Wexford Officers and Officials for 2017
Chairperson, Ricky Barron Vice Chairperson, Alan O’Neill Secretary, Virginia Rossiter Treasurer, Tony Reid PRO, Noel Holohan Games Youth Officer, TBA Coaching, Gavin Buggy Development, Antoin Ó Braoin GAA Rep, Robert Doyle
Alley Chat with Noel Holohan
Written by Noel Holohan Wexford GAA Handball 40×20 County Semi Finals Daniel Kavanagh from St Joseph’s has secured a spot in the 2017 Senior Open singles final after he and Keith Armstrong from Kilmyshall gave the big gallery a truly memorable match. The opening set would go all the way with the man in red […]
Ballymitty Handball Club official is Leinster Club Person of the Year
Ballymitty club secretary Alan O’Neill has had his long service to handball at club and county level officially recognized by Leinster Handball Council, after being named provincial Club Person of the Year for 2016. O’Neill has one of the driving forces behind the success of the club in recent years and has been to the […]
Gael Linn 2017
Entries are being sought from clubs for this year’s Gael Linn competition. Entries should be with the County Secretary by Saturday 31st December at the latest in order that time is available to play a county trial if necessary. See promotional poster below. Gael Linn poster 2017
2017 County 40×20 Championship Fixtures Notification
All units and players are advised that county 40×20 championship fixtures for the coming week will be posted up on the website tonight. The slight delay is due to awaiting results from this weekends matches, which in many cases are determining knockout pairings. In order to meet the schedule of reaching the semi final stages […]
County 40×20 fixture 11 amended Saturday
Enforced changes have been made to fixture 11 of the county 40×20 championship. Click 2017 County 40×20 Championship Fixture 11 to view
Pat Rossiter RIP
Wexford GAA Handball extends condolences to Ballymitty handballer Shane Rossiter on the death of his father Pat. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam See full details below. The death has occurred of Pat ROSSITER Bellary, Duncormick, Wexford Beloved husband of Maura, father of Shane, Tomás, David and Ruth and brother of Pauline. Sadly […]
Wexford GAA Handball County Convention
All units are reminded that Wexford GAA Handball will hold its Annual Convention at Scouts Hall, Taghmon on Monday night next at 7.30pm. All clubs are expected to be represented and only official club delegates can attend.
GAA Handball appoint a Regional Development Officer
GAA Handball have announced the appointment of a new Regional Development Officer from the Carlow area. She is Deborah Foley and her tasks will include Club Development, Coach & Player Education, assisting with the running of competitions/events and expanding & developing Handball in Schools. To read the full story click the following link https://www.gaahandball.ie/news/new-development-officer-appointed […]
GAA Handball E-Vetting
A chara, Please note the following information with regard to the new procedures for Garda Vetting within GAA Handball which is now completed online via the E-Vetting system. Please ensure that all clubs/relevant officials in your jurisdiction are aware of this change and the procedures as set out in the link below. GAA Handball E-Vetting It is […]
Anne Dunne RIP
It is with deep regret that GAA Handball Wexford bring you news of the death of Anne Dunne, wife of 2015 All Ireland Emerald Masters B Singles winner Jimmy Dunne and mother of 2015 All Ireland under 17 doubles champion Laurence Dunne. Wexford Handball Boards extends deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Anne […]
Wexford to host All Ireland colleges 60×30 semi finals and finals
The All Ireland Colleges 60×30 semi finals and finals are coming to Wexford on Saturday 5th November, when Ballymitty, Castlebridge and St. Mary’s will play host to players from all over the country. To see the full programme of events click the link below gaa-handball-60×30-all-ireland-colleges-championships-fixtures
She's Ace All Ireland Girls Team of 6
Four Wexford girls have been selected on the Leinster panel for the She’s Ace All Ireland girls team of 6 final versus Munster at Cashel on Saturday next. For all the details clink the following link 2016-girls-interprovincial-team-of-6-fixtures
Another huge win for Keith Armstrong as he takes All Ireland Intervarsities Open title
On another fantastic weekend for Wexford handball, Keith Armstrong added to his growing reputation by winning the All Ireland 60×30 Intervarsities Open Singles title at Talbots Inch. The below report is courtesy of Alan Armstrong Keith Armstrong (Maynooth University) has won the All Ireland 60×30 Intervarsities Men’s Open Final defeating Ryan Mullan (Queens University Belfast) […]
Schools Membership Scheme 2016/17
GAA Handball are offering an enhanced membership package to schools around the country and this is certain to be of great benefit to those who avail of the offer. To find out more clink the link below. https://www.gaahandball.ie/news/schools-membership-scheme-2016-17
Maurice Murray RIP
The death has occurred of Maurice (Moggy) MURRAY Liffey Heights, Ballymore Eustace, Kildare Maurice (Moggy) Murray, Liffey Heights, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare. August 2016 (Suddenly). Deeply regretted by his loving Parents John and Pauline, sisters Shauna, Toni, Kate and Joanne, uncles Pat and Martin, aunts Eithna and Freda, the late Joe and Phil, cousins, nephews, […]
Death of Pat O'Keeffe, Kilkenny handballer
It is with deep regret that we heard of the death of Pat O’Keeffe, formerly of Mullinavat Handball Club, which occurred this morning. Pat was very well known throughout Wexford and especially in Horeswood Handball Club where he trained with the locals on a regular basis for many years. After spending a good while in […]
Croke Park Handball Centre Swansong
With the impasse regarding the building of the planned Handball Centre at Croke Park appearing to be resolved, it is fitting that the concluding stages of this years championship will take place at the existing Croke Park location. The following ties are due to be played there and patrons are expected to turn out in […]
Michael (Mick) Murphy RIP
The death has occurred of former Wexford handballer Michael (Mick) Murphy Monmore, Crossabeg, Wexford beloved husband of Ann. Sadly missed by his loving wife, his family Shane, Justin, Mariae, Tommy and Robert and their partners Jackie, Avril and Liam, sisters Anne and Peggy, grandchildren, relatives and friends. May he Rest in Peace. Reposing at his […]
Michael 'Ducksy' Walsh RIP
It is with profound sadness that GAA Handball Wexford bring you news of the death of Kilkenny legend Michael ‘Ducksy’ Walsh which occurred today. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. See funeral arrangements below. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. Michael “Ducksy” WALSH, Ballyreddin, Bennettsbridge, Kilkenny Michael passed […]