1988 Dublin Millennium International Challenge Duxie Walsh v John Bike
Courtesy of the USHA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca-qY7HZZkc&feature=youtu.be
Ducksy Walsh RIP – A craftsman departs the stage
A Wexford tribute to a Master Craftsman by Antóin Ó Braoin The passing of Ducksy Walsh, Talbots Inch and Kilkenny, has left the handball community throughout the country deeply shocked and saddened. Shocked that an athlete of his calibre could be struck down so unexpectedly and saddened that such an iconic figure has been forced […]
Just another handball day in Rossiter and Dunne households as All Ireland finals loom
It’s difficult to be sure what it is about handball that draws you ‘in’ but once you get involved in the sport the yanks call ‘The Perfect Game’, you and your family invariably become hooked writes AOB. That is the only conclusion to be drawn from the number of fathers, sons, mothers and daughters who […]
Handball Exhibition on Irish TV channel 191
Handball enthusiasts can watch highlights of the Collooney, Co. Sligo exhibition match between Paul Brady and Joe McCann along with the McGee 60×30 tournament on Irish TV channel 191 on Tuesday next at 6.30pm. Irish TV can be viewed across Ireland, the UK and Europe on the Sky platform channel 191, Freesat 400, eircom’s eVision […]
Tommy Hynes & Ducksy Walsh reign supreme at Hospital
More often than not they are in opposite corners but last weekend at Hospital, County Limerick Wexford’s top handballer Tommy Hynes, joined forces with Kilkenny’s best player Ducksy Walsh, with devastating consequences for a succession of opponents in the Danny O’Sullivan Memorial Tournament. Hynes and Walsh defeated Robbie McCarthy/Dessie Keegan 21-19, 21-16 in the final having earlier […]
GAA Handball Ireland New Website
GAA Handball Ireland have just unveiled their new and innovative website which can be accessed by clicking www.gaahandball.ie The site which went live this weekend looks easy to navigate and its many impressive features have been designed to provide the viewer with an overall picture of what handball is all about. With further upgrades to […]
Terrific action at Garda Championships
The below is courtesy of David Hannon Coiste Siamsa 40×20 2015 Handball Review The Annual Garda 40×20 Championships were hosted at St. Joseph’s Handball Club, Wexford on Wednesday 18th February 2015. This was the first time Wexford has been host to the Championship’s and it did not disappoint. On the day four categories were on display, Senior […]
Wonderful day for Wexford Gardai
Yesterday proved to be a wonderful day for Wexford born gardai as they dominated the Coiste Siamsa 40×20 2015 All-Ireland Handball Championships held at St. Joseph’s Handball Club, Wexford. A full report with pictures will be posted when available.
Mud, Sweat & Tears at Taghmon/Camross GAA Club Adventure Challenge
Handball people are asked to note the below from Taghmon/Camross GAA Club . Your support will be appreciated. Taghmon/Camross GAA are holding their second Mud, Sweat and Tears adventure challenge on Saturday the 31st of January. This is a follow-on from a very successful event last year. The base for the day is Taghmon/Camross GAA […]
No quarter will asked or given as Legends put on the gloves in Wexford!
Just give us a ball and we’ll settle this once and for all! Wexford legends Pat Lacey, Jim Bergin, County Chairman, Tom Rossiter, Mick McGrath, Mick Flood and Ger McWilliams. Missing is Billy Molloy.
Aches and pains are put aside as Legends come out to play
Written by Antoin Ó Braoin, Rúnaí Contae The eagerly awaited Legends Doubles Tournament is about to commence in Wexford and the six participants who are all over the age of 65 years are ready to pit their wits against each other when the action gets underway the week after next. Those taking part are Jim […]
Beginners tag no barrier to Wexford's women as new tournament gets ready for take off
Written by Antoin Ó Braoin, Rúnaí Contae Excitement is building on Slaneyside ahead of the new Beginners Doubles Tournament for women who have never before played competitively. Most of those taking part are parents, many with children playing in the county championship, and this County Committee initiative is designed to acknowledge the ongoing commitment they […]
Handball Scoreboard Mobile App
Below are the details for the ‘new’ handball app. It can be downloaded at for free at http://appstore.com/HandballScoreboard Handball Scoreboard Mobile AppA new Handball Scoreboard App is now available for FREE Download on your mobile phone. The Handball Scoreboard App, was designed and created by Galway Handball players in an effort to support and assist players/referees to […]
It's a Woman's World as the women of Wexford get ready for Beginners Tournament
Written by Antoin Ó Braoin, Rúnaí Contae Considerable interest is being shown in the proposed 40×20 beginners doubles tournament for women which is scheduled to commence in the next few weeks. A number of those intending to play were at the launch of the competition at St. Josephs Handball Centre on Wednesday evening when an […]
Templeudigan's Dermot Flynn swops his hurley for the little blue ball
Written by Antoin Ó Braoin, Rúnaí Contae For those of us who are heavily biased in favour of handball over all other activities it is around this time of year we breathe a collective sigh of relief that the hurling, football and camogie season is almost over. As much as we cherish our sister GAA […]
Collooney Opening Was A Special Event
Written by Antoin Ó Braoin, Rúnaí Contae It was great to be present at the official opening of the new 40×20 handball court at Collooney, Co. Sligo yesterday evening as players from a number of adjoining clubs and counties mingled with the locals on this very special occasion. Having been in the area earlier in […]
New Handball Court is a credit to Collooney
Written by Antoin Ó Braoin, Rúnaí Contae As Secretary of a county with a vested interest in seeing the game thriving nationally it was terrific to see another positive development for the sport nearing completion at Collooney, County Sligo this week with the official opening of a magnificent new 40×20 court due to take place on […]
Hynes 'fresh & ready' for Saturday
Report by Padhraic Roberts Interview with 60 x 30 County Senior Champion Tommy Hynes of the St Mary’s club, Wexford Town, ahead of his Senior Open Doubles All Ireland quarter final this coming Saturday at Talbots Inch, Kilkenny at 3pm. Tommy is partnered by Gavin Buggy from the St Joseph’s club and they take on Dublin’s […]
Preparation for Buggy big part
Report by Padhraic Roberts Interview with 60 x 30 County Senior finalist Gavin Buggy from the St Joseph’s club, Wexford Town, ahead of his Senior Open Doubles All Ireland quarter final this coming Saturday at Talbots Inch, Kilkenny at 3pm. Gavin is partnered by Tommy Hynes of the St Mary’s club and they take on Dublin’s Eoin Kennedy and Carl Browne. Q : Gavin can you […]