Byrne, Gareth Goalkeeper
Kildare County Apps: 16; Clean Sheets: 5. Won the league championship under Brian Kerr at St Patrick's Athletic in 1995, also appearing in the FAI Cup Final that year. Made a big difference when he overcame an early season injury and a played a major part in Kildare's late push for promotion.

Tadhg Murphy Goalkeeper
Kildare County Apps: 9; Sub appearances: 1; Clean Sheets: 4. A native of Portlaoise, Tadhg proved himself to be a very capable goalkeeper when standing in for the injured Gareth Byrne at the start of the season. A former schools international.

Brennan, Damien Defender 30-8-80.
Kildare County Apps: 29; Sub Apps: 0; Goals: 1. One of the best right fulls in the division. Probably Kildare's most consistent player during Kildare's first season. As solid in defence as he is exciting in attack. Spent three years in England with Huddersfield and was also capped for Ireland at underage level.

Dykes, Gavin Centre-back 2-10-67.
Kildare County Apps: 18; Sub Apps: 0; Goals: 0. One of the best League of Ireland defenders of the past decade. Played under Dermot Keely at his hometown club Sligo Rovers and won the FAI Cup there in 1994. Won the Championship with Derry City in 1997 and starred for Finn Harps in the 1999 FAI Cup Final. Was also player-manager with Finn Harps for a spell. Named Kildare County's first ever captain. He was inspirational in Kildare's early games before a back injury ended his season prematutely. Was the first ever winner of the supporters club player of the month award.

Griffin, Derek Defender 25/8/81.
Kildare County Apps: 17; Sub appearances: 3; Goals: 0. Spent a season on loan with the Thoroughbreds from Shelbourne. Made the central defensive position beside Ben Whelehan his own following Gavin Dykes' injury.

O'Callaghan, James Left back 13-4-73.
Kildare County Apps: 29. Sub Apps: 0; Goals 0. Very experienced player who has played Eircom League football for the likes of Shelbourne, Longford and Monaghan. Like Brennan on the opposite side he loves to get forward and join the attack.

Whelehan, Ben Defender
Kildare County Apps: 26; Sub Apps: 0; Goals: 3. Physically impressive player who became Kildare's captain following Gavin Dykes' injury. His strength and committed performances have seen become a big favourite amongst the Kildare supporters

Webb, Marc Defender
Kildare County Apps: 0; Sub Apps: 1; Goals: 0. Young player who can operate at either left side of defence or left side of midfield. Brother of Bohemians left back, Simon.

Keely, Alan Defender
Kildare County Apps: 0; Sub Apps: 0; Goals: 0.Son of Kildare manger, Dermot. Signed just two days after the end of the season 02/03. Returning to Ireland after a year of playing college football with UC Santa Barbara where he was voted "Freshman of the year". Previously Eircom League experience with Shelbourne.

Kelly, Alan Winger
Kildare County Apps: 22; Sub Apps: 4; Goals: 3. Signed from Leinster Junior League side Newbridge Town. A native of Carlow, his skill and pace on the ball have been one of the main features of Kildare's ploay during their first season.

Scully, Ray Midfield
Kildare County Apps: 18; Sub Apps: 4; Goals: 3. One of the surprises of the season for the Kildare side. Originally signed for the under 21 side he quickly became a regular in Dermot Keely's side. Developed a handy knack of scoring vital goals, indeed his three goals for Kildare were all winners.

O'Connor, Cathal Midfielder 24-6-80.
Kildare County Apps: 27; Sub Apps: 2; Goals: 4. Very skilful midfield player with excellent vision. Loves to get forward and has an excellent shot.

Rogers, Peter Midfielder 5-12-80.
Kildare County Apps: 11; Sub Apps: 1; Goals: 0. Another very skilful midfield player. Played out the season while awaiting a hernia operation, Kildare supporters will look forward to seeing him at his best next season. Spent three years in England with Tranmere Rovers and was also capped at underage level.

Zeller, Shay Winger/Striker 1-8-78.
Kildare County Apps: 26; Sub Apps: 1; Goals: 7. Extremely quick wide player who can also operate up front with equally good effect. Finished the season as Kildare's joint top scorer with John Ryan.

Byrne, Bryan Winger
Kildare County Apps: 2; Sub Apps: 5; Goals: 0. Lightening quick winger from Castledermot who can operate on either side. Promoted to the first team squad following some impressive performances for the under 21 side.Signed from KDFL side Castle Villa.

Gorman, Philip Striker
Kildare County Apps: 15; Sub Apps: 6; Goals: 6. The darling of the Kildare supporters as he was the local to become a regular in the side. Hails from Brownstown, he will always be remembered as man who scored Kildare's first ever competitve goal.

O'Connor, Keith Striker 1-12-77.
Kildare County Apps: 18; Sub Apps: 8; Goals: 4. Another striker with great pace, he also has a fantastic leap. His season was constantly interupted by injury, he only began to show his best form towards the end of the season.

Ryan, John Striker 27-2-68.
Kildare County Apps: 13; Sub Apps: 14; Goals: 7. Very experienced player, best known for scoring a hat trick in the 1990 FAI Cup final. Became something of a "supersub" towards the end of the season and certainly proved he has a lot to offer.

McCann, Michael Striker 12-5-80.
Kildare County Apps: 6; Sub Apps: 17; Goals: 1. His best moment in a Kildare jersey was undoubtably scoring a last minute winner in Finn Harps. He has previous Eircom League experience with Drogheda and Shelbourne. Has the skill and pace to trouble the best of defences.

Darker, Ken Striker
Kildare County Apps: 0; Sub Apps: 1; Goals: 0.Young striker promoted to first team squad from the under 21 squad. He has shown plenty of promise with the under 21's. Was picked for the Eircom League Under 21 squad during the season.

John Gill Assistant Manager
John was assistant to Billy Walsh at Kilkenny City when Dermot Keely invited him to join the Thoroughbreds coaching staff. A former Eircom League player with Home Farm and Monaghan United.

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