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Watch: Brett McGinty talks move into pro ranks – and his early hopes

written by Chris McNulty October 4, 2019
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BRETT MCGINTY officially turned professional last weekend and is aiming for a pre-Christmas rumble for his debut.

The 21-year-old, an eight-time Irish champion, leaves the amateur ranks after appearing in two Irish Elite finals.

McGinty has joined up with the Los Angeles-based Sheer Sports Management, who have Jason Quigley and the McKenna brothers, Aaron and Stevie, in their stable.

Middleweight McGinty will be trained in Manchester by former multiple world champion Ricky Hatton.

A standout through his teenage yeas with the Oakleaf ABC in Derry, McGinty also won a Commonwealth Youth Games silver and European Schoolboys bronze medals.

That he will be based in Manchester having turned pro brings a unique family link with his cousin, Tyler Toland, having recently signed a two-year deal at Manchester City.

This week, Donegal Daily/Donegal Sport Hub Sports Editor Chris McNulty caught up with McGinty for a wide-ranging interview. Watch the full interview below …

Watch: Brett McGinty talks move into pro ranks – and his early hopes was last modified: October 4th, 2019 by Chris McNulty

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Brett McGintyKen SheerOakleaf ABCRicky HattonSheer Sports ManagementSt Johnston
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Chris McNulty

Sports writer from St Johnston, now based in Letterkenny, with ten years' experience covering sport in Donegal. Was a nominee for NUJ Sports Journalist of the Year in 2010. Honoured by the Donegal Boxing Board in 2016 for his coverage on the sport.

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