Harvey Mangan

  • Harvey Mangan

  • Career
    Clubs

    Killorglin A.F.C,

    Kerry F.C.
  • Position
    Goalkeeper
  • Years at Killorglin
    2019-2024

Killorglin A.F.C Memories

Q
Looking back, what are your favourite memories wearing the Killorglin AFC jersey?
A
Either our Youths National Cup run or winning the u17 League Cup .
Q
Is there one match that you will never forget? Why?
A
St. Kevin’s Boys at home in the National Cup. Lots of excitement leading up to it and a relatively big support at the game.
Q
What was your proudest moment/performance at Killorglin AFC?
A
Proudest moment is probably playing my first game for the men’s team at 16. Proudest performance I think would be Youths National Cup away to Bridge Utd in Kilkenny… lots of saves and cross takes on a very muddy day… lots of fun!

Academy Journey

Q
What are your earliest memories of football with the club?
A
Winning the League with the u14 C team!
Q
What was your favourite part of academy football?
A
Having fun with my mates while constantly getting better at the same time.
Q
Who were some of your closest teammates growing up?
A
Ryan Carey, Michael Roche, Adam Clifford, Kuba Ciesla.
Q
What lessons did academy football teach you?
A
Losses are just as, if not more important, than wins when it comes to developing… Learning to handle the ups and downs is very important in football!

Coaches & Mentors

Q
Is there any advice from a coach that you still think about today?
A
The first pass you see is almost always the right one. Trust yourself!

Fun Facts & Quick Fire

Q
Favourite football player of all time?
A
David De Gea.
Q
Favourite current player?
A
Jordan Pickford.
Q
Favourite football team outside of Ireland?
A
Manchester United.
Q
Favourite position to play?
A
Goalkeeper!
Q
Left foot or right foot?
A
Right.
Q
Pre-match song or artist?
A
All These Things I’ve Done - The Killers.

Off the Pitch

Q
Favourite food?
A
Cantonese duck and noodles from the Chinese!
Q
Favourite Drink?
A
Coke Zero.
Q
Favourite movie?
A
Dead Poets Society.
Q
Favourite TV series?
A
Tires.
Q
Dream holiday destination?
A
I’d love a golf trip to somewhere like Pinehurst!.
Q
Hidden talent that people might not know about?
A
I can play guitar!
Q
Favourite school subject?
A
Biology!

This or That

Q
Messi or Ronaldo?
A
Messi.
Q
Premier League or Champions League?
A
Premier League.
Q
Score a winning goal or make a goal-saving tackle?
A
Make a goal-saving tackle.
Q
Training session or match day?
A
Match day.
Q
Boots: Classic Black or Bright Colours?
A
Bright Colours

Final Reflection

Q
If you could speak to your younger self on the first day at Killorglin AFC, what would you say?
A
Keep working hard and trust in your ability… make sure to enjoy the process!
Q
In one word, describe your football journey.
A
Fulfilling.
Q
What is your favourite phrase or saying?
A
“I just never thought I couldn’t” - Lightning McQueen!