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Post by Annascaultilidie on Oct 3, 2018 9:29:48 GMT
I don't find it unexpected to be honest. The man has a fairly high-powered job by all accounts and has had a series of injuries.
A player I really liked, who did great work --- including great kick passing --- on his good days.
His career was blighted by injury really but won an All Star in 2015.
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Post by hurlingman on Oct 3, 2018 9:35:02 GMT
Didn't see this one coming. Statement from Anthony Maher Since pulling on my first green and gold jersey back in 1999 for the primary game in Pairc Ui Chaoimh I’ve had the immense pleasure of representing my family, my parish and my county – now the time has come to call it a day. I’d firstly like to thank all my former team mates. While I am retiring from Kerry football with a heavy heart, I’m retiring with incredible memories. We’ve had highs and lows together but the bond developed throughout has been immeasurable. I look forward to watching and supporting as the current group continue to develop & grow, and return to glory once again. I’d also like to express my gratitude to all the management teams down throughout the years. Their commitment to the cause has always been second to none. I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity given to me first by Pat O’Shea, further developed and nurtured by Jack & Eamonn and their backroom teams. A special thanks to the team of medics and physios who have looked after me, especially in recent years. Also, to the County Board who have always been and continue to be a fantastic support to the entire team. To my club, Duagh – I thank all of the people who have invested in me and shown massive support to me throughout my entire footballing career. I hope I have done you all proud. The club is where it began for me and now I am really looking forward to the years ahead with Duagh. My parents and my sisters have always been incredible when it came to my footballing commitments. They’ve always supported me, right back to that first training session my dad brought me to in Duagh as a young boy. I don’t think things looked too promising that day, but the encouragement began straight away and thankfully it paid off! All my extended family & friends – thanks for the never ending support and loyalty through thick and thin. To my wife Megan – the Limerick woman proudly sporting the green and gold since 2008! Thank you for your constant love, support, belief and loyalty. I look forward to beginning the next chapter with you. And finally, the supporters. Thank you for always backing our team and I’m really looking forward to joining you in the stands in 2019. Ciarrai abu! Statement from Tim Murphy, County Board Chairman Today sees the retirement of Anthony Maher - one of Kerry’s best Midfield exponents of the modern era. Anthony began his inter county career as a Minor and quickly progressed through to the Senior Ranks. In 2014 Anthony produced some memorable performances culminating in the All Ireland Final win over Donegal. Over the past number of years in particular and despite a recurring injury Anthony provided great leadership for his team mates and helped to successfully integrate the many new players onto the panel. On behalf of all Kerry supporters I wish Anthony and his wife Megan all the very best in the future. Statement from Éamonn Fitzmaurice, Former Senior Football Manager I would like to congratulate Anthony on his retirement from the Kerry senior football team. Anthony made his debut in 2008 after a breakout county championship with Feale Rangers in 2007. He has served Kerry with honesty, honour and humility and retires with many distinctions to his name. During my time in charge Anthony was a hugely important member of our group, being our midfield anchor for much of that time. His involvement in the recent past has been limited by debilitating injuries that he stubbornly defied to keep playing at the highest level. He was a leader in the dressing room often acting as a conduit to management. He was a complete midfielder, strong in the air, athletic, skilful, two footed and extremely hard working. He was exceptionally dedicated to his craft and worked tirelessly on his game. In 2014 we holidayed in South Africa as All Ireland champions. We spent part of the trip at Sun City and naturally availed of the golf on site. One day as a group of us wound down our round I noticed Anthony running around the boundary of the golf course on his own, typically pushing himself. He was getting ready for 2015 and backed up his 2014 season by again driving us to the final that year. Anthony also managed to excel academically balancing his studies and work life expertly with football. Achieving a PhD while competing at an elite level places Anthony in an exclusive club. Fear is ea é a thug gach a bhí aige i gcónaí agus geansaí Chiarraí á chaitheamh aige. Guím gach rath air agus ar Meghan. Statement From Jack O'Connor, Former Senior Football Manager Anthony Maher was top class as a footballer and as a leader in the dressing room. He was a great team player and commanded a lot of respect when he spoke. He is a very intelligent man and he brought that with him on the football field. Anthony was very modest but a fierce competitor when it came down to a battle. It's a pity injury blighted the last couple of years of his career as he worked extremely hard to get himself right. His leadership and example will be a big loss to Kerry. I wish to congratulate Anthony on his career with Kerry and wish himself and Megan all the best for the future. Not really that much of a surprise. Has been struggling with injury for the last few years to be fair. On another note another example of how Pat O Shea didn't get the credit he should have. Maher is another player who he brought in who went on to be a big player for Kerry. Wasn't a star by any means at underage and could have been missed by other managers
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Post by givehimaball on Oct 3, 2018 11:40:22 GMT
I don't find it unexpected to be honest. The man has a fairly high-powered job by all accounts and has had a series of injuries. A player I really liked, who did great work --- including great kick passing --- on his good days. His career was blighted by injury really but won an All Star in 2015. I also think he should almost be credited with an assist for Sheehan's All-Star in 2011 - he performed a lot of the scutwork around midfield that year, which allowed Sheehan to do the flashier stuff.
