Billy Walsh resignation: 'The hardest decision I've ever made'

'Protracted' negotiations with the boxing coach had been ongoing for months

Billy Walsh said it impossible for him to stay. Pic: INPHO

Just days after the latest Irish boxing victory, head coach Billy Walsh has announced his resignation from the High Performance Unit.

The legendary coach had been in "protracted" negotiations with the Irish Amateur Boxing Association (IABA) for much of this year.

Reacting to the announcement Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Brendan Howlin said it is "most unfortunate" that Walsh was leaving his position in Irish boxing.

"Ireland’s most successful sporting coach has ...