Entries open: 2025 National Senior Cadet Championships.

Entries are now being accepted through club’s Blocworx portal to the 2025 National Senior Cadet Championships, for boxers born in 2009 & 2010.

Venue: National Stadium, Dublin.
Dates: May 9-11th, 16th – 18th, 23rd, 24th, 30th & 31st
Entries: A non–refundable entry fee of €20 applies, including in the event of a boxer withdrawal. Online entry, via the Blocworx portal, is open until 5pm sharp, on Friday, May 2nd. Entries will not be accepted without the payment of entry fees. All fees must be paid by 5pm on May 2nd. Only boxers for whom entries have been completed and entry fees have been received will be allowed to box. As the Cadet championships form a basis for team selection to international competition, please be aware that all entrants must hold a current up to date Irish passport, with at least 6 months remaining to expiry.
Affiliated clubs wishing to enter boxers into the championships must log- in to their Blocworx portal, using their unique username and password. Clubs who have not retained their username or password following the completion of their affiliation for the 2024/2025 season can contact IABA staff, Sally Ann Kinch sally@iaba.ie or Ciara Plunkett, ciara@iaba.ie

Draws: Tuesday, 6th May, 2pm. Only boxers entered through the Blocworx portal for whom fees are fully paid will be included in the draw.

Attention is drawn to the following IABA rule:
A club shall not include in its list of members the name of any person who is a member of any other club. Accordingly, any club making an entry to the Senior Cadet Championships affirms that the entrant is not a member of any other club, in any jurisdiction:

(Rule 4.3.3. IBA) Each National Federation is responsible for ensuring that its Boxers meet all the requirements of Rule 4 of these rules.

Sport Nationality Eligibility
4.3.3.1. Boxers must be of the same nationality as the National Federation which has registered them.
4.3.3.2. A Boxer who is a national of two or more countries at the same time may represent either one of them, as the Boxer may elect. However, after having represented one (1) country in an IBA-owned or IBA-sanctioned Competition, a Boxer may not represent another country unless he/she meets the conditions laid out in Rule 4 of these rules.


Weigh-in and Medical: Boxers will weigh only on the day they box. Boxing Record books to be presented by the boxer at their initial weigh-in.

Friday & Sunday: 8:00 to 9:00am & 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Saturday: 8:00 to 9:00am
Boxing: Times will be contingent on entries and shall be announced after the draw.
Duration: Duration of rounds: Men & Women 3 x 2 Minutes
Age Requirements: Boxers born in 2009 & 2010 inclusive.

Weights:
Men: 36kg, 39kg, 42kg, 44kg, 46kg, 48kg, 50kg, 52kg, 54kg, 57kg, 60kg, 63kg, 66kg, 70kg, 75kg, 80kg, 80+kg,
Women: 36kg, 39kg, 42kg, 44kg, 46kg, 48kg, 50kg, 52kg, 54kg, 57kg, 60kg, 63kg, 66kg, 70kg, 75kg, 80kg, 80+kg
N.B. It is a condition of entry that all boxers and their clubs have signed and submitted the Members Acknowledgement Form and it is the responsibility of the entering unit that this stipulation is complied with.

Anti-Doping: Boxers must provide details of any medication they are taking or have taken in the preceding 4 weeks. Anti-Doping may be carried out at any stage of the competition.
Attention is called to the stipulation in the IABA Rule book that each boxer presented by his/her club shall be fit to box. This is the responsibility of the club.


Coaches Must be Registered via email: secretary@iaba.ie
Only registered coaches will be allowed to enter the field of play and enter the changing rooms. Coach registration will be cross-checked against Qualifications and Garda Vetting/Access NI checks. Any registered coaches who do not have current Garda Vetting/Access NI checks will not be permitted to sit at corner and/or to enter the changing rooms. Fundamental coaches will be permitted to do No. 2.

Attire: Coaches must wear tracksuits and runners in their corners at all sessions and endeavour to set a high standard of hygiene. No Shorts, Caps or Hats are allowed. No international competition kits to be worn by any boxers; boxers may wear club kit, only.