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Post by tonydorigo on Oct 9, 2018 9:27:49 GMT
Who will be the new additions to the panel for the coming season with the new manager in charge?
Goalkeeping position is still up in the air so would presume that Shane Ryan might get a look along with Shane Murphy and Brian Kelly.
The backline could also do with some more fresh blood from the underage teams. Graham O'Sullivan, Stefan Okunbar, Daniel O'Brien and Cormac Coffey could get some game time and we'll get further growth from the likes of Tom O'Sullivan, Jason Foley, Gavin White and Brian O'Beagloaich. Hopefully we see more of Gavin Crowley and the return of Tadhg Morley.
Midfield?? Is there anyone that could be in consideration to come into the panel barring a miraculous return from Oz of a certain Mark O'Connor? Diarmuid O'Connor could be brought in to get experience but he is very light.
In the forwards we'll see more from Micheal Burns, Sean O'Shea etc this year and will probably add Tony Brosnan into the mix as well. This could be a key year for the likes of Killian Spillane and Conor Geaney in terms of seeing if they are up to standard. Might get Paudie Clifford from the juniors in as well.
Are there any other potential bolters for the panel that are currently standing out in county championship?
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Post by Whosinmidfield on Oct 9, 2018 16:11:05 GMT
Who will be the new additions to the panel for the coming season with the new manager in charge? Goalkeeping position is still up in the air so would presume that Shane Ryan might get a look along with Shane Murphy and Brian Kelly. The backline could also do with some more fresh blood from the underage teams. Graham O'Sullivan, Stefan Okunbar, Daniel O'Brien and Cormac Coffey could get some game time and we'll get further growth from the likes of Tom O'Sullivan, Jason Foley, Gavin White and Brian O'Beagloaich. Hopefully we see more of Gavin Crowley and the return of Tadhg Morley. Midfield?? Is there anyone that could be in consideration to come into the panel barring a miraculous return from Oz of a certain Mark O'Connor? Diarmuid O'Connor could be brought in to get experience but he is very light. In the forwards we'll see more from Micheal Burns, Sean O'Shea etc this year and will probably add Tony Brosnan into the mix as well. This could be a key year for the likes of Killian Spillane and Conor Geaney in terms of seeing if they are up to standard. Might get Paudie Clifford from the juniors in as well. Are there any other potential bolters for the panel that are currently standing out in county championship? Yes I think we should definitely look at Shane Ryan. Maybe unlike EF, PK will have no problem with Shane Ryan playing outfield for his club? Recently I have seen Niall Morgan from Tyrone playing corner forward for his club side. As regards defence, our half back line is pretty strong especially if Gavin Crowley is given his chance that in my mind he earned last year in the league. It is in the full back line that we need fresh blood in. Stefan Okunbor, Graham O'Sullivan and Sean T Dillon are a few who could be looked at. Hopefully Ronan Shanahan will push on and be trusted. Will we see the reemergence of Shane Enright? Hopefully a change of management will reinvigorate some lads who have dropped in performance levels the last few years. In midfield we need 2 to compete with David Moran and Jack Barry. Eanna O'Conchuir, Roibeard O'Se and Kieran Murphy are lads I would look at. It will be hard to break into even our panel in the forward line but the following players have the talent to make an impact. Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford, Killian Spillane and Tony Brosnan. Would Conor Cox be worth another look? I also think Tommy Walsh should be at looked at again, especially with Donaghy's retirement.
