By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Castle
A Civic Reception marking Wexford Football League team’s historic victory in the 2025 FAI Oscar Traynor Cup was held in Enniscorthy Castle tonight with proceedings headed by Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr Joe Sullivan.
Under Manager Willie Peare it was only the second time in history that Wexford have won the Oscar Traynor Cup with the previous success coming 15 years ago in 2010 under the stewardship of John Godkin. Wexford beat Limerick in extra time to secure honours for 2024-’25.
Cllr Joe Sullivan said that Civic Receptions are awarded in recognition of a significant and momentous achievement by an individual/group or organisation at national level or international level.
“It is an honour to attend Enniscorthy Castle this evening as the Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council as we celebrate an incredible achievement by Wexford Football League team winning the Pat Whitty Leinster Cup and our proud winners of the FAI Oscar Traynor Cup 2025,” said Cllr Sullivan, who added; “Your victory is more than a win on the pitch – it is a shining example of what can be achieved through dedication, teamwork and belief.”
“Wexford County Council are delighted to mark this victory with a Civic Reception in your honour. The reception shows how proud we are of the team, the Manager and coaches and all those involved in bringing about this great sporting victory. We wish you continued success as a team and hope you enjoy this special occasion. You’ve made your county proud,” concluded Cllr Sullivan.
Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy, Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council said the call to give the Wexford Football League champions a Civic Reception came from Enniscorthy District members and she added to the congratulations and good wishes.
Manager Willie Peare said they were deeply honoured by the Civic Reception and from the players, management and the background team, family, friends and supporters expressed gratitude for the occasion.
There was also an appreciation expressed by Denis Hennessy from the Wexford Football League.
The attendance included Cllrs Aidan Browne, John O’Rourke, Jackser Owens and Pat Kehoe. Carolyne Godkin, Director of Services Wexford County Council, and Wexford Football League representatives; Denis Hennessy (Chairperson), Padraig Whitty (Fixtures Secretary) and Nicky Murphy (Committee Member). Claire Lawless, District Manager of Enniscorthy Municipal District with Wexford County Council acted as master of ceremonies. The presentation of scrolls were presented by Cllr Joe Sullivan and Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy.
Each member of the team received a commemorative civic scroll as a symbol of appreciation from the people of Wexford for their dedication and success; Raphael Abidoyle, Paul Brennan, Ryan Busher, Sean Allen, Conor Casserly, Niall Connolly, Gary Delaney, Evan Farrell, Luke Greene, Todd Hynes, Robbie Kane, Stephen Kinsella, Jason McGuire, Reece Murphy, Glen O’Brien, John Peare, Eoin Rhodes, Alan Rhodes, Ian Sinnott and Ethan Vickers.
The Management Team were presented with a commemorative civic scroll for their dedication and commitment to the team; Willie Peare (Manager), Mark Ross (Head Coach), Gavin Griffith (Goalkeeper Coach), Conn Mooney (Assistant Manager), Nick Finn (Coach), Billie Byrne (Logistics) and Ivan Lynch (Physio).
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