Wexford GAA to probe new racism claims

The Wexford GAA player targeted by racist abuse fears the cruel taunts will drive away mixed-race hopefuls — just as the GAA in the county are about to launch a further racism investigation.

Lee Chin was playing for his Wexford town football club, Sarsfields, in the Co SFC when he was subjected to the taunts which led to the suspension of two Duffry Rovers players by Wexford GAA for two months each. But another racist scandal has rocked Wexford GAA after it emerged the CCCC is about to carry out a further investigation into alleged abuse of St Joseph’s junior footballer, Eddie Lawlor during a recent club game.

The club and player are awaiting an investigation into alleged racist abuse of the player by an umpire. While the St Joseph’s club have confirmed they have written to Wexford GAA Board seeking an investigation they are unwilling to comment further at this stage. Wexford GAA PRO Rory Murphy said the board received a letter which will be fully investigated.