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More than 12,000 students from across Ireland joined today’s Olympians Live webinar, delivered as part of the Dare to Believe programme, for a morning of inspiration, insight and interaction with some of Team Ireland’s top athletes. Hosted by Olympian Thomas Barr, the sessions, tailored for both primary and secondary school audiences, featured candid conversations with [...]

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Team Ireland Olympic silver medallist Sonia O'Sullivan joined almost 500 schoolchildren at a special event hosted by Westport Athletics Club, supported by the Dare to Believe Programme, the Olympic Federation of Ireland schools programme sponsored by Allianz Ireland. Set against the stunning backdrop of Croagh Patrick and under bright blue skies, the newly opened track [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) has welcomed today’s announcement by the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport confirming a record €28.5 million investment in high-performance sport for 2026, to be distributed through Sport Ireland. The announcement, made by Minister Patrick O’Donovan and Minister of State Charlie McConalogue, represents the highest-ever annual investment in Ireland’s [...]

Gymnastics Gymnastics Ireland’s own Emma Slevin competed in the NCAA National Final Four on Saturday 18th April with her team, the Minnesota Golden Gophers. This is the first time Minnesota has made the Final Four in their history.   Ranked No. 13 after the NCAA regular season, the Gophers upset No.4 UCLA and No.9 Arkansas in the [...]

Mark your calendars for Friday May 1st and join two of Ireland’s top athletes- Olympic boxer Grainne Walsh and Paralympic Rower Tiarnán O’Donnell. The two super star athletes will be in-studio to tell their inspiring stories, answer student questions, demo some baking skills and Olympic Movement breaks and share their pro-tips! Tiarnán O’Donnell will share [...]

A strong week for Team Ireland across multiple sports, with standout performances and important developments across the high-performance system. Golf Rory McIlroy delivered a historic back-to-back victory at The Masters Tournament, finishing on -12 to secure his sixth major title. The win further underlines his place among the greats of the game and marks a [...]

Kate O’Connor joins Team Ireland HQ launch of the all-new Fiat Grande Panda. The Olympic Federation of Ireland welcomed Fiat Ireland to Team Ireland HQ this week for the Irish media unveiling of the all-new Grande Panda. As Official Vehicle Partner, Fiat Ireland continues to play an important role in supporting Team Ireland athletes, with [...]

Gold Standard: Eve McMahon Wins ILCA 6 at Princess Sofia Regatta Eve McMahon delivered one of the standout performances of the Easter weekend, claiming gold in the ILCA 6 class at the prestigious Princess Sofia Regatta in Mallorca. Competing in a fleet of more than 100 of the world’s leading sailors, McMahon produced a composed [...]

ATHLETICS European Throwing Cup – Nicosia, Cyprus  Ireland’s throwers produced a series of strong performances at the European Throwing Cup in Nicosia.  Nicola Tuthill secured her first senior international medal, winning silver in the hammer throw with a new personal best of 72.48m. The mark continues a rapid progression for the Cork athlete as she [...]

Sailing Sailing Grand Slam # 1, Princess Sofia Trophy, Palma - March 31st – April 4th Sailing Grand Slam # 2, French Olympic Week, Hyeres - April 20 -25th Swimming Irish Open Championships & Commonwealth Qualifications, Bangor - April 8-12   Cycling UCI Track Nations Cup, Hong Kong - 17th to 19th April UCI Track Nations [...]

It is easy, sometimes, to presume that every high performance athlete who is heartbroken not to make a global tournament will be super motivated once their next goal is writ large on a white board. Yet even someone as experienced and driven as Tokyo Olympian Sarah Hawkshaw struggled when the Irish women’s hockey team didn't [...]

A Key Step on the Road to LA28  The 4th European Games will take place in Istanbul, Turkey from 16 to 27 June 2027, one year out from the Olympic Games in Los Angeles. For Team Ireland, Istanbul represents a significant moment in the LA28 cycle: a major competitive platform, a qualification opportunity across multiple [...]

We welcome the IOC’s updated policy on the protection of the female category in Olympic sport. The approach reinforces the importance of fair and safe competition, while recognising the need for sport-specific application and respect for athletes’ rights and welfare. From a Team Ireland perspective, our medical team will be involved in an update from [...]

Your Journey to LA28 Starts Now! The LA28 Olympic Games ticketing process is now underway and it works differently to what many fans might expect. There is no general public sale. There is no first come, first served release. This is a process, not a moment. Every fan enters through a registration and draw system, [...]

With just over two years to go until the world’s greatest athletes gather in Los Angeles, LA28 is bringing the Games to life through the unveiling of the official Look of the Games, the signature graphic patterns and color palettes used to identify all touchpoints of a Games edition, which is centered around the concept [...]

Athletics  2026 World Indoor Championships Kate O’Connor delivered another landmark moment for Irish athletics, securing bronze in the pentathlon at the 2026 World Indoor Championships and further cementing her place among the country’s most consistent championship performers.  Her 4,820-point total represented a significant step forward, 97 points higher than her silver-medal performance the previous year, [...]

Gymnastics  2026 Antalya World Cup  Gymnastics Ireland enjoyed one of its strongest days on the FIG World Cup circuit in Antalya, securing three medals across two apparatus finals.  Eamon Montgomery opened the finals on floor exercise, producing a clean and expressive routine executed with precision. Montgomery, who had qualified fifth, delivered under pressure to score [...]

Ronnie Delany’s final-lap surge in 1956 delivered one of Ireland’s greatest Olympic moments — a gold medal that still echoes through generations. Watch as the recently deceased legend of Irish athletics relives the moment in which he made Olympic history.

Irish sport is in mourning following the sad news that Ronnie Delany has passed away. Ronnie, who had turned 91 last Saturday, captured the hearts of the nation when he won the 1500m Olympic gold medal in Melbourne in 1956, bridging a gap of 24 years after Dr Pat O'Callaghan and Bob Tisdall had topped [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has expressed its deep sadness at the passing of Olympic champion Ronnie Delany, one of the most iconic figures in Irish sporting history and a lifelong contributor to the Olympic movement. Delany secured his place in sporting history when he won gold in the 1,500m at the 1956 Summer Olympics. [...]

Hockey The Irish Men’s and women’s hockey teams qualify for the FIH World Cup, after competing in the Qualifiers tournament in Santiago, Chile. The Ireland Men’s Hockey Team closed out their FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers with a win over France to take top spot in the tournament. Having trailed by a goal, Ireland fought [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland invites suitably qualified firms to tender for the provision of external audit services for the organisation and the Team Ireland Athletes Foundation. Interested firms should review the Invitation to Tender and Tender Declaration documents, which outline the scope of services, submission requirements and evaluation process. Completed submissions should be returned [...]

Athletics European Throwing Cup – Nicosia, Cyprus – 14th and 15th March World Indoor Championships – Torun, Poland – 20th-22nd March   Hockey FIH World Cup Qualifiers - 1st - 8th March - Santiago, Chile   Swimming Edinburgh International - 13th - 15th - Edinburgh, Scotland Giant Open Meet - 20th - 22nd - Paris, [...]

Olympic Federation of Ireland Hosts Member Federations Briefing on Team Ireland’s Winter Olympics Performance and Future Developments The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) hosted a special briefing for its member federations last night, bringing together representatives from Ireland’s national governing bodies of sport to share key organisational updates and outline priorities for the coming Olympic [...]

As he said himself it was as if the stars aligned under the Friday night lights in Livigno when Ben Lynch became the first Irish skier ever to make an Olympic final (Halfpipe) taking 8th place overall; his lucky number!   Overcoming the natural nerves of his first Olympic run (which Lynch landed safely), meant [...]

Badminton Ireland has received official approval and funding through the Development of National Sports System programme of the International Olympic Committee, delivered via Olympic Solidarity, in partnership with Team Ireland / Olympic Federation of Ireland. Following formal endorsement from the Badminton World Federation, the project has been awarded USD 70,000 to support the strengthening of [...]

29 January - 26 February 2026  The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games may have featured a small athlete group, but the story they told reached far beyond the slopes and halfpipes of northern Italy.  Across social media and the Team Ireland website, the Games period produced some of the strongest digital results the organisation [...]

Relive the Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games with highlights of Team Ireland’s four athletes in action. From historic milestones to determined debuts, Ben Lynch, Cormac Comerford, Anabelle Zurbay and Thomas Maloney Westgård showcased the very best of Irish winter sport on the Olympic stage. More from Milano Cortina WINTER OLYMPICS DEBUTANT BEN LYNCH REFLECTS ON [...]

Ireland’s four Olympians from the Milano Cortina Games have been formally welcomed home with a reception in Dublin city centre. Freestyle skier Ben Lynch, alpine skiers Cormac Comerford and Anabelle Zurbay, and cross-country skier Thomas Maloney Westgård were recognised for their performances and their contribution to Team Ireland’s Winter Olympic campaign at the Department of [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland is delighted to announce that Ben Lynch, Irish freestyle skier, will serve as Team Ireland’s flagbearer at the Closing Ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Verona tonight. Lynch capped off a standout Games for Ireland with a historic performance that saw him become the first Irish [...]

Day Fifteen – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 Thomas Maloney Westgård rounded out Team Ireland’s performance at the Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina 2026, finishing 23rd in a brutally competitive race in Predazzo, competing in the Cross-Country Men’s 50km Mass Classic. Norway dominated what is one of the most prestigious events in Cross-Country [...]

Day Fourteen Finals – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 History maker Ben Lynch has finished a brilliant eighth place in the Finals of the Men’s Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in Livigno tonight, posting an impressive score of 75.00 in the final run of the event. Lynch’s result marks [...]

Day Fourteen – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 In sensational style, Team Ireland’s Ben Lynch qualified for the Olympic Final of the Men’s Freestyle Skiing Halfpipe, finishing 11th in the qualifiers with a top score and personal best of 75.75. The top twelve qualifiers from today’s qualifying two rounds progress to the Olympic Final [...]

Day Twelve – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26   Seventeen-year-old Anabelle Zurbay capped her Olympic debut with a determined performance in the Women’s Slalom today, finishing 48th with a combined time of 1:58.50 at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. The overall competition was won in style by USA’s Mikaela Shiffrin in 1:39.10, [...]

Day Ten – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 A gritty performance from Cormac Comerford in the Men’s Slalom at the Olympic Winter Games in Bormio saw the Dubliner finish 31st overall with a combined time of 2:10.24, following a dramatic recovery on the infamous Stelvio course. In a race marked by extremely challenging conditions, [...]

Anabelle Zurbay became Ireland’s 35th Winter Olympian today, making history as the youngest Alpine skier to represent Team Ireland at the Winter Games. The 17-year-old finished 48th in the Women’s Giant Slalom in a time of 2:31.70, delivering a composed performance on the Olympic stage in Cortina d’Ampezzo. Racing among the sport’s elite, Zurbay clocked [...]

Day Eight – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26   In his third race of the Olympic Games, Cormac Comerford finished 42nd in the Giant Slalom, posting a combined time of 2:41.75. Racing in Bormio, the Dubliner contested the first of his technical events, recording a time of 1:24.32 on the opening run before clocking [...]

Day Seven – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 Team Ireland’s Thomas Maloney Westgård was the sole Irish athlete in action today at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The Norway-based skier was competing in the Cross-Country 10km Free Interval Start at the Tesero Cross-Country Stadium, in what was his second race of three in [...]

Day Five – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 Alpine Skier Cormac Comerford was back in action this morning, competing in the Men’s Super-G speed event in Bormio. The Dubliner held his form on one of the toughest courses in the world to finish 37th with a time of 1:34.58. The event was dominated by [...]

Swim Ireland announced the appointment of Andy Reid as the organisation’s new National Performance Director. Reid has been Interim National Performance Director since May 2025 and is the former Head of Performance Pathways & Operations, having worked in the Swim Ireland Performance team since 2010. He is also a former Irish international swimmer and represented Ireland at European and World [...]

Day Two – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 Three-time Olympian, Thomas Maloney Westgård finished his first race of three at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, with a 35th place in the Men’s 10km + 10km Skiathlon in a time of 49.24.6. The Cross-Country skiing events take place in the Tesero Cross-Country Stadium [...]

Day One – Team Ireland at Milano Cortina ‘26 Dubliner Cormac Comerford launched Team Ireland’s Olympic campaign today, officially becoming Ireland’s 34th Winter Olympian as he competed in the Men’s Downhill at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. Racing on the iconic Stelvio Slope, the Alpine skier recorded a time of 2:04.40 to finish [...]

