Kerry coffers hit as recession hurts fans

Kerry GAA finances were badly hit over the course of a “challenging year”, according to treasurer John Joe Carroll, with falling revenue and dramatic drop in crowds for county championship games.

In his report to Monday night’s convention, Carroll will tell delegates that income has decreased by 11%, while attendances in the county have plummeted by 22% on 2011 figures.

Carroll also believes live television coverage of the county football final may be a double-edged sword.