Only in Kerry could there be so much interest in a footballer who has played so little for his county.
Among the many positives aired by manager Jack O’Connor after Kerry extended their unbeaten league run against Mayo on Saturday night was the potential return of his team captain, who has yet to make his first start in the league or championship for that matter.
Joe O’Connor (no relation) was nominated for the captaincy in early February by his club Austin Stacks: only Kerry and Kilkenny still keeping the old tradition of affording their senior county champions that right. If, however, O’Connor can’t secure a regular starting place, or is out injured, the manager or country board chairman can make the captaincy decisi …
- March 15, 2022
