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Killarney hoping to field senior camogie team for first time

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Following on from several years of great work at underage level, Killarney Camogie Club are hoping to field a team at senior level for the first time.

Putting out an adult team would be a massive step for the club, who are based in Spa but draw players from all over East Kerry. If successful they will join Cillard and Causeway in the junior grade of Kerry camogie. Tralee Parnells are also in line to participate.

“It would be a fairly big deal for a team from East Kerry to be competing at senior level,” Killarney Camogie Club chairman Seán Casey told the Killarney Advertiser.

“Our coaches have done a lot of work over the past 10 years or so and we now have around 160 underage players on our books. It’s pretty vibrant at the moment. We have coaches and committee members from all over the country – Limerick, Cork, Tipperary, Clare, Dublin – which is great to see.”

The club currently have eight players in and around the Kerry minor panel and six Killarney players were in with the minors in 2023. This intercounty contingent are likely to form the backbone of the proposed senior team, but the club are actively seeking more players to join their ranks.

“We would need a panel of 20-plus so we’re hoping that there are some adult players in the Killarney or East Kerry area who might like to get involved,” Casey said.

Any prospective players who are interested in joining the club as they aim to make history are encouraged to contact Eimear on 087 6481736 or Caroline on 086 8452197.

Killarney Camogie Club are also always on the lookout for extra volunteers and coaches. All garda vetting and safeguarding courses are provided by the club. Speak to Eimear or Caroline for more information.

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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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