A club shall not include in its list of members the name of any person who is a member of any other club.
Accordingly, clubs entered to the Championships affirms that the entrant is not a member of any other club, in any jurisdiction

As the Cadet championships form a basis for team selection to international competition, please be aware that all entrants must hold a current up to date Irish passport, with at least 6 months remaining to expiry.

  • Any misbehaviour or misuse of social media in a negative manner from members of any club relating to a boxer/coach/official will be referred to the IABA Discipline Officer under the IABA Complaints and Discipline Code, communicated to all clubs on May 17th 2024.
    Sportsmanship: All decisions must be accepted in a sporting manner. Any complaints must be addressed to the Chief Official, Mr. Stephen Connolly. Please show respect to all Ringside Officials

Competition Circular

High Performance Coaching Seminar: May

A High Performance Coaching seminar will take place on Saturday, May 24th.

It will follow the Ireland V Austria Elite International, taking place at the in The Westville Hotel, Enniskillen, BT74 6HR from 7pm on Friday, May 23rd.

The HP Seminar will focus on practical fundamental skills, and will be led by High Performance Head Coach, Zauri Antia, and HP Coaches.

Beginning at 10am, it will take place in Castlepark Leisure Centre, Lisnaskea, BT92 0JJ

This seminar follows on from 6 held in 2024 – in Belfast, Castlerea (2), Derry, Dublin and Mitchelstown.

Seminar Registration

The seminar is open to all registered members of successfully affiliated clubs.

Places are limited to 40.

Registration is available here: https://shout.com/s/ymT05WSz

Ireland V Austria Elite International

Ireland will take on Austria in a keynote Elite International in Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, in May.

This is the fourth international to take place to date in 2025, following the hosting by Central Council of 3 Youth internationals against Wales, and France/India, in March. These took place in Derry, at the National Stadium, and at Holy Family Boxing Club, Drogheda.

This May 23rd international will feature 10 bouts, and three supporting contests. It is being hosted by Erne Boxing Club, as part of a pilot project. Austria has named its team:

M57 Elite Michel Marinkovic

M60 Elite Erik Burushijan

M63.5 Elite Sewak Burushijan

M67 Elite Alfred Nana

M71 Elite Rahman Altamirov

M75 Elite Marcel Menil

M75 Elite Malik Kahngariev

M80 Elite  Lucky Aimufa

M86 Elite  Michael Derouchie

Team Ireland’s team will be named in due course.

Structure

This is a pilot project, and a collaboration between High Performance Unit and Central Council. The structure involves a club, county board or provincial unit, in this case Erne BC, hosting the International, and making provision for a High Performance Seminar the morning after the International.

The host unit makes all of the local arrangements, including transport, food, board and venue for the International and the HP seminar, and retains all revenue raised on the door, less any attendant expenses. This pilot structure has the capacity to enable the holding of more Internationals, across all age groups and throughout the Association – which will have the net effect of increasing development opportunities for boxers and the staging of high quality boxing events in areas other than Dublin.

Following review of this pilot structure, Central Council may elect to make host bidding available to all club, county board and provincial units, subject to certain criteria.

Tickets

Tickets are limited to 250 and available through Erne Boxing Club or The Westville Hotel, Enniskillen, BT74 6HR from Friday, April 25th. Please contact Greg Copeland on +44 7516 368421

Tickets are priced at £25 for adults & £15 for children aged under 16 . All IABA members get 20% discount price of £20 for adults & £10 for children under 16

Schedule

May 22nd: Team Austria arrives

May 23rd: Ireland v Austria Elite International: 7pm-11.30pm in The Westville Hotel, Enniskillen, BT74 6HR

May 24th: High Performance Coaching Seminar: From 10am, in Castlepark Leisure Centre, Lisnaskea, BT92 0JJ

May 24th: Sparring Session, 1pm-3pm at Erne Boxing Clubs, Lisnaskea

May 25th: Team Austria departs

Pre-Affiliation member management & practical Safeguarding workshops

In preparation for affiliation for the 2025/2026, IABA is hosting required club workshops. Representatives of county boards and provincial units are also welcome to attend.

