• Nominations open from 13^th November – 18^th December 2023
• Supported by the National Network of 29 Local Sports Partnerships
• To nominate volunteers visit www.volunteersinsport.ie
• #dedicatedtothededicated

Boxing clubs are being invited to nominate their members for the Federation of Irish Sport’s 2023 Volunteers in Sports Awards.

The accolades recognise the unsung heroes who breathe life into sports in every corner of the country. Supported by the National Network of 29 Local Sports Partnerships, these dedicated volunteers are the backbone of sporting communities, and it’s time to celebrate their unwavering commitment.

Nominations for the awards are now open, and you can submit your entries at the dedicated awards website, www.volunteersinsport.ie. Under the banner of #DedicatedToTheDedicated, these awards are more than just a ceremony; they are a celebration of the remarkable individuals who pour their hearts into sports in every county across Ireland.

The 2023 awards will culminate in a spectacular in-person awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on Thursday 29^th February 2024. Nominations opened today Monday, November 13th, and the window for entries will close on Monday December 18^th, 2023. The nominations received will be meticulously shortlisted and thoughtfully considered by our Judging Panel. This prestigious event will see 32 county awards presented, and one exceptional individual will be crowned with the coveted Outstanding Volunteer Award.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of sporting activities in clubs and communities nationwide. They generously invest their time, energy, and passion, dedicating themselves to the development of their chosen sport. Over 450,000 dedicated volunteers are needed on a weekly basis to fuel club activities. Their collective efforts translate into an astonishing estimated economic value of €1.5 billion, showcasing the immeasurable impact of their contributions. Without these volunteers, the very existence of sports clubs would hang in the balance.

There were two winners from Boxing in 2022 – Churchlands Golden Gloves BC’s Micky Fleming and Carmel O’Neill of Paulstown BC Kilkenny

Speaking at the launch Federation CEO Mary O’Connor commented;

“The Federation of Irish Sport is once again delighted to host these awards with the support of the National Network of 29 Local Sports Partnerships. The awards recognise dedicated club members and celebrate the impact they’re having not just to their sports club but to the wider community. Recognising our volunteers in sport is hugely important and acknowledging them in this way serves as an important reminder of the significant economic and social value of volunteering in Ireland. We want to ensure that volunteers in sport know their dedication doesn’t go unnoticed and inspire more volunteers in sport.”

The 2023 Volunteers in Sports Awards are more than just an event; they are a tribute to the unsung heroes who make sports happen in our communities. We encourage everyone to participate in this celebration by nominating the dedicated volunteers who deserve to be recognised for their exceptional contributions.

For more information and to submit your nominations, please visit www.volunteersinsport.ie

 

The IABA Ulster Branch has created this new post through external funding through the Rank Foundation’s Start Here Programme and are looking for a dynamic individual to join our

team as a Female Participation Coach to deliver high quality non-contact boxing sessions in schools and community settings for women and girls in various locations across Northern Ireland

A key focus of this role is the creation of transition pathways for women and girls, linking schools, community settings and boxing clubs. This pathway has two goals: to increase the

number of women and girls taking part in boxing and increase the number of female members in local boxing clubs. The postholder will work with boxing clubs and boards across Ulster to organise and deliver activities such as ‘Try It’ for women and girls International Women’s Week.

The successful candidate w be highly organised with the ability to multi-task and manage their time in the most efficient way possible. They will also have a high level of verbal and written communication skills. This post is an initial Fixed Term Contract up to October 2025, with the possibility of extension, subject to continuation of funding.

To Apply

To apply please send your CV and a Cover Letter to HR@iaba.ie.

The closing date is 1pm 26^th November 2023.

The IABA is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Role Description:

The draws have taken place for the World Junior Championships, being held in Yerevan, Armenia.

345 boxers are contesting the competition, of whom 11 are representing Team Ireland. Today’s draw has created the first Irish medalist of the tournament, in 63Kg Siofra Lawless of Four Kings BC. She will come home with at least a bronze medal.

Draws

Men’s and Women’s draws, in all weight categories, are available here:

Boxing2023 – IBA Junior World Boxing Championships Draw Sheets

Watch Live: Opening Ceremony

 

Day One

Three Team Ireland boxers are in action on Day One. 52Kg Christian Doyle contests against  Surendrasingh Sahil Broad of India in Ring B’s Bout 5.

57Kg Patrick Kelly  opens his tournament in Ring A’s Bout 8, against Mexico’s Edgar Cornejo Pinacho. In the same Ring, 6 bouts later, 63Kg John Donoghue Olympic contests against Amirmohamma Rostampour of Iran

Programme: Boxing2023 – IBA Junior World Boxing Championships Day1 Schedule

Day One, Ring A:

Day One, Ring B

Team Ireland

48Kg Lauren Crinnion, Fr Horgan’s

52Kg Grace Conway, Treadagh BC

54Kg Tegan Farrelly, Dunboyne BC

60Kg Robyn Wolverson, Docklands BC

63Kg Siofra Lawless, Four Kings BC

70Kg Mary McDonagh, Sliabh Luachra BC

48Kg Aaron Keogh, Drimnagh BC

52Kg Christian Doyle, Team Doyle BC

57Kg Patrick Kelly, Kilmyshall BC

63Kg John Donoghue Olympic, Mullingar BC

70Kg Alex Noonan Carmody, Riverstown BC

Team Manager

Anna Moore

Coaches

Brian Barry

Garry Kehoe

Amanda Spencer

 

11 Team Ireland boxers have departed today for the  IBA World Junior Championships in Yerevan, Armenia

The last World Junior events were held in 2015 – the men’s tournament was in St Petersburg, Russia, and the women’s was in Chinese Taipei.

The last time Team Ireland contested in the Armenian capital was at the 2022 Men’s European Championships – Gabriel Dossen came home with middleweight gold, and Dylan Eagleson claimed bantamweight silver.

The World Championships will take place from November 22nd to December 4th, and boxing begins on Friday.

The opening ceremony will take place on Thursday, and you can watch live here:

 

The tournament will be live-streamed by the IBA on its YouTube channel – links, per ring and session, will become available on the relevant day of boxing.

Team Ireland

48Kg Lauren Crinnion, Fr Horgan’s

52Kg Grace Conway, Treadagh BC

54Kg Tegan Farrelly, Dunboyne BC

60Kg Robyn Wolverson, Docklands BC

63Kg Siofra Lawless, Four Kings BC

70Kg Mary McDonagh, Sliabh Luachra BC

48Kg Aaron Keogh, Drimnagh BC

52Kg Christian Doyle, Team Doyle BC

57Kg Patrick Kelly, Kilmyshall BC

63Kg John Donoghue Olympic, Mullingar BC

70Kg Alex Noonan Carmody, Riverstown BC

Team Manager

Anna Moore

Coaches

Brian Barry

Garry Kehoe

Amanda Spencer

 

Work is beginning on revising the rules which govern boxing and the governance structure of the IABA. This includes review of the IABA’s Rulebook. The existing rulebook, adopted in 2019, is below and is also published here.

The members of the Rules Committee undertaking this work are:

• Art O’Brien
• Fiona Hennigan
• Tom Geraghty
• Stephen Connolly.

The committee is seeking submissions from clubs and members on any proposed changes or amendments to the existing rulebook – and these can be communicated to rules@iaba.ie.

Submissions are sought until December 21^st.

After this date, the rules@iaba.ie address will remain open for general queries and comments on all rules related matters.

IABA Rulebook – 2019

IABA-Rulebook-2019