Feely began his career with Bohemians in 2010, signed by Pat Fenlon, however it was under Aaron Callaghan that he became a regular first-team member in 2012.

His performances attracted the attention of a number of overseas clubs, with both Peterborough United and Everton amongst his rumoured suitors.

[9] On 1 September 2015 his Newport contract was cancelled by mutual consent so that Feely could return to full-time education.

Feely now plays senior Gaelic football for Athy and the Kildare county team.

On 25 October 2017, Feely was named in the Ireland squad for the 2017 International Rules Series against Australia in November.