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19/07/2011
Fund Of €1.25m Announced To Support Boxing
A one-off grant of €1.25 million to improve facilities at boxing clubs, and in particular to provide accommodation for female boxers, has been announced by Michael Ring, the Minister of State for Tourism & Sport.
The special allocation is being administered by the Irish Amateur Boxing Association (IABA).
Minister Ring said: “This special allocation is a fitting gesture to mark the centenary of the IABA and recognises that boxing is by far Ireland’s most successful Olympic sport.
“It also acknowledges the fact that many boxing clubs operate in facilities which are in poor condition and lack basic facilities. This special allocation is an important step in helping to ensure that young people will be able to train in decent facilities which are fit for purpose.”
(BMcN/GK)
The special allocation is being administered by the Irish Amateur Boxing Association (IABA).
Minister Ring said: “This special allocation is a fitting gesture to mark the centenary of the IABA and recognises that boxing is by far Ireland’s most successful Olympic sport.
“It also acknowledges the fact that many boxing clubs operate in facilities which are in poor condition and lack basic facilities. This special allocation is an important step in helping to ensure that young people will be able to train in decent facilities which are fit for purpose.”
(BMcN/GK)
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