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The 42
3 days ago
- Sport
- The 42
Two-time Kerry All-Ireland winner Tommy Walsh retires from Gaelic Football
FORMER KERRY FORWARD Tommy Walsh has retired from Gaelic Football, his club Kerins O'Rahillys announced today. Walsh was part of the Kerry panel who lifted the Sam Maguire in 2007 and went on to form a famous partnership with Kieran Donaghy in the full-forward line for Kerry's 2009 All-Ireland success. Advertisement 'Tommy Walsh's retirement from football marks the end of an era for Kerry and for Gaelic games,' his club said in a statement today. 'A player whose career spanned continents and generations, Walsh leaves behind a legacy defined by power, poise, and an unwavering commitment to his teams.' Walsh later moved to Australia to pursue a career in the AFL, signing a professional contract with St Kilda before being traded to the Sydney Swans. Walsh tore his hamstring off the bone in 2013 and subsequently rejoined the Kerry panel under Eamonn Fitzmaurice in 2015 before departing prior to the 2016 championship. He returned to the Kerry set-up again in 2018 under Peter Keane and retired from inter-county football in 2021. In 2022, Walsh played a starring role as Kerins O'Rahillys defeated Newcastle West of Limerick in the Munster final. They lost the All-Ireland semi-final to eventual champions Kilmacud Crokes. 'He led from the front in the club's Kerry and Munster odyssey in 2022 – in one of his final crowning moments, Tommy was named Man of the Match in the 2022 Munster Club Final, leading Kerins O'Rahillys with a commanding performance that blended grit, grace, and game intelligence,' the statement continues. 'It was a fitting tribute to a player who always rose to the occasion. 'The ensuing All-Ireland semi-final vs eventual winners, Kilmacud Crokes, was a personal favourite as he took to Croke Park with his boyhood friends. This wasn't just another game – it was the culmination of countless years in Strand Road, shared dreams and standing shoulder to shoulder with the very lads who knew him best. Related Reads 'We all have our roles' - Donegal's long-serving point-scoring machines remain pivotal How will Tyrone and Meath reflect on their 2025 seasons? 'We massively underachieved in our eyes. When Jim came back, standards were raised' 'From Strand Road to the stadiums of Sydney, his journey was one of courage, class, and commitment. Retirement may close the chapter, but his story will echo in Kerry lore for years to come. 'Thanks Tommy – a true legend of Strand Road.'
Irish Examiner
4 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Tommy Walsh calls time on football career with Kerins O'Rahillys
With the retirement of Tommy Walsh, Kerins O'Rahillys have now lost two of their greatest talismen of the past two decades after David Moran announced his departure just two short months ago. Walsh's departure at the age of thirty seven was announced by Club PRO Pat Flavin early today (Wednesday). The club statement began "Tommy Walsh's retirement from football marks the end of an era for Kerry and for Gaelic games. A player whose career spanned continents and generations, Walsh leaves behind a legacy defined by power, poise, and an unwavering commitment to his teams. "Tommy burst on the scene as a towering midfielder on the Kerry minor team of 2006 reaching the All-Ireland minor final before losing to Roscommon after a replay." The statement continued, 'He was called into the Kerry senior panel in 2007 but had to wait until the following year to make his senior championship debut where, following All-Ireland success with the Kerry U21s, his efforts to add a senior medal were thwarted by Tyrone when Kerry lost in the final. "His powerful displays however, were enough to earn him the Young Footballer of the Year award, not just a recognition of his individual brilliance but also a sign of the immense promise he held — it validated the buzz around him and affirmed he was one of the brightest young prospects in the game. "Tommy garnered his Celtic Cross in fine style the following year when Kerry defeated Cork in the All-Ireland final, with Tommy kicking four points from play, two with either foot. Walsh playing for Kerry in 2021. File picture: James Crombie/Inpho "Tommy then departed his beloved Strand Road in October 2009 and played professional Aussie Rules with St Kilda and later the Sydney Swans but his progress was blighted by injury. 'After five years abroad, Walsh returned to his roots in 2014, to his beloved Strand Road. His presence was more than symbolic — he brought back experience, leadership, and a renewed hunger to contribute to the famed blue and white. "Tommy was brought back into the Kerry senior squad in 2015 by Eamonn Fitzmaurice and played with Peter Keane in 2019 when Kerry lost to Dublin after a replay. He came off the bench in the much discussed and delayed All-Ireland semi-final of 2021 against Tyrone. But it is with his club that he enjoyed one of his finest seasons in 2022, as the statement outlines 'Tommy was named Man of the Match in the 2022 Munster Club Final, leading Kerins O'Rahillys with a commanding performance that blended grit, grace, and game intelligence. ……The ensuing All-Ireland semi final vs. eventual winners, Kilmacud Crokes, was the culmination of countless years in Strand Road, shared dreams and standing shoulder to shoulder with the very lads who knew him best. "From Strand Road to the stadiums of Sydney, his journey was one of courage, class, and commitment. Retirement may close the chapter, but his story will echo in Kerry lore for years to come. Thanks Tommy — a true legend of Strand Road', the statement concluded. His final club game was in the Intermediate quarter-final against a David Clifford-led Fossa before a full house in Strand Road but his final championship game was with St Brendan's in the County SFC quarter-final when the Tralee combo beat Kenmare Shamrocks 0-16 to 0-14.
