Meath duo retire from inter-county camogie

Meath's Emily Kelly and Aoife Maguire

Meath’s Emily Kelly and Aoife Maguire have announced their retirement from the inter-county camogie scene.

Both players have been an integral part of Meath teams for many years. 

The veterans were on board as Meath claimed All Ireland junior honours in 2012 and the All Ireland Intermediate title in 2017.

Meath’s run in the 2020 All Ireland Intermediate championship was brought to a halt by Down at the semi final stage but Maguire finished the season in style when picking up the Player of the Match Award and helping her club Killyon to the county intermediate title. She also led the Royals to the Division 2 camogie league title in 2016.

Emily Kelly (nee Mangan) has been the Meath keeper for over 12 years and has saved the Royals on many occasions. Her performance in the 2012 All Ireland decider was outstanding and the Blackhall Gaels No.1 picked up a camogie All Star (Soaring Star) in 2017.

Emily took to Facebook to announce her retirement

We did it all! The sky is the limit for Meath Camogie and I loved every minute of having the honor to wear the green and gold over the years. Thank you to everyone who helped us along the way and the buddies I have met through Camogie will last a lifetime. Now its time for the next chapter and Baby Kelly (lets hope its a girl so she can take over in the goals!) Forever a supporter of the best group of girls and team.

Blackhall Gaels paid tribute to Emily

Big news for the start of the year! Our very own Emily Kelly announced her retirement from Intercounty Camogie. Emily has been an integral part of the Meath team for many years and has seen the county go from strength to strength. While Emily will be missed on the county pitch (and the club one with her other announcement) we're confident she'll not stray too far! Congratulations Emily, and thanks for the memories!