Centre in Cork in County Cork, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)

The Buckley Family Of Mallow

— Cork Boxing Wall of Honour —

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 15, 2026

1. The Buckley Family Of Mallow Marker

Inscription. This plaque proudly acknowledges and celebrates the illustrious boxing achievements of
The Buckley Family Of Mallow
Pa (Senior), Paddy, Dave
J.J, John L, Dan
Each of whom excelled in and were outstanding ambassadors for the sport

Unveiled by Joe Buckley 24th Sept. 2022.

Erected 2022 by The Cork Ex Boxers in Association with the Cork City Council.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports.

Location. 51° 53.829′ N, 8° 28.563′ W. Marker is in Cork, Munster, in County Cork. It is in Centre. It is on Grand Parade north of Oliver Plunkett Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 74 Grand Parade, Cork, Munster, Ireland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

on the Atlantic Arc,

in Europe,

on the Island of Ireland,

on the Celtic Fringe,

in the European Union,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.

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least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Tree of Liberty (here, next to this marker); Steve Collins (here, next to this marker); Albie Murphy (here, next to this marker); Mick Leahy (here, next to this marker); The Glen B.C. Cork (here, next to this marker); Cork's Young Boxers (here, next to this marker); Olympic Boxers From Cork (here, next to this marker); Tommy Hyde (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Cork.

Also see . . . Buckley Boxing Family of Mallow Honoured for Century-Long Contribution to Irish Boxing.

The Buckley boxing story dates back to the early 20th century. In 1922, Pa Buckley Senior made history by becoming the first Cork boxer to win an All-Ireland Senior title, securing the National Bantamweight Championship shortly after the formation of the Irish Amateur Boxing Association. He went on to win a second national title in 1925, establishing himself as a pioneering figure in the sport.

From their base on Fair Street in Mallow, boxing became a defining family tradition. Over successive generations, the Buckleys produced county champions, national
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 15, 2026

2. The Buckley Family Of Mallow Marker
The marker is the leftmost dedicated on the bottom row of the Cork Boxing Wall of Honour.
title holders, and representatives for Ireland on the international stage.

(Submitted on June 12, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

Credits. This page was last revised on July 25, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 12, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 10 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 12, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.