Spa upsets East Kerry in Kerry Senior Football Championship

Spa secured a dramatic victory over East Kerry in the Kerry Senior Football Championship quarter-final at Fitzgerald Stadium, winning 3-15 to 2-17. Despite East Kerry entering the match as favorites, Spa managed to hold their nerve to advance to the county semi-finals.

David Clifford delivered a standout individual performance for East Kerry, scoring 2-4, including two emphatic goals. However, Spa’s collective resilience proved decisive. A late goal by Shane Cronin helped level the contest, providing the momentum necessary for Spa to take control. The win was ultimately sealed by Evan Cronin, who converted a high-pressure two-point free to secure the single-point margin.

With this result, Spa moves on to face Dr Crokes in the semi-finals, while East Kerry exits the championship.