It’s all systems go in a busy Wexford this week for the World Shore Angling Championships. After a great parade in Wexford with the flags from all nations held high and a superb performance by the Doyle Academy of Irish Dancing, Lough Garman Band, Danescastle Music Group and many more excellent acts, anglers were greeted with pleasant weather on our coast.
Practice session were held on Morriscastle and Ballinoulart. Over 250 competitors and management are on the beach not to mention the stewards and officials.
Every success is wished to our Irish team, especially our ladies who compete for the first time.
Teams competing this year include 11 Ladies Teams and 18 Mens teams. Countries competing include Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, England, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Tunisia, Wales, Portugal and of course Ireland. The south east area is a hive of activity as the competitors have being practicing for well over two weeks for the Championships.
Keep up to date with all the activities on Web: www.ifsa.ie
