14 weight categories have been confirmed for the LA 2028 Olympic Games. This follows the inclusion of an additional women’s weight.
The weights to be boxed at LA are:
MEN
Women
55kg
51kg
60kg
54kg
65kg
57kg
70kg
60kg
80kg
65kg
90kg
70kg
90+kg
75kg
The IOC says “an additional women’s weight category ensures full gender parity across events, while maintaining equal numbers of athlete quotas for men and women, as was the case at Paris 2024”
124 quota places will be available for men, and 124 quota places will be available for women. The first qualification opportunity in Europe will be the 2027 European Games. Confederation level qualifcation events will also take place in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Oceania. Its expected the two global Olympic qualifiers will take place in Quarter 1 of 2028, and in Quarter 2 of 2028.
A total of 196 IABA clubs have registered to attend Saturday’s EGM, beginning at 11am.
Member clubs will be asked to vote on two matters – and the complete Notice of EGM, Special Resolution and rationale, Ordinary rationale and tracked constitution are available here
Special Resolution
“That, subject to consent of the Revenue Commissioners, the Constitution of the Company in the redline tracked form which relates to Special Resolution 1 attached and marked with the letter’s “Proposed Revised Constitution” be adopted as the revised agreed Constitution of the Company.” ….This Special Resolution gives effect to clubs’ decision on October 12th 2024, to remove reference from IBA (AIBA) from IABA’s constitution,
Rationale: On 22nd June 2023 the IOC withdrew recognition of the International Boxing Association (IBA) in accordance with Rule 3.7 of the Olympic Charter. It was on foot of this that a special resolution was proposed to allow the IABA to remove all references to the IBA in its constitution to allow the association to freely affiliate with International Associations instead of being constitutionally required to subscribe to IBA exclusively.
A special resolution was placed before the Members on 26 August 2023 which achieved 71% of the vote in favour of decoupling mandatory constitutional obligations to the IBA. A constitutional change requires 75% of the vote in favour and accordingly the motion did not pass.
A majority of the member clubs constituting a quorum voted by way of Extraordinary General Meeting on 12 October 2024 in favour of a motion put forward by the Member clubs in the following form;
“To remove any references to IBA ( AIBA) from all relevant Objects in the IABA Constitution whether contained in the Memorandum or the Articles of Association.’
To give effect to the will and vote of IABA clubs, an EGM has been called, with the requisite notice period with the proposed tracked draft amended constitution to give effect to this Motion by way of the appropriate constitutional amendment vote.
This motion is about ensuring that IABA can better navigate difficult circumstances including external circumstances outside its control which have a bearing on the operation of the Company with regard to the objects clauses as adopted to date.
The proposed special resolution is to amend the Constitution of the Company to allow it to place the promotion of boxing in Ireland uncoupled with obligations that are inconsistent and distinct with those objects which relate to a third-party body as directed by the majority will of the member clubs.
Ordinary Resolution
Should clubs pass Special Resolution 1 by 75% of votes cast, clubs will then be asked to vote on Ordinary Resolution 1: That the members vote to affiliate with World Boxing as a dual affiliate with the IBA.
Rationale: The IABA, by virtue of its constitution which precluded membership of any other international boxing association was not able to apply to join world boxing. IBA has in its congress of December 2024 has made provision for dual membership on a case-by-case basis. The logic for this Ordinary Resolution is to canvas to membership on their view of joining World Boxing.
If the Constitutional amendment reaches the 75% threshold, then the members are free to direct the company to join world boxing without any constitutional issues. If the Constitutional amendment does not reach the 75% threshold the members are being canvassed for their vote on whether or not to join World Boxing as a dual affiliate requiring the express permission of the IBA. (which may be withheld)
The threshold for this resolution is ordinary majority.
Member clubs will be asked to vote on two matters:
Special Resolution
“That, subject to consent of the Revenue Commissioners, the Constitution of the Company in the redline tracked form which relates to Special Resolution 1 attached and marked with the letter’s “Proposed Revised Constitution” be adopted as the revised agreed Constitution of the Company.” ….This Special Resolution gives effect to clubs’ decision on October 12th 2024, to remove reference from IBA (AIBA) from IABA’s constitution,
Rationale: On 22nd June 2023 the IOC withdrew recognition of the International Boxing Association (IBA) in accordance with Rule 3.7 of the Olympic Charter. It was on foot of this that a special resolution was proposed to allow the IABA to remove all references to the IBA in its constitution to allow the association to freely affiliate with International Associations instead of being constitutionally required to subscribe to IBA exclusively.
A special resolution was placed before the Members on 26 August 2023 which achieved 71% of the vote in favour of decoupling mandatory constitutional obligations to the IBA. A constitutional change requires 75% of the vote in favour and accordingly the motion did not pass.
