularly appealing to road users and business owners who may have dashcam or CCTV footage from the area during those times.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Killarney Garda Station on 064 667 1160, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.
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