AIB Photojournalism Awards 2011
18 February 2011; Sportsfile staff photographer Oliver McVeigh, left, from Donoughmore, Co. Tyrone, with MC Des Cahill of RTÉ, and his photograph titled "Heading for Victory" which was shortlisted for the AIB Photojournalism Exhibition. The photograph is boxer Paul McCloskey celebrating retaining his European Light Welterweight title following victory over Brian Morrison with the referee stopping the fight in the 7th round. This year, over 2,010 images were entered by 123 photographers from around the country, across nine categories - news, daily life, sports action, sports portfolio, portrait, environment, politics, arts & entertainment and reportage. The AIB Photojournalism Exhibition, featuring 122 prints, opens in AIB Bank, Cornelscourt, on Tuesday, 22nd February 2011. It will then go on tour, visiting selected AIB branches and other venues nationwide. Masterclasses for schools, camera clubs and photography students will also be held in locations throughout the country over the coming months. Burlington Hotel, Dublin. Picture credit: Ray McManus / SPORTSFILE
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