Kobe McDonald: 'I was very emotional, probably never cried as much in all my life'

The Mayo star said having his parents with him in Australia will make adjusting to life at AFL club St Kilda much easier

Kobe McDonald: "I’ve always dreamed of being a professional athlete, so when St Kilda gave me the opportunity, I could never say no, never turn it down." Pic: ©INPHO/James Crombie

Kobe McDonald said the last fortnight - which included winning Sam Maguire with Mayo and moving to Australia to join AFL club St Kilda - has been a "whirlwind." The 18-year-old, who has signed a three-year deal as a category B rookie with the Melbourne club, arrived Down Under over the weekend. 

"It’s been a long time at home, 75 years since we won it," said McDonald in an interview with St Kilda.