Noah Russell

  • Noah Russell

  • Career
    Clubs

    Killorglin A.F.C,

    Kerry F.C.
  • Position
    Forward
  • Years at Killorglin
    2016-2024

Killorglin A.F.C Memories

Q
Looking back, what are your favourite memories wearing the Killorglin AFC jersey?
A
When we won the treble in the u13s.
Q
Is there one match that you will never forget? Why?
A
When I played Salthill in the National Cup, because we won the game 3-2. I got 2 goals and I assisted the last goal in the last minutes to get us into the last 16 of the National Cup.
Q
What was your proudest moment/performance at Killorglin AFC?
A
When I got the top goalscorer for Killorglin’s season.

Academy Journey

Q
What are your earliest memories of football with the club?
A
Playing in the academy.
Q
What was your favourite part of academy football?
A
Learning new skills and playing with my friends.
Q
Who were some of your closest teammates growing up?
A
Cian O’ Sullivan and Robbie Conway.
Q
What lessons did academy football teach you?
A
Do the simple things right and work hard.

Coaches & Mentors

Q
Is there any advice from a coach that you still think about today?
A
If you can still talk then you’re not working hard enough and run like you’re late for dinner.

Fun Facts & Quick Fire

Q
Favourite football player of all time?
A
Darwin Nunez.
Q
Favourite current player?
A
Leo Messi.
Q
Favourite football team outside of Ireland?
A
Liverpool.
Q
Favourite position to play?
A
Striker.
Q
Left foot or right foot?
A
Not too fussy.
Q
Pre-match song or artist?
A
Headlines by Drake.

Off the Pitch

Q
Favourite food?
A
Chicken wings.
Q
Favourite Drink?
A
7up.
Q
Favourite movie?
A
Ted 1 & 2.
Q
Favourite TV series?
A
Prison Break.
Q
Dream holiday destination?
A
Australia.
Q
Hidden talent that people might not know about?
A
I’m handy at the darts and PlayStation.
Q
Favourite school subject?
A
Maths.

This or That

Q
Messi or Ronaldo?
A
Messi.
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
Enjoy it, but get stuck in.
Q
In one word, describe your football journey.
A
Unexpected.
Q
What is your favourite phrase or saying?
A
Hard work beats talent.