FORMER LOUTH FOOTBALLER Ciaran Byrne has kicked off his career with AFL club Cartlon thousands of miles away from Melbourne.
The 19-year-old, who agreed to swap Gaelic football for a move Down Under after signing a two-year deal back in August, recently linked up with his new side for their pre-season training camp in Arizona.
On top of training in the snow, it involved a two-day hike and Byrne told the club’s website that he has been getting to know coach Mick Malthouse and his team-mates.
“Mick has been very good, as it’s really only the third time I’ve met him,” Byrne said.
“He’s a real family man and if you’re struggling he’s a good man to talk to because he really helps you out.”
“I’ve been rooming with Slug, well Davey Ellard that is, and Nickey Graham,” Byrne said. “They’re two weirdos – but it’s been pretty good just to get to know them better as well.”
