The Kilkenny Soccer Podcast

Evergreen recently beat Carlow side New Oak in the oneills.com Leinster Junior Cup Final, a huge win for the club. To reflect on that success and find out what it takes to run a team like Evergreen we had a chat with Gary Maher.

It’s Episode 60 and the Kilkenny Soccer Podcast is signing off for the season! Davy Doyle is in studio with Graham Doyle and Damian Raggett as the trio look back on a packed weekend of cup finals, and big moments that capped off the local football calendar.  Thanks for listening all season long—tune in for one last chat before the break! 

A big review of big Cup Final victories for Evergreen and Bridge United.

A monster preview of a huge weekend of finals as we hear from Evergreen, Thomastown and Bridge United.

On today’s Kilkenny Soccer Podcast , Davy Doyle, Graham Doyle, John McClean, and Damian Raggett dive into all the latest results and upcoming fixtures across the local leagues. The lads celebrate recent cup final action, give a shoutout to the newly crowned ladies league winners, and once again tackle the growing issue of walkovers—what’s causing the problem, and how can it be solved? All that and...

On this week’s Kilkenny Soccer Podcast , Davy Doyle, Graham Doyle, John McClean, and Damian Raggett celebrate Evergreen’s march into the Leinster Senior Cup Final and Thomastown United Women’s brilliant Leinster victory. The lads also look ahead to the KCLR McCalmont Cup, where defending champions Bridge United will face a strong Thomastown United side in a mouth-watering clash.  Plus, a timely di...

In this week’s episode of the Kilkenny Soccer Podcast , Davy Doyle, Graham Doyle, John McClean, and Damian Raggett are back to run through all the latest results and preview the upcoming fixtures. The lads dig into the ongoing issue of walkovers—what’s causing them, and what can be done to fix it? With some massive games on the horizon, the panel also looks ahead to what could be a season-defining...

On this week’s Kilkenny Soccer Podcast , Davy Doyle is joined as always by Graham Doyle, John McClean, and Damian Raggett to chat through the latest results and look ahead to the weekend’s fixtures. The big talking point? Carlow vs Kilkenny—local bragging rights are on the line, and the lads break down what to expect. Plus, we take a step behind the mic as the hosts share a bit about their own bac...

This week on the KCLR  Kilkenny Soccer Podcast , Davy Doyle is joined by Graham Doyle, John McClean, and Damian Raggett, with special guest Leanne Delaney, coach at CK United. The lads go through all the latest results and upcoming fixtures, before diving into the growing costs associated with the Kennedy and Gaynor Cup competitions—can something be done to ease the pressure on clubs and parents?...

A look back on the weekend games and the alternative Osar Traynor squad.

Davy and Graham Doyle alongside John McClean and Damian Raggett are back for another jam-packed episode of the Kilkenny Soccer Podcast ! This week, the lads break down all the latest results from the local leagues, take a look at the top scorers making waves, and discuss upcoming coaching courses—why they’re important and how they can benefit the game at every level.  All that and plenty more loca...

All the latest from Kilkenny Soccer as the lads celebrate their 50th episode.

Davy Doyle is joined by Graham Doyle and Damian Raggett to break down all the big results from the local leagues. The lads dive into the latest action in senior football, discussing standout performances and key talking points.  Plus, they tackle some of the biggest complaints around the game. All that and plenty more Kilkenny football chat—tune in now! 

Davy Doyle is back in the hot seat, and this time, he’s joined by his brother Graham, along with John McClean and Damian Raggett, for another packed episode of the Kilkenny Soccer Podcast . The lads break down all the weekend’s results, analyzing the big wins, tough losses, and standout performances. They also dive into the challenges of being a referee in the local game. Plus, with the season hea...

On this episode of the Kilkenny Soccer Podcast, Davy Doyle is joined by his coaching department—John McClean, Graham Doyle, and Damian Raggett—for an in-depth discussion on all things local football. The lads break down Kilkenny’s Oscar Traynor loss, reflecting on what went wrong and where improvements can be made. They also tackle the ever-hot topic of refereeing. With teams across the region sta...

Join Damian Raggett, John McClean, and Graham Doyle for another action-packed episode of the Kilkenny Soccer Podcast! This week, the lads break down the latest weekend results and preview the upcoming fixtures across the local leagues. They also take a deep dive into the much-anticipated Oscar Traynor game, discussing the squad, expectations, and what’s at stake. Plus, in a special segment, the te...

John McClean and Damian Raggett are joined by special guest Graham Doyle, who shares his Best XI from his playing days. The lads also break down the latest KCLR McCalmont Cup results, where both Evergreen and Freebooters suffered shock eliminations.  Plus, a huge moment for Presentation Secondary School, Kilkenny, as they claim the FAI Schools Senior Girls National Cup! All that and more on this w...

The draw and analysis of the KCLR McCalmont Cup round of 16 draw.

In this episode, Damian Ragget, Davy Doyle, and John McClean are joined by two special guests from Fort Rangers – Emmet Nugent and Jim Nugent.   Jim’s incredible playing career takes center stage as he shares his journey through decades of local football, highlighting key moments and the evolution of the sport in Kilkenny.  We also dive into the history and future of Fort Rangers as Emmet and Jim...

On this episode of The Kilkenny Soccer Podcast , hosted by Damian Raggett, we welcome two special guests with incredible stories to tell. Darren Doyle shares his inspiring journey as a coach and representative of the Irish Cerebral Palsy team, offering insights into his experiences on and off the pitch. Meanwhile, Graham Doyle’s legacy in Kilkenny football is unmatched—having won silverware with F...

Join Davy Doyle, John Maclean, and Damian Raggett for the latest episode of the Kilkenny Soccer Podcast ! This week, the lads tackle listener questions, dive into Kilkenny's Oscar Traynor Cup campaign, and celebrate recent school soccer successes in the Leinster competitions. From local match insights to standout performances, there's plenty of action and analysis to keep Kilkenny soccer fans in t...

All the latest in Kilkenny Soccer.

The KCLR McCalmont Cup draw and all the latest in Kilkenny soccer with Day, Johnny and Damien.

The draw for the McCalmot Cup was made on Sunday January 5th, we brought news of the draw on KCLR Sport Sunday with Kilkenny Soccer Podcast host Davy Doyle on for analysis. 

In the final episode of 2024, Davy Doyle, Damian Raggett, and John McClean sit down with River Rangers to reflect on the emotional toll the club has endured following last year’s tragedy. The lads also take a closer look at the performance of the KDL committee, discussing its progress and areas for improvement. Additionally, they address the much-talked-about delay in the Oscar Traynor competition...