KERRY CAPTAIN KIERAN Donaghy has this evening clarified reports that he is taking time out of his career to concentrate exclusively on Gaelic football.
Donaghy has admitted that he is leaving his current position with Ulster Bank but is looking at ‘new opportunities’.
“I’m finishing up in Ulster Bank Tralee in the coming days. I’d like to thank all staff and management for a great experience.
“It’s the right time and the start of a new journey for me.
“However contrary to reports in the media today I am already looking at new opportunities in employment and excited for what the future holds.”
The Kerry full-forward was made captain following his club Austin Stacks’ county championship win last year.
Kieran Donaghy with fans after the Kerry's league game against Tyrone. Presseye / Andrew Paton/INPHO
Presseye / Andrew Paton/INPHO / Andrew Paton/INPHO
Donaghy will become a father in the coming months which is also thought to be a big factor in his decision.
The former basketball player has joined the list of footballers who have sacrificed their day jobs to devote the majority of their time to playing football as both Karl Lacey and Darran O’Sullivan have similarly prioritised their Gaelic football careers recently.
Donaghy clarifies reports that he is leaving work to focus on Gaelic football
Updated 19.30pm
KERRY CAPTAIN KIERAN Donaghy has this evening clarified reports that he is taking time out of his career to concentrate exclusively on Gaelic football.
Donaghy has admitted that he is leaving his current position with Ulster Bank but is looking at ‘new opportunities’.
He released a statement via his Twitter account this evening.
“I’m finishing up in Ulster Bank Tralee in the coming days. I’d like to thank all staff and management for a great experience.
“It’s the right time and the start of a new journey for me.
“However contrary to reports in the media today I am already looking at new opportunities in employment and excited for what the future holds.”
The Kerry full-forward was made captain following his club Austin Stacks’ county championship win last year.
Donaghy will become a father in the coming months which is also thought to be a big factor in his decision.
The former basketball player has joined the list of footballers who have sacrificed their day jobs to devote the majority of their time to playing football as both Karl Lacey and Darran O’Sullivan have similarly prioritised their Gaelic football careers recently.
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