Author: Tim Kelly

Nine members of Killarney Judo Club travelled to Limerick on Sunday, 14th of June to take part in the annual Munster Squad and Paintball session. A great day to catch up with friends from across the province and build on their gripping skills before finishing the season.

10 players were selected to represent Munster at the Interprovincial Championship in Galway on Saturday, 30th of May. The girls led the way with 7 girls selected from Killarney to represent Munster Judo.

Results as follows:

Minor Boys 3rd
Minor Girls 2nd

Precadets 1st
Cadets 3rd
Juniors 2nd
Seniors 3rd

9 Golds, 6 Silvers and 10 Bronzes at the Munster Closed

5 members from Killarney Judo Club attended the Irish National Devlopment Training in April. Great exposure to the higher level required to compete abroad!

One new Blue Belt, two new Brown Belts and only 3 wins away till we add another name to our Hall of Fame Black Belts!

A team of 21 competed in the 51st Galway Open which hosted 350 competitors across Ireland. Results as follows: 6 Golds, 2 Silvers and 11 Bronzes

Killarney Judo Club hosted 90 participants across Munster in a regional development competion, the Munster Mini Mon. 26 players from Killarney competed with 13 making their debuts along with two junior referees receiving further experience. Results as follows:

4 Golds, 9 Silvers, 13 Bronzes

Members of Killarney Judo Club training in Kerry Sports Academy with the Munster Squad

3 Golds, 2 Silvers and 4 Bronzes in the National Indoor Arena, Dublin, December 2025