Portadown schoolgirl boxing star Lucie Prentice brings home bronze from European championships
Portadown teenager Lucie Prentice is celebrating more success in the boxing ring after earning a medal in the European U17 Boxing Championships 2025.
After a successful selection process, 15-year-old Lucie was awarded a place in the Irish team to head to the U17 European championships in Germany.
Lucie, a Year 12 student and current head girl at St John the Baptist’s College in Portadown, has returned home from the championships with a bronze medal.
The schoolgirl, who boxes for Banbridge Boxing Club, travelled to Kienbaum in Germany in December as part of the Irish team.
Competing against some of the best young boxers in Europe, Lucie’s performance on the European stage marks a significant achievement in her developing career.
"I was delighted with the outcome,” said Lucie. “These were my first European Championships and I’ve come home with a medal. I’m still age-eligible to compete at European under-17s next year, so that’s the plan — and to better my bronze,”
St John the Baptist’s College was full of praise for Lucie, who has been boxing since she was just nine years of age.
"European bronze medal proudly presented to our very own Lucie Prentice. A star in the making!” the school posted on social media.
Banbridge Boxing Club also paid tribute to Lucie on her success and also that of fellow club member and bronze medallist Paige Nickels.
"A brilliant achievement to be coming home with bronze! Both girls have made their families, coaches, and everyone involved incredibly proud,” a spokesperson for the club said.