Clarke Misses Out - Ipswich Town News
Town striker Billy Clarke missed out on the U19 award at the 17th Eircom/FAI International Awards in Dublin on Sunday night. The 19-year-old was beaten to the title by former Blues trialist John Paul Kelly, who is currently with Irish side Bohemians.
Clarke and Celtic defender Darren O'Dea were nominated but beaten by Kelly, who starred in the Republic of Ireland's UEFA U19 Championship qualifiers.
Town legend Sir Bobby Robson, currently a consultant to Irish coach Steve Staunton, was given an International Personality Award at the ceremony held at the Irish capital's Citywest Hotel.
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