Brett McGinty wins silver in Commonwealth Youth Games in Samoa
BOXER Brett McGinty has won a silver medal at the Commonwealth Youth Games in Samoa.
Brett, who lives in St. Johnston, Donegal, is a six-time Irish champion.
The 2012 European SchoolBoy Bronze Medalist was representing Northern Ireland over in Samoa, and was fighting in the 69kgs group.
The 16-year-old boxes with the Oakleaf Club in Derry.
Brett beat Aussie C. Gripp 3-0 on points in the semi-finals.
He faced Mohammed Harris Akbar of England in the final but unfortunately lost 2-1.
These were the only two rounds Brett lost in the whole tournament.
Well done Brett!