IPC European Open Swim Championships Day 1 Round Up – Incredible swim from Ailbhe Kelly sees her claim yet another PB
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Ireland’s Ailbhe Kelly was flying the tricolour high in Funchal, Portugal this evening as she took to the pool in the Women’s 100m Freestyle S8 final. The Castleknock star secured her place in the final earlier on this morning after swimming a Personal Best in the heats in a time of 1.19.03. While the rest […]
Brazil too strong for Ireland in opener of CP Football Pre-Paralympic tournament
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The Irish CP Football team had to settle for second best in the opening game of the CP Football Pre-Paralympic tournament in Salou, Spain this afternoon as they went head-to-head with a strong Brazilian team. In what was a tough and competitive game, the Irish squad had some decent chances before the break, but went […]
UPDATE: Ailbhe Kelly books spot in 100m Freestyle final at European Open Championships
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The first day of the International Para European Open Swim Championships kicked off today in Funchal, Portugal. Four Irish swimmers were in action, with newcomer, Barry McClements taking to the pool first in the Men’s 50m Freestyle S9 heats. The talented 14-year-old, who was making his debut at this level, secured a fantastic Personal Best, finishing […]