Hugo Moriarty

  • Hugo Moriarty

  • Career
    Clubs

    Killorglin A.F.C,

    Kerry F.C.
  • Position
    Defender / Midfielder
  • Years at Killorglin
    2019-2026

Killorglin A.F.C Memories

Q
Looking back, what are your favourite memories wearing the Killorglin AFC jersey?
A
Trip to Limerick with the under 12s in 2024.
Q
Is there one match that you will never forget? Why?
A
Beating Camp 3-2 this year. It was so close until the final whistle.
Q
What was your proudest moment/performance at Killorglin AFC?
A
Being captain for the National Cup in 2025-26.

Academy Journey

Q
What are your earliest memories of football with the club?
A
Saturday mornings in under 6s.
Q
What was your favourite part of academy football?
A
Having fun with all my teammates.
Q
Who were some of your closest teammates growing up?
A
I'd say basically everybody in our 2013 team.
Q
What lessons did academy football teach you?
A
It's not all about winning.

Coaches & Mentors

Q
Is there any advice from a coach that you still think about today?
A
Always do your best for the team.

Fun Facts & Quick Fire

Q
Favourite football player of all time?
A
Messi or Ronaldo.
Q
Favourite current player?
A
Declan Rice.
Q
Favourite football team outside of Ireland?
A
Arsenal.
Q
Favourite position to play?
A
Left back or centre mid.
Q
Left foot or right foot?
A
Left foot.
Q
Pre-match song or artist?
A
Just a chill playlist.

Off the Pitch

Q
Favourite food?
A
Pizza.
Q
Favourite Drink?
A
Water.
Q
Favourite movie?
A
Spider-Man.
Q
Favourite TV series?
A
Family Guy.
Q
Dream holiday destination?
A
Australia.
Q
Hidden talent that people might not know about?
A
Not sure.
Q
Favourite school subject?
A
History or Geography .

This or That

Q
Messi or Ronaldo?
A
Ronaldo.
Q
Premier League or Champions League?
A
Champions League.
Q
Score a winning goal or make a goal-saving tackle?
A
Score a winning goal.
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
Always keep going and never give up.
Q
In one word, describe your football journey.
A
Eventful.
Q
What is your favourite phrase or saying?
A
Leave the football before the football leaves you.