Inaugural Paralympics Ireland Para Sport Forum: Paving the Way to LA2028 and Beyond
Yesterday marked a milestone for Paralympics Ireland as the first Para Sport Forum was held at the Sport Ireland Campus. The event set the stage for a more collaborative and strategic approach to partnerships within the Para sports community. Key stakeholders came together for meaningful discussions, sparking innovative ideas and laying the groundwork for impactful […]
Seven legacies of the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games may well still be one year away however the event is already having a transformational impact on the host cities and regions in Italy, triggering tremendous changes which benefit the whole of society. The Games are acting as a catalyst to improve accessibility across Italy. Here are seven […]
Milano Cortina 2026 Set To Be “The Most Beautiful Paralympic Winter Games Yet”
IPC President is expecting world class sport from an event which is already transforming the host nation. With one year to go (6 March 2025), International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President Andrew Parsons has said he fully expects Milano Cortina 2026 to be “the most beautiful Paralympic Winter Games yet” and believes the performances of Paralympic […]
Orla Comerford Billed to Compete at the European Indoor Championships
The European Athletics Indoor Championships, Apeldoorn 2025 takes place this weekend and will mark the 37th edition of this prestigious event. From March 6th to 9th, 2025, the Omnisport Arena will welcome over 700 elite athletes from 50 nations, competing across seven thrilling sessions. With an expected 27,500 spectators, the atmosphere promises to be electric, […]
Lana Sutton Sets New Personal Best at Sussex Indoor Championships
Lana Sutton continues her great start to the 2025 season, setting a new personal best of 8.21 over 60m at the Sussex Indoor Championships this weekend. This follows up her previous personal best of 8.23 over 60m which she set at the Irish National Senior Indoor Championships on February 23rd, only one week ago. Paralympic […]
Government and Sport Ireland Announce Increased Core Funding for 2025
The Department of Arts, Media, Communications, Culture & Sport and Sport Ireland have announced the Government will invest €31.3m in the sport sector including National Governing Bodies for Sport (NGBs), the network of Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs), and other funded bodies for 2025. This is the highest ever level of Core investment and has increased […]
Róisín Ní Riain Named Irish Independent Young Sportstar of the Year for 2024
After a standout 2024 season filled with European and Paralympic triumphs, Róisín Ní Riain has added yet another accolade to her collection—being named the Irish Independent Young Sportstar of the Year. Her dominance at the Para Swimming European Championships, where she earned two gold medals, made her a standout choice. The trip proved to be an […]
Ní Ríain and Sisters Win Bronze in Relay at McCullagh International Open Meet
Four Paralympians were in action at the 2025 McCullagh International Open Meet last weekend at the Aurora Sports & Leisure Centre in Bangor. The event, hosted by Swim Ireland in partnership with Swim Ulster is a highlight of the Irish swimming competition calendar. Róisín Ní Ríain along with her two sisters Sorcha and Meadhbh were […]
Cycling Ireland Launch 2025 Paracycling Events Calendar
Cycling Ireland has officially launched its 2025 Para cycling calendar, featuring an exciting schedule of events across the country. The calendar offers riders of all abilities the opportunity to compete, develop their skills, and engage with the wider cycling community. With a mix of road and track events, the season promises to be both competitive […]
Lana Sutton Sets Personal Best at National Senior Indoor Championships
The 2025 National Senior Indoor Championships took place on this weekend, bringing together the biggest names in Irish athletics for an exciting weekend of competition. The event saw the country’s top track and field athletes vying for national titles and showcasing their talent as they continue their journey towards international success. Lana Sutton started her […]
Irish Dressage Pair Shine in Qatar with Podium Finishes and Personal Bests
This weekend, Ireland was represented at the CHI AL SHAQAB in Doha by Paralympian Sarah Slattery and Katie Reilly, riding their mares Savona and Keystone Dawn Chorus (Lottie). The prestigious event, hosted at the Al Shaqab Equestrian Center in Qatar has become a key highlight on the international equestrian calendar, drawing competitors from various disciplines […]
Women in Sport Week 2025
Sport Ireland’s Women in Sport Week 2025 will take place from March 3rd to 9th, aligning with International Women’s Day on March 8th. First launched in March 2021, this annual event has become a significant platform for celebrating, promoting, and increasing the visibility of women’s sport and women in sport. Visibility is a key pillar […]