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Post by jod15 on Oct 9, 2018 17:55:20 GMT
Who will be the new additions to the panel for the coming season with the new manager in charge? Goalkeeping position is still up in the air so would presume that Shane Ryan might get a look along with Shane Murphy and Brian Kelly. The backline could also do with some more fresh blood from the underage teams. Graham O'Sullivan, Stefan Okunbar, Daniel O'Brien and Cormac Coffey could get some game time and we'll get further growth from the likes of Tom O'Sullivan, Jason Foley, Gavin White and Brian O'Beagloaich. Hopefully we see more of Gavin Crowley and the return of Tadhg Morley. Midfield?? Is there anyone that could be in consideration to come into the panel barring a miraculous return from Oz of a certain Mark O'Connor? Diarmuid O'Connor could be brought in to get experience but he is very light. In the forwards we'll see more from Micheal Burns, Sean O'Shea etc this year and will probably add Tony Brosnan into the mix as well. This could be a key year for the likes of Killian Spillane and Conor Geaney in terms of seeing if they are up to standard. Might get Paudie Clifford from the juniors in as well. Are there any other potential bolters for the panel that are currently standing out in county championship? Yes I think we should definitely look at Shane Ryan. Maybe unlike EF, PK will have no problem with Shane Ryan playing outfield for his club? Recently I have seen Niall Morgan from Tyrone playing corner forward for his club side. As regards defence, our half back line is pretty strong especially if Gavin Crowley is given his chance that in my mind he earned last year in the league. It is in the full back line that we need fresh blood in. Stefan Okunbor, Graham O'Sullivan and Sean T Dillon are a few who could be looked at. Hopefully Ronan Shanahan will push on and be trusted. Will we see the reemergence of Shane Enright? Hopefully a change of management will reinvigorate some lads who have dropped in performance levels the last few years. In midfield we need 2 to compete with David Moran and Jack Barry. Eanna O'Conchuir, Roibeard O'Se and Kieran Murphy are lads I would look at. It will be hard to break into even our panel in the forward line but the following players have the talent to make an impact. Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford, Killian Spillane and Tony Brosnan. Would Conor Cox be worth another look? I also think Tommy Walsh should be at looked at again, especially with Donaghy's retirement. I believe cox is transferring to a club in dublin due to work commitments.
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Post by veteran on Oct 10, 2018 8:35:38 GMT
Any chance Pat Flanagan will be be brought back if Joe O’Connor is leaving?
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Post by Deise Exile on Oct 11, 2018 20:49:04 GMT
Here's the draw for the 2019 All-Ireland senior football championship the42.ie/4281727
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Post by Deise Exile on Oct 11, 2018 20:50:20 GMT
Kerry Clare in Ennis I suppose? Tricky little opener for a new manager with a very young team
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Post by Ballyfireside on Oct 11, 2018 23:29:10 GMT
Part of me is waiting for us to get the right combination and then everything clicks - we now have a management that is unanimously accepted so that's a great start. We have some pipeline and Currans is now a very interesting place to be sightseeing and which gives added status to Kerry as a tourist county.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 12, 2018 9:02:51 GMT
I can definitely see Kelly getting the boot as keeper - to be honest the fella is no where near the level required of an inter county goalkeeper - I would have Kealy in there ahead of him even
I think you will see Shane Ryan and Shane Murphy battling it out for the #1 jersey next year.
Hopefully Peter Keane will make some cuts to the current playing panel and start integrating some of the previous 5 panels that not already in there. Think he would earn kudos for that from the Kerry GAA public for that alone
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Post by Attacking Wing Back on Oct 12, 2018 9:26:39 GMT
I think Peter will be fair and give everyone their chance. Clean slate for all and its up to yourself to keep your place on the panel. When we have change managers before some lads that were on the fringes have been given more game time and developed.
I think getting the mix in the forwards right is important as well. For all the talk of our great forwards in the last few years we have only had one real scoring forward playing close to his potential in the big games. Clifford carried our full forward line in the super 8's last year. And Paul Geaney was ploughing a lone furrow in 2017 against Mayo.
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Post by hurlingman on Oct 12, 2018 9:41:40 GMT
I can definitely see Kelly getting the boot as keeper - to be honest the fella is no where near the level required of an inter county goalkeeper - I would have Kealy in there ahead of him even I think you will see Shane Ryan and Shane Murphy battling it out for the #1 jersey next year. Hopefully Peter Keane will make some cuts to the current playing panel and start integrating some of the previous 5 panels that not already in there. Think he would earn kudos for that from the Kerry GAA public for that alone IMO i think it's time for forget about Shane Ryan as a keeper. He clearly doesn't want to play there and there's no point in forcing him into it. I've always said i think Kealy was a better option than Kelly, can't understand why he was dropped in the first place. Can't be too many other players who won an All-Star and didn't play a championship game after. Playing very well at the moment and more than young enough to be looked at again.