Initially, 16 workshops will take place during weekday lunchtimes, weekday evenings and Saturday mornings. If more workshops are required, they will be provided.

The workshops will assist clubs in a number of ways:

  • Introducing your club to the upgrade which means your club’s coaching and non-coaching volunteer profiles now include their Garda Vetting/Access NI check information. This means every club can see at a glance when their members’ vetting will expire.
  • Signposting your club in reviewing your coach data, to ensure all coaches’ qualifications are present, and accurate
  • Signposting your club in ensuring all members, not just competitive boxers, are included in their portals so that they are insured.

There will also be advisories and guides on:

  • The Garda Vetting/AccessNI check processes
  • The practicalities of managing a Safeguarding concern at a club level – what to do if a concern is raised in your club.

Registration & Schedule

Registration for all workshops is available here:  https://shout.com/s/mcyuvW53 Your club’s workshop attendee will receive the access link on the day of the workshop they’ve booked in for.

Schedule:

Week One – April 22nd to 26thWeek Two – April 29th to May 3rd
DayTimeDayTime
Bank HolidayMonday Workshop 1Completed
Monday Workshop 27pm
Tuesday Workshop 1CompletedTuesday Workshop 11.15pm
Tuesday Workshop 2CompletedTuesday Workshop 27pm
Wednesday Workshop 1CompletedWednesday Workshop 11.15pm
Wednesday Workshop 2CompletedWednesday Workshop 27pm
Thursday Workshop 1CompletedThursday Workshop 11.15pm
Friday Workshop 1CompletedFriday Workshop 11.15pm
SaturdayCompletedSaturday10am
Total Workshops7Total Workshops9

FAQ

  • How long will the workshop take? Around 30 minutes
  • Who in my club should attend? The person who manages your club’s Blocworx portal. If the person who manages your club’s portal cannot attend, the club can nominate another member who commits to sharing all of the workshop information with the club’s Blocworx manager.
  • When will workshops start? Workshops will begin on Tuesday, April 22nd. It’s acknowledged that this is the week of the BG123s, and that around 50% of clubs are competing in those championships – however, 50% of clubs are not participating in championships, and will have some availability
  • When will they end? Workshops will continue to May 3rd
  • What if my club is not available for any of the 16 workshops available? If more workshops are needed, they will be provided.

Boxing will be a feature sport at the 2025 Disability Show.

IABA is delighted, for the first time, to be taking part as an exhibitor at the Disability Show.

The Disability Show is a free-to-attend event designed to inspire, inform, and empower individuals within the disability community. Whether you’re living with a disability, supporting a loved one, or seeking to enhance your understanding of disabilities and hidden disabilities, this event offers invaluable insights and opportunities.

The event is taking place at the Curragh Racecourse, Co. Kildare, on May 8th from 10am to 3.30pm. Free tickets can be reserved here

Key Themes:

  • Disabilities & Hidden Disabilities
  • Social Inclusion
  • Sport & Physical Activity
  • Entertainment
  • Education

Explore a diverse range of products, services, and educational resources tailored to support individuals with disabilities and their caregivers. The Disability Show is your gateway to discovering tools and opportunities that foster inclusion, empowerment, and community connection.

Event TimetableSpeakers and Seminars
10:00 AM – Welcome & Registration
Enjoy tea/coffee and explore our exhibition area.
Exhibitor stalls open for browsing.

10:45 AM – Opening Address
Jack Kavanagh (MC)

11:00 AM – Health & Innovation
Sandra Ferncombe – HSE
Introduction to the Health Passport App

11:15 AM
Minister Hildegarde Naughton

11:30 AM – Accessibility & Communication
Barry Reid – MAATS
Motoring & Accessibility Solutions

12:00 PM – Disability & Language: Why Words Matter
Avril Greham

12:30 PM – Inclusive Design in Action
Dr. Donald Fitzpatrick – Centre for Universal Design
Universal Design Principles & the European Accessibility Act

1:00 PM – Refreshments Break
Relax, network, and explore.

