IABA is delighted to formally welcome Kristian Bunici to his role as Cork Boxing Development Officer.
Kristian boxed at St. Joseph’s/St. Ibar’s BC and Clonard BC, and competed at 71kg and 80kg. He began his coaching career in 2016 at GMIT – now ATU. He has a BA in Sport and Exercise Science and an MA in Human Movement Science with a specialisation in rehabilitation and health.
Kristian’s role, an IABA collaboration with Cork Sports Partnership, includes the delivery of all locally based school, community and club programmes in the Cork area. He will also facilitate training and capacity building within clubs and communities, thereby developing sustainable local leadership for boxing within communities in Cork.
Kristian’s role is of strategic importance to the IABA in achieving its strategic development programmes goals and enhancing existing professional structures.