A majority of the member clubs constituting a quorum voted by way of Extraordinary General Meeting on 12 October 2024 in favour of a motion put forward by the Member clubs in the following form;
“To remove any references to IBA ( AIBA) from all relevant Objects in the IABA Constitution whether contained in the Memorandum or the Articles of Association.’
To give effect to the will and vote of IABA clubs, an EGM has been called, with the requisite notice period with the proposed tracked draft amended constitution to give effect to this Motion by way of the appropriate constitutional amendment vote.
This motion is about ensuring that IABA can better navigate difficult circumstances including external circumstances outside its control which have a bearing on the operation of the Company with regard to the objects clauses as adopted to date.
The proposed special resolution is to amend the Constitution of the Company to allow it to place the promotion of boxing in Ireland uncoupled with obligations that are inconsistent and distinct with those objects which relate to a third-party body as directed by the majority will of the member clubs.
Ordinary Resolution
Should clubs pass Special Resolution 1 by 75% of votes cast, clubs will then be asked to vote on Ordinary Resolution 1: That the members vote to affiliate with World Boxing as a dual affiliate with the IBA.
Rationale: The IABA, by virtue of its constitution which precluded membership of any other international boxing association was not able to apply to join world boxing. IBA has in its congress of December 2024 has made provision for dual membership on a case-by-case basis. The logic for this Ordinary Resolution is to canvas to membership on their view of joining World Boxing.
If the Constitutional amendment reaches the 75% threshold, then the members are free to direct the company to join world boxing without any constitutional issues. If the Constitutional amendment does not reach the 75% threshold the members are being canvassed for their vote on whether or not to join World Boxing as a dual affiliate requiring the express permission of the IBA. (which may be withheld)
The threshold for this resolution is ordinary majority.
Registration
Registration for the EGM is now open, and will close at 2pm on April 10th. Register here: https://shout.com/s/tLCETBtX. 154 clubs have registered to attend.
Eligibility – All clubs successfully affiliated for 2024/2025 season, as at 21st March, 2025
Attendees: Eligible clubs may nominate any two adult members to attend as delegates – one to be a voting delegate, one to be a non-voting delegate. Delegates nominated by clubs must verified members – this means they must be included in the club’s affiliation application, through Blocworx, for the 2024/2025 season as members and be over the age of 18. *Please note, delegates will be required to present photographic identification (passport, drivers’ licence, etc) on the day of the EGM.
More Information
For the information of all clubs, World Boxing’s 2025 European calendar was sent to all clubs on February 24th, and is available HERE.
Two time Olympic champion, Kellie Harrington, has been unveiled as the keynote speaker at the Dare to Believe PEXpo which takes place at the National Indoor Arena on the Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin, on Thursday 10 April 2025.
The Olympic Federation of Ireland, which launched its schools programme, Dare to Believe, in 2019, says Kellie’s “inspiring words on resilience, dedication and focus always leave an impression.”
Dare to Believe includes 50 Olympics and Paralympics Ambassadors, among them Kellie, and medalist and double Olympian Aidan Walsh, and Paris Olympians Jude Gallagher, Dean Clancy and Jack Marley.
Dare to Believe PEXpo was developed in association with the Physical Education Association of Ireland. It is modelled on the Young Scientist Exhibition, with Transition Year students nationwide submitting projects on topics that showcase their understanding of the science behind sport, and its wider benefits. Over 200 students have submitted projects under various themes related to sporting activities and healthy living, with the winners being announced on the day.
With support from over twenty National Federations hosting stands at the event, including IABA, more than 1,500 students will have the chance to explore a wide range of Olympic sports and potentially discover the one that’s right for them.
There will also be a Careers Corner facilitated by Rob Hartnett (Sport for Business), with Bryan Keane (Olympian and Olympic photographer), Robbie Smyth (Team Ireland Physiotherapist) and Sowmia Sundaresan (Sports Researcher), highlighting some of the career choices in elite sport.
Tickets are still available for the event, and can be purchased here.
Central Council has issued advisories today, for the information of all clubs.
2025 National Boy/Girl 1,2 & 3 Championships
Coach registration is required, please send the names of Coaches attending to National Secretary, Tara Robins Mari via secretary@iaba.ie. There is no limit to the number of coaches who can be registered.
Registered coaches will be given wristbands to allow them to enter the field of play and changing areas. These can be collected from the top table on the day of boxing.
Checks of Garda Vetting / Access NI will be completed for every coach. If a coach’s vetting is out of date, they won’t be permitted to enter the field of play. For more information and gudiance on renewing vetting, please contact National Safeguarding Manager Stephen Flynn: stephen@iaba.ie
Boxers will Weigh-in only on the FIRST and LAST day they Box.
Permission to Travel Advisory
Clubs seeking permission to Travel, must send the request to the County Board / Provincial Council for approval.
All Boxers and Coaches must be registered on Blocworx, Coaches are required to have Vetted / Access NI in date.