1:30 PM – Transport & Mobility
Saoirse Mulvaney – Access for All Ireland
Accessible Transport: Progress & Gaps

2:00 PM – Workplace Inclusion
Conor McAuley
Reasonable Accommodations & Personal Assistant Supports

2:30 PM – Global Perspective
Dualta Roughneen – CBM Ireland
Disability Inclusion in Global Development

2:45 PM – Health Advocacy
Helen Forristal – Marie Keating Foundation
Disability and Cancer Awareness

3:00 PM – Short Comfort Break

3:15 PM – Lived Experience & Recovery
Barry Moore
A Journey through Neuro Rehab & Exercise

3:30 PM – Closing Reflections
Jack Kavanagh – Final Thoughts & Thanks

 Getting There

  • From Dublin: Take Exit 9 off the M50 onto the N7 southbound, then Exit 12 off the M7.
  • Car Parking: Free on-site parking, with clear signage and staff assistance upon arrival.
  • Bus Access: Buses should enter via the first entrance, drop off at the main gate, then park in the members’ car park.
  • Car Access: Cars should enter via the second entrance. Additional parking available in the North car park across the road.

🚗 Accessible Parking:
Please ensure your parking badge is clearly visible upon arrival. Staff will guide you to designated accessible spaces.

🅿️ Exhibitor Access:
Exhibitors may drive around to the West End Gate, unload, and access the venue directly from there.


Food & Refreshments

A variety of food options will be available, ranging from tea/coffee and light snacks to full sit-down lunch options. Plenty of seating will be available throughout the venue.


 Accessibility Features

Accessible Toilets
Accessible toilet facilities are available throughout the venue.

Quiet Space
For anyone who needs a break during the day, a Quiet Space is available behind the main stage. The room is on Level 2, accessible via elevator, and furnished with sofas and chairs for a calming environment.

Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome. We’ve created a dedicated rest and rehydration area for them near the main entrance. Please ensure they are clearly identifiable with a harness, lead, or jacket to avoid distractions.

ISL Interpreters
ISL interpretation will be available at the main stage throughout the event. Our designated interpreter will be on hand to support accessibility for all attendees.

80 boxers win 2025 National B/G 2 & 3 Championship titles.

Over 80 boxers have claimed their 2025 National Boy/Girl 2 & 3 Championship titles, following completion of finals at the National Stadium today.

Congratulations to all finalists, their clubs and families.

Marking the culmination of 6 days of boxing and almost 400 bouts, IABA President Anto Donnelly says “On behalf of the IABA, the Officer Board and Central Council, thank you for your attendance. These championships are extremely important for the development of our boxers. They wouldn’t take place without the work and committment of clubs, boxers and families. The Championship Committee and the R&J Committee have worked extremely hard for 6 days in a row. It’s all voluntary. Without them, we wouldn’t have these championships, and kids leaving the stadium smiling with their certs.”

