Irish Para Athletics Team Head to Paris for Key Grand Prix Test
A dynamic team of eight elite Irish para athletes is poised to compete at a major stop on the World Para Athletics Grand Prix circuit in Paris from June 2 – 4. Taking place at the renowned Charlety Stadium the event promises world-class competition as Ireland’s top Para athletes go head-to-head with the best from […]
Your Chance to Guide Ireland’s Para Triathlon Talent
Triathlon Ireland is inviting expressions of interest from individuals interested in supporting developing and elite Para triathletes by becoming part of their national guide pool. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-performance sport and play a meaningful role in the Para triathlon community. No previous guiding experience is required – just a strong […]
Gold for Dunlevy & Kelly, Silver for Timothy at World Cup in Italy
Ireland’s para-cycling duo, Katie-George Dunlevy and Linda Kelly, continued their winning form at the UCI Para-Cycling Road World Cup in Maniago, Italy, held from May 15 to May 18. The pair claimed gold in both the time trial and the road race, reaffirming their position among the world’s elite in Para-cycling. Their performance marked a […]
Neasa Russell Honoured with Women in Sport Award
Neasa Russell, Chief Operating Officer of Paralympics Ireland, has been named the recipient of the prestigious Women in Sport Award at the 2025 Federation of Irish Sport Awards, in recognition of her exceptional leadership and transformative impact on Irish sport. Over the course of her career, Neasa Russell has redefined what strategic leadership looks like […]
Irish Para-Athlete Lana Sutton Shines with 100m Victory at Loughborough International
Irish Para-athlete Lana Sutton delivered a sensational performance at this year’s Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) meet, clinching victory in the Women’s 100m Para event and affirming her status as one of Ireland’s most exciting emerging talents in track and field. Competing at the Paula Radcliffe Stadium, Sutton powered to a dominant finish in a competitive […]
Paralympics Ireland Elects Dockery and Claffey as New Vice Presidents
Patrice Dockery and Lorcan Claffey were officially elected as Vice Presidents of Paralympics Ireland at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday, May 15th. The appointments mark a significant moment for the national governing body, as both bring a wealth of experience in sport, governance, and advocacy to their new leadership roles. Their election signals […]
Lisa Clancy Elected as New President of Paralympics Ireland
Lisa Clancy’s appointment was confirmed at the Annual General Meeting of Paralympics Ireland held at the Crowne Plaza in Blanchardstown on Thursday, May 15th. The new president had served as Vice President since 2021 and represented the board of Paralympics Ireland at the Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. She brings a wealth of […]
LA28 Announces Venues for 2028 Paralympic and Olympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies
The LA28 Organising Committee has confirmed that the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and the Stadium in Inglewood will serve as the official venues for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the 2028 Paralympic and Olympic Games. The Paralympic Opening Ceremony on 15 August 2028 will take centre stage at the Stadium in Inglewood. Following two […]
Irish Para-Cyclists Shine in Belgium Claiming Three World Cup Medals
The first UCI Para-cycling Road World Cup event of the year took place in Ostend and Bruges from May 1st to 4th, where the Irish team delivered standout performances. Double Paralympian Richael Timothy impressed in the WC3 category, earning a bronze medal in the individual road race. Tandem duo Katie-George Dunlevy and Linda Kelly showcased […]
Irish Para-Cyclists Set for Packed International Road Campaign This May
Ireland’s road para-cyclists are gearing up for a busy few weeks, with athletes from both the High Performance and Development squads set to compete. The first UCI Para-cycling Road World Cup event of the year takes riders to Ostend and Bruges from May 1st to 4th. A larger development team will then head to Lublin, […]
Paralympics Ireland Announces New Partnership with Uber
Paralympics Ireland is proud to announce a new partnership with Uber that will provide vital support to its athletes in the lead-up to major international competitions. Through this sponsorship, Uber will deliver direct financial assistance and access to its transport services for members of the Paralympics Ireland team. This comprehensive support package is designed to […]
Paralympics Ireland’s Aspire Programme Prepares for First Performance Camp
Paralympics Ireland’s Aspire Programme supported by Deloitte is set to host its highly anticipated first Performance Pathway Camp on Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th, bringing together a dynamic group of emerging athletes for a weekend of education, connection, and personal development. The event will take place at the Sport Ireland Institute on the […]
