07/07/2026
Meet the Board: Barry Healy – Digital Communications Officer
Barry joined the WST Board in 2025 as Digital Communications Officer, to help to grow the Trust's online presence and strengthen how it communicates with members and supporters.
Barry lives with his wife and two young children in Ballymore Eustace, a small village in Ireland. When he's not working or volunteering with the Trust, you'll usually find him listening to music, reading or hunting for a decent cup of coffee.
So, how did an Irishman end up supporting Wrexham?
In 2002, Barry moved to Wrexham to study at university and soon found himself heading to the Racecourse on a regular basis. His first game was a 0-0 draw against Scunthorpe United. It wasn't exactly a classic, but there was something about the club, the ground and the people that kept him coming back.
Although he returned to Ireland in 2007, Barry never lost touch with Wrexham. He continued to follow the club through the highs and lows, including several years spent living in Canada, before eventually becoming a WST member in 2012.
After hearing about plans to expand the Trust's digital communications and social media activity, Barry offered to get involved. Joining the Board was an opportunity to combine his professional experience with his passion for the club and give something back to a community that has been part of his life for more than 20 years.
These days, living in Ireland means trips to the Racecourse are less frequent than he'd like, but being involved with the Trust helps Barry stay connected to the club and culture, and he's also managed to pass the Wrexham bug on to his two young children.
🔴 First game: Wrexham 0-0 Scunthorpe United (2002)
Not a classic by any stretch, but it was enough to keep me coming back. I remember vividly Peter Beagrie being relentlessly tormented by a group of about eight-year-olds every time he went over to take a corner. Looking back, there were a few of from Ireland and we were made feel welcome – much more than poor old Peter.
🔴 Favourite game: Wrexham 3-3 Shrewsbury Town (2003)
My first game under the Racecourse lights. A sell-out crowd, plenty of bite on the pitch and a lot riding on the result as we pushed for promotion. There was a brilliant atmosphere all evening, helped by a few pints in The Walnut beforehand (and a few afterwards). That was a really exciting Wrexham side to watch too and one of the nights that made me fall in love with the club.
🔴 Worst defeat: Newport County 2-0 Wrexham (National League Play-Off Final, 2013)
I wasn't there in person, but living in Ireland didn't make it hurt any less watching on Setanta Sports. It felt like another kick in the teeth after years of trying to get out of the National League. At the time, it genuinely felt like we'd never escape. A real low point.
🔴 Favourite player:
A difficult one.
From that early 2000s team, it's a toss-up between Carlos Edwards and Andy Morrell. Carlos was pure excitement every time he got on the ball, while Morrell was a goal machine.
From the more recent era, I'd have to go with James McClean. It was a massive signing and a real statement of intent from the club. A player with over 100 caps for Ireland turning out for Wrexham felt surreal (and there has been a lot of surreal in recent years), and you've got to admire a bit of sh*thousery too.
🔴 Favourite shirt: 2013-14 Away Shirt (Green & Black Adidas)
It has to be the long-sleeved version. A beautiful shirt and one I own and love. In fact, I managed to track one down on eBay for my son, who turns five this year. Hopefully he's starting young.
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