Bernard Dunne joins Wexford GAA in new talent & culture development role

September 13, 2025

Former world boxing champion Bernard Dunne has been appointed by Wexford GAA in a newly created Talent & Culture Development role.

Dunne’s role is set to entail supporting players and enhancing performance standards, as well as building a culture of excellence across the county.

Along with previously having worked with the Dublin senior footballers, Dunne also worked with athletes qualifying for Olympic Games and World Championships while he was high performance director with the Irish Athletic Boxing Association.

A statement released on the official Wexford county board website yesterday read:

“Wexford GAA, through the High Performance Plan for Hurling, is delighted to announce the appointment of former world champion boxer Bernard Dunne to a newly created Talent & Culture Development role. This position represents a major step forward in Wexford GAA’s commitment to supporting players, enhancing performance standards, and building a strong culture of excellence across the county.

Wexford GAA is delighted to announce the appointment of former world champion boxer Bernard Dunne to a newly-created Talent & Culture Development role. For more, tap below:https://t.co/ZRZuA98K6C

— Wexford GAA (@OfficialWexGAA) September 12, 2025

“Dunne, a proven leader in elite sport, has guided athletes to Olympic and World Championship success as High Performance Director with Irish Boxing, overseen major progress in Indian boxing, and contributed to Dublin football’s historic All-Ireland run.

“In his new role, Dunne will work with players, coaches, and management to strengthen player pathways, develop coaching standards, and embed a winning culture across Wexford hurling.

Speaking on Dunne’s appointment Wexford GAA Chairperson John Kenny, said:

“We are thrilled to welcome Bernard to Wexford GAA. His experience at the very highest level of sport, and his proven ability to build winning cultures, will be a huge asset to our players and coaches throughout the county.”

Dunne himself added: “I believe in the power of culture, values, and high standards to unlock potential. Wexford has a proud tradition, and I’m looking forward to helping athletes thrive.”

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