The draws, dates and fixtures have been made for the Kerry Petroleum Premier Junior and Junior club championship semi-finals, promising a thrilling weekend of action as teams vie for a spot in the final. All four games will take place this Sunday afternoon across three venues.

In the Premier Junior Championship, last year's runners-up and this year's favorites, Ballymacelligott, are set to face an up-and-coming Firies side in a potentially cracking game of football. The clash will take place as the curtain raiser for the Intermediate Club Final, with a throw-in time of 12:45 PM in Fitzgerald Stadium, setting the stage for a day of thrilling football action.

Meanwhile, St Senan's, impressive winners away to Keel on Saturday evening, will face a fancied Ardfert side in the other Premier Junior semi-final. This contest will take place in Austin Stack Park, with a throw-in time of 3:00 PM.

The Junior Championship semi-finals also promise exciting matchups. Favorites Cordal, big winners over Tarbert in the group phase this year, are due to face last year's runners-up Tarbert in a repeat of their 2022 semi-final meeting. The game will start at 12:45 PM in Austin Stack Park, following the earlier Premier Junior semi-final.

The final Junior semi-final pairing sees a North Kerry derby between neighbours Duagh and Knocknagoshel, scheduled for a 2:00 PM throw-in at Páirc na Féile in Brosna.

The Showdowns

The Kerry County Board has confirmed that all four games will go ahead next Sunday, September 8, joining the Intermediate Club Final between Austin Stacks and Laune Rangers, making for a truly hectic afternoon for football in the Kingdom.

The clash between Ballymac and Firies is one to watch, given Ballymac's status as favorites and Firies' up-and-coming status. Both sides are known for their attacking flair and will likely be looking to create a fast-paced, exciting game.

The other Premier Junior semi-final, between St Senans and Ardfert, is sure to be a tight affair, with both teams boasting strong squads and experienced players.

Underdog Tales and Local Rivalries

The Junior Championship semi-finals offer a blend of underdog tales and local rivalries. The clash between Cordal and Tarbert, a repeat of last year's semi-final, is sure to be a fiercely contested affair. Cordal will be hoping to maintain their dominance from the group stages, while Tarbert will be looking to avenge their earlier defeat and prove that they can go toe-to-toe with the favorites.

The North Kerry derby between Duagh and Knocknagoshel is another game that is sure to capture the imagination of local supporters. Both teams know each other's strengths and weaknesses well, and the rivalry will be palpable on the pitch. This match is likely to be a tight, hard-fought encounter that could go down to the wire.

A Day for the Football Faithful

With a full slate of games, including the Intermediate Club Final between Austin Stacks and Laune Rangers, this Sunday promises to be a day of exhilarating football for Kerry fans. The championship semi-finals are sure to be action-packed affairs, showcasing the best of Kerry football at the club level. So, mark your calendars and get ready for a thrilling weekend of GAA action in the Kingdom.

A Day for the Football Faithful: Recap

The Kerry Petroleum Premier Junior and Junior club championship semi-finals are set for a thrilling weekend of action, with big names and local derbies in the spotlight. Sunday, September 8, will see the following games take place:

• County IFC Final: Austin Stacks v Laune Rangers, Fitzgerald Stadium, 3:00 PM

• County Premier JFC Semi-finals:

  • Ballymacelligott v Firies, Fitzgerald Stadium, 12:45 PM
  • St Senans v Ardfert, Austin Stack Park, 3:00 PM

• County JFC Semi-finals:

  • Cordal v Tarbert, Austin Stack Park, 12:45 PM
  • Duagh v Knocknagoshel, Páirc na Féile, Brosna, 2:00 PM

Be sure to tune in for this exciting weekend of GAA action and witness the best of Kerry football at the club level.