John McGuinness RIP
It is with great sadness that Paralympics Ireland have learned of the passing of two time Paralympian John McGuinness. John represented Ireland at the Paralympic Games in both Seoul and Barcelona. He was the winner of three Paralympic medals, all coming in Seoul but from two sports as he claimed a silver medal in the […]
Sod Turned on Velodrome and Badminton Centre
Paralympics Ireland welcome the beginning of the new National Velodrome and Badminton Centre. The sod was officially turned at the Sport Ireland Campus by Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport Patrick O’Donovan, Minister of State with Special Responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy Charlie McConalogue and Sport Ireland CEO Dr. Úna May. The centre will […]
Two Medals for Ireland at Powerlifting World Championships
Niamh Buckley has clinched a brilliant World Championship Gold at the World Para Powerlifting Championships in Cairo, Egypt. The young Cork star, who won silver in Dubai, improved on that great performance by producing her best ever lift to win Gold with a new European Record of 77kg in the up to 73kg category. Buckley […]
Para Athletes Deliver Best Performances in a Decade
Para Swimming and Para Athletics enjoy best performance in a decade. Medals and lifetime best results were the themes of the month as Singapore and New Delhi were the scene of the best performances in nearly a decade for Irish Para Swimmers and Para Athletics team members. Taking up where the Para Cycling team had […]
Joan Kennedy Kelly RIP
Paralympics Ireland are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Joan Kennedy Kelly. Joan held the position of president of Archery Ireland at the time of her passing. She was a proud supporter of the development of the Para Archery programme that has produced two time Paralympian Kerrie Leonard. Joan was a mother of […]
Job Opportunity: Para Swim Athlete Assistant Panel
Paralympics Ireland are seeking applicants for the role of Para Swim Athlete Assistant. As the Athlete Assistant, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, individualised support to athlete(s) with a disability as part of the performance Para Swim team preparing for major international championships. Our aim is to enable athletes to achieve their sporting goals […]
Bocquet Takes Stunning Second in Diamond League
2024 Paris Paralympian wasted no time in getting back out on track following her Paris 2024 adventure with a fantastic second placed finish at the latest Diamond League competition. Bocquet competed in the T54 800m at the Allianz Memorial Van Damme Diamond League meeting in Brussels where she produced a superb performance as she crossed […]
Minister Byrne and Sport Ireland wish Team Ireland the Best
Minister Thomas Byrne, Sport Ireland, and Paralympics Ireland wish Team Ireland the best at Paralympic Games As Team Ireland gears up for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Minister of State for Sport, Physical Education and the Gaeltacht, Thomas Byrne and Sport Ireland came together to extend their best wishes to Paralympics Ireland and the […]
Comerford and Judge to Fly Flag for Ireland
Paralympics Ireland have today confirmed that Orla Comerford and Colin Judge will carry the flag for Team Ireland at the Opening Ceremony at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Orla Comerford will compete in her third Paralympic Games after her debut appearance at the Rio 2016 Games. The T13 100m sprinter has been in electric […]
Paralympics Ireland Present Team Ireland Paris 2024
Team Ireland were assembled for the first time at the R.D.S in Dublin for the official presentation of the 35 strong team that will represent Ireland at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Chef de Mission, Neasa Russell, introduced the team and the cast of support staff that will travel to Paris ahead of the Paralympic […]
Allianz Announced as the Official Broadcast Sponsor of RTÉ’s Coverage for Paris 2024
Allianz has announced an exclusive sponsorship deal with RTÉ, becoming the official broadcast sponsor for the coverage of the Paris 2024 Paralympic and Olympic Games. This exciting partnership, brokered by Starcom, will bring Irish viewers closer to the action and excitement of the Games, showcasing the inspiring journeys of athletes as they strive for glory […]
Job Opportunity: Boccia Ireland Head Coach
Together with Boccia Ireland, Paralympics Ireland are recruiting for the role of Boccia Head Coach. This role is supported by Sport Ireland and part of the High-Performance Coach Apprentice Scheme. As the Head Coach, your primary responsibility is to lead the development and performance progress of Boccia athletes at national and international level. You will […]
