His school St. Patrick’s Secondary, Castleisland joined in the chorus of congratulations for student Killian Dennehy after he received the prestigious Kerry Minor Footballer of the Year Award at the Munster GAA presentation ceremony at the Fota Island Resort before Christmas.
“Killian played a pivot role in Kerry claiming another Munster title in 2024 and was a core part of the minor team in the championship until he was ruled out with injury in the All-Ireland semi final against Derry,” said a statement from St. Pats.
Leadership and Skill
“He showed great leadership and skill throughout the Munster campaign dominating midfield while contributing significantly to both defensive and offensive plays.
“He carried this high level of performance into the Corn Uí Mhuirí competition for the school with outstanding performances throughout the campaign.
‘This is a great honor for the school to have a student who has been recognized at provincial level in football and a source of inspiration for all students in the school,” the statement concluded.
The List of Award Winners
The full list of winners were as follows: Hall of Fame in Hurling – Anthony Daly, Clare; Hall of Fame in Football – Larry Tompkins, Cork; Distinguished Service Award – Pat Moore, Waterford;
Senior Hurler of the Year – Nickie Quaid, Limerick; Senior Footballer Player of the Year – Tom O’Sullivan, Kerry; Under 20 Hurling Player of the Year – Darragh McCarthy, Tipperary; Under 20 Football Player of the Year – Cormac Dillon, Kerry; Minor Hurling Player of the Year – Euan Murray, Tipperary; Minor Football Player of the Year – Killian Dennehy, Kerry; Camogie Player of the Year – Laura Hayes, Cork; Handball Person of the Year – Michael Hedigan and Daniel Relihan, Cork; Ladies Footballer of the Year – Ciara Murphy, Kerry; Club of the Year – Sarsfields, Cork and Manager of the Year – Brian Lohan, Clare.
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