Anto Donnelly has been elected President of Boxing Ireland for a second consecutive term. Results of elections to Central Council and of Member Directors were declared at Boxing Ireland’s 2026 AGM. 241 clubs registered their preference, a turn-out of c. 71% of all affiliated clubs. One vote was accounted as spoilled. Paddy Barnes Snr. and … Read more
A superb opening day for Team Ireland at the European U17 Championships in Budva, Montenegro, with a 100% win record. Paddy Nevin has opened Team Ireland’s account in style. He boxed his 70kg Last 32 contest against Slovenia’s Aleks Vas and dominated throughout, forcing counts. Judges scored the bout 26:30; 26:30: 27:29; 26:30; 25:30, reflecting … Read more
The draw has taken place for the 2026 European U17 Championships, ahead of the beginning tomorrow of boxing in Budva, Montenegro. The 18 strong team includes 2025 European U17 medalist, Pat Stokes of Mullingar Shuffler, and last year’s European U15 medalists Thomas O’Reilly, Portlaoise and Ronan Charles, Mullingar Elite BC, alongside 15 national champions – … Read more
Boxing Ireland is honoured to announce the appointment of John Farrelly as Independent Chair of the Board of Directors of Ireland’s most successful Olympic sport. John is the Chief Executive of the Mental Health Commission and previously served as Ireland’s Charities Regulator. John is recognised as an expert in governance and management and has introduced … Read more
The first in a series of October test matches takes place at the National Stadium this Saturday. The series, in addition to High Performance training blocks, is a key part of preparation for the team to contest the European U23 Championships, taking place in Porec, Croatia, from November 14th to 25th. Saturday’s 17 test matches, … Read more
A packed edition of The Round-Up has hit inboxes, bringing subscribers all of the latest boxing news. Catch up on Team Ireland’s European Elites campaign, bringin home two gold, two bronze and superb performances. Read about a bumper benchmark October, with teams conesting at World and European level this month. Today is the final day … Read more
There are 24 hours remaining in which clubs may register to attend the Irish Athletic Boxing Association t/a Boxing Ireland AGM taking place at 2:30pm or shortly thereafter at the Glenroyal Hotel Maynooth Co. Kildare. The notice was issued on September 11th and is availble here Please find HERE the Annual Report and Financial Statements … Read more
Boxing Ireland is seeking applications for Boxing Development Officer roles in Dublin City, delivered in partnership with and part-funded by Dublin City Council. These roles will coordinate and deliver boxing participation and community development programmes across Dublin City, creating accessible opportunities for children, young people and adults. Working closely with Dublin City Council, affiliated clubs, … Read more
The Texaco Support for Sport funding initiative, which, to date has seen over €600,000 distributed to more than 125 sports clubs across Ireland, has been launched for the sixth year. A fund of €130,000 will be distributed to twenty-six sports clubs on a county-by-county basis, with successful applicants receiving €5,000 in each case. Application Following … Read more
There are 48 hours remaining in which clubs may register to attend the Irish Athletic Boxing Association t/a Boxing Ireland AGM taking place at 2:30pm or shortly thereafter at the Glenroyal Hotel Maynooth Co. Kildare. The notice was issued on September 11th and is availble here Please find HERE the Annual Report and Financial Statements … Read more