IN 2024, TEAM IRELAND CELEBRATES 100 YEARS OF PARTICIPATION AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES.

Team Ireland’s centenary celebrations honour not only our athletes but ignite a spark of inspiration in the hearts of future generations. We pay tribute to the legacy of Irish Olympians, who have paved the way over the past century, acknowledging their dedication and achievements that have brought pride to our nation. By sharing their stories, we ensure their impact endures for generations to come.

Centenary Ball

100 YEARS MILESTONE STORIES

Olympian Spotlight - Julie Parkes & Carol-Ann Heavey

Olympian Spotlight – Julie Parkes & Carol-Ann Heavey

Swimmers Carol-Ann Heavey and Julie Parkes at Dublin airport before departing for the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. More than 1,000 people have represented Ireland at the Olympic Games since our nation first participated in Paris 1924. In the second of an ongoing series exploring the personal stories of Ireland's Olympians, Julie Brown (nee [...]

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Olympian Spotlight - Terry McHugh

Olympian Spotlight – Terry McHugh

Earlier this month, Terry McHugh was presented with the Olympic Federation of Ireland Presidentโ€™s Award in recognition of his achievements across two sports and six Olympic Games. As well as being the only Irish athlete to have competed in so many Games, Terry is in an exclusive club of dual winter and summer Olympians - [...]

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Pre-Order Team Ireland Closing Ceremony Jackets

Pre-Order Team Ireland Closing Ceremony Jackets

LW Pearl are releasing a limited number of 2024 Team Ireland Closing / Medal Ceremony Jackets for pre-order. It's your chance to own the exact jacket that was created for and worn by our Team Ireland Olympians in Paris this summer. PRE ORDER HERE

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100 YEARS OF TEAM IRELAND CELEBRATED AT CENTENARY OLYMPIC BALL

100 YEARS OF TEAM IRELAND CELEBRATED AT CENTENARY OLYMPIC BALL

PHOTOS Last night, over 700 guests gathered for the special Team Ireland Centenary Olympic Ball, at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin. In 1924 the first team competed for Ireland at the Olympic Games in Paris, and throughout the evening athletes and performances spanning the one hundred years were celebrated. ย  The unique event was [...]

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