CHARLIE Barry (Limerick Lawn Tennis Club) has been selected for the Ireland Team for the upcoming Davis Cup World Cup play-off fixture with Syria at University of Limerick on February 7/8.
The newcomer joins Michael Agwi, Peter Buldorini, Conor Gannon, and Ammar Elamin.
Ireland, under the captaincy of Conor Niland, will look to deliver a strong performance over the weekend.
On his selection, Barry, 24, said: “I’m extremely excited for the opportunity to perform on home soil. It’s always been a dream of mine to play Davis Cup for Ireland. Almost 20 years since I first picked up a tennis racquet, it feels incredibly special to come full circle and play my first tie in Limerick.”
Added Niland: “We are excited to return to Limerick. The atmosphere was incredible there on our last visit and the team are looking forward to experiencing that again. The team are in good spirits and are very much looking forward to another great occasion.”
“To now also have a Limerick player in Charlie, whose recent performances on the Futures circuit more than justify his selection, adds something extra.”