Gavin White on the Kerry captaincy, kick-out injuries and that Errigal Ciarán free

The Dr Crokes man heard all the noise about his pivotal moment in the All-Ireland Club semi-final. How could he not?

ARMS RACE: Kerry captain Gavin White poses for a portrait at the launch of the Munster GAA Senior Hurling and Football Championship 2025 at Muckross House in Killarney, Kerry. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Gavin White heard the noise. How could he not? His club, Dr Crokes, lost out in a thriller against Errigal Ciarán after extra-time. In a manic contest, he was at the centre of one dramatic twist.

Think back on it now. So many had a view. He has thought about that much-discussed free more than anyone. A quick recap: The Kerry kingpins led by a point in the final minute of additional time. White was fouled deep inside his own half. There was a pause for a substitution; Errigal Ciarán marked up, White couldn’t find an option, so booted it long. They lost the ball, conceded a point and the All-Ireland club semi-final headed into extra-time.