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Post by inforthebreaks on Oct 12, 2018 11:42:58 GMT
Kealy wasnt dropped. he walked away himself. and i agree he is playing well at the minute.
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Post by hurlingman on Oct 12, 2018 11:59:45 GMT
Kealy wasnt dropped. he walked away himself. and i agree he is playing well at the minute. He was dropped from being number 1 not from the panel
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Post by Mickmack on Oct 13, 2018 8:40:59 GMT
Who will be the new additions to the panel for the coming season with the new manager in charge? Goalkeeping position is still up in the air so would presume that Shane Ryan might get a look along with Shane Murphy and Brian Kelly. The backline could also do with some more fresh blood from the underage teams. Graham O'Sullivan, Stefan Okunbar, Daniel O'Brien and Cormac Coffey could get some game time and we'll get further growth from the likes of Tom O'Sullivan, Jason Foley, Gavin White and Brian O'Beagloaich. Hopefully we see more of Gavin Crowley and the return of Tadhg Morley. Midfield?? Is there anyone that could be in consideration to come into the panel barring a miraculous return from Oz of a certain Mark O'Connor? Diarmuid O'Connor could be brought in to get experience but he is very light. In the forwards we'll see more from Micheal Burns, Sean O'Shea etc this year and will probably add Tony Brosnan into the mix as well. This could be a key year for the likes of Killian Spillane and Conor Geaney in terms of seeing if they are up to standard. Might get Paudie Clifford from the juniors in as well. Are there any other potential bolters for the panel that are currently standing out in county championship? Yes I think we should definitely look at Shane Ryan. Maybe unlike EF, PK will have no problem with Shane Ryan playing outfield for his club? Recently I have seen Niall Morgan from Tyrone playing corner forward for his club side. As regards defence, our half back line is pretty strong especially if Gavin Crowley is given his chance that in my mind he earned last year in the league. It is in the full back line that we need fresh blood in. Stefan Okunbor, Graham O'Sullivan and Sean T Dillon are a few who could be looked at. Hopefully Ronan Shanahan will push on and be trusted. Will we see the reemergence of Shane Enright? Hopefully a change of management will reinvigorate some lads who have dropped in performance levels the last few years. In midfield we need 2 to compete with David Moran and Jack Barry. Eanna O'Conchuir, Roibeard O'Se and Kieran Murphy are lads I would look at. It will be hard to break into even our panel in the forward line but the following players have the talent to make an impact. Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford, Killian Spillane and Tony Brosnan. Would Conor Cox be worth another look? I also think Tommy Walsh should be at looked at again, especially with Donaghy's retirement. about midfield options...I watched Barry oSullivan closely v Stacks and for 40 minutes he was outstanding. Nothing flash...just the thread that kept the necklace of passes and team moves together. If you didnt go out to specifically watch him he wouldnt catch the eye. I would say his team mates rate him highly.
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Post by Whosinmidfield on Oct 13, 2018 10:29:21 GMT
Yes I think we should definitely look at Shane Ryan. Maybe unlike EF, PK will have no problem with Shane Ryan playing outfield for his club? Recently I have seen Niall Morgan from Tyrone playing corner forward for his club side. As regards defence, our half back line is pretty strong especially if Gavin Crowley is given his chance that in my mind he earned last year in the league. It is in the full back line that we need fresh blood in. Stefan Okunbor, Graham O'Sullivan and Sean T Dillon are a few who could be looked at. Hopefully Ronan Shanahan will push on and be trusted. Will we see the reemergence of Shane Enright? Hopefully a change of management will reinvigorate some lads who have dropped in performance levels the last few years. In midfield we need 2 to compete with David Moran and Jack Barry. Eanna O'Conchuir, Roibeard O'Se and Kieran Murphy are lads I would look at. It will be hard to break into even our panel in the forward line but the following players have the talent to make an impact. Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford, Killian Spillane and Tony Brosnan. Would Conor Cox be worth another look? I also think Tommy Walsh should be at looked at again, especially with Donaghy's retirement. about midfield options...I watched Barry oSullivan closely v Stacks and for 40 minutes he was outstanding. Nothing flash...just the thread that kept the necklace of passes and team moves together. If you didnt go out to specifically watch him he wouldnt catch the eye. I would say his team mates rate him highly. Yes but I would worry about his pace and mobility at inter county level. Would he be able to keep up with a Brian Fenton or James McCarthy?
