Shelbourne sign Mayo midfielder Kate O'Dowd

MAYO footballer Kate O'Dowd has signed for Shelbourne FC.

The midfielder started her playing career at underage level with Kiltimagh Knock United and joins Shels from Peamount United.

The Republic of Ireland international (18) is currently studying at DCU.

Among her underage caps, Kate was part of the Republic of Ireland Under 15 schools team that captured the Bob Docherty Trophy in Belfast.

Announcing the signing on the club website, Shelbourne FC women’s first team manager Noel King said: “Kate is a midfielder with a lot of potential. She’s extremely hard working, focused and is targeting getting into the first team here at Shels. We’re looking forward to having her here at Tolka.”