Walsh: Door still open for Nevin, Barnes to fight at Euros
Olympic medallists John Joe Nevin and Paddy Barnes could still represent Ireland, despite missing this month’s National Championships.
View ArticleSenior champions still in the dark over box-off plans
Three-time national champion Adam Nolan says he’s not sure if he’ll be automatically named in the Ireland squad for the European Championships later this year.
View ArticleGame of Murderball, Joe? Ireland's boxers tried wheelchair rugby tonight
There was no shortage of big hits in tonight’s exhibition match in Clontarf.
View ArticleIreland’s boxers were just too good for France last night
London Olympians Paddy Barnes, Michael Conlan, John Joe Nevin and Adam Nolan were all in action in Cork.
View ArticleBarnes, Nevin named in squad for European Boxing Championships
The IABA has picked a 10-man squad for the European Championships in Minsk next month.
View Article4 more wins as Ireland’s boxers move into medal contention
Adam Nolan was the only Irish boxer to lose his last 16 bout at the European Championships in Minsk today.
View ArticleNevin, Barnes, Conlan and Quigley all secure at least a bronze in Belarus
However, Tommy McCarthy failed to defeat Azerbaijan’s Teymur Mammadou.
View ArticleConlan makes it a perfect day for Irish boxers in Minsk
Conlan, John Joe Nevin, Paddy Barnes and Jason Quigley will all fight for European gold in Minsk this weekend.
View ArticleNevin and Quigley win European boxing gold for Ireland
The win sees the 24-year old climb to the top of the AIBA world rankings.
View ArticleIreland's Nevin and Taylor top latest world boxing rankings
The pair are both now ranked No1 in their respective categories thanks to Nevin’s European championships win last month.
View ArticleMichael Conlan likely to go pro if he wins world championship gold
London bronze medallist says he’s ready to turn professional when the right offer comes in.
View ArticleHere is Ireland’s 10-man squad for the World Boxing Championships
John Joe Nevin nowhere to be seen as frustrated Darren O’Neill criticises selection process.
View ArticleWalsh: Best efforts to keep John Joe, but we needed him to make his mind up
John Joe Nevin was left out of Ireland’s World Championship squad as he prepares to sign a professional deal.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin to announce details of pro move next week
Mullingar bantamweight expected to sign with Philadelphia promotion GreenBlood Boxing.
View ArticleJohn Joe’s American dream: I want to be world champion — and defend my title...
Nevin announced details of a new professional management deal with Philadelphia-based Greenblood Boxing.
View ArticleAmerican dream: breaking down the details of John Joe Nevin's pro move
Olympic silver medallist took the first step on his pro journey yesterday — here’s what it all means.
View ArticleJason Quigley considering pro options after brilliant 2013
Irish boxing could lose one of its best Olympic hopes to the professional game before Rio 2016.
View Article10 of Westmeath’s best sporting moments in 2013
Robbie Henshaw, John Joe Nevin and John Heslin all caught the eye this year.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin pencilled in for Boston fight on St Patrick's Day
The Olympic silver medallist will make his professional debut in February before a second bout on 17 March.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin makes his pro debut on a Paddy's Day card in America tonight
The Mullingar featherweight faces Alberto Candelaria in Boston.
View ArticleIreland’s John Joe Nevin secures convincing victory on pro debut
The two-time Olympian ultimately won the six-rounder with a final score of 59-55.
View ArticleMan arrested after Olympic medallist John Joe Nevin injured in Mullingar attack
The boxer is believed to have suffered a broken leg.
View ArticleHere's What Happened Today: Saturday
Everyone’s been talking about John Joe Nevin, Martin McGuinness, and the IFTAs…
View ArticleMan arrested over John Joe Nevin attack released
Gardaí confirmed that the man was released from custody last night.
View ArticleHere's What Happened Today: Sunday
Everyone’s been talking about Ian Bailey, John Joe Nevin, and MH370…
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin told both his legs were broken in Mullingar attack
The boxer will be confined to a wheelchair for some time.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin thanks fans for support as he leaves hospital following attack
Promoters of the Mullingar boxer expect him back in the ring by autumn.
View ArticleHere's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Everyone’s been talking about Angela Kerins, the Anglo trial, and President Higgins…
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin set for September return following attack
The Irish boxing star suffered two broken legs last April.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin makes boxing return six months after attack
The Olympic silver medallist fights in North Carolina on Saturday night after being left with two broken legs back in April.
View Article'I want to take over': John Joe Nevin ready for home debut on Saturday
Olympic silver medallist faces Jack Heath on the Macklin-Heiland undercard in Dublin.
View ArticleFlying stools and devastating punches: there was a lot of boxing action last...
There was plenty of drama all around the boxing world last night, not just in Dublin.
View ArticleHenshaw stars and John Joe’s return – Westmeath’s 2014 sporting highlights
Plus, Athlone made their return to the Premier Division and Garrycastle won another senior football title.
View ArticleDarren O'Neill steps up while Nolan claims fourth national title
Dean Walsh was able to see off the challenge of Ray Moylette in the light welterweight final.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin has been banned from every pub in Westmeath
The boxer was one of five people to appear in court, charged over a bar brawl on Easter Monday night.
View ArticleMullingar ‘brawl’ pub ordered to stay shut for five days
The pub has been the scene of a number of mass rows recently, a court was told.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin keeps unbeaten pro record intact with TKO on boxing return
Ireland’s Olympic silver medallist was back in the ring last night after a 10-month lay-off.
View ArticleMagnificent 7 for John Joe Nevin as he remains undefeated as a pro
The Westmeath boxer beat Greg Coverson Jr last night.
View Article'I'd love to share a ring with him' - John Joe Nevin eyes up dream fight with...
The Mullingar boxer returned to the ring last weekend after a nine month absence.
View ArticleJohn Joe Nevin to make ring return later this month following lengthy absence
Nevin hasn’t fought in 13 months but will return to action in London.
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