News - Boxing
O'Rourke sisters hailed as 'an inspiration' to young boxers in Castlerea
Aoife was crowned world champion last Sunday, replicating her young sisters' achievement in 2022.
Sep 17, 2025 14:13
Excitement palpable in Castlerea ahead of world champion homecoming
A homecoming celebration for world champion boxer Aoife O'Rourke and her sister Lisa is taking place tomorrow evening.
Sep 15, 2025 13:36
Castlerea sisters bring home two world medals
Hyrox is an indoor fitness competition combining eight kilometres of running as well as functional workout stations.
Jun 16, 2025 17:32
Listen: Hero's welcome for O'Rourke sisters following World Boxing silver medals
In a touching moment, the sisters presented Castlerea boxing coach Paddy Sharkey with a medal given to them by IBA for someone who inspires them.
Mar 21, 2025 16:45
Roscommon Cathaoirleach praises O'Rourke sisters' boxing success
A mural paying tribute to the O'Rourke sisters was recently unveiled at Castlerea Boxing Club where the pair first started training.
Mar 21, 2025 13:20
Silver medal winning sisters given hero's welcome in Castlerea
The Tarmon sisters both made their respective finals at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships in Serbia.
Mar 17, 2025 23:40
Planning sought for a new boxing club in Athlone
MCG Planning on behalf of Athlone Boxing Club is applying for permission for the facility at Cloghanboy on the Ballymahon Road in the town.
Nov 14, 2024 13:08
Castlerea prepares to cheer on Olympic boxer Aoife O'Rourke
The middleweight fight will be shown on the big screen in the Hub in Castlerea at 8.50 tonight during the Rose Festival.
Jul 31, 2024 14:05
Olympic excitement in Castlerea as town decorated in support of Aoife O'Rourke
A GoFundMe appeal has raised over €3,000 to help fund decorations for the town.
Jul 23, 2024 17:58
Serious incident at Castlerea boxing club under investigation by Gardaí
The Irish Athletic Boxing Association has condemned the incident at the youth sporting event, branding it as 'abhorrent'.
Mar 2, 2024 01:25
Hundreds welcome Aoife O'Rourke back to Castlerea after latest boxing success
The young Roscommon woman was successful yet again in an international competition.
Oct 24, 2022 07:43
LISTEN: Castlerea preparing for major homecoming for world champion Lisa O'Rourke
The 20-year-old is basking in the glory of securing a world gold medal this week.
May 20, 2022 13:52
WATCH: Katie Taylor calls Lisa O'Rourke after World boxing win
The young Roscommon woman has made boxing history.
May 20, 2022 07:44
Lisa O'Rourke powers into World Boxing final
The 20-year-old woman is one fight away from a gold medal.
May 18, 2022 14:43Shannonside Newsletter
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