Ireland to walk in three clusters in tonight’s celebration at Milano Cortina ‘26 The Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games officially open tonight, with opening-day celebrations taking place across four clusters in northern Italy. Team Ireland will be represented by four athletes, all competing in snow sports.   While the main Opening Ceremony is staged [...]

Team Ireland made its Winter Olympic debut at the Albertville Games in 1992, entering two bobsleigh teams and marking the country’s first step onto the Winter Olympic stage. Summer Olympians Terry McHugh and Pat McDonagh finished 32nd in the two-man event, while Gerry Macken and Malachy Sheridan placed 38th in the same discipline. McHugh remains [...]

  The road to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games has been defined by exceptional standards and relentless ambition. Over recent seasons, Irish winter athletes have competed in some of the most demanding international environments in sport, raising the level of performance required simply to qualify for these Games. To stand on an Olympic [...]

The youngest of four boys to Irish Dad Kevin and Mum Claire from South Africa, Ben spent his first couple of years in Dublin before the family emigrated to Canada. It was there where he learned to ski on Grouse Mountain close to their family home in Vancouver. His three brothers all skied and he [...]

From the tiny island of Leka off the coast of Norway, which boasts a mere 600 inhabitants, Irish cross country skier Maloney Westgård represents Ireland thanks to his mother Celia Maloney from Dunmore, Co.Galway.     Celia moved to Norway over 35 years ago after meeting her husband Ove on a holiday in the Canaries. [...]

When Dubliner Cormac Comerford takes to the Alpine slopes of Bormio at the 25th Winter Olympiad it will be the realisation of a dream twenty years in the making.     The Glenageary native first encountered the sport by chance at the age of eight. “My Auntie lives in the Kilternan area so we were [...]

Team Ireland’s sole female representative in Milano Cortina will be seventeen year old Alpine skier Anabelle Zurbay, who lives in the world renowned ski town of Vail, in Colorado. Born the second of two children to Sarah and Dale, the teenager unsurprisingly started skiing at the very young age of two, beginning racing at the [...]

Thomas Maloney Westgård and Anabelle Zurbay to fly the Irish flag at the Opening Ceremony in Milano Cortina 2026   The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is proud to announce Thomas Maloney Westgård and Anabelle Zurbay as the Allianz Flagbearers for Team Ireland at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. In line with the [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) today reaffirmed its strong support for the development of Ireland’s first permanent Olympic‑standard ice facility at Cherrywood, South Dublin as proposed by Prime Arena Holdings - About Dublin Arena — Prime Arena Holdings. Speaking today, Olympic Federation of Ireland CEO, Peter Sherrard said, “This major investment, a significant majority [...]

With the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games starting in just a few day’s time, Team Ireland are in advanced preparations at their pre-Games camp in the Italian Alps. As one of Team Ireland’s partners, Key Patent Innovations understands the value of preparation, precision and performance under pressure. In this Q&A, Angela Quinlan, Managing Director [...]

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will present one of the most complex logistical challenges in Olympic history. Spread across northern Italy, the Games will take place over vast distances, rugged mountain terrain and multiple athlete villages. For Team Ireland, a small team competing across several locations, the ability to move quickly, safely and independently [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) has confirmed a four-athlete Team Ireland squad for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, with Irish competitors set to contest events across four competition clusters in northern Italy.   The team combines emerging talent and established experience, with three first-time Olympians and one athlete competing in his third [...]

After two Olympic cycles and a medal-winning career, Aifric Keogh is taking on a different challenge – ensuring athletes have a stronger voice in Irish sport.   Keogh returned from Tokyo with a bronze medal and, as a passionate supporter of her Team Ireland colleagues across all Olympic sports, felt a strong desire to give something [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) continues to support the development of athletes, coaches and systems across Irish Olympic sport, with recent international programmes and federation-level initiatives highlighting the impact of targeted investment through IOC Olympic Solidarity and European governing bodies.   Kerrie Leonard Completes World Archery Coaching Accelerator Programme Irish Paralympic archer Kerrie Leonard [...]

The Winter Olympics run from the 6 - 22 February, 2026. The Olympic Federation of Ireland is delighted to announce the appointment of Ciara McCallion as Games Head of Performance Support for Team Ireland at the Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina in February 2026. In this role, McCallion will lead the performance support provision [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) Athletes’ Commission (AC) today officially launched its new Athlete-Centred Strategy alongside the Athletes’ Commission Playbook, setting out a clear, athlete-led roadmap for how athlete voice will shape Irish Olympic sport over the coming cycles.    Developed by athletes, for athletes, the strategy marks a significant evolution in the role [...]

Former Badminton Trials winner and team medal winner takes reins as HSI High Performance Manager Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) is delighted to announce the appointment of Sam Griffiths as its new High Performance Eventing Manager ahead of the FEI World Championships in Aachen this summer and in the lead-up to the LA Olympic Games in [...]

The road to LA28 has taken another major step forward, with registration now open for the first Olympic Games ticket draw. Supporters hoping to attend the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028 must register in advance to be included in the ticketing process. Registration gives fans the chance to be assigned a time slot [...]

Mark English (Finn Valley AC) opened his 2026 season in style tonight, breaking his own national indoor 600m record in Dublin. The Donegal doctor returned to action for the first time since racing in the semi-final of the Men’s 800m at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo last September, clocking a hugely impressive time of [...]

The Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA) becomes Boxing Ireland, marking a transformational milestone for the sport and the beginning of a powerful new era of visibility, engagement and commercial growth for Ireland’s most successful Olympic sport. This rebrand represents far more than a new name or logo. It is about celebrating who they are, recognising [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is delighted to announce that Team Ireland House for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games will be located at Ovation Square in Long Beach, one of the most vibrant and strategically positioned host cities of the next Summer Games. Following an extensive six-month search across Los Angeles, Ovation Square [...]

OFI Athletes’ Commission Secures IOC Athlete365 Career+ Workshop for Irish Athletes The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) Athletes’ Commission has successfully secured an IOC Athlete365 Career+ Self-Discovery Workshop – Power Up Your Future!, which will be delivered to Irish athletes by Barbara Kendall OLY. Barbara Kendall is one of New Zealand’s most distinguished Olympians — [...]

Maestro Andrea Bocelli, one of the most recognizable voices on the international artistic scene and a symbol of Italian excellence around the world, will perform at the Opening Ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games on February 6, 2026.   Over the course of his extraordinary career, Maestro Bocelli has masterfully blended the technical [...]

On the road to Milano Cortina, we will give you the key sports and athletes that are aiming to qualify and represent #TeamIreland at the Winter Olympic Games in February 2026! Qualification for moguls skiing at Milano Cortina 2026 is based on the Olympic Quota Allocation List, which will be published on 19 January 2026. [...]

On the road to Milano Cortina, we will give you the key sports and athletes that are aiming to qualify and represent #TeamIreland at the Winter Olympic Games in February 2026! Qualification for freestyle skiing at Milano Cortina 2026 is based on the Olympic Quota Allocation List, which will be published on 19 January 2026. [...]

75 boxers from 17 counties will compete for coveted Elite titles when the 2026 National Elite Championships begins on Friday at the home of Irish Boxing. Among the competitors are double Olympic Champion Kellie Harrington, Paris Olympians Daina Moorehouse, Jenny Lehane, Michaela Walsh, Jude Gallagher, Dean Clancy and Jack Marley – alongside Olympian and 2025 [...]

Legendary rider excited to work with team ahead of World Championships and LA28 Olympics  Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) is delighted to announce the appointment of legendary rider Jessica Kürten as the organisation’s new High Performance Jumping Manager following a comprehensive Request for Tender (RFT) and interview process for the role, as Ireland enters an exciting [...]

  As we come to the end of a remarkable year, I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone across the Olympic community for your support in 2025. It has been a big year, marked by brilliant representation from our athletes across all sports. Their performances, resilience, and commitment continue to inspire the nation. [...]

November was a busy month for Dare to Believe, with the launch of the new Olympic Movement Breaks bringing fresh Olympic-themed activities to classrooms across the country. Throughout the month over 75,000 students got moving thanks to the programme.      We also released the Dare to Believe song with the Kabin Crew, adding a fun [...]

Excitement continues to build as we move closer to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, scheduled for 6–22 February 2026. The Olympic flame has now completed its handover in Athens and begun a 12,000 km torch relay across Italy, visiting all 110 provinces in the lead-up to opening night in Milan.    Organisers report [...]

OFI Delegation visit to ISPO 2025  A small delegation of OFI and McKvr Sports staff, joined by Tokyo 2020 Olympian Nadia Power, staff travelled to Munich last week and attended ISPO, the world’s largest sports industry trade show showcasing new products, materials and innovations from global sportswear and equipment brands. The purpose of the visit [...]

IF ANYONE embodies the Olympic Federation of Ireland’s ‘Dare to Believe’ motto it is the country’s top cross-country skier and programme ambassador Thomas Maloney Westgård. It is 11 years since the 6’ 1” Norwegian-Irish skier first represented Ireland and since then he has shot up through the ranks of the world’s toughest endurance athletes to [...]

A new way for the global Irish community to support Team Ireland’s Olympic journey   The Olympic Federation of Ireland today announced the launch of the Team Ireland Foundation, a new philanthropic initiative designed to unite supporters at home and abroad behind Ireland’s Olympic ambition and to strengthen the pathway to world-class performance for athletes [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland today announced the winners of the 2025 Team Ireland Olympic Sport Awards. The celebratory evening on 6 December saw Ireland’s best athletes swap their training kit for glad rags to mark an exceptional year in sport.   More than 500 people attended the event, which featured special performances by the [...]

It was a great day for Gymnastics Ireland at the European Gymnastics Congress in Prague on Saturday 29th November with Cork woman Mairead Kavanagh being elected President of European Women's Gymnastics.  This is the first time that an Irish official has held the position on the influential Women's Technical Committee.     Gymnastics Ireland's Chief Executive [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland Athletes’ Commission has launched a new “Athletes’ Voice” survey, designed to ensure that its plans and priorities for the year ahead are firmly guided by the needs and experiences of Ireland’s athletes.   Whether athletes are training, competing, resting, or transitioning, the Commission wants to understand the reality of their [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is delighted to announce the official release of the brand-new Dare to Believe song, created in collaboration with the hugely popular Kabin Crew rappers from Cork. The upbeat track, produced by Garry McCarthy (GMCBeats), is now available to listen to on Spotify HERE.     This original song was [...]

On the road to Milano Cortina, we will give you the key sports and athletes that are aiming to qualify and represent #TeamIreland at the Winter Olympic Games in February 2026!   Qualification for cross-country skiing at Milano Cortina 2026 is based on the World Championships in 2025 and the Nation Rankings 2024/2025. Team Ireland [...]

The Olympic flame for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games was lit today in Ancient Olympia, the historic birthplace of the Olympic Games. The ceremony marks the beginning of the flame’s journey towards Italy, where it will arrive on 4 December to travel across the country on its way to the Opening Ceremony on [...]

Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport Patrick O’Donovan, Minister of State with special responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy Charlie McConalogue, Sport Ireland Chair John Foley, and Sport Ireland CEO Dr Úna May today turned the sod to launch the construction of the National Velodrome and Badminton Centre (NVBC) on the Sport Ireland Campus. Minister [...]

The Women’s Team Pursuit programme is benefitting from the Flogas Performance Programme by developing the pool of Team Pursuit riders ahead of the next Olympic Games!   Cycling Ireland's High Performance Director Iain Dyer welcomed the support: “We’ve seen such positive momentum generated by the performance of the women’s track endurance team at the Paris [...]

The Irish Athletic Boxing Association has announced the retirement of High Performance Head Coach Zauri Antia, a pivotal force in Irish boxing for more than two decades, bringing to a close an exceptional career that has shaped and elevated Irish Boxing.   Zauri's final campaign as Head Coach was the 2025 World Boxing Championships, where [...]

Johanna Talihärm has been chosen as the Chair of the newly elected EOC Athletes’ Commission on day two of the 8th European Athletes Forum & Assembly in London. Estonian biathlete Talihärm will be supported by canoeist Ronald Rauhe (Germany) as Vice Chair and shooter Zorana Arunovic (Serbia) as Secretary for a four-year term from 2025 [...]

