Hard to commit to series, says Kennelly

THE Irish recession has made it very difficult for GAA players to commit to the International Rules series, according to former Kerry footballer Tadhg Kennelly.

The 30-year-old former Sydney Swans AFL star, who linked up with the Ireland International Rules team in Australia, sympathises with the plight of GAA players who have to work to earn a living.

Kennelly believes the fear of losing their jobs is a valid reason for many GAA players to pass up the opportunity to travel to Australia to take part in the International Rules two-test series, which kicks off in Melbourne this Friday.