FORMER LOUTH FOOTBALLER Ciaran Byrne has kicked off his career with AFL club Cartlon thousands of miles away from Melbourne.
The 19-year-old, who agreed to swap Gaelic football for a move Down Under after signing a two-year deal back in August, recently linked up with his new side for their pre-season training camp in Arizona.
On top of training in the snow, it involved a two-day hike and Byrne told the club’s website that he has been getting to know coach Mick Malthouse and his team-mates.
“Mick has been very good, as it’s really only the third time I’ve met him,” Byrne said.
“He’s a real family man and if you’re struggling he’s a good man to talk to because he really helps you out.”
“I’ve been rooming with Slug, well Davey Ellard that is, and Nickey Graham,” Byrne said. “They’re two weirdos – but it’s been pretty good just to get to know them better as well.”
It’s Lallana, not Lallnana
Connolly. This fellah seems to think he’s the next Rinaldo. Championship level player