Awarded to an exceptional female athlete who has delivered outstanding success in an Olympic sport in 2025, this honour celebrates an individual whose unwavering pursuit of excellence has not only inspired the nation but also elevated Ireland’s presence and reputation on the world stage through their remarkable achievements.   Shortlisted Nominees Aoife O'Rourke Aoife O’Rourke [...]

Awarded to an exceptional male athlete who has delivered outstanding success in an Olympic sport in 2025, this honour celebrates an individual whose unwavering pursuit of excellence has not only inspired the nation but also elevated Ireland’s presence and reputation on the world stage through their remarkable achievements.   Shortlisted Nominees Ben Healy Ben Healy [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) has announced the launch of the second edition of its hugely successful Olympic Movement Breaks, part of the OFI’s Dare to Believe schools programme. The initiative, sponsored by Allianz and supported by Olympic Solidarity through the International Olympic Committee (IOC), brings fun, energy, and inspiration to classrooms across Ireland [...]

At the heart of Team Ireland’s achievements lie the tireless efforts of our member National Federations, whose leadership, expertise, and vision shape the success of our athletes.  This award honours the National Governing Body whose high performance programme has delivered exceptional results on the Olympic stage in 2025.  Through a steadfast commitment to athlete development, [...]

On the road to Milano Cortina, we will give you the key sports and athletes that are aiming to qualify and represent #TeamIreland at the Winter Olympic Games in February 2026! In Cortina, 25 quota spots will be available for athletes in the Women's Single, with Elsa Desmond's results over the 2025/2026 season contributing to [...]

In every race run, every dive taken, and every game played, lies the potential to create a moment that transcends sport.  Among the countless performances across the 47 Olympic disciplines, a few ignite something deeper – capturing the imagination of a nation and reminding us of what’s possible. This award celebrates the defining moment of [...]

Awarded to an individual or a community initiative initiated or driven by an individual or party within the Team Ireland circle, including clubs and sports, that has left an undeniable legacy on a local community and/or further afield. This award honours those who have contributed to the development of sports, culture, and community engagement in [...]

This award celebrates a team whose unity, determination, and shared pursuit of excellence have delivered a truly outstanding performance on the world or European stage in 2025. Honouring more than just results, it recognises the collective spirit that drives Irish teams to greatness – a group that has proudly represented Ireland at the highest level [...]

“Beauty in Action” is the title of the Closing Ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games that will take place on the 22nd of February 2026 at Arena di Verona. At the Verona Philharmonic Theater, Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 presented today the creative theme of the closing event of the next Olympic Winter [...]

This Award celebrates the storytellers who shine a light on Irish Olympic sport. From athletes and NGBs to creators, journalists, and photographers, it recognises those who bring fans closer to sport, athlete journeys and events through genuine insight and authentic digital storytelling,  building connection, pride, and celebration of Olympic Sport in 2025.   Shortlisted Nominees [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is pleased to announce that, following an extensive recruitment process, Liam Cullen has been appointed to its Board as an Independent Director.   In 2024, the OFI membership voted to increase the number of Independent Directors from two, enabling the recruitment of additional expertise and further strengthening the independence [...]

This award honours a coach whose passion, innovation, and leadership has led to remarkable success in 2025 – elevating an athlete, multiple athletes or team to new heights. A key force behind the individuals that make up Team Ireland, this coaches’ impact reaches beyond results, shaping the future of sport in Ireland and making waves [...]

TWELVE months ago, wallowing in the emotional floodplain post-Paris 2024, Fiona Murtagh wanted to quit rowing.   Eighth place in a pair that failed to make the Olympic final in Paris 2024, and that brilliant bronze medal with the coxless four in Tokyo in 2021 seemed a fading memory. Many of those who’d soldiered alongside [...]

Olympic Federation of Ireland Appoints Liam Cullen as Independent Director The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is pleased to announce that, following an extensive recruitment process, Liam Cullen has been appointed to its Board as an Independent Director.   In 2024, the OFI membership voted to increase the number of Independent Directors from two, enabling [...]

Athletics National Senior Cross Country Championships (Derry) - 23 November Badminton Irish Open, National Indoor Arena - 12-15 November Boxing European U23 Championships, Budapest, Hungary - 21-30 November Test matches with India, Dublin - 1-8 November Hockey U21 Men's FIH Junior World Cup, Tamil Nadu, India -  Nov 28 - Dec 10 Sailing 49er Junior [...]

As we approach the next Winter Olympic Games in February 2026, the organising committee of Milano Cortina has issued several exciting key updates in October, and with less than 100 days to go, the Team Ireland Olympic hopefuls are deep in competition and training, with the aim of securing Olympic qualification.    “100 Days to Go” Milestone On 29 October, [...]

This award shines a spotlight on the next generation of Irish sporting greatness – recognising a young athlete under the age of 25 who is boldly forging their path on the Olympic stage. The Rising Star Award celebrates not only exceptional performances, but the passion, promise, and fearless ambition that signal a future champion in [...]

Cycling Ireland’s Lara Gillespie captured her first UCI Track Cycling World Championship title, winning gold in the Elimination Race in Santiago, Chile. The Wicklow native produced a masterful display of tactical racing and endurance to claim the coveted rainbow jersey Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com - 23/10/2025 - Cycling - 2025 Tissot UCI Track World Championships [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has announced the shortlists for the 2025 Team Ireland Olympic Sport Awards, a landmark celebration recognising the standout performances, moments, and achievements from across the Irish Olympic community in 2025. The ceremony takes place on 6 December, bringing together the stars of Irish Olympic sport, with ten award recipients to [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) today announced the recipients of the Los Angeles 2028 IOC Olympic Scholarships, with a total fund of US$345,000 to be distributed among eight athletes and two teams. The scholarships will support their preparations for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, USA. The funding, provided through the International Olympic [...]

Cycling Lara Gillespie Crowned World Champion in Chile Ireland’s Lara Gillespie captured her first UCI Track Cycling World Championship title, winning gold in the Elimination Race in Santiago, Chile. The Wicklow native produced a masterful display of tactical racing and endurance to claim the coveted rainbow jersey, further cementing her reputation as one of Ireland’s [...]

On the road to Milano Cortina, we will give you the key sports and athletes that are aiming to qualify and represent #TeamIreland at the Winter Olympic Games in February 2026! Qualification is based on results from ISU World Cup Competitions during the 2025/2026 season. For Liam and Sean this means strong placings across 4 [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is proud to announce Off the Ball and Newstalk as the official partner of the Team Ireland Olympic Sport Awards 2025, a landmark celebration recognising the standout performances, moments, and achievements across the Irish Olympic community this year. Off The Ball, Ireland’s leading multi-platform sports media brand in Ireland, [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland’s Dare to Believe School Programme, supported by Allianz, for the third year running, has teamed up with the PEXpo for the twelfth annual Dare to Believe PEXpo, which takes place at the National Indoor Arena on the Sport Ireland Campus in Dublin, on Thursday 30 April 2026. The event will [...]

Irish Athletes Shine Across Sports in a Standout Week of International Competition It’s been a golden week for Irish sport, with athletes delivering stellar performances in swimming, rowing, equestrian, and more across prestigious international events. From podium finishes at the World Aquatics World Cup to historic medal wins in eventing, here’s your full round-up of [...]

Speed in the pool starts with power on land. Ellen Walshe putting in the work with her physio Donie Fox - explosive moves, heavy lifts, and the focus that turns gym strength into race-day speed. The land work that makes the difference. The Flogas Performance Fund ensured that swimmer Ellen Walshe could maximise her training potential [...]

We are very disappointed to hear about Shane Ryan’s decision. Although he recently announced his retirement from competitive swimming, the area he is moving into stands in direct opposition to our core clean sport values – values that underpin the Olympic Movement, Irish sport and the World Anti-Doping Code, values that we all have a [...]

It’s been another action-packed week for Team Ireland athletes across the globe, with standout performances in the pool, on the water, and on the ice — as well as exciting developments looking ahead to the LA 2028 Olympic Games.   Swimming Success Ellen Walsh delivered a stellar performance at the World Cup, winning silver and [...]

Ireland’s Alan Wade has this afternoon been appointed as Jumping Course Designer for the LA28 Olympic Games by the international equestrian governing body, the FEI.   Wade, who has designed courses at the highest level of the sport including the FEI World Equestrian Games 2018 in Tryon (USA), and was the Assistant Course Designer at [...]

On the road to Milano Cortina, we will give you the key sports and athletes that are aiming to qualify and represent #TeamIreland at the Winter Olympic Games in February 2026! Ireland is guaranteed to have one male and one female competing in Alpine Skiing. Athletes are battling out on the slopes over the coming [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with leading Irish restaurant and catering group Gourmet Food Parlour, who will continue as the official catering supplier to Team Ireland through to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Since 2022, Gourmet Food Parlour has worked closely with Team Ireland, [...]

Team Ireland Updates 2025 Sport for Business Children and Sport Conference The 2025 Sport for Business Children and Sport Conference, proudly sponsored by Allianz, brought together athletes, students, and educators for an inspiring day of discussion and celebration of youth sport. A highlight of the event was a lively Q&A with Team Ireland’s five medallists [...]

At the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, competitions will be spread across six distinct “clusters” in Northern Italy. For Team Ireland, this set-up means athletes will be based in different villages depending on their sport, but together they will showcase Irish talent across a wide range of disciplines. The Milano Cluster will host skating [...]

Taekwondo From 24th - 30th October the World Taekwondo Championships will be held in Wuxi, China Canoeing Canoe Slalom World Championships. Penrith, Australia. Sept 29-Oct 4th. Swimming World Aquatics World Cup: Stop 1 – 10th – 12th October, Carmel, USA Stop 2 – 17th – 19th October, Westmont, USA Stop 3 – 23rd – 25th [...]

CATCH UP ON THE LATEST RESULTS OF TEAM IRELAND ATHLETES THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER:   Rowing World Rowing Championships, Shanghai     Double Olympian Fiona Murtagh produced the standout performance of the regatta in the Women’s Single Sculls (W1x), leading from the start and surviving a late charge from Britain’s Lauren Henry. The race [...]

RESEARCH suggests that up to 35 per cent of elite athletes are affected by considerable mental health struggles at some stage of their careers. Competing at sport’s highest level as Olympians, no matter how well, can subsequently trigger a dip in mood and motivation. Not so for Roscommon boxer Aoife O’Rourke whose brilliant post-Paris year [...]

Few Irish athletes embody endurance, resilience, and sheer love of sport quite like Fionnuala McCormack. With a remarkable career spanning nearly two decades, she has represented Ireland at five Olympic Games—from Beijing 2008 right through to Paris 2024—and capped it all with her highest-ever global finish, 9th place at the 2025 World Championships. In this [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) has announced the extension of its partnership with McKeever Sports (McKVR), which will see the Northern Irish brand continue to dress Team Ireland across youth and senior Olympic events until the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. The partnership, first established in 2019, has been defined by an athlete-centred approach, with [...]

Rowing Double Gold and Bronze Medals for Ireland in Shanghai  It was a golden weekend for Rowing Ireland at the 2025 World Championships in Shanghai, with the team taking home two world titles, two bronze medals, and several other top-class results.   Fiona Murtagh: World Champion in the Single Sculls Double Olympian Fiona Murtagh produced [...]

Announcing the Olympic Sport Awards 2025 – a landmark celebration recognising the standout performances, moments, and achievements from across the Irish Olympic community in 2025. The ceremony takes place on the 6th of December, bringing together the stars of Irish Olympic sport, with ten award recipients to be revealed on the night. In 2025 alone, […]

Historic Medals and World Championships Ahead   It was a landmark weekend for Team Ireland across multiple sports. Kate O’Connor made history with silver at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, while Ireland’s sailors claimed gold and silver at the Grand Slam Final in the Netherlands, and the eventing team ended a 30-year wait for a [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland is deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Anne O’Connor, Secretary General of Snowsports Ireland, on 11 September. Anne worked tirelessly at the helm of the Irish snowsports community for many years, providing structure and support to athletes as they progressed through the ranks of skiing and snowboarding. [...]

Irish Boxing Shines in Liverpool: Three Medals at the World Championships  It was a weekend to remember for Irish boxing, as the team returned from the 2025 World Championships in Liverpool with three medals, including a stunning gold for Aoife O’Rourke. The results mark one of Ireland’s strongest performances on the global stage in recent [...]

