The Deel & Boyne Anglers Association recently celebrated another successful running of its Annual Jim Glynn Memorial Cup Trout Competition, an event that continues to grow in significance each year. Renamed two years ago in honour of the late Jim Glynn—a beloved lifelong angler and familiar face along the River Deel—the competition welcomed a strong turnout, including many seasoned club members and a healthy number of enthusiastic juvenile anglers.
Jim’s passion for the sport and his deep connection to the river remain fondly remembered, and his spirit was certainly present on the day. Blessed with excellent weather and ideal water conditions, anglers were treated to a fantastic day’s sport. While the focus was firmly on trout, the river, as always, had a few surprises up its sleeve, with a handful of lively pike also making unexpected appearances—each one safely returned to the water to fight another day.
Top honours went to Mr Virgil Malinauskas, who landed a superb wild brown trout tipping the scales at 2lbs 12oz, securing his place atop the leaderboard. Ms Bernadine Gavin, last year’s champion and a regular feature among the top ranks, followed closely with a fine trout weighing 2lbs 7oz. The contest for third was just as competitive, with Mr Nicky Weir claiming the spot thanks to a beautifully marked fish of 2lbs 6oz.
The presentation of the Jim Glynn Memorial Cup was a particularly heartfelt moment, with Jim’s wife, Liz, and daughter, Lorraine, making the presentation. Adding to the family spirit of the day, Lorraine herself took part in the competition, impressively landing a fabulous pike during her outing.
Throughout the event, anglers showcased outstanding examples of wild brown trout, highlighting the river’s enduring quality and the skills of those who fish it. Most importantly, it was a day marked by camaraderie, respect for the water, and a shared love of angling—a fitting tribute to Jim Glynn’s enduring legacy.
Go Fishing…
Fly fishing in the Boyne Valley
