MIKE KERLEY has been appointed as the new manager of Athlone Town FC.

Goals from Stephen Place and Brian Cleary secured Athlone's passage through to the fourth round as Kildare slumped to a 15th straight defeat.

Athlone Town have recorded their best start to the season in 25 years, as they look to make it three wins on the bounce when they take on Limerick this Friday at Jackman Park.

Athlone Town FC has confirmed that former Irish Under 18 and Under 21 goalkeeper Alex O'Reilly has agreed terms with the club.

Athlone Town FC has slashed its admission prices for the coming season, in recognition of the difficult economic environment.

It will be a family affair at Athlone Town this season, after new manager Brendan Place made a last minute addition to the squad: his brother!

Stephen Place joins Athlone from Leinster Senior League side Glebe North, where he has been performing well.

Older brother Brendan feels that his younger brother can add something to the team: “He’s been doing well for Glebe north where he played as centre forward and is very strong in the air. He will give us options up front where we definitely need additions.