Irish athletes delivered a thrilling blend of drama, historic performances, and progress across the weekend - from the fairways of Kildare to the rings of Liverpool. Golf Rory McIlroy Wins Irish Open in Stunning Fashion Rory McIlroy thrilled fans at the K Club with a breathtaking 30-foot eagle putt on 18 to force a playoff [...]

CATCH UP ON THE LATEST RESULTS OF TEAM IRELAND ATHLETES THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF AUGUST:   SAILING ILCA European Championships, Marstrand, Sweden Eve McMahon wins u23 bronze medal. Ewan McMahon places 9th, which is a PB and best ever gold fleet performance for him. 49ERFX WORLDS Championships, Copenhagen, Denmark Erin McIlwaine and Ellen Barbour claimed [...]

ANY Irish athlete who has ever been frustrated by the inference of an age-limit on their progress or career is surely admiring the thrilling form of Donegal’s Mark English this Summer. There has never been any doubt about the Letterkenny half miler’s talent. Thirteen years ago he was fifth in the World Junior 800m final [...]

DATES EVENT (SPORT) CONTACT DETAILS 30 August  – 14 September CYCLING 11-person team – Cross Country, Downhill, Enduro, Senior and Junior UCI Mountain Bike World Championships, Valais, Switzerland   Eoin Smith eoin.smith@cyclingireland.ie 4-7 September CANOEING TBC ICF World Cup Final, Augsburg, Germany   Sam Curtis press@canoe.ie 4 – 14 Sept BOXING 17 athletes to represent Ireland – first World Boxing tournament – World Boxing Championships, Liverpool [...]

Swimming: John Shortt closes off a very successful World Aquatics Junior Championships in Otopeni, Romania, by claiming a second World Junior Title! Full Results: 200m Backstroke - Gold (1:56.19 - Breaking the Irish Senior and Junior Record) 100m Backstroke - Gold (53.86s) 50m Backstroke - Bronze (25.06s) On the importance of World Junior Championships experience [...]

Mark English and his training group have been training at altitude this season and it has proved to be very beneficial to his performance! Setting PB’s and breaking National Records Athletes train at high altitude in search of performance gains. More red blood cells → more oxygen to muscles Increased plasma volume → greater endurance [...]

New Kids on the Block – Ireland’s Rising Stars Shine This Summer This summer has been a defining moment for Team Ireland’s rising stars. From the pool to the river and the track to the showjumping arena, our junior athletes have charged into finals, stood proudly on podiums and achieved remarkable milestones on both European [...]

Team Ireland concluded a successful and rewarding week at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje last Sunday, where 35 athletes competed across eight sports in scorching temperatures reaching up to 44 degrees. Reflecting on the week, Team Ireland Chef de Mission for the EYOF in Skopje, Gavin Noble, praised both the performances and [...]

It's three years to go until the start of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, and with it came the release of the first official competition schedule by the LA28 Organising Committee.  Competition Schedule – First Details Announced  Among the most notable updates is a historic shift in the Olympic calendar: Athletics will take place [...]

The official unveiling of the medal designs for the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games occurred earlier this month. The ceremony took place in Venice and featured appearances from celebrated Italian athletes Federica Pellegrini and Francesca Porcellato, underscoring the symbolism and national pride of the moment.    Medal Design Highlights  Splitsurface composition: [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of July:   EQUESTRIAN SPRUCE MEADOWS, CANADA  Daniel Coyle Won the $1 million ATCO Queen Elizabeth II Cup, producing two flawless rounds with Incredible and winning the jump-off in 35.21 seconds. SWIMMING EUROPEAN JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS, ŠAMORÍN, SLOVAKIA  John Shortt Gold – 100 m backstroke [...]

23 July – 7 Aug SHOOTING Largest ever Irish team – European Shotgun Championships – Chateauroux, France LINK 27 July – 2 Aug HOCKEY Team Ireland (Men), 2025 Men’s EuroHockey Championship II,Lousada, Portugal LINK 27 July – 3 Aug SWIMMING  Team Ireland, World Aquatics Championships, Singapore LINK 6-10 Aug EQUESTRIAN Team Ireland – Aga Khan Trophy, Dublin [...]

‘Fintan and Paul have got to live the wars that I haven't even got to see the start of yet’   It was only nine years ago, as a teenager glued to watching the 2016 Olympic Games in his home in France, that rowing first caught Konan Pazzaia’s imagination.   His surname is Italian (from [...]

Historic Firsts and Podium Finishes Across Surfing, Athletics, Cycling & Hockey  Golden Waves: McDaid Makes Irish Surfing History  It was a moment for the ages in Santa Cruz as Gearóid McDaid became the first Irish surfer to win gold at the European Surfing Championships. Riding clean and confident in challenging conditions, McDaid dominated the men’s [...]

The Allianz Flagbearers for Team Ireland at the Closing Ceremony of the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) have been named as Peadar Sheridan (Table Tennis) and Faye McDonnell (Basketball). The multi-sport Games featuring athletes aged between 14-17 is a key learning point on the pathway of young athletes, and takes place every second year. This [...]

Historic gold for Origin gymnast on final day of action in Skopje 2025 In an historic moment for Team Ireland today at the European Youth Olympic Festival, when gymnast Chester Enríquez won not only Ireland’s first gold medal at these Games, but the first gymnastics gold medal for Team Ireland ever. Added to his bronze [...]

In temperatures reaching over 40 degrees, the Todor Proeski National Arena enjoyed scorching performances from the Girls’ Medley Relay this evening, with Team Ireland qualifying for tomorrow’s final with the third fastest qualifying time.   Also in action was Hammer Thrower Thomas Williams who threw a season’s best throw of 73.07 to finish just outside [...]

Team Ireland athletes Ellis McHugh and Joe Burke won two bronze medals within 30 minutes of each other this morning (Friday) at the European Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje. Competing in the Girls’ 400m hurdles, McHugh cruised up the final straight in third place in this morning’s final, with a time of 59.25. Half an [...]

Medal on Floor brings Irish medal count to 5 in Skopje   Team Ireland’s Chester Enriquez won the third Irish medal of the day, with a phenomenal bronze medal in the Boys’ Floor exercise at the European Olympic Festival (EYOF). Going into the competition, the Origin Gymnastics athlete was ranked 7th, and his clean routine [...]

It was a busy morning for Team Ireland at the European Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje, with seven sports fielding Irish representation today. All cyclists were in action in a fast paced and aggressive road race. Joe Burke advanced to the final of the Boys’ 200m sprint on the track, and the basketball 3x3 team [...]

On a quieter day of competition for Team Ireland at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje, athletes continued to deliver top-class performances, with highlights including Galwegians Matthew Newell and Conor Penney finishing fourth and sixth respectively in the finals of the Race Walk and High Jump. Belfast’s Caleb McGreevy stormed through a stacked [...]

With great sadness, the Olympic Federation of Ireland today (23 July) learned of the passing of Irish Olympian and  trailblazer for women’s sport, Maeve Kyle, at the age of 96.   Born in Kilkenny in 1928, and educated in Dublin at Alexandra College and Trinity College, Kyle (nėe Shankey) was a formidable multi-sport athlete who [...]

Skopje sun scorches at EYOF with action across seven sports   Team Ireland enjoyed continued success on Day Two of competition at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje. Following Erin Friel’s sensational bronze medal performance this morning in the Girls’ 400m, Irish athletes continued to shine across seven sports. Despite scorching conditions reaching [...]

Determined Donegal athlete pushes for Team Ireland’s second medal A determined performance from Donegal’s Erin Friel resulted in a phenomenal bronze medal win in the Girls 400m, in a personal best time of 54.02. In a fast race won by Slovenia’s Ziva Remic, the Irish runner eased her way into the medals, marking her talent [...]

100m Sprinter Shines in Skopje on first day of competition Sprinter Ben Sykes stole the show on the opening day of action for Team Ireland at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje, winning a bronze medal in a time of 10.57. From Belfast, Sykes’ medal was the first for Ireland in the competition [...]

Destiny Lawal (Athletics) and Shea Mathers (Swimming) to fly the flag for Ireland in the Opening Ceremony in Skopje 2025   Team Ireland has announced sprinter Destiny Lawal (athletics) and swimmer Shea Mathers (swimming) as the Allianz Flagbearers for the upcoming European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF), which takes place in Skopje, North Macedonia, from 20 [...]

The women's u18 Irish 3x3 Basketball team will be travelling to Skopje, North Macedonia this weekend for the European Youth Olympic Festival! Since 3x3 basketball is a growing sport in Ireland, what better way to understand the sport better than getting the athletes to explain it! Niamh Dwyer, the head coach of the team, expresses [...]

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Joan Kennedy Kelly, President of Archery Ireland. Though her time in the role was short, Joan's passion and commitment left a lasting mark. She championed equality through the Women in Sport initiative, strengthened communication across the community, and nurtured talent as Coaching Coordinator. Her leadership and dedication [...]

Leading retail group SPAR and EUROSPAR have been confirmed as Official Retail Partners to The Olympic Federation of Ireland and Paralympics Ireland. The partnership will see SPAR and EUROSPAR support Team Ireland as they build towards and compete at the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. On hand to launch the partnership were [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland is pleased to confirm the performance support service team that will travel with Team Ireland to the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje this July. Continuing the important partnership with the Sport Ireland Institute, the EYOF support team will be led by Julianne Ryan, who will serve as Head [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has today named thirty-five athletes who will compete across eight sports in the Summer European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) taking place later this month. The EYOF is the largest European multi-sport event for young athletes aged 14-17, typically held every two years. This year it takes place in Skopje, North [...]

In the 24 years of Team Ireland competing at the European Youth Olympic Festival – Ireland has had significant success. There have been 72 medals won by Irish athletes in that time, and the most successful Games for Team Ireland was in Tibilisi in 2015, with a total of ten medals being spread across athletics [...]

Equestrian – Spruce Meadows, Canada  Daniel Coyle Won the $1 million ATCO Queen Elizabeth II Cup, producing two flawless rounds with Incredible and winning the jump-off in 35.21 seconds. He edged out USA’s Kyle King by just 0.08 seconds to take his first-ever 5★ Grand Prix win at Spruce Meadows.  “It only took 10 years,” Coyle [...]

Darren Rafferty’s cycling journey began with Team Ireland at the European Youth Olympic Festival in 2019, and just six years later he’s riding Grand Tours and chasing podiums on the world stage.     IRISH cycling has had a few famous dynasties to date and the Rafferty family from Tyrone will surely follow them if [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of June: Rowing Fiona Murtagh took silver in the Women’s Single Sculls - European Rowing Championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria Fintan McCarthy and Konan Pazzaia won bronze in the Men’s Double Sculls — McCarthy’s first openweight medal and Pazzaia’s first senior championship podium. [...]

We are at the start of a jam packed July, check here for information on the upcoming events?   DATES EVENT (SPORT) 27 June – 6 July EQUESTRIAN Team Ireland – World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen – Aachen, Germany LINK 28-29 June ATHLETICS Team Ireland – European Athletics Team Championships Division 2 – Maribor, Slovenia LINK [...]

Medals and Momentum: Ireland Impress at Rowing World Cup in Lucerne  Irish rowing continued its impressive 2025 campaign with a strong showing at the final World Rowing Cup in Lucerne this weekend, bringing home two medals and several encouraging performances as athletes build toward major championships later this year.  Silver for Murtagh in the Single [...]

AGM reflects on a successful Paris 2024, looking forward to Milano Cortina 2026 and LA 2028   The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) today hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Alex Hotel in Dublin. The event brought together representatives from its member federations, with several special resolutions discussed during the evening, as well [...]

Marginal gains, fine tuning, the elusive final pieces of the jigsaw. Whatever metaphor you care to choose, everyone in high performance sport is desperately seeking an edge. The margins between winning a medal or not in Olympic sport are so miniscule that athletes leave no stone unturned, believing that even the tiniest gain can lead [...]

The Irish Olympic community came together in the courtyard of Olympic House on Sport Ireland Campus for the inaugural Olympic Day BBQ. The event brought together Olympians spanning six decades of Irish sporting excellence, along with their families, friends, and staff from the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) for an afternoon of connection, celebration, and [...]

Athletics Track Stars Hit Their Stride in Paris  At the Paris Diamond League, Sarah Healy delivered a brilliant performance in the women’s 1500m, clocking a new personal best of 3:57.15 to finish second behind Kenya’s Nelly Chepchirchir. The run continues Healy’s stunning season and edges her ever closer to Ciara Mageean’s Irish record. In the [...]

