Staying in education and playing League of Ireland underage is a solid path for young Cork soccer players

Cobh Ramblers' Darren Murphy gets away from Cork City's' Eoin Ross in an U17 league game at Bishopstown. Picture: Gavin Browne
Having also played domestically for both Ramblers and Cork City, Murphy in more recent times has been coaching in the Munster Senior League with Cobh Wanderers.

“Cobh Ramblers gave me that opportunity when I was a young player. So I just want to give back as much as I can now really to the lads.

“That is something we need to improve on as a whole in the country. But it is a good way to go. You can become a professional footballer on your own doorstep.”
