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Jordan and Madie star in inspiring YouTube documentary

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Local athletes Jordan Lee and Madie Wilson-Walker feature in a new short film that was shot around Killarney and Killorglin.

Local track and field athletes Jordan Lee and Madie Wilson-Walker star in a new YouTube documentary that shares their inspirational story with a global audience.

In the short film, Killarney man Lee (23) and Canadian Wilson-Walker (26) tell the captivating story of how they both overcame barriers to become stars in the world of athletics.

Lee, a high jumper who was born with one hand, and Wilson-Walker, a long jumper who competes using blades, are living together in Kerry after initially meeting at the World Championships in Dubai in 2019.

“I went over to Dubai to win a medal,” Jordan tells the filmmakers, “but I came back with a girlfriend.”

The couple detail some of the difficulties they faced as children; Lee reveals that some kids labelled him a “monster”.

Overall, theirs is a story of triumph over adversity, and how their relationship has blossomed alongside their sporting dreams.

The documentary, titled ‘Losing Our Limbs Saved Our Lives’, was created for the Truly YouTube channel, which has over 10 million subscribers worldwide. Since being uploaded on Saturday, the video already has almost 18,000 views. Search ‘Born Different’ to find the series.

Killarney Valley AC congratulated their members on the documentary, commending them for “removing stigmas” around disabilities.

“We are honoured and inspired every day through their story.”

You can watch the video here.

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Clifford brothers to test their game against golf’s elite

Kerry footballers Paudie and David Clifford will take on some of the biggest names in golf when they line out in the Celebrity Pro-Am at the Amgen Irish Open. The […]

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Kerry footballers Paudie and David Clifford will take on some of the biggest names in golf when they line out in the Celebrity Pro-Am at the Amgen Irish Open.

The Fossa brothers will join stars including Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Pádraig Harrington, Séamus Power, and Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald at The K Club next month.
The Pro-Am takes place on Wednesday, September 3, ahead of the main tournament from September 4–7.
Also confirmed for the Pro-Am are Tipperary hurling captain Ronan Maher, rugby star Josh van der Flier and former rugby internationals Johnny Sexton and Tommy Bowe.

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Athletic’s Luke Doolan Signs for Kerry FC

Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic. The 17-year-old forward was a standout performer in the Kerry District League last […]

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Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic.

The 17-year-old forward was a standout performer in the Kerry District League last season and caught the eye with five goals in the Munster Youths Cup.
He also featured for Athletic’s senior team and earned a call-up to the Republic of Ireland Under-18 squad, where he impressed in international friendlies.
Doolan will now train with the Kerry FC first team and play with the club’s Under 20 Academy side. His signing is another boost for the club’s commitment to developing local talent.
Speaking after the move, Luke said: “I’m delighted to have this chance with Kerry FC and I’m looking forward to working with the team. I’m grateful to Colin Healy for the opportunity and I’m excited to play in front of the Kerry supporters.”
First-team manager Colin Healy added: “Luke has trained with us for the last number of weeks and has really impressed. He’s shown a great attitude and hunger to learn. He’s a talented young player and this is the next step for him.”
Kerry FC CEO Billy Dennehy said: “Luke’s journey is similar to many young players who previously had no League of Ireland pathway in Kerry. His progress is a credit to Killarney Athletic and his coaches. We look forward to helping him develop further at the club.”

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