Results: 2025 National Boy/Girl 2 Championship final

27kg   Patrick McDonagh (Banbridge) W/O

29kg   Michael Dooley (Riverstown) beat Kalem Carthy (Marble City), 5-0

31kg   Bradley Delaney (Olympic C) beat Danny O’Reilly (Urlingford), 4-1

33kg   Ellie Ward (Bryansford) beat Millie O’Sullivan (Ballyhaunis), 5-0

33kg   Blake Fegan (Jobstown) beat Jack Murphy (Fr Horgans), 5-0

35kg   Cara Evans (Tredagh) beat Shauntelle McCrudden (Loughglynn), 3-2

35kg   Andrew Nugent (Olympic L) beat Evan Prunty (Swords), 3-2

37kg   Ava Mulhall (Jobstown) beat Saoirse Hughes (Camlough), 5-0

37kg   Jonathan McDonagh (Avona) beat Leon Delaney (Marble City), 5-0

38.5kg Edward Ward (Olympic C) beat Martin McDonagh (St Francis), 4-1

39kg   Isabelle Nolan (Ballinacarrow) beat Sarah Lily Byrne (Swords), 5-0

40kg   Paddy Doherty (Treaty) beat Barney Hutton (Cookstown), 5-0

41kg   Rosaletta Casey (Portlaoise) beat Ellie Kiernan (Santry), 5-0

41.5kg Pa Casey (Sliabh Luachra) beat Callum Scanlon (Baldoyle), 5-0

43kg   Amy Joyce (Olympic C) beat Ava Fitzpatrick (Elite), 3-2

43kg   Rian Branagan (Baldoyle) beat Tommy McDonagh (Olympic C), 5-0

44.5kg Michael O’Reilly (Togher) beat Lennon Fulton (Ballymun), 4-1

45kg  Leah Cairns (Northside) beat Lydia Mahony (St Brigids Kildare), 5-0

45kg Jack O’Donnell, (Charleville) beat Joe Ward (Athlone), 3-2

46kg   Tommy Joyce (Athlone) beat Ali Abdulnasser (Ballymun), 5-0

47kg   Sophie Larkin (St John Bosco U) beat Shanice Robinson (Oakleaf), 5-0

48kg   Rogan Cardwell (Glengormley) beat John Paul Ward (Olympic C), 3-2

49kg   Molly McGovern (St Catherines) beat Caitlin Rowe (Sacre Coeur)

