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New leader in Killarney Advertiser Fantasy Football League

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The unlikeliest of results led to the unlikeliest of FPL stars this past weekend as Jack Grealish and Ollie Watkins fired Aston Villa to an astonishing 7-2 win over the champions, Liverpool, at Villa Park.

Grealish was the top performing fantasy player of the week as he became the first player of the Premier League era to be directly involved in five goals in a single game against Liverpool (two goals and three assists). The Villa academy graduate also picked up three bonus points to take his overall tally for the round to a whopping 24 points.

Grealish’s teammate Ollie Watkins, a summer signing from Championship outfit Brentford, also made his mark on Sunday night as he bagged a first-half hat-trick (17 points plus two bonus) while Scottish midfielder John McGinn chipped in with a goal and an assist for 10 points in total.

Elsewhere, Everton’s James Rodriguez and Tottenham’s Son Heung-min (two goals each) picked up 18 points apiece while Ben Chilwell of Chelsea was the top-scoring defender as his goal, assist and clean sheet gave him a final score of 18.

In the Killarney Advertiser League, a huge tally of 118 points has propelled Brian Murphy up to first out of 1,168 participants. He now finds himself 26 points clear of Damian Clifford in second.

As we have been unable to make contact with our Egyptian Manager of the Month for September, the prize (a voucher worth €50 for Brian James) will now be awarded to local man Denis Nash, who finished second.

 

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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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