Sport Ireland Launches Survey to Support Inclusive Volunteering in Sport
Sport Ireland is inviting people across Ireland to take part in the first-ever Diversification of the Volunteer Base Survey, a key initiative aimed at strengthening and supporting the future of volunteering in sport. The survey forms part of a wider review of volunteer training needs, which will help inform the development of a national approach […]
Swim Ireland Announces Deloitte as Performance Programme Partner
Swim Ireland yesterday announced Deloitte as a new partner of its Performance Programme, marking an important collaboration in supporting Ireland’s high -performance swimmers and divers as they prepare for major international competition. This three year partnership, extending through to LA 2028 and beyond will see Deloitte play a pivotal role in advancing Swim Ireland’s Performance […]
IWA Fitness Inclusion Games Set to Return This May
The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) has announced the return of its Fitness Inclusion Games, with the second edition set to take place on May 7th at the National Indoor Arena on the Sport Ireland Campus. The event will bring together 150 participants with physical disabilities from across Ireland for a dedicated day of inclusive fitness, […]
Irish Para Swimmers Set for Irish Open Test in Bangor
Ireland’s leading Para swimmers return to competition this week as the Irish Open Swimming Championships get underway at the Bangor Aurora Aquatics & Leisure Complex in Bangor, Northern Ireland. Taking place from 8–12 April, the five-day meet is the flagship event on the domestic calendar, bringing together Ireland’s top swimmers to compete for national titles […]
Paralympics Ireland Sports Forum Brings Para Sport Community Together
Paralympics Ireland welcomed members of the national Para sport community to the GAA National Games Development Centre on Tuesday for a highly engaging Spring Edition of the Paralympics Ireland Sports Forum. The day was opened by Paralympics Ireland President Lisa Clancy, who welcomed attendees and set the tone for a programme focused on collaboration, shared […]
Paralympics Ireland Launch Faster Together/Níos Tapúla le Chéile
Paralympics Ireland has launched Faster Together – Níos Tapúla Le Chéile, a new initiative focused on developing a 4x100m Universal Relay programme for Ireland. The programme will begin in 2026, with a structured approach aimed at introducing the event to athletes and coaches, while laying the foundations for future international competition. The 4x100m Universal Relay […]
Shauna Bocquet Claims Victory at Berlin Half Marathon
Irish wheelchair racer Shauna Bocquet produced an excellent performance to take victory in the women’s wheelchair race at the Berlin Half Marathon, crossing the line in 59:11. Competing just one week on from her third-place finish at the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, Bocquet returned to racing in strong form to secure the win in […]
LA28 Reveals Paralympic Look of the Games Inspired by ‘LA in Full Bloom’
With just over two years to go until the Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, LA28 has unveiled the official Look of the Games, a bold and vibrant visual identity that will shape how the Paralympic Games are presented across venues, the host city and digital platforms. Titled LA in Full Bloom, the identity is inspired […]
Relay Gold Caps Off Strong Week for Irish Swimmers in Barcelona
The 2026 Para Swimming World Series in Barcelona concluded with a gold medal for Ireland in the Mixed 4x100m Freestyle Relay, bringing a strong week of racing to a close for the Irish team. Barry McClements, Ellie Lynch, Luke O’Donoghue and Dearbhaile Brady combined to clock 4:42.41, securing top spot on the podium and Ireland’s […]
Irish Team Announced for Para Swimming World Series in Barcelona
Nine swimmers will compete for Ireland across four days of competition at the upcoming Para Swimming World Series event in Barcelona, Spain. The World Series provides an important international racing opportunity for Irish athletes as they continue to test themselves against strong international fields. The Irish team travelling to Barcelona includes Róisín Ní Riain, Dearbhaile […]
Shauna Bocquet Secures Podium Finish at United Airlines NYC Half
Irish wheelchair racer Shauna Bocquet delivered an impressive performance to finish third in the women’s wheelchair race at the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon in New York, crossing the line in 1:02:59. Competing against some of the biggest names in international wheelchair racing, Bocquet secured a podium place in one of the most competitive road […]
Paralympics Ireland Honours Early Trailblazers at UnParalleled Event
Paralympics Ireland proudly hosted UnParalleled: A Celebration of Ireland’s Paralympic Past, a special commemorative event honouring the athletes who represented Ireland at the Paralympic Games between 1960 and 1980. Held in Dublin, the event brought together Paralympians, family members, friends and members of the wider Paralympics Ireland community to celebrate the pioneering generation who helped […]