In a special conversation with Benny Bonsu from the Olympic Channel, President-elect Kirsty Coventry reflects on her journey as an athlete and the various positions she has held within the Olympic Movement. On Monday, 23 June 2025, the IOC will mark a historic moment as President Thomas Bach officially passes the presidency to President-elect Kirsty [...]

Flogas Performance Programme delivers support to over 40 Team Ireland athletes for 2025! Flogas, the experts in gas, electricity and renewable energy solutions has reaffirmed its commitment to Irish sport by renewing its partnership with the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) through to the LA 2028 Olympic Games. As the Official Energy Partner of Team [...]

Nathan Wiffen is a high performance swimmer that represents Ireland internationally. He recently went on a 2,133 metre (7,000 feet) High Altitude Training Camp in Flagstaff, Arizona, to train in conditions that will help to improve his oxygen levels in the pool for competitions. A big thank you to Flogas for supporting our athletes and [...]

International Athletes' Forum 2025 empowers and inspires over 400 athlete representatives. More than 400 athlete representatives gathered in Lausanne, Switzerland, for the 12th International Athletes' Forum (IAF). Hosted by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission (AC) , athlete representatives from 200 National Olympic Committees (NOCs), 54 International Federations (IFs), the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), [...]

Men’s Hockey | Ireland Edge Belgium in FIH Pro League Thriller  Ireland secured a stunning 3–2 victory over world-ranked #2 Belgium in Antwerp -  their first win of the 2024/25 FIH Pro League season. Louis Rowe opened the scoring; Lee Cole struck twice with penalty corners. Jaime Carr delivered a Player of the Match performance, [...]

Funds raised directly impact high-performance athletes on their Olympic journey   The Olympic Federation of Ireland’s fourth annual Team Ireland Olympic Golf Fundraiser took place yesterday (12 June) at the prestigious K Club in Co. Kildare. Despite persistent rain throughout the day, spirits remained high as 120 golfers took part in the tournament, followed by [...]

Irish sailor Eve McMahon of Howth Yacht Club has achieved another historic milestone, becoming World Number One in the latest World Sailing rankings, released on June 10th. This marks the first time McMahon has held the top spot, following her impressive bronze medal performance at the ILCA World Championships in China last month and a [...]

Athletics | Healy & Doyle Shine in Rome Diamond League  Sarah Healy claimed a spectacular win in the women’s 1500m at the Rome Diamond League, clocking 3:59.17 - her first-ever victory in the series. After moving into medal contention in the final lap, she surged past elite rivals to take gold, joining just Ciara Mageean [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has published the official Nomination and Selection Policy for the Winter Olympic Games Milano Cortina 2026, taking place from 6th to 22nd February 2026 in Italy. With the Games on the horizon, anticipation is building as Ireland’s top winter athletes gear up for qualification. The newly released policy outlines the [...]

From silverware in Plovdiv to record-breaking runs in Poland, a Nations Cup win in Canada, and podiums in badminton and golf, Irish athletes were once again a force on the international stage.  Rowing | European Championship Medals in Plovdiv  Ireland’s rowers delivered a strong showing at the European Rowing Championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, returning home [...]

Eve McMahon has had so much success at youth and age-level sailing that it is easy to presume her historic bronze medal at the ILCA 6 sailing World Championships in Qingdao in May was expected. The 21-year-old Howth Yacht Club star’s phenomenal trajectory – back-to-back World U21 titles and 13th on her Olympic debut last [...]

MILANO CORTINA 2026 THE TARGET AS HOST OF NEXT WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES This week, the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) hosted six Irish Winter Olympic hopefuls at a team camp in Dublin, with others dialling in online. With just nine months to go until the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games, the camp provided a valuable [...]

 FIS called for: An introduction of guaranteed year-on-year increases in newly proposed multi-annual funding model An establishment of a national pay frameworkfor the professional sports workforce An implementation of a new1% betting levy to fund grassroot sport programmes   The Federation of Irish Sport hosted an engaging high-level briefing in the AV Room of Leinster House [...]

Chef de Mission Gavin Noble and Deputy Chef Nancy Chillingworth recently returned from the LA28 Open Days — the first official in-person engagement hosted by the LA28 Organising Committee. Their visit marked Team Ireland’s third trip to Los Angeles since the Paris Games, highlighting the proactive timeline the team are working to. At this point [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of May: Ellen Walshe setting a new Irish national record in the 400m Individual Medley with a time of 4:35.32, at the 2025 Pro Swim Series in Fort Lauderdale. Andrew Coscoran wins the 3000m in 8:17.56 at the Grand Slam Track meeting [...]

Team Ireland Round-Up | Medals, Records, and Milestones Across Europe and the U.S.    ATHLETICS | Gidey’s Breakthrough, Healy Shines, English and Coscoran Impress  Efrem Gidey made history on Saturday evening in Pacé, France, becoming the first Irish athlete to win individual gold at the European 10,000m Cup. The 24-year-old surged ahead with just over [...]

DEVELOPMENT OF ICE FACILITY IS KEY PILLAR ON IRELAND’S WINTER SPORTS STRATEGY 2022-2026 The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) today formally endorsed the proposed development of Ireland’s first Olympic standard winter sports and entertainment facility at Cherrywood, South Dublin. The €190 million project, led by Prime Arena Holdings, represents a major advance in delivering on [...]

Sport Ireland Campus has announced a new partnership with Allianz Ireland and Team Ireland for its popular multi-sport Primary and Secondary School Tours. The sponsorship brings together organisations with the shared mission of inspiring Ireland’s next generation through sport. This new partnership sees Allianz Ireland – title partner of the Olympic Federation of Ireland - [...]

Gerard O'Donnell is a high performance athletics coach that specialises in sprints and hurdles events. He discusses the difference it makes to an athlete to have their coach at an abroad training camp, to ensure they're keeping to their training routine and not overworking themselves. A big thank you to Flogas for supporting our athletes [...]

Jack Fairclough Sets New Irish Record and Makes History at ISSF World Cup in Cyprus Nicosia, Cyprus — Jack Fairclough has delivered a landmark performance for Irish shooting sport at the ISSF World Cup Shotgun in Nicosia, Cyprus, setting a new Irish record in Men’s Olympic Skeet with a remarkable score of 122 out of 125 [...]

There are a lot of sport events to keep an eye on for May and June - information on them all below!   DATES EVENT (SPORT) 10-17 May SAILING Finn Lynch, Ewen McMahon, Eve McMahon, 2025 ILCA 7 Men’s & ILCA 6 Women’s World Championships, Qingdao, China LINK 13-18 May BADMINTON Nhat Nguyen – Thailand [...]

Team Ireland athletes delivered an inspiring series of performances on the international stage this week, bringing home medals, smashing personal bests, and going head-to-head with the world’s best in a packed schedule of top-tier competition. Eve McMahon Secures Bronze at Sailing World Championships Ireland’s Eve McMahon continued her rise through the international ranks, by winning [...]

Equestrian: Austin O'Connor Achieves Podium Finish at Badminton Horse Trials  Four time Olympian Austin O'Connor delivered one of his finest performances to date at the prestigious 2025 Badminton Horse Trials, finishing third overall aboard his long-time partner Colorado Blue. After a modest start in the dressage phase, where he placed 20th, O'Connor surged through the [...]

Fleet of Fiat vehicles to be made available to athletes   The Olympic Federation of Ireland and Fiat are announcing a new four-year partnership, which will see the iconic Italian car brand become the Official Car Partner of Team Ireland through the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games and the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympic [...]

Team Ireland Weekly Highlights   Ellen Walshe Sets New Irish Record in 400m Individual Medley Ellen Walshe delivered a standout performance at the 2025 Pro Swim Series in Fort Lauderdale, setting a new Irish national record in the 400m Individual Medley with a time of 4:35.32. This swim shaved nearly two seconds off her previous [...]

With just under a year to go, Team Ireland is deep into preparations for Milano Cortina 2026.  Managing Director of Key Patent Innovations, Angela Quinlan caught up with Team Ireland’s Chef de Mission, Nancy Chillingworth, to get an inside look at the unique challenges and innovations shaping Milano Cortina — from decentralised venues to international [...]

The OFI is now seeking to appoint an Independent Non-Executive Director (INED) to their Board.   The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is the Irish National Olympic Committee responsible for promoting Olympic sports on the island.   {{ vc_btn: title=CLICK+HERE+FOR+MORE+INFO+ON+HOW+TO+APPLY&css=&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.linkedin.com%252Fjobs%252Fview%252F4219859302%252F%253FcapColoOverride%253Dtrue%7Ctitle%3AMORE%2520INFO%2520ON%2520HOW%2520TO%2520APPLY%2520HERE }} The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is inviting expressions of interest for the appointment [...]

SARAH Healy is not remotely prone to hubris or hyperbole so when she describes winning 3000m gold at this year’s European Indoor Championships as a ‘milestone’ it is clear just how pivotal a moment it was. The double European youth champion (2018) and European Junior and U23 silver medallist continued to lower her PBs and [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of April: Finn Lynch wins a bronze medal at at the Princess Sofia Olympic Classes Regatta Mia Griffin wins Stage 2 of Tour El Salvador 2.1 Rory McIlroy wins The Masters and secures a career Grand Slam Lara Gillespie has a solid [...]

Team Ireland is already deep in preparation for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games, with momentum building after a successful Chef de Mission (CdM) seminar in March. For the first time, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the local organising committee held a joint Olympic and Paralympic CdM seminar for a Winter Games — a [...]

The annual Ireland Reputation Index 2025 study is based on the perceptions of over 5,000 members of the public. It measures the level of trust, respect, admiration and esteem the public has for 100 of the largest, most familiar and most important organisations in Ireland, alongside 100 reputation, brand, purpose and ESG indicators. The study [...]

Team Ireland Weekly Highlights April 28, 2025    Peter Lynch Breaks Irish Marathon Record  Peter Lynch, a 27-year-old from Kilkenny and member of the Kilkenny City Harriers, delivered a historic performance at the 2025 Düsseldorf Marathon, breaking the Irish men's marathon record with a time of 2:09:36. This achievement surpassed the previous national record set [...]

It was a weekend to remember for Irish hockey. The 2025 Euro Hockey League (EHL) Finals — Europe’s premier club competition and field hockey’s answer to the UEFA Champions League — lit up the Dutch city of ’s-Hertogenbosch, and Irish players were right at the heart of the action, collecting medals and making history.    [...]

Paris 2024 Olympic Finalists in Women's 4 x 400m to travel Athletics Ireland have announced a 14-strong team ahead of the upcoming World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China on Saturday May 10th and Sunday May 11th.   Women’s, men’s and mixed 4x400m relay teams will travel to the championships aiming to seal all-important qualification for [...]

A World Stage Awaits Team Ireland The Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games have officially unveiled a bold and athlete-centred venue plan, blending state-of-the-art facilities with some of the most iconic backdrops in world sport. For Team Ireland, this offers an exciting glimpse into the arenas where our athletes will compete for Olympic glory.  With the [...]

Evan Bailey is an up and coming swimmer training at the National Centre Limerick, while he is also pursuing an engineering degree at the University of Limerick. As you can imagine, his days are fairly busy trying to balance both training and college, so naturally we wanted to see what a day in his life [...]

Olympic Medallist Aifric Keogh to Chair High Calibre and Diverse Committee     The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) is pleased to announce the newly elected Athletes’ Commission (AC) for the 2025–2028 term. Comprising a diverse group of Olympians, the Commission ensures that the athlete voice remains central to the decision-making process within the Irish [...]

Over 40 Team Ireland athletes are set to benefit from a €135,000 funding boost, thanks to Flogas, proud partners of Team Ireland. The support comes through two dedicated funding streams – the Athlete Support Initiative and the Performance Programme – launched earlier this year. This significant investment, partly generated through the successful Flogas Dual Fuel [...]

From Augusta to Dublin, Belgium to the Basque Country, Irish athletes produced standout performances across a range of Olympic sports this weekend.    Rory McIlroy Completes Career Grand Slam  Rory McIlroy delivered a defining moment for Irish sport this weekend, winning the 2025 Masters Tournament and becoming just the sixth golfer in history — and [...]

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed the event programme for the LA28 Olympic Games, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, gender equality, and youth engagement.  One of the standout developments is the introduction of Mixed Team Golf, which will feature alongside the men’s and women’s individual competitions. Also confirmed is the inclusion of all the [...]

