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 […]
County and Leinster fixtures update Sunday
Several changes have been made to the county and Leinster fixture programmes and all units and players are reminded to check the updated version below. In particular club secretaries are asked to ensure their players are aware of these changes which are caused by clashes with higher body fixtures and the need to keep two-match […]
Leinster and Wexford Fixtures update Sunday
With more Leinster fixtures released this morning changes have been made to the county programmes of matches. To see the amended county fixture 13 click COUNTY For the new Leinster fixture 5 click LEINSTER
Fixtures update Friday
Click to see 2016 Lein GAA H-B Adult 60-30 Fixtures List 4 Click to see the County Juvenile Wall Ball 2016 Fixtures Update A fully updated programme for Sunday’s Wall Ball finals at St. Josephs will issue tonight.
Leinster and county fixtures update
All units and members should note that the latest Leinster and county fixtures have been issued. They can be checked below. County 60×30 Championship Fixture 12-16 2016 County Wall Ball Juvenile Championship Fixtures 2016 Leinster GAA H-B Adult 60-30 Fixtures List 2 Inter Club fixture 2
Goggins Memorial tournaments produces exciting fare at St. Mary's Wexford
Tom Sheridan and Gary McConnell from Kells in Meath were the winners of the annual Jimmy Goggins Memorial tournament hosted by St. Mary’s, Wexford over the weekend. In the final they defeated the Wexford/Kilkenny combination of Gavin Buggy and Ciaran Neary. The Paddy Goggins Memorial for intermediate/junior players was won by Darren O’Toole and Malachy […]
Joey Maher RIP
Today we bring you the sad news of the death of Joey Maher which occurred at his home yesterday. The great Louth man was one of the best handballers off all time and was well known in Wexford especially for his clashes with Dick Lyng in particular. He was a winner of numerous All Ireland […]
Buggy is top master at United States Handball Nationals
Gavin Buggy continued the dominance of Irish handball abroad, particularly in the other stronghold of America, when he captured the USHA National masters (40+) singles title at Portland, Oregon last weekend. The Wexford player defeated the top three seeds along the way including the top seed and favourite Marcus Chavez, California, whom he saw off […]
Feile deadline is extended to this evening
The deadline for Feile na Gael 2016 has just been extended till (midnight) Tuesday 19th April. Make sure your club doesn’t miss out on this fantastic juvenile club tournament event. The competitions this year are being hosted by Tipperary and Waterford clubs on the 18th and 19th June. Final venues will be determined once final entry […]
Vera Walsh RIP
Courtesy of GAA Handball Ireland GAA Handball regret to inform you of the passing of Vera Walsh, mother of Kilkenny handball legend Michael Ducksy Walsh. Please see funeral arrangements below. GAA Handball wish to extend their sympathies to the Walsh family at this sad time. The death has occurred of Vera WALSH – Golf View Terrace, Granges […]
New Juvenile Structures & Competitions Plan (2016) comes into effect in Wexford
Last night’s Special County Convention saw the new Juvenile Structures and Competitions Plan (2016) strongly supported by the clubs of Wexford and it comes into effect in time for the county 60×30 championships. A new group of people were appointed to administer the Plan which changes fundamentally the way in which the championships will be […]
Jimmy Goggins Snr RIP
The death has occurred of Jimmy Goggins The Maudlins, New Ross, Wexford (late of 1 Mary’s Lane, Wexford). Beloved husband of Rosie and father of Ann, Paddy, Jerry, Jimmy, Johnny, Betty, Bill, Tom, Mickey and Joe. Sadly missed by his loving wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and […]
Handball Blitz on Sunday next
The next handball blitz will go ahead on Sunday morning at St.Josephs. Entry fee will be €2 and registration will be at 10am. The event is open to U8 U9 U10 & U11 boys and girls. Any queries contact Robert 0872886136 or Charlie 0868298568
All Ireland and Leinster Fixtures
The business end of the 40×20 season is upon us now and Leinster and All Ireland semi final fixtures can be viewed by clicking below. 2016 Leinster GAA Handball Adult 40-20 Fixture list 16 updated 2016 Leinster GAA Handball Adult 40-20 Fixture list 17 2016 Leinster GAA Handball Adult 40-20 Fixture list 18 Leinster v […]
Leinster fixtures update
Next weekend sees the finals of the Leinster boys and girls championship at several venues. For all the details click 2016 Leinster Juvenile 40×20 Final Fixtures Further Leinster adult fixtures have also been released and these can be see at 2016 Leinster GAA Handball Adult 40-20 Fixture list 16
60×30 time is not that far away at all!
Some softball enthusiasts have already taken their first tentative steps into the ‘big’ court even though many of their compatriots are still heavily involved in the latter stages of the 40×20 season. They have been waiting for evenings to lengthen and the seasons to flip so the unique sound of the alley cracker can again […]
Blitz was a terrific success
Yesterday’s blitz for budding young handballers held at St. Josephs Community Centre was a resounding success with close on 40 boys and girls taking part. County Coaching Officer, Robert Doyle and County Vice Chairperson, Charlie Parnell were in charge of the session and an entertaining and enjoyable day was had by all. It is expected […]