Posted online: Jan 17th, 2008

Locals have expressed congratulations to members of Athy’s St Michael’s Boxing Club following fantastic success in the National Amateur Boxing Finals on Friday night.
“Athy must be very proud of the four boxers who gave excellent performances in the National Stadium last night and brought credit to the town, their club and their families,” said Athy Cllr Richard Daly.

“Not only did three of the boxers win national titles but they did it under the watchful eye of National President Dom O’Rourke.”
 
Unfortunately Tommy Sheahan’s sterling performance was not enough for a title but Roy Sheahan, David Oliver Joyce and John Joyce won their categories and saw St Michael’s club win the lion’s share of the national titles.
 
Ross Hickey from Grangecon was also a title winner, having beaten Athy’s Eric Donovan the previous night so another title also came to the locality.
 
“These young sportsmen now prepare for Olympic qualification and are examples of perseverance and commitment to all of our young people,” said Cllr Daly.