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Post by taggert on Oct 13, 2018 11:13:29 GMT
He does not have the pace and would be run into the ground. This is his achilles heel and there is no changing that. Against Stacks, he was up against 2 equally one-paced midfielders. Good club player but not County standard if you are competing for the big prizes. Johnny Buckley is a good example - gets run into the ground in Croker.
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Post by Mickmack on Oct 13, 2018 15:55:12 GMT
about midfield options...I watched Barry oSullivan closely v Stacks and for 40 minutes he was outstanding. Nothing flash...just the thread that kept the necklace of passes and team moves together. If you didnt go out to specifically watch him he wouldnt catch the eye. I would say his team mates rate him highly. Yes but I would worry about his pace and mobility at inter county level. Would he be able to keep up with a Brian Fenton or James McCarthy? what inter county players in Ireland can at the moment
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Post by Whosinmidfield on Oct 14, 2018 8:40:57 GMT
Yes but I would worry about his pace and mobility at inter county level. Would he be able to keep up with a Brian Fenton or James McCarthy? what inter county players in Ireland can at the moment Most midfielders from the top teams at the moment can compete with them. My point was that he would be too slow to be able to mark them.
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Post by A.N. Other on Oct 14, 2018 9:50:45 GMT
Yes I think we should definitely look at Shane Ryan. Maybe unlike EF, PK will have no problem with Shane Ryan playing outfield for his club? Recently I have seen Niall Morgan from Tyrone playing corner forward for his club side. As regards defence, our half back line is pretty strong especially if Gavin Crowley is given his chance that in my mind he earned last year in the league. It is in the full back line that we need fresh blood in. Stefan Okunbor, Graham O'Sullivan and Sean T Dillon are a few who could be looked at. Hopefully Ronan Shanahan will push on and be trusted. Will we see the reemergence of Shane Enright? Hopefully a change of management will reinvigorate some lads who have dropped in performance levels the last few years. In midfield we need 2 to compete with David Moran and Jack Barry. Eanna O'Conchuir, Roibeard O'Se and Kieran Murphy are lads I would look at. It will be hard to break into even our panel in the forward line but the following players have the talent to make an impact. Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford, Killian Spillane and Tony Brosnan. Would Conor Cox be worth another look? I also think Tommy Walsh should be at looked at again, especially with Donaghy's retirement. about midfield options...I watched Barry oSullivan closely v Stacks and for 40 minutes he was outstanding. Nothing flash...just the thread that kept the necklace of passes and team moves together. If you didnt go out to specifically watch him he wouldnt catch the eye. I would say his team mates rate him highly. Wayne Guthrie caught about 4/5 balls over him in the second half
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Post by Mickmack on Oct 14, 2018 10:39:34 GMT
Yes. Thats why i said "40 minutes". He faded in the second half and Stacks got a foothold.