Today, over 2000 students from around the country gathered at the National Indoor Arena for the 11th annual Dare to Believe PEXpo, sponsored by Allianz. This is a key activation for the Olympic Federation of Ireland’s school programme, Dare to Believe, and a significant event on the secondary school calendar. The overall category was won [...]

IOC President-elect Kirsty Coventry: The Olympic Movement can showcase the best of humanity Kirsty Coventry was 9 years old when she first glimpsed the global sporting event that would change her life and secure her place in history. At home in Harare, Zimbabwe, the young girl was captivated by the television footage of the Olympic [...]

Olympic Champion and Dare to Believe ambassador Rhys McClenaghan revisits his school Olympic Champion on the pommel horse (gymnastics), Rhys McClenaghan, returned to his former school this week, bringing with him not only his Olympic gold medal but also an inspiring message of resilience and perseverance. As an ambassador for the Dare to Believe Olympic [...]

Olympians Rhys McClenaghan and Peter McKibbon have been honoured by their former secondary school with commemorative plaques. McClenaghan, who won gold in the men’s Pommel Horse at Paris 2024, and McKibbon, a member of Ireland’s men’s hockey team in Paris, both attended Regent House School in Newtownards as teenagers. It has recognised their Olympic achievements [...]

Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe has been elected as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and the first female President in IOC history, following 1 round of voting at the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece. Coventry was chosen over fellow presidential candidates HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein, David Lappartient, Johan Eliasch, Juan [...]

The European Sponsorship Association (ESA) Awards are the gold standard for recognising the very best in sponsorship across Europe. This week, we are thrilled to have been nominated for Rights Holder of the Year, standing alongside incredible organisations such as AEG, Paralympics GB, and Ryder Cup Europe. This nomination is a testament to the impact [...]

9 March 2025; Sarah Healy of Ireland celebrates winning gold in the women's 3000m final on day four of the European Athletics Indoor Championships 2025 at the Omnisport Apeldoorn in Apeldoorn, Netherlands. Photo by Sam Barnes/Sportsfile A Golden Weekend for Team Ireland! A massive congratulations to our athletes on their incredible performances over the weekend! [...]

Thousands of Students Engage with Olympic Champion Rhys McClenaghan and Dance Star Laura Nolan The latest Olympians LIVE! webinar reached an incredible 26,262 students and 931 teachers/schools from across Ireland tuning in to take part in this unforgettable event. Fresh from his Paris 2024 gold medal win on the pommel horse, Olympic Champion Rhys McClenaghan [...]

The European Olympic Committees EU Office (EOC EU Office) proudly welcomes the Olympic Federation of Ireland among its partners. The EOC is the umbrella body for Europe’s 50 National Olympic Committees and works to spread the Olympic values and inspiring sport and healthy lifestyles across Europe. Thanks to the EU Office of the EOC, the [...]

Recruitment has begun for the new Athletes' Commission 2025 - 2028 We are currently recruiting members for the new Olympic Federation of Ireland Athletes’ Commission, in what will be an exciting opportunity to have input into many of the decisions and operations across relevant areas in the Olympic movement. The Athletes’ Commission plays a key [...]

Save the Date: Olympians LIVE! on Friday March 7th We are thrilled to have a brilliant opportunity to catch up with our Olympic Champion Gymnast Rhys McClenaghan, Ireland’s pommel horse gold medallist from Paris 2024. Students will get a cool opportunity for a dance & gymnastics tutorial from Rhys and his Dancing with the Stars [...]

The Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) provisionally recognised World Boxing (WB) as the International Federation (IF) within the Olympic Movement governing the sport of boxing at world level, during a remote meeting held today. Following an assessment of the situation of World Boxing, it was noted that, among the criteria for recognition that [...]

We are excited to share the Team Ireland nomination policies for the 2025 European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF). The event will take place in Skopje, North Macedonia, from July 20-26, and it’s a huge opportunity for young Irish athletes to step onto the international stage. For many, the EYOF is their first taste of high-level [...]

Finlay Wilson named as flagbearer for the Closing Ceremony   Team Ireland wrapped up its participation in the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) today, as skier Julia Deakins delivered a determined performance in the Girls Slalom, finishing 34th on a challenging course that saw half the field unable to complete their runs.   With competition [...]

WHAT IS PEXPO? PEXpo is an Interactive Olympic Sports Experience and PE Project Competition for Secondary School Students. The event encourages students to explore PE topics through research and hands-on experiences, while it also inspires attendees with interactive sessions featuring top Irish athletes and professionals from various sports careers. With fun Olympic-style challenges and a [...]

BUSY DAY FOR TEAM IRELAND WITH SKI AND SKATE ACTION AT THE EUROPEAN YOUTH OLYMPIC FESTIVAL   It was a busy day for Team Ireland at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Georgia, with Alpine Skiers Finlay Wilson and Kyle Gump competing in the Boys Slalom in Bakuriani, and Allie Peterson taking to the [...]

FIGURE SKATER OPENS CAMPAIGN AT THE EUROPEAN YOUTH OLYMPIC FESTIVAL Figure Skater Allie Peterson took to the Batumi Ice Arena this morning, opening her campaign for Team Ireland at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Georgia. Competing in the Girls Short Programme, Peterson finished 22nd with a score of 39.87 and is only the [...]

Alpine Skier impresses in opening event at EYOF in Bakuriani   On the second day of action for Team Ireland at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Bakuriani, Georgia, Alpine Skier Julia Deakins made an impressive start to her campaign, finishing 28th in the Girls Giant Slalom. Ireland's sole competitor of the day delivered [...]

We’re excited to introduce the Flogas Performance Programme 2025, a new support for Irish athletes and coaches as they prepare for competition on the global stage. With €75,000 available in funding—thanks to the Flogas Dual Fuel tariff—this programme aims to make a real difference for those striving for excellence. If you’re an athlete, coach, or [...]

FOUR TEAM IRELAND ATHLETES NAMED FOR THE WINTER EUROPEAN YOUTH OLYMPIC FESTIVAL IN BAKURIANI, GEORGIA Four young athletes from Team Ireland are set to embark on their Olympic journey this week at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Georgia. With just one year to go until the Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina, this [...]

Olympic Schools Programme Dare to Believe Expands with Allianz Ireland on board as sponsors 21 new athletes added to the ambassador line-up The Olympic Federation of Ireland is delighted to announce the addition of twenty-one new Olympic and Paralympic athletes to the Dare to Believe Olympic Schools Programme, bringing the total number of athlete ambassadors [...]

Allianz, one of the long-standing supporters of sport in Ireland, has been announced today as the new top sponsor and partner of the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) and Paralympics Ireland, marking another milestone in Allianz’s commitment to fostering sporting excellence and inspiring the next generation of Irish athletes. Having been a partner to Paralympics […]

Ticket sales for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 will begin in February 2025. The deadline to participate in the draw for the first phase of ticket sales is January 15th. Sign up now to access to the best seats for your favorite sports! How does it work? 1. Register to be part of [...]

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 [...]

"Phenomenal" Paul O'Donovan was hailed "an all-time great" as he was crowned RTÉ Sport Sportsperson of the Year for 2024 on Sunday evening. The Cork rower became the first Irish Olympian to win medals at three consecutive Olympic Games in August as he claimed gold at the double sculls in Paris in a year where [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has launched the Team Ireland Athlete Support Initiative, sponsored by Flogas, today (5 December). The scheme will see athletes benefit from additional support in education, mentorship opportunities and specific training access, in conjunction with key expert providers. Flogas has committed an initial amount of €60,000 to the initiative.  Applications are [...]

Next Sunday evening, December 15th at 9:30 pm, the RTÉ Sport Awards 2024 will air live on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player. Hosted by Joanne Cantwell, Darragh Maloney, and Jacqui Hurley from Studio 4 in RTÉ, the event will celebrate Irish sporting excellence in front of an audience filled with the nation’s top athletes. [...]

Lochlann Walsh elected President of the Olympic Federation of Ireland Lochlann Walsh was elected as the latest President of the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) at an Extraordinary General Meeting tonight (5 December). Walsh takes over from Sarah Keane, who has held the position since 2017. Sarah O’Shea was also elected as the Vice-President of [...]

Earlier this month, Terry McHugh was presented with the Olympic Federation of Ireland President’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 - [...]

Katie Mullan today announced that she is stepping away from her captain’s duties for the Ireland senior women’s national hockey team. Mullan, 30, a prominent figure in Irish women’s field hockey, has made significant contributions to the sport both as a player and as the captain of Ireland’s senior women’s national team. Known for her [...]

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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.   The unique event was [...]

This weekend will mark a special occasion for the Irish Olympic movement. Athletes who have represented Ireland at the Games throughout the years will be recognised at an Olympic Ball which will take place at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road (9 November). The event will celebrate one hundred years of Team Ireland, along with the [...]

On 5 December 2024, an Extraordinary General Meeting will take place at the Clayton Hotel, Cardiff Lane, Dublin, to hold quadrennial elections to form the Board of the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI). Aside from six non-officer positions, the position of President and Vice-President will be elected by the member federations of the OFI.   [...]

The Irish Wolfhounds rounded out the second stage of this season’s ISU Short Track World Tour in Montreal, Canada this weekend. In the qualification rounds on the opening day of the event, Sean McAnuff (Co. Antrim) and Liam O’Brien (Co. Cavan) were put through their paces in all three distances. The Wolfhounds were drawn in [...]

Co. Wicklow’s Lara Gillespie got Ireland off to a strong start at the 2024 Tissot UCI Track World Championships in Ballerup, Denmark. The five-day championships got underway yesterday and Gillespie was the first of the Irish team to compete, racing in the Elimination Race this evening, Thursday, 17th of October. Gillespie faced strong competition with [...]

Irish riders hit the track again this week, as they head to the UCI Track World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark. Ireland will have three representatives on track in Denmark. Paris 2024 Olympians Lara Gillespie and Mia Griffin will be joined by Lucy Bénézet Minns, having just competed in the UCI World Road Championships in September, [...]

Albert’s crew excel in show jumping to blow elite field away Dag Albert has hailed a fantastic team effort in testing conditions after the Agria Irish Eventing Team blitzed an elite field to win the four-star FEI Eventing Nations Cup at Boekelo today. Albert’s squad of Aoife Clark on Sportsfield Freelance, Susie Berry on the [...]

12 September 2024. Deloitte Ireland and Team Ireland have announced the renewal of their partnership for another four years. The deal will see Deloitte join forces with Team Ireland for the Winter Olympic Games in Italy in 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles in July 2028. Harry Goddard, CEO, Deloitte Ireland, commented: [...]

A significant number of the 133 Team Ireland athletes, and many of the coaches and support staff are en route to what is set to be a spectacular Closing Ceremony to Paris 2024 at the iconic Stade de France. Some of the team that departed for home earlier in the Games have even flown back [...]

Track cyclist Lara Gillespie closed out the Paris 2024 Olympic Games for Team Ireland with a 10th place finish in the final event at the Velodrome; the Women’s Omnium. TRACK CYCLING Lara Gillespie helped Team Ireland leave Paris 2024 on a high with a brilliantly gutsy top 10 finish in the gruelling Omnium event at the [...]

Becoming the first Irish woman ever to compete at five Olympic Games Team Ireland’s Fionnuala McCormack finished 28th in the Women’s Marathon around the streets of Paris this morning.   ATHLETICS The Wicklow woman ran a typically strong race, moving up the field throughout and left everything out on the course, as she became Ireland’s [...]

Double Olympic medallist Daniel Wiffen, and Olympic bronze medallist Mona McSharry have been announced as the Team Ireland Flagbearers for the Closing Ceremony of Paris 2024 tomorrow night (Sunday). Olympic gold and bronze medallist Wiffen, and Olympic bronze medallist McSharry both reacted with immense pride on discovering they had been selected to carry the Irish [...]

Team Ireland’s Rhasidat Adeleke has finished fourth (49.28) in the 400m final at the Olympic Games in Paris; the first time an Irish female athlete has ever contested an Olympic sprint final. Ireland’s first ever heptathlete at an Olympic Games Kate O’Connor finished 14th overall at her debut Olympic Games after a seasons best time [...]

Team Ireland’s women’s 4x400m relay team have made yet more history at these Paris Olympic Games by becoming the first women’s relay team ever to make an Olympic final, qualifying with a third place finish in their heat. Hurdler Sarah Lavin and 800m athlete Mark English both ran really well placing sixth in their respective semi-finals but missed out on the [...]

