A SOCCER club formed in Killarney 55 years ago has been awarded the prestigious Club Mark Award by the Football Association of Ireland. The Killarney Athletic AFC recognition is part of a campaign for grassroots organisations based on best practice in the governance, management and administration of a club. Clubs start their journey at entry… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Soccer
Soccertots to resume in Killarney
YOUNG soccer players in Killarney will get an opportunity to return to action in the coming weeks thanks to a programme being organised by double champions Killarney Celtic. Club members will run a Soccertots programme starting on Saturday, July 4 from 3.00pm to 4.00pm and many of the basic skills of the game will be… Continue Reading
Home venue a big plus against Limerick champs
BANG in form Killarney Celtic FC have been drawn against very formidable opponents in the quarter-final of this season’s prestigious FAI Junior Cup. The draw, made at the FAI headquarters in Abbotstown, pitched Brian Spillane’s side against Limerick hotshots Fairview Rangers but the Killarney side has the major advantage of a home venue. The big… Continue Reading
Keane edge for high-profile palliative care fundraiser
TWO sporting legends, but in different codes, are teaming up for a major social event to raise funds for the palliative care service. Former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland star, Roy Keane, will be the star attraction at a high-profile fundraising lunch in Tralee and former Kerry defender, Marc Ó Sé, is one of… Continue Reading
Celtic’s youths reach the last eight
WHILE the club’s senior team are blazing a trail in the FAI Junior Cup, thumping Donegal Hearts 4-1 in the last round, Killarney Celtic youths are making a mark of their own in the FAI Youths Cup and they have now reached the last eight. They had a 3-1 victory over Villa FC of Waterford… Continue Reading
