Under 13 – National Cup 1st Round

• Killarney Athletic 3 – 5 Killorglin AFC

The Under 13s put in a fantastic performance against a capable Killarney Athletic side in Woodlawn on Saturday morning. The team started brightly with Darragh McKeefry marshalling the back line well, and Jack O’Leary working hard in central midfield. Dylan Francis had the best of the chances early on, but was closed down quickly twice, when it seemed he would get a strike away. But Killorglin were rewarded before half time when a good move by Gearoid Hasset down the right side gave Dylan Francis the opportunity to put Killorglin 1-0 ahead, which he finished nicely! Martin Fay was solid in goal and dealt with anything Athletic had to offer.

Despite looking comfortable at the start of the second half, Killorglin conceded two goals in quick concession, and found themselves chasing the game. Ethan Coffey and Gearoid Hassett threatened to equalise on several occassions, however the introduction of Dylan Moriarty payed dividends. When his pace allowed him the opportunity to break through the middle, a classy finish put Killorglin back in the game. Dylan Moriarty again struck shortly after to put us back in the lead. Good defending from Stephen O’Loughlin, Kaiya O’Flaherty and Killian Burke ensured we stayed in front, and Darragh McKeefry was immense, sweeping and covering all around him. Tireless work from Jack O’Leary, Jack O’Connor and Aaron Broderick in midfield gave Killorglin plenty of chances of their own. And a free kick from Jack O’Connor was glanced into their own net by Athletic after close attention from Gearoid Hassett – despite the Athletic keeper doing his best to keep it out.

Late in the game, a wonderful finish from Aaron Broderick gave Killorglin some breathing space, and despite a late concession, the game finished 5-3. A trip to Ennis for the second round beckons.

Team: Martin Fay, Stephen O’Loughlin, Kaiya O’Flaherty, Darragh McKeefry, Killian Burke, Jack O’Leary, Jack O’Connor, Aaron Broderick, Ethan Coffey, Dylan Francis, Gearoid Hassett. Subs: Dylan Moriarty, Niall Carey, Cian Naylor, Oisin Cronin

• Killorglin AFC 0 – 2 Clonmel Town

A windy day in Dragons Den in Killorglin saw the visit of Clonmel Town. A much anticipated game saw a good turn out of fans, but the concession of a goal in the opening minute set the tone for a tough afternoon for the home team. And on the day, Clonmel Town were a little stronger when it mattered. For the rest of the opening half, Killorglin absorbed the pressure well, but were frustrated in midfield, and were limited to a few half chances before conceding a second before the break.

Although we enjoyed more possession in the second half, Clonmel were well organised at the back, and we seldom troubled their keeper.

Despite the result going against us, our lads can hold our heads up high and appreciate the achievement in getting to the last 8 of the National Cup. It is a huge credit to players, management and mentors alike that the team made it so far. Hopefully the trip to Manchester in the coming days will be enjoyed by all.

Tuesday 11th March

Under 13 A

• Killorglin AFC v Kingdom Boys A 6.15pm (All Weather)

Saturday 15th March

Under 12 League

• Killorglin AFC A v Killarney Celtic A 10.30

Under 14

• Killarney Celtic C v Killorglin AFC 12oc

Under 16 Cup Round 1

• Listowel Celtic v Killorglin AFC 1-30

Wednesday 19th March

Under 12 Cup Round of 16

•  Killarney Athletic v Killorglin AFC B 5.45pm

Under 13 – National Cup

• Mervue United 1 – 2 Killorglin AFC

Congratulations to Micheal Carey, Lee Carey and the Killorglin U13’s team on progressing to the next stage of the national cup and a home draw for the Quarter Final!!!! An enormous achievement for all. Well Done.

We would also like to give a thanks to Mervue united for looking after us so well before and after the game and also a huge thanks to the many supports who give the team great encouragement during the game.

Under 17

• Killorglin AFC v Dingle Bay Rovers 2.30 pm

SFAI Under 13 Cup

• BT Harps v Killorglin AFC 2pm

Under 13 Division 2

• Killorglin AFC B v Killarney Celtic C 11am

Under 11 Group 1

• Park A v Killorglin AFC A 11am

Under 11 Group 2

• Park B v Killorglin AFC B 11am

Under 13 Division 2

• Camp vs Killorglin AFC B – 2 pm

Under 13 Premier

• Mastergeeha 1 – 7 Killorglin AFC

A Killorglin team without two or three regulars made no mistake against Mastergeeha. Captain of the day Dylan O’Neill gave us an early lead, with Gearoid Hassett adding another, and Sean Corcoran with a great header to leave us three in front at half time.

In the second half Mastergeeha pulled one back but Killorglin introduced Jack O’Connor who got two, and Evan Madden (Man of the Match) added another with Dean Callan finishing the scoring. A great team display ahead of the next National Cup game.

Under 13 Division 2

• Killorglin AFC B 4 – 3 Asdee

Killorglin lead 2-0 at half time through Jack Evans and Jack O’Leary, but against a strong wind Asdee took a 3-2 lead in the second half. WIth just ten minutes remaining, Jack Carey and Cian Naylor combined to find Steven who made it 3-3. Straight from the restart Ethan Coffey played in Jack O’Leary who stole the points for Killorglin.

Under 15 Division 1

• Killorglin AFC 5 – 2 Killarney Athletic

Killorglin Under 13 side that faced Killarney Celtic in the League

• Killorglin AFC 1 – 2 Killarney Celtic

Despite a nervy start on a greasy pitch, Killorglin settled in to the game and were unlucky on a number of occasions. But a fantastic header off his own line by Jack O’Connor kept the sides level after 15 minutes. Then a fantastic run by David Mangan gave Killorglin a penalty it was coolly dispatched by Jack O’Connor. And Jack almost doubled the lead when a long range effort was parried by the Celtic keeper. David Mangan almost got a second just before half time, but the game was 1-0 at half time.
Early pressure in the second half from Celtic saw them hit the post, and shortly after they were level after some sloppy defending. And soon after they took the lead when a dangerous ball across the box crept in off the far post. Alex O’Connor was being kept busy in goal and made some fine saves in the conditions. Despite some half chances, the game finished 2-1.