Irish Examiner
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Kerry stick to their guns for All-Ireland minor final
Kerry minor manager Wayne Quillinan has stuck with the same starting team which defeated Mayo in the All-Ireland semi-final for Sunday's decider against Tyrone. In what will be their first All-Ireland minor final since the 2020 defeat to Derry, the Kingdom will be aiming to win their first title at this grade since their 2018 decider victory over Galway. Tyrone, this year's Ulster champions, defeated Roscommon in the semi-final. Their last minor title was in 2021 while the Red Hand county last won at this grade 15 years ago. Sunday's game at Cedral St Conleth's Park in Newbridge throws in at 1:30pm. It will also be broadcast live on TG4. KERRY: R Kennedy (Kerins O'Rahillys); R Sheridan (Duagh), E Joy (Ballymacelligott), T Ó Slatara (Churchill); D Murphy (Listry), D Sargent (John Mitchels), M Clifford (Firies); M Ó Sé (An Ghaeltacht), J Curtin (Ballyduff); M O'Carroll (Dr Crokes), G White (John Mitchels), A Tuohy (Austin Stacks); B Kelliher (Dr Crokes), K Griffin (St Michael's Foilmore), T O'Connell (Tarbert). Subs: S Sargent (John Mitchels), N Lacey (Kerins O'Rahillys), D McCarthy (Listry), P Ó Mainnín (Lispole), J Kissane (Moyvane), L O'Brien (Glenflesk), C McGibney (Churchill), D O'Meara (Fossa), S Kiely (Dr Crokes)
Irish Examiner
22-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Austin Stacks in pole position for Kerry Division 1 League title after derby win
Austin Stacks put themselves into pole position to be crowned Kerry SFL Division 1 champions in two weeks time as a second point from substitute Ben Murphy on the stroke of 60 minutes was enough to see them overcome Tralee rivals Kerins O'Rahillys 0-17 to 3-7 at Connolly Park. Both sides were level at the top on 15 points coming into Sunday afternoon's encounter as Stacks chose to start Kerry panelist Armin Heinrich while Kerins O'Rahillys chose to play Kerry's late scoring substitute against Cavan, Tomas Kennedy, in the second period. The first of two Paddy Lane two-pointers put Stacks 0-4 to 0-1 ahead after 12 minutes but Strand Road punished them on the break by scoring two goals from Daniel Bowler and Darragh O'Connor, although O'Rahillys would regret missing another two goal chances by full-time. The visitors' advantage at half-time stood at 2-5 to 0-8 but O'Rahillys failed to score in the third quarter as five unanswered Stacks points put the hosts 0-13 to 2-6 in front. Read More Kerry SHC: Late drama as gutsy Tralee Parnells grab draw and history Stacks had decided to chance some of their U21 contingent like Murphy, who face a Kerry U21 final meeting with St Kierans on Wednesday night. But it had the desired outcome although Ben Hanafin would soon end O'Rahillys' long wait for a score before Padraig Griffin got a third goal in the 52nd minute to put them 3-6 to 0-13 ahead. It looked like Strand Road might push on to win but Murphy's first point along with Niall Fitzmaurice and Sean Quilter scores gave Stacks the lead again before Conor Hayes levelled the game again at 0-16 to 3-7 on 59 minutes. Murphy remained composed though and he put Stacks back in front for the final time as four additional minutes saw Strand Road miss two potential levelers while substitute Ronan Carroll was dismissed late on for the hosts. The result means Stacks only need to avoid defeat to Laune Rangers on the last day to win Division 1, a year after winning Division 2. Kerins O'Rahillys need to defeat already relegated Glenbeigh/Glencar in their last game and hope for a favour from the Killorglin side to force a playoff for the title. Rangers are in the relegation zone themselves heading into the final day as they lost a relegation 'four-pointer' away to Rathmore, 2-16 to 1-10. They must better fellow Mid Kerry side Beaufort's result on the final day to stand a chance of staying up as Beaufort had started the weekend with a 1-14 apiece draw away to Glenbeigh/Glencar. In the last round, Beaufort face a Kilcummin side that are officially safe after a 0-23 to 1-20 draw at home to Glenflesk who are also now assured of another year in Division 1. Spa gave their hopes of staying up a major boost by defeating Dr Crokes 2-13 to 0-17 meaning they only need to avoid defeat to Glenflesk on the last day to stay up. Ballymacelligott, meanwhile, became the second side relegated from Division 1 despite putting up a good show in their return to their home pitch against Killarney Legion before going down by 0-22 to 2-14. The result means their four year stay in the top flight will end in 2026.
Irish Independent
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Kerry SFL: Jack Savage dozen sees Kerins O'Rahillys join Austin Stacks at top of Division 1
On an emotional evening in Strand Road on Friday, Kerins O'Rahillys moved back up to join Austin Stacks at the top of Division One after a two-point win over Ballymacelligott in this re-arranged round 8 fixture. The game had been deferred due to the tragic death of 18-year-old Luke Silles, a member of the Ballymacelligott GAA club, who lost his life in a swimming accident.
