World Handball Emerald ‘A’ Doubles title for Cork’s John Herlihy;

The 2024 World Handball Emerald ‘A’ Doubles was won by John Herlihy (Cork) and Michael Dowling (Kildare) recently.

In the Quarter Final at Ballymore Estuace, Co.Kildare,  John & Michael defeated Mike Naughton (Westmeath) & John Ryan (Limerick) by 15-10, 15-11.

The semi final was held at Garryhill, Co.Carlow, with Thomas Donagan (Limerick) & John Stofki (USA) defeated by 15-9, 15-11.

Returning to the Garryhill venue for the final, John and Michael were pitted against Jeff Catham (USA) and Rob Pearce (USA) and over powered their American opponents 15-2, 15-4 to claim the World Handball Emerald A Doubles championship 2024.

Many congratulations to John & Michael on their wonderful achievement.