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Post by Seoirse Ui Duic on Oct 14, 2018 17:23:05 GMT
Who will be the new additions to the panel for the coming season with the new manager in charge? Goalkeeping position is still up in the air so would presume that Shane Ryan might get a look along with Shane Murphy and Brian Kelly. The backline could also do with some more fresh blood from the underage teams. Graham O'Sullivan, Stefan Okunbar, Daniel O'Brien and Cormac Coffey could get some game time and we'll get further growth from the likes of Tom O'Sullivan, Jason Foley, Gavin White and Brian O'Beagloaich. Hopefully we see more of Gavin Crowley and the return of Tadhg Morley. Midfield?? Is there anyone that could be in consideration to come into the panel barring a miraculous return from Oz of a certain Mark O'Connor? Diarmuid O'Connor could be brought in to get experience but he is very light. In the forwards we'll see more from Micheal Burns, Sean O'Shea etc this year and will probably add Tony Brosnan into the mix as well. This could be a key year for the likes of Killian Spillane and Conor Geaney in terms of seeing if they are up to standard. Might get Paudie Clifford from the juniors in as well. Are there any other potential bolters for the panel that are currently standing out in county championship? Yes I think we should definitely look at Shane Ryan. Maybe unlike EF, PK will have no problem with Shane Ryan playing outfield for his club? Recently I have seen Niall Morgan from Tyrone playing corner forward for his club side. As regards defence, our half back line is pretty strong especially if Gavin Crowley is given his chance that in my mind he earned last year in the league. It is in the full back line that we need fresh blood in. Stefan Okunbor, Graham O'Sullivan and Sean T Dillon are a few who could be looked at. Hopefully Ronan Shanahan will push on and be trusted. Will we see the reemergence of Shane Enright? Hopefully a change of management will reinvigorate some lads who have dropped in performance levels the last few years. In midfield we need 2 to compete with David Moran and Jack Barry. Eanna O'Conchuir, Roibeard O'Se and Kieran Murphy are lads I would look at. It will be hard to break into even our panel in the forward line but the following players have the talent to make an impact. Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford, Killian Spillane and Tony Brosnan. Would Conor Cox be worth another look? I also think Tommy Walsh should be at looked at again, especially with Donaghy's retirement. Okunbor might be lost to the AFL though. Hopefully not, but if he gets offered a contract I think he would go. Mike Breen might be worth a look at in the backs and indeed Graham O'Sullivan. I hope Daniel O'Brien, Cormac Coffey, Tom O'Sullivan, Jason Foley, Gavin White, Brian O'Beagloaich and Gavin Crowley might all be given a call up for the panel by Keane alongside Ronan Shanahan, Mark Griffin, Paul Murphy, Peter Crowley and Tadhg Morley. That's a group of 15 players that might battle for 6 starting spots. Shane Ryan should indeed be called up as well if Keane has no problem with him playing out in the field. Keane strikes me as a man who is willing to think outside the box. In midfield and the forwards we have options in my opinion, but defense has been Kerry's achilles heel. From his minor teams one would expect Keane is returning to a Kerry-style of fast paced football with fast kick passes, but also very tough defenders. I hope it means an end to possession games, lateral hand passes and slow, methodical build ups. When players were let loose in the first games of the league this year it looked exciting and put teams under real pressure. Like in recent years I'd be really happy if we can play exciting football and get some more of the young, ex-minor players into the team. Might that be the reason they decided for Keane? Knowing that he knows the minor players very well and will probably work well with Jack O'Connor and the U20s? Now that the illustrious 5 in a row has been achieved at minor level I find myself less bothered than recent years about winning it in 2019. I believe Kerry should have a real go at the U20 title this year, but it depends a lot on whether Jack can hold on to some young prospects instead of losing them to the senior like Clifford and O'Shea. Perhaps Kerry would have won it last year if they had those players available. Will Kerry stop the Dub drive for five? I'm not sure, but I think if we're too bothered about the Dubs we are going nowhere. The focus should be on Kerry and getting Kerry to play like they should. Get Kerry back to winning titles again, even if it's not immediate success.
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Post by taggert on Oct 14, 2018 17:47:02 GMT
It will be interesting to see what structure is put in the team by Peter as well as the style of play he wishes to pursue. As for the players selected, that will be just as interesting. For instance, without naming names, a number of the defenders listed above have been roasted at club level over the last few weeks in the c'ship and not for the first time either. Others have not cut it for Kerry over a long period. Others are trading on their great potential as successful minors but have not kicked on - several of the above continue to make the same mistakes, constantly running down blind alleys and getting turned over. There is a real dearth of sticky, agricultural, no nonsense defenders who have mastered the art of tackling. Everyone wants to be a hero, racing up the pitch to score points. Much to think about for Peter n co.
