Successful weekend for Donegal boxers at National U-18 Championships


It was a successful weekend for Donegal boxers at the National U-18 Championships held in the National Stadium in Dublin.
On Friday night Cahir Gormely of Illies Golden Gloves defeated Nathan O’Brien of Wexford CBS by unanimous decision to set up a semi final bout with John McConnell of Holy Trinity Boxing Club on January 24th.
There were wins on Saturday evening for Paddy McShane from Letterkenny and Leah Gallen of Raphoe ABC.
McShane claimed an unanimous decision win over Naas boxer Cain O’Toole and will now face Antrim’s Dylan Eagleson in the final of the 49KG category.
Two time European bronze medalist Gallen, will now face Crumlin’s Shelby Myers in the Women’s 69KG category final after she defeated Dominika Gulli of Braken by unambitious decision.
Both finals will take place on January 31st.

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