FERMANAGH Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu star Ewan Suttle claimed a silver medal at the NoGi BJJ British Open in Coventry on Saturday. After a tough start in his own bracket, only losing by an advantage with no points conceded or gained, it was on to the absolute where Suttle fought through some tough matches to qualify for […]
Fermanagh siblings star at Irish Nationals
THE Lannon siblings, Jamie and Ellie, both excelled at the Irish Winter Short Course Nationals, their first senior competition of the year, when they lit up the pool at Craigavon. From Enniskillen, but representing Lurgan Swim Club, the duo competed against some of the fastest senior athletes from Ireland during the meet. Following a busy week […]
Erne Boxing Club packing a punch but in need of support
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AFTER 18 years at the heart of sport in Fermanagh and with over 60 Ulster titles to its name, the Erne Boxing Club continues to punch well above its weight. Much of its recent popularity and acclaim has been down to the success of local pro, Rhys Owens, who has become the first professional boxer […]
Armstrong to compete in World Rally Championship 2026
FERMANAGH driver Jon Armstrong has been confirmed as one of the M-Sport drivers for next year’s World Rally Championship. The Kesh man, who is a two-time Junior WRC runner-up, will represent M-Sport in the campaign, with Shane Byrne as his co-driver. It comes after Armstrong was named the driver of the year on FIAERC.com after […]
Rippey rifles home winner in battle of the Rangers
F&W Division One Enniskillen Rangers…1 Killen Rangers…0 By Jonathan Hogan CONOR Rippey burst forward from left back and rifled the winner through Alan Buchanan’s legs to settle a bruising all-Rangers affair at The Ball Range on Saturday. The decisive moment, deep into the second half, had its roots in neat, patient build-up. Mark White sparked […]
Students impress at Post-Primary Schools’ Cross-Country
OVER 200 students from across the county took part at the hugely popular Fermanagh Post-Primary Schools’ Cross-Country event at Castle Irvine Estate in Irvinestown. This is a great development event, where untapped talent can be unearthed and directed towards clubs to further develop the talent they have. At this time of year, it is hard to […]
Halligan hits hat-trick in Enniskillen Rovers victory
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F&W Division Three Enniskillen Rovers 5 St. Patrick’s Castlederg 2 By Patrick McKiernan A HAT-TRICK from Codi Halligan helped Enniskillen Rovers take all three points following their victory over St Patrick’s Castlederg at the Devenish College on Saturday. Rovers battered their Castlederg opponents in the first half and really should have been six up at […]
Bogue eager for more after season to remember in Oz
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DAYS after she helped North Melbourne to back-to-back AFLW Grand Final victories, Bláithín Bogue is set to undergo major surgery for a shoulder injury which she’s carried through the season. The 25-year-old from Tempo etched her name into the history books on Saturday when she played a key role as the ‘Roos’ overpowered Brisbane Lions to win […]
Erne boxers set the tone for busy schedule
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THE month of November sees Erne Boxing Club kick off a hectic period, with competitors taking on contests in London, the Connacht Open Tournament, and the National Senior Intermediate Championships. Aaliyah Butler launched the campaign with a visit to Wandsworth, London, for the This Girl Can Box Tournament, facing London Community Boxing Club’s Alexsandra Richards in […]
Fermanagh runner Kelly leads the way in Derry
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By Paul O’Neill KATE Kelly proved she’s one of the county’s top athletes when she produced a standout performance at the National Senior, Junior & Even Age Group Championships in Derry on Sunday. Organised by the City of Derry Spartans and held at the Templemore Sports Complex, over 200 athletes took part in a range of competitions […]