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Post by Whosinmidfield on Oct 14, 2018 20:10:39 GMT
Yes I think we should definitely look at Shane Ryan. Maybe unlike EF, PK will have no problem with Shane Ryan playing outfield for his club? Recently I have seen Niall Morgan from Tyrone playing corner forward for his club side. As regards defence, our half back line is pretty strong especially if Gavin Crowley is given his chance that in my mind he earned last year in the league. It is in the full back line that we need fresh blood in. Stefan Okunbor, Graham O'Sullivan and Sean T Dillon are a few who could be looked at. Hopefully Ronan Shanahan will push on and be trusted. Will we see the reemergence of Shane Enright? Hopefully a change of management will reinvigorate some lads who have dropped in performance levels the last few years. In midfield we need 2 to compete with David Moran and Jack Barry. Eanna O'Conchuir, Roibeard O'Se and Kieran Murphy are lads I would look at. It will be hard to break into even our panel in the forward line but the following players have the talent to make an impact. Dara Moynihan, Paudie Clifford, Killian Spillane and Tony Brosnan. Would Conor Cox be worth another look? I also think Tommy Walsh should be at looked at again, especially with Donaghy's retirement. Okunbor might be lost to the AFL though. Hopefully not, but if he gets offered a contract I think he would go. Mike Breen might be worth a look at in the backs and indeed Graham O'Sullivan. I hope Daniel O'Brien, Cormac Coffey, Tom O'Sullivan, Jason Foley, Gavin White, Brian O'Beagloaich and Gavin Crowley might all be given a call up for the panel by Keane alongside Ronan Shanahan, Mark Griffin, Paul Murphy, Peter Crowley and Tadhg Morley. That's a group of 15 players that might battle for 6 starting spots. Shane Ryan should indeed be called up as well if Keane has no problem with him playing out in the field. Keane strikes me as a man who is willing to think outside the box. In midfield and the forwards we have options in my opinion, but defense has been Kerry's achilles heel. From his minor teams one would expect Keane is returning to a Kerry-style of fast paced football with fast kick passes, but also very tough defenders. I hope it means an end to possession games, lateral hand passes and slow, methodical build ups. When players were let loose in the first games of the league this year it looked exciting and put teams under real pressure. Like in recent years I'd be really happy if we can play exciting football and get some more of the young, ex-minor players into the team. Might that be the reason they decided for Keane? Knowing that he knows the minor players very well and will probably work well with Jack O'Connor and the U20s? Now that the illustrious 5 in a row has been achieved at minor level I find myself less bothered than recent years about winning it in 2019. I believe Kerry should have a real go at the U20 title this year, but it depends a lot on whether Jack can hold on to some young prospects instead of losing them to the senior like Clifford and O'Shea. Perhaps Kerry would have won it last year if they had those players available. Will Kerry stop the Dub drive for five? I'm not sure, but I think if we're too bothered about the Dubs we are going nowhere. The focus should be on Kerry and getting Kerry to play like they should. Get Kerry back to winning titles again, even if it's not immediate success. I thought Okunbor had signed an Afl contract and after a few months felt homesick and came home? Is there talk of him going out there again? I hope not because I think he has the attributes to be a brilliant full back. Strong, Fast and hopefully very sticky.
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Post by Seoirse Ui Duic on Oct 14, 2018 20:38:01 GMT
I'm not a 100% sure, but thought he was still being courted by AFL clubs. As you say he is strong, well conditioned, very fast in a sprint and a great footballer. Also very tenacious. He could become a very good full back indeed.
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Post by sullyschoice on Oct 14, 2018 21:44:43 GMT
I am not too sure about Stefan. I have seen him a couple of times.and he has been good and not so good. I don't doubt that he is strong and athletic but I don't think he has great ball control. But I make this statement with the caveat that I didn't think Marc O Se would amount to much as a defender.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 14, 2018 21:45:11 GMT
From what I believe Keane has no issue with Ryan playing out the field - sure the first time he will do this any season is when Kerry get knocked out so why wouldn’t he
He will challenge Shane Murphy strongly for that position next year.
So expect to see him in there when they go back training
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Post by Jigz84 on Oct 14, 2018 22:43:08 GMT
I am not too sure about Stefan. I have seen him a couple of times.and he has been good and not so good. I don't doubt that he is strong and athletic but I don't think he has great ball control. But I make this statement with the caveat that I didn't think Marc O Se would amount to much as a defender. A full back he most definitely isn't anyway.
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Post by Whosinmidfield on Oct 15, 2018 15:33:04 GMT
I am not too sure about Stefan. I have seen him a couple of times.and he has been good and not so good. I don't doubt that he is strong and athletic but I don't think he has great ball control. But I make this statement with the caveat that I didn't think Marc O Se would amount to much as a defender. A full back he most definitely isn't anyway. Why do you think this? Whenever he has played full back, he has performed very well. If he is ever going to make the county team it will be at full back because if you saw him play for Brendans against Kerins O'Rahillys in the county championship quarter final, you would know he isn't a midfielder. He was totally ineffective and looked lost.
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