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.
The Cast coaching is an angling pathway with six levels that starts from novice up to International World team status.
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.
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.
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: Ulster, Munster, Leinster and Connaught. These are governed by the Central Council made up of elected National Officers and Officers from each Province. Subject to AGM.
