Brian Cooke, National Youth Shore Development Officer with the Irish Federation of Sea Anglers tells us that last Saturday, the IFSA Cast coaching programme was launched in Roney Point beach in County Wexford.

Ava Marshall with a flounder
Ava Marshall with a flounder

The Cast coaching is an angling pathway with six levels that starts from novice up to International World team status.

Cameron Gilbert with a fine flounder
Cameron Gilbert with a fine flounder

35 young anglers from all over the country participated in an inter active coaching day, with trained IFSA coaches and International anglers going to each angler and coaching them on tips, techniques and all aspects of sea angling from the shore.

Chris Sanbak lands a double whiting
Chris Sanbak lands a double whiting

The young anglers had a great day, learning valuable angling tips and interacting with their peers. Species caught were whiting, flounders, dabs, coalfish and smelt.

Happy anglers with their Cast certificates
Happy anglers with their Cast certificates

All participants were awarded Cast certificates based on their skill levels.

Go fishing…

The next event is scheduled for March, details on the IFSA website and Facebook.

Details and photos of the event are on IFSA Website and Facebook page .

IFSA

The Irish Federation of Sea Anglers, a voluntary body and member of the Angling Council of Ireland is the National Governing Body for sea angling recognised by Sport Ireland and SportNI.

The Federation, founded in 1953, provides support for affiliated clubs and members, runs national competitions and presents International teams for Boat & Shore, Senior, Ladies and Juniors on the world stage.

We aim to develop, foster and control the sport of sea angling in Ireland.

The IFSA consists of four Provincial Councils:  UlsterMunsterLeinster and Connaught. These are governed by the Central Council made up of elected National Officers and Officers from each Province. Subject to AGM.