Róisín Henken

  • Róisín Henken

  • Career
    Clubs

    Killorglin A.F.C,

    Kerry F.C.
  • Position
    Goalkeeper
  • Years at Killorglin
    2019-2026

Killorglin A.F.C Memories

Q
Looking back, what are your favourite memories wearing the Killorglin AFC jersey?
A
Winning the shield in u12s.
Q
Is there one match that you will never forget? Why?
A
When we got knocked out in penalties in Kerry League u15 Cup.
Q
What was your proudest moment/performance at Killorglin AFC?
A
Player of the match in the final in u12s.

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
Seeing more and more girls start to join.
Q
Who were some of your closest teammates growing up?
A
Mia Foley, Katie Foley.
Q
What lessons did academy football teach you?
A
How to play well as a team.

Coaches & Mentors

Q
Is there any advice from a coach that you still think about today?
A
You can't be perfect every game to get better you have to learn from your mistakes .

Fun Facts & Quick Fire

Q
Favourite football player of all time?
A
Toni Kroos.
Q
Favourite current player?
A
Szczęsny.
Q
Favourite football team outside of Ireland?
A
Werder Bremen.
Q
Favourite position to play?
A
Right wing.
Q
Left foot or right foot?
A
Right.

Off the Pitch

Q
Favourite food?
A
Pizza.
Q
Favourite Drink?
A
Water.
Q
Favourite TV series?
A
Friends.
Q
Dream holiday destination?
A
Greek islands.
Q
Favourite school subject?
A
P.E.

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
Training session.
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
Don't quit.
Q
In one word, describe your football journey.
A
Eventful.
Q
What is your favourite phrase or saying?
A
If something happens, it happens for a reason.