50kg   Martin Nevin (Olympic C) beat Patrick McDonagh (Neilstown), 4-1

51kg   Sianna O’Herron (Rochfordbridge) beat Roisin Sheerin (Swinford), 4-1

52kg   Bobby Boylan (Edenmore) beat Michael Mongans (Rathkeale), RSC2

53kg   Robyn Cronin (Mayfield) beat Faith Brunell (Golden Cobra), 5-0

54kg   Luke McKenna (Marble City) beat Bentley Brennan (Camac), 5-0

55kg   Leticija Teineire (Rathkeale) beat Ruby Murphy (Gorey), RSC2

56kg   Mark Marikhin (Ratoath) beat Liam Moore (Armagh), 4-1

57kg   Annalise O’Reilly (Paulstown) beat Bella Iwanek (Convoy), 5-0

59kg   Mikey Faulkner (Rathkeale) beat Leon Cranley (Monkstown D), 4-1

59kg   Cheyanne Ward (Ballyhaunis) W/O

61kg   Mary Joyce (Kilfenora) W/O

62kg   JP Joyce (Athlone) beat Jayden Setters (Tipperary Town), RSC3

63kg   Cora Keane (Conemara) beat Ava O’Driscoll (Elite M), 5-0

65kg   Romeo Barrett (Titans) beat Ned Doherty (Immaculata), 5-0

68kg   Sophie Cronin (St Francis) beat Mia McCabe (Crumlin), RSC2

68kg   Dan Fitzgerald (Mayfield) beat John Keenan (Dungarvan), 5-0

70kg   Sadie Harty (Trojan) W/O

72kg   Raina Norarontonio (Corpus Christi) W/O

72kg   Gavin O’Gara (Ballaghaderreen) beat Hughie Collins (Darndale), RSCi2

74kg   Jack McDonagh (Castlerea) W/O

82kg   Leo Laverty (Star of the Sea) beat Danny Long (Rathkeale), RSC3

82kg   Teegan McDermott (Neilstown) W/O

87kg   Conor Nevin (Elite Mullingar) beat Najeeb Alikhali (St Francis), RSC3

90kg   Laragh Brien (Monkstown D) W/O

97kg   Cian Leddy (Olympic L), W/O

100kg Thomas Keaveney (Ardagh/Cross) W/O

129kg Tegan McCarron (Carrigart) W/O

Results: 2025 National Boy/Girl 3 Championship Finals

31kg   James McDonagh (Portlaoise) W/O

33kg  Oskar Modarski (St Abbans/Kil) beat Callum Brennan (Mulhuddart), 4-1

35kg   Thomas Carroll (Setanta) beat Max Kavanagh (Jobstown), RSC3

35kg   Leah Dunne (St Marys) W/O

37kg   Johnny Sweeney (Olympic C) beat Roman Verhoeven (Monkstown D), 4-1

37kg   Kyla Ledwidge (St Pappins) W/O

38.5kg Cody Byrne (St Abbans/Kilmyshall) beat Cayden Joyce (Oughterard), 5-0

39kg   Ella Conway (Ratoath) W/O

40kg   Ronan Charles (Elite L) beat Sean Tomazi (Holy Trinity), 5-0

41kg   Lily Reel (Dealgan) beat Holly McDonagh (Gorey), 5-0

41.5kg Sean O’Sullivan (Elite M) beat James Byrne (Na Fianna), 4-1

43kg   Nikita McDonagh (Ballyhaunis) beat Victoria Goszczyk (East Meath), 5-0

43kg  Brandan O’Brien (Setanta) beat Tommy Kiely (Glen), 5-0

44.5kg William Delaney (Olympic C) beat Rhys Kinsella (Swords), 4-1

45kg   Kenia Prado (Glasnevin) beat Ava Harford (Phoenix Dublin), 3-2

46kg   Jerry McCann (Corpus Christi A) beat Zac Creighton (Avona), 5-0

47kg   Macie O’Connor (Cabra) beat Ellie Murray (Golden Gloves M), 4-1

B3 48kg   Jack O’Donnell (Charleville) beat Joe Ward (Athlone), 3-2

49kg   Nina O’Toole (Ballybrack) beat Katelyn Clancy (Kilfenora), 4-1

50kg   Tommy Brown (Setanta) beat Patrick Hourican (Sean Dorans), 4-1

51kg   Charlie Scott (St Catherines) beat Lexi King (Setanta), 4-1

52kg   Jack Cantwell (Marble City) beat Malachy Nugent (Armagh), 4-1

53kg   Phoebe Clarke (Armagh) beat Orlaith Campbell (Banbridge), 5-0

54kg   Kieran McDonagh (Olympic C) beat Michael McConnell (Ardoyle HC), 5-0

55kg  Alison Murphy (Midleton) beat Faith Ward O’Connor (Docklands), 5-0

56kg   Jayden Wall (Sacred Heart D)   beat Shea Murney (GG Kilkeel), 5-0

57kg   Cassie Gavin (Ratoath)  beat Chloe Nevin (Olympic L), 3-2 

59kg   Macie Field (Darndale) beat Rhilee May Cox (Gateway), RSC2

59kg   Keelan Thormy (Sacred Heart D) beat Patrick Ward (Killyman), 5-0

61kg   Elana Sheppard (Rathfirland) beat Sophia Sheehy (Celtic Eagles), RSC2

62kg   Michael Kiely (Glen) beat Naz Krylov (St Francis), 4-1

63kg   De Costa Gillen (Corpus Christi) beat Roisin Hegarty (Twintowns), 3-2

65kg   Eddie Sweeney (Galway) beat Ethan Cuddy (Midleton), 5-0

66kg   Lily Daly (Westend) W/O

68kg   Remy Gallagher (Gorey) beat Rose Dunleavy (Swinford), 5-0

68kg   Daniel Lambagiu (St Michaels Athy) beat Patrick McDaid (St Bridgets), 5-0

72kg   Artjom Grati (Angels) beat Pearce Redmond (Na Fianna), 5-0

72kg   Niamh O’Rourke (Star) W/O

74kg   Desmond West (Togher) beat Jack Ward (Edenmore), 3-2

76kg   Thomas O’Reilly (Portlaoise) beat Meshack Omoregie (St Marys), ABDR1

79kg   William Maguire (Holy Family) beat Alan Berg (St Conleths), RSC2

80kg   Noel Martin (Westend) beat Charlie O’Brien (Neilstown), RSC1

90kg   Callum Grimes (Nutgrove) W/O

85kg   Tommy Harper (Na Fianna) beat Jack O’Rourke (Ballybrack), 5-0

95kg   Patrick Sweeney (Ennis) V Peter Jakab (Newington): Differed.

102kg Charlie O’Brien (Neilstown) W/O

108kg Kaydon Smith (Neilstown) W/O

120kg Amaze Olaniyan (Jobstown) W/O