Team Ireland’s women’s 4x400m relay team have made yet more history at these Paris Olympic Games by becoming the first women’s relay team ever to make an Olympic final, qualifying with a third place finish in their heat. Hurdler Sarah Lavin and 800m athlete Mark English both ran really well placing sixth in their respective semi-finals but missed out on the [...]

Leona Maguire and Stephanie Meadow were back in action at Le Golf National in round two of the women’s singles today. Meadow carded a round of 74; four better than yesterday, but Maguire will be frustrated after signing for a round of 79 today. GOLF It was another unforgiving day for Stephanie Meadow and Leona [...]

Homecoming celebrations for Team Ireland as they return home from the Paris Olympic Games have been confirmed. This is the first time the Irish Olympic Team have received a civic reception on its return home and the event has been planned in conjunction with Dublin City Council. We look forward to this momentous occasion that will [...]

Team Ireland’s Kate O’Connor made history today becoming Ireland’s first ever heptathlete to compete at an Olympic Games. The Newry native competed in two of the seven events this morning; 100m hurdles and High Jump to sit on 1908 points (19th overall) ahead of the next two events this evening. Leona Maguire and Stephanie Meadow are back [...]

Irish track star Rhasidat Adeleke finished second in her semi-final of the women’s 400m to advance to her first ever Olympic final on Friday night. In doing so Adeleke becomes the first Irish woman ever to make a sprint final at an Olympic Games. In Taekwondo in the repechage round Jack Woolley put in an improved performance, but ultimately [...]

Team Ireland’s Shane Sweetnam with James Kann Cruz, and Daniel Coyle with Legacy, both missed out on the medal jump-off in the show jumping final at the Palace of Versailles this morning. Running a brilliant PB Sophie O’Sullivan narrowly missed out on qualifying for the 1500m semi-finals by just one spot, finishing 7th in her heat, [...]

Team Ireland’s Ciara Mageean has withdrawn from tomorrow’s 1500m heats due to injury. In her final weeks of preparation for these Paris Olympic Games Ciara has been dealing with painful chronic Achilles issues. Despite every effort made by Ciara and the Team Ireland medical team, the European champion will unfortunately be unable to toe the [...]

Team Ireland’s swimming superstar Daniel Wiffen has won an Olympic bronze medal in the 1500m Freestyle final this evening, to add to the gold he won on Tuesday. In doing so the Armagh swimmer has won Team Ireland’s seventh medal at these Olympic Games, and it is Ireland’s third bronze medal in Paris. This is [...]

Team Ireland’s Gymnastics superstar Rhys McClenaghan has won an Olympic gold medal in the Pommel Horse final this evening, with a magnificent score of 15.533, becoming the first Irish gymnast to ever win an Olympic medal.   Cyclist Ben Healy secured Ireland’s best ever result in an Olympic road race with a brilliant 10th place finish this afternoon. Team [...]

Team Ireland rowers Fintan McCarthy and Paul O’Donovan (LM2x) have sensationally won back-to -back Olympic gold medals. The Skibbereen superstars rowed the perfect race to become double Olympic champions in front a massive Irish crowd in Paris. In doing the remarkable duo have won Team Ireland’s fifth medal at these Paris Olympic Games, after team [...]

Twenty-one-year-old Sallynoggin heavyweight (92kg) Jack Marley, who made such an impressive Olympic debut last Sunday was beaten tonight by Davlat Boltaev of Tajikistan in the 92kg quarter-finals; 4-1. Earlier talented Bray flyweight Daina Moorehouse was bitterly disappointed to be on the wrong side of a 4-1 decision in favour of hometown fighter Wassila Lkhadiri of [...]

Team Ireland rowers Philip Doyle and Daire Lynch have won a brilliant Olympic bronze medal in the final of the Men’s Double Sculls (M2x) at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. In doing the Irish duo have won Team Ireland’s fourth medal at these Olympic Games, after Mona McSharry claimed bronze, Daniel Wiffen gold, and [...]

Armagh swimmer Daniel Wiffen has won an incredible Olympic gold medal in the final of the men’s 800m freestyle at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, in a new Olympic Record time of 7:38.19. In doing so twenty-three-year old Wiffen becomes Team Ireland’s second medallist at these Olympic Games, after team mate Mona McSharry claimed [...]

At the canoe slalom Michaela Corcoran in the women’s C1 placed 21st overall and did not advance to  the semi-finals, while Kildare paddler Noel Hendrick did enough over the course of his two runs in the K1 to advance to Thursday’s semi-final, ranked 19th. The Irish women’s rugby sevens team concluded their first ever Olympic Games with an eighth place finish [...]

Sligo’s Mona McSharry has won a stunning Olympic bronze medal in the final of the women’s 100m breaststroke at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. In doing so McSharry becomes Team Ireland’s first medallist at these Olympic Games. A product of Ballyshannon Marlins SC in Donegal McSharry stormed to third in a time of 1:00.59. [...]

In Canoe Slalom double Olympian Liam Jegou put in an incredible run in the semi-final of the Men’s C1 to reach his first Olympic final an hour later where he placed an amazing seventh overall. Defending lightweight champion Kellie Harrington impressively defeated Italian Alessia Mesiano in the last 16 to advance to the quarter-finals on Wednesday evening (31st July). Her [...]

Reigning world champion Daniel Wiffen eased his way into tomorrow night’s 800m Freestyle final qualifying fastest of all eight swimmers in a time of 7:41.53. Team mate Ellen Walshe booked her spot in her first Olympic final tonight; her favoured event the women’s 400m Individual Medley by finishing fourth in her heat. Second time Olympian Danielle Hill [...]

It was good news all round for Team Ireland on the second evening of these Olympic Games. In front of a capacity crowd at the La Defense tonight Sligo swimmer Mona McSharry set a new Irish record of 1:05.51 in the semi-final of the women’s 100m breaststroke as she qualified in style for tomorrow night’s final [...]

On the water in Marseilles Sailors Robert Dickson and Seán Waddilove impressed to win the third of their 12 qualifying races in the Skiff this afternoon, having earlier placed  fourth in the second race. In boxing Offaly welterweight (66kg) Grainne Walsh was beaten by Hungarian opponent Anna Luca Hamori in the preliminaries this afternoon 4-1.The first ever Irish Women’s Rugby Sevens team at an [...]

Three of the five Irish boats in action this morning, including reigning Olympic champions Fintan McCarthy and Paul O’Donovan, qualified directly through to the semi-finals of their respective events, with the women’s lightweight double qualifying for the repechage tomorrow where they will have a second chance to secure a semi-final spot, and the women’s four [...]

Day one of Paris 2024 is set to be a bumper one for Team Ireland as athletes from no less than ten sports will get their Olympic campaigns underway; Eventing (Dressage), Hockey, Swimming, Rowing, Canoe Slalom, Road Cycling, Boxing, Badminton, Gymnastics, and the Men’s Rugby Sevens team return to the pitch.    Equestrian The Irish [...]

At a media event this morning in the Irish Cultural Centre in the heart of Paris, Limerick athlete Sarah Lavin and Offaly golfer Shane Lowry were both unveiled as the Team Ireland Flagbearers for tonight’s Opening Ceremony like no other along the river Seine, which gets underway at 7pm Irish time. Flagbearers The Limerick sprint [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has released the Team Ireland Media Guidelines booklet for Paris 2024. The complete guide to the Irish Olympic team profiles the athletes selected to compete at the Paris Olympic Games, with action beginning on the 24 July 2024. DOWNLOAD HERE: Team Ireland Media Guide for Paris 2024 Ireland celebrates 100 [...]

Allianz Ireland have today announced the renewal of its partnership with the Olympic Federation of Ireland, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Irish athletes on their journey to Paris 2024 and beyond. As an Official Partner of the Olympic Federation of Ireland, the renewed agreement will see Allianz continue its support through to the Los Angeles [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially named the three road cyclists who will compete for Team Ireland at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Megan Armitage (Offaly), Ben Healy (Cork/Stourbridge UK) and Ryan Mullen (Meath/Birkenhead UK), join the four person track cycling team in representing Ireland in a sport that has been on [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the canoe slalom athletes who are set to compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. In what will be the biggest team since 1996, Ireland will be entering an athlete in all four boat allocations available and are entering a fully gender balanced team in [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the golf team who are set to compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer.  Replicating the team that competed in Tokyo 2020, the Paris 2024 team of Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Leona Maguire and Stephanie Meadow will once again represent Ireland in golf at the Olympic Games. The golf tournament occurs [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the athletics team who are set to compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer.  Team Ireland will be represented by twenty-three athletes at the Games, with the track and field events taking place in the Stade de France, and the marathon events running through the [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the equestrian team who are set to compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer.  Team Ireland will be represented by a showjumping team, an eventing team, and individual dressage at the Games, with competition taking place on the grounds of the Versailles Palace. The eventing [...]

To mark 100 years of Ireland's participation at the Olympic Games, artist Shane O'Driscoll has created a special artwork that encapsulates a momentous occasion in Irish sporting history. The artwork celebrates Ireland's Olympic heritage, utilising colours and shapes that symbolise both Ireland and the Games. Shane O'Driscoll is an Irish visual artist who specialises in [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the women’s track cycling team who will compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. The Irish track cycling team has secured qualification in the Women’s Team Pursuit, the Women’s Omnium and the Women’s Madison following a two-year competition journey. The track cycling competitions take place in the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Velodrome on the [...]

 The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the full aquatics team who will compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Twelve swimmers have been named, including three relay teams. Over the weekend it was good news also for diver Ciara McGing who confirmed her allocation spot in the Women’s 10m Platform. She [...]

As the final preparations are under way for Team Ireland at the Paris Olympic Games, Minister Catherine Martin and Minister Thomas Byrne joined Sport Ireland to wish the Olympic Federation of Ireland and the Irish team good luck ahead of their centenary Games. Team Ireland will be completing some of their final steps on their [...]

Team Ireland Boxing Announcement Ten Irish boxers named for Team Ireland at this summer’s Games in Paris 2024 The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the ten boxers who will compete for Team Ireland at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Ireland will field boxers in all female categories in the competition which [...]

Team Ireland Diving Announcement The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially confirmed that Jake Passmore will be competing for Team Ireland in the Men’s 3m Springboard at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. The eighteen-year-old achieved his qualification based on his World Championship result in Doha in February where he placed 17th, improving from [...]

With one month to go before the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the bands playing at the Team Ireland house are in the final stages of their pre-Games preparations. The Corona's, Sharon Shannon, Mundy and the Tumbling Paddies will all play full sets at O'Sullivan's by the Mill in the heart of [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially named the men’s hockey team that will compete this summer at the Olympic Games in Paris. Captained by Sean Murray (Lisburn) the team clinched one of the coveted places at the Final Qualification event in Valencia earlier this year, when they defeated Korea 4-3 in a scintillating final [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the rowing team that will compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. A record number of crews has qualified for Team Ireland at these Games, with sixteen athletes to compete across seven boats. The rowing events occur in Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium, to the southeast of [...]

Today, Allianz is delighted to launch their new ‘Stop The Drop’ research with Olympic silver medallist Sonia O’Sullivan.   The "Stop The Drop" campaign report sheds critical light on the decline in sports participation among Irish children, particularly during the pivotal transition from primary to secondary school. This decline not only impacts the immediate health and [...]

Team Ireland Sailors - Paris 2024 The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the sailing team that will compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Rio Olympian, Finn Lynch, will compete in the Men’s Dinghy, and Tokyo Olympians Robert Dickson and Sean Waddilove compete in the Men’s Skiff. Eve McMahon makes her [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the Men’s and Women’s Rugby Sevens teams who will compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Harry McNulty will captain the men’s team, which recently finished second in the World Series. Lucy Rock (formerly Mulhall) has been named as the captain of the women’s team [...]

Jack Woolley officially selected to represent Team Ireland in the -58 category in Paris 2024 The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected Jack Woolley to compete in the Men’s -58kg at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. The Tallaght athlete made his Olympic debut in Tokyo, becoming the first Irish athlete to ever [...]

Rhys McClenaghan set to become two-time Olympian in the Men’s Pommel in Paris 2024  05 June 2024 The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected Rhys McClenaghan to compete in the Men’s Pommel at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Ireland’s premier gymnast made his Olympic debut in Tokyo, and in Paris his competition [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland and Woodland Group Ireland Ltd have signed an agreement that will see Woodland Group deliver all storage, logistics and transport for Team Ireland The agreement spans both the Paris 2024 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, with Woodland providing expert logistic services to Ireland’s Olympic team throughout the entire term. Woodland [...]

Watch the 2nd World Qualification Boxing Tournament Live where 7 Irish athletes are fighting for Paris 2024 Olympic Qualification. The tournament is held at Indoor Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, where a total of 51 remaining Paris 2024 Olympic quota places (23 for women and 28 for men) will be up for grabs across 13 Olympic [...]

Nhat Nguyen and Rachael Darragh have been officially selected to represent Team Ireland in badminton at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Dubliner, Nguyen, will be competing in his second Games, having made his debut at the Tokyo Olympics. From Raphoe, Co. Donegal, Darragh will be making her first Olympic appearance. The Badminton events [...]

Lucy Mulhall visits St. Clare’s National and Secondary Schools in Cavan   Irish Women’s Rugby Sevens’ Captain Lucy Mulhall visited students in Cavan to inspire the next generation of athletes as part of the Dare to Believe Programme supported by PTSB. Team Ireland and Dare to Believe ambassador, Lucy Mulhall, paid a visit to St. [...]

Since 1932 and the Olympic Games in Lake Placid (winter) and Los Angeles (summer), the podium has been an integral part of the victory ceremony. The podium is the ultimate symbol of performance and celebration. For Olympic and Paralympic athletes, stepping onto the podium is an achievement. It is the conclusion of a long journey, [...]

The Road to Paris 2024 is reaching its terminus. Qualification opportunities are at a premium and boxing is no exception. With 51 quotas at stake, including 23 for women and 28 for men, the 2nd World Qualification Tournament in Bangkok from 24 May to 2 June will offer boxers a final chance to secure a quota for the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Quota places will [...]

Thirty-six athletes from 11 different countries, hosted by 15 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and competing across 12 sports were named today as members of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team for Paris 2024. The announcement was made by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) President, Thomas Bach, during a live-streamed ceremony from Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland. Appearing [...]

It takes a brave person to admit that “my appointment was as much a surprise  to me as anyone else” and that he initially suffered from imposter syndrome. But that is how Paul McNamara felt when he was appointed Athletics Ireland’s Director of High Performance in April 2017. He had already amassed World Athletics’ highest [...]

Deirdre Duke, Anna O’Flanagan and Chloe Watkins, all of whom were part of the 2018 Hockey World Cup squad who brought home the Silver Medal for Ireland, have announced their retirements from international hockey. Deirdre Duke DEIRDRE DUKE made her International debut for the IRL Women’s team in June 2013 against Scotland and went on [...]

Six teams – our title sponsor PTSB and partners Allianz, Deloitte, Flogas, McKeever and Sport Ireland – went head to head yesterday at the Sport Ireland Campus to see who would be crowned Team Ireland’s Fittest Sponsor. With great encouragement from MC Greg O’Shea, their own personal Olympic coaches and in front of a vocal [...]

Celebrations are about to get underway in Marseille, France today (8 May) as the city prepares for the arrival of the Olympic flame to French soil. Irish sailor, and Team Ireland Paris Scholar, Eve McMahon, has been selected by the French Embassy in Ireland as the Irish representative to participate in the Olympic Torch Relay [...]

25 June 2023; Terry Kennedy of Ireland on his way to scoring his side's first try in the Men's Rugby Sevens match between Ireland and Italy at the Henryk Reyman Stadium during the European Games 2023 in Krakow, Poland. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile   The pools have been announced for the Ireland Men’s and Women’s [...]

AN HISTORIC CELEBRATION IN MARSEILLE ON 8 MAY TO KICK-OFF CELEBRATIONS IN FRANCE Carrying a message of unity and symbolising the unifying dimension of sport, the Olympic flame has begun its journey in Greece to pay tribute to the origins of the Games. After departing from the port of Piraeus in Greece on 27 April, [...]

Key Patent Innovations becomes Team Ireland Partner Irish patent licencing company to back Team Ireland at Paris 2024 and beyond The Olympic Federation of Ireland today announced that Key Patent Innovations will become official partner to Team Ireland, following an agreement which opens with the Paris 2024 Games. The homegrown Irish company is a global [...]

Team Announcement: 2nd Olympic Boxing World Qualifier, Bangkok, Thailand   The 7-strong team to contest the final boxing qualifier for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has been named and is: Tokyo bronze medalist at 71kg, Aidan Walsh, European Games athletes Daina Moorehouse (50kg), Jennifer Lehane (54kg), Sean Mari (51kg), and Kelyn Cassidy (80kg), 66kg Grainne […]

The annual Volleyball Ireland Cup Finals weekend takes place over the Bank Holiday with 14 matches and an event taken to the next level. Unbeaten Premier Division champions Santry Calypso take on a hard hitting UCD in the showpiece Women’s final (Saturday 2.45pm), whilst 2nd and 3rd placed Aer Lingus and Dalkey Devils battle for […]

It was in water-polo, in 1924, that Ireland first made waves in an Olympic swimming pool and another men’s water polo team took part four years later when Irish swimming history was made. That was when the first two swimmers took part; William Broderick in 400m freestyle and Marquerite Dockrell in 100m freestyle. Broderick, from [...]

Trinity College Dublin has celebrated its Olympian alumni and heritage with a special ceremony and exhibition on campus. The college’s historic Exam Hall hosted the reception, which is the latest in a series of events marking the Centenary of Team Ireland’s first participation in the Olympic Games. The exhibition featured images and biographies of Olympians […]

OFI AGM APPROVES FOUR NEW MEMBERS FOR LA 2028 CYCLE AND GOVERNANCE REFORMS Cricket, Lacrosse, Squash and Flag Football join 43 current OFI member sports Coinciding with the 100-days-to-go mark for Paris 2024, the Olympic Federation of Ireland today (17 April) held its Annual General Meeting, at which four new member federations were welcomed; Cricket […]

Olympic flame for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 lit in symbolic ceremony in Ancient Olympia  On the eve of 100 days to go, the flame for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 has been lit. It was ignited at the historic birthplace of the Olympic Games in Ancient Olympia in Greece. The Olympic flame, embodying peace […]

Jordan Conroy opens up in new Off The Ball and Allianz series Team Ireland Rugby 7s Star Jordan Conroy speaks bravely and honestly about his experience with domestic violence as a young child in Inner Drive, a the series from Off The Ball and Allianz. Inner Drive is a multi-platform, multi-part series, hosted by the […]

Two medals are coming home to Ireland as racing finishes up here on Lago di Varese. Fiona Murtagh and Airfic Keogh are taking home the silver medals for the Women’s Pair. Up against reigning World Champions Veronique Meester and Ymkje Clevering of the Netherlands, the crew from Galway had a tough race ahead. Ireland were [...]

Getting to know a three-time Irish Olympian, ahead of one of the biggest days in her life away from sporting arena, was the genesis for Irish fashion designer Laura Weber designing Team Ireland’s uniforms for the opening and closing ceremonies in Paris 2024. Weber, a textile graduate from NCAD, first came to international prominence when [...]

Allianz supporting the next generation of Team Ireland athletes at Sport Ireland Campus Kids’ Camp Thousands of children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in an Olympian environment at Sport Ireland Campus this summer, in the build up to Paris 2024 and during Team Ireland’s centenary celebration of participation at the Olympic Games.   The partnership […]

OLYMPIC FEDERATION OF IRELAND REVEAL EXCITING OPENING CEREMONY WEAR FOR PARIS 2024 Bespoke outfit celebrating 100 Years of Team Ireland designed by top Irish fashion designer Laura Weber through her brand LW Pearl   The Olympic Federation of Ireland today revealed the Opening Ceremony wear that will be worn by Team Ireland at the Olympic […]

This summer at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Team Ireland athletes will feature in LW Pearl formal wear in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies. The partnership will feature the best of Irish athletes in the best of Irish design, created and manufactured by New York based Dubliner, Laura Weber. Background Above all Laura wanted the […]

Two things resulted in Ireland’s only Olympic participation to date: the proximity of the London Olympics in 1948 and the founding of the Irish Amateur Basketball Asociation (ABAI) in 1945. The foreign game of basketball was primarily played by the army within Ireland up to the 1940s and the ABAI reasoned that Olympic participation would [...]

The 53rd edition of the Trofeo Princess Sofia is set to start today, Friday 29 March, with more than 800 boats and 1,100 sailors from 75 countries taking part in the Bay of Palma, Mallorca, Spain. The racing will run from April 1until April 6 and will feature Irish sailors aiming for the Paris,Olympic Games later in the summer [...]

Ireland have named their rowing team for the World Cup I event in Italy next month, as preparations go up a gear for the summer's Paris Games. The World Rowing Cups are an annual series of three regattas that lead in to the World Rowing Championships. World Cup I takes place from 12 to 14 [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of March. Jack Woolley Qualifies in Taekwondo For Paris 2024 Three years on from the delayed Tokyo Games, where he became Ireland’s first participant in any Olympic taekwondo event, Woolley has again sealed his place in the 58kg division. Jude Gallagher adds [...]

Olympic hurdler visits her former school to inspire the next generation of athletes as part of the Dare to Believe Programme supported by PTSB. Team Ireland Olympian and PTSB ambassador, Sarah Lavin, visited her old primary school to inspire the next generation of children to pursue their athletic ambitions. Lavin took a break from her [...]

A global audience, plus half a million people in-person witnessed Ireland's Olympians as they celebrated Team Ireland's Centenary on St Patrick's Day. A showpiece of famous Olympians, Team Ireland mascots, colourful performers representing Olympic sports; and a full class of school children who have completed the Dare to Believe programme marched through the streets of [...]

Ireland secured a silver medal and a new national record in the Women’s Team Pursuit after a successful opening day of the UCI Tissot Nations Cup Hong Kong on Friday, March 15th. In a very significant step towards securing qualification for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games later this year, Ireland picked up a silver medal [...]

Given that he has worked with some of the most successful track cyclists in Olympic history the source of Iain Dyer’s passion for bikes might surprise you. “I was one of those 12-13 year olds captivated by BMX in the early 1980s when it first exploded,” reveals the man who became Cycling Ireland’s High Performance [...]

Yesterday, the Olympic Federation of Ireland brought together a number of Olympians to kickstart our centenary celebrations at Trinity College Dublin. Last night's function was the first in a series of events that Team Ireland has planned throughout our Centenary year to celebrate our Olympians, recognise their achievements and inspire the next generation of athletes to [...]

Yesterday marked the official opening of the Centre Culturel Irlandais (@cc_irlandais) 100 Years Exhibition of Team Ireland at the Olympic and Paralympic Games. ‘Just a few hundred metres from the Irish cultural centre, 130 years ago at the Sorbonne, Pierre de Coubertin worked to persuade the world to unite through sport. We need to celebrate [...]

Terry McHugh is indelibly etched on Olympic history as the only Irish athlete to qualify for six Games thanks to his dual talents in javelin and bobsleigh. Born in Clonmel, he started athletics with Nenagh Olympic AC before his family moved to Meath and the 21-time national javelin champion still remains the only Irishman to [...]

A global audience will witness Ireland’s celebration of 100 Years of Olympic participation next month when Team Ireland plays a central role in the National St Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin on 17 March 2024. Ireland first competed as a nation in the Olympic Games in Paris 1924, and St. Patrick’s Day will serve as […]

Irish badminton has a relatively short but rich Olympic history and women have played a really seminal role in it. Sonia McGinn, a 26-year-old from Howth, was the first player to ever qualify when she competed in Sydney 2000 and she also had a female coach (Mary Dinan). Then came Chloe Magee who was only [...]

“Flogas Ignites Support for Team Ireland with ‘Energy Behind the Athletes’ Docuseries.”   Flogas, Ireland’s fastest growing energy provider, proudly unveils its multifaceted campaign, ‘Energy Behind the Athletes’, designed to amplify support for Team Ireland athletes while spotlighting the vital role of community support. This coincides with the launch of an engaging docuseries on March […]

Ireland dominate to win fifth Wellington CSIO4* Nations Cup The Underwriting Exchange Irish Show Jumping team won a fifth CSIO4* Wellington International Nations Cup after an utterly dominant performance at the Florida venue overnight. Michael Blake’s team of Darragh Kenny on Eddy Blue, David O’Brien on El Balou Old, Shane