THREE gritty and determined Killarney men took on the epic Transatlantic Way Ultra Race Challenge, setting off in Derry and finishing in Kinsale Co Cork. Brothers Benny and Donnacha Cassidy and Killarney Cycling Club’s secretary Tom Daly realised a long-time ambition to tackle the course and they were thrilled to be in a position to do… Continue Reading
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Fintan’s silver lining as Ella also impresses
KILLARNEY’S Fintan Martin came agonisingly close to overall glory in the national under 16 strokeplay pitch and putt championships at the weekend with a super performance in Athgarvan, Co Kildare. The Deerpark club member won a silver medal and, in fact, he was the 18-hole leader in the boys’ section with a score of one… Continue Reading
When East meets Mid to be Kings of Kerry
AND after all that, the stage is set for a glamour Kerry Senior Football Championship district board showdown between star-studded reigning champions East Kerry and a gritty, never-say-die Mid Kerry outfit. Before, unavoidably, a near deserted Austin Stack Park in Tralee last night, championship specialists Dr Crokes and Mid Kerry served up a truly sensational… Continue Reading
Hometown honour proposed for GAA legend
A PROPOSAL to dedicate a roundabout to the late great Weeshie Fogarty in his native town has been brought before Killarney Municipal District Council, KillarneyToday.com can confirm. And, fittingly, the preferred location is directly adjacent to Fitzgerald Stadium, in the shadow of the O’Sullivan Stand, which was a landmark so familiar to him. Weeshie’s friends,… Continue Reading
Spillane’s stars celebrate hat-trick of league crowns
WHAT an absolutely incredible season it has been for Killarney Celtic FC who have swept the boards at every level with a series of brilliant performances. Following their FAI Youths Cup and Kerry Youths League triumphs, the senior team are taking inspiration from those that will one day replace them by winning everything in sight… Continue Reading
