Tributes have poured in for a “witty and smart” teenage student in Kerry following their tragic passing. Luke Silles, a sixth-year student at CBS The Green in Tralee, was injured during a day out with friends at Fenit Pier in Kerry last weekend. The 18-year-old was rushed to University Hospital Kerry where he remained in critical condition, CorkBeo reports. Luke sadly passed away on Friday. The young man's passing has led to an outpouring of support from his local community, with his home club Ballymacelligott GAA leading the tributes. A spokesperson for the club hailed Luke as a 'witty and roguish' young man, while his teachers at CBS Tralee praised his kind nature and good humour. The spokesperson for Ballymacelligott GAA said: "The sun set in a black cloud last evening as our community mourned the loss of our beloved Luke Silles. Luke was sporting, witty, smart and roguish. He was called early by our creator at just 18 years of age. "His family and our club have been denied a great man. Rest in peace Luke, go marfaidh tú I measc na naomh." Heartbroken teachers and students gathered at CBS The Green to mourn Luke's passing, with members of the National Educational Psychological Service being sent to the school to offer support to the students. In a statement issued this afternoon, a spokesperson for the school said: "Today CBS The Green and the surrounding community are coming to terms with the passing of our student Luke Silles. “Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his parents, Tony and Paula, his brother and sister, Oran and Aimee, his extended family and large circle of friends. No words can capture our sense of loss and pain at this time. Our hearts are broken," they told Radio Kerry. "Luke was a very popular student at The Green and was highly regarded by both staff and students. He was kind, gentle, thoughtful, good-humoured, cared deeply for all and engaged positively with everyone. He had a kind word and a smile for all he met. "He loved sport and representing our school. He played football for The Green and was part of the team that won the Br. Taft competition in 2022. In the same year, he was part of the soccer team that won the U-15 Kingdom Cup. Luke was preparing for his Leaving Certificate examination alongside his classmates and always showed gratitude for the guidance given. "Luke Silles encapsulated the spirit of The Green. The loss of Luke is deeply felt by all who knew him, but he will be remembered for the light he brought to our lives." Young Luke is survived by his loving parents, Tony and Paula, his siblings, Oran and Aimee, as well as a huge circle of friends and extended family. His funeral details will be announced in due course. May he rest in peace. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.