Job Opportunity: National Performance Director – Swim Ireland
Swim Ireland is seeking an ambitious and visionary National Performance Director to lead the future of high-performance aquatics on the island of Ireland. This senior leadership role oversees the full Performance Programme including Swimming, Para Swimming, Diving and Open Water, with a mission to drive international success at Olympic, Paralympic, World and European levels. The […]
Lisa Clancy Recognised Among Ireland’s Most Influential Women in Sport
Paralympics Ireland President Lisa Clancy has been named in the 2025 Sport for Business 50 Women of Influence in Irish Sport, a recognition that reflects her long-standing commitment to leadership, equality and the advancement of Para sport in Ireland. Elected President in May 2025, Lisa brings a wealth of expertise shaped by senior roles across […]
Neasa Russell Highlights Leadership and Inclusion at Women in Sport Summit
The Sport Ireland Women in Sport Summit took place on Saturday, November 8th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Blanchardstown, bringing together more than 200 delegates from across the Irish sporting landscape. The event, themed “From Progress to Impact: Leading the Next Chapter for Women in Sport,” celebrated the collective effort driving greater representation, visibility, […]
Tom Williamson Named Para Triathlete of the Year at 2025 Triathlon Ireland Awards
Tom Williamson was crowned Para Triathlete of the Year at the 2025 Triathlon Ireland Awards, held on Saturday, 8th November at the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road in Dublin. Williamson received his award from Paralympics Ireland President Lisa Clancy, in recognition of an outstanding season representing Ireland on the international stage. In October, Williamson delivered a […]
Don’t Miss Out: Allianz NextGen Dublin Just Around The Corner
Paralympics Ireland is proud to host the final instalment of the 2025 NextGen series on November 30th at the National Indoor Arena, offering aspiring Para athletes the chance to discover their Paralympic potential. Allianz NextGen is a one day opportunity to discover your Paralympic potential by exploring a variety of Paralympic sports. The event also offers […]
Irish Para Swimmers Ní Riain and Brady Celebrated at 2025 Swim Ireland Awards
Ireland’s top para swimmers were celebrated at the 2025 Swim Ireland Awards, held on Saturday evening at the Crowne Plaza, Blanchardstown, where the achievements of athletes across Irish aquatics were recognised following another exceptional season on the world stage. Róisín Ní Riain was named Para Swimmer of the Year, capping off an extraordinary season that […]
Para Athletes Set to Embrace ‘Ownership’ at Third Deloitte Aspire Weekend
Paralympics Ireland’s Aspire Programme, proudly supported by Deloitte, will host its third Aspire weekend on Saturday April 26th and Sunday April 27th, at the Sport Ireland Institute and the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown. Bringing together a talented group of emerging Para athletes, this two day camp will focus on the theme of “Ownership”, helping participants strengthen […]
Paralympics Ireland Hosts Collaborative Sports Forum to Shape the Future of Para Sport
Paralympics Ireland brought together representatives from across Ireland’s sporting landscape last week for the Paralympics Ireland Sports Forum, an engaging and collaborative event focused on strengthening partnerships and advancing the Para sport pathway. The forum, attended by delegates from a wide range of National Governing Bodies and organisations, provided a platform for shared learning, open […]
Top Ten Finishes for Team Ireland at World Triathlon Para Championships
The spotlight of the multisport world was on Australia this week as the World Triathlon Championships took centre stage in Wollongong. Saturday’s schedule featured the World Triathlon Para Championships, where the world’s top paratriathletes battled for glory across multiple classifications. Team Ireland fielded a strong lineup, with Tom Williamson racing in the Men’s PTS5 category, […]
Driving Inclusion: Paralympics Ireland at Sport for Social Good Conference
The 2025 Edition of Sport for Social Good took place in Dublin on October 15th, bringing together leaders from across the sporting sector to discuss how sport can drive meaningful social impact. Paralympics Ireland was pleased to take part in this year’s event, contributing to an important conversation about developing inclusive pathways in Para sport. […]
Dublin to Welcome Allianz NextGen in November
Paralympics Ireland is excited to announce the final Allianz Next Gen event of 2025, which will take place on November 30th at the National Indoor Arena, Dublin. Allianz NextGen is a one-day regional opportunity to discover your paralympic potential through a range of physical challenges and exploring different Paralympic sports. There is also the […]
Comerford named Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Month
Two time World Para Athletics gold medallist Orla Comerford has been named joint Irish Times Sportswoman of the Month for September. The 28-year-old Raheny Shamrock sprinter enjoyed a sensational World Championships in New Delhi, capturing gold in both the T13 100m and 200m events. Comerford claimed her first-ever World Championship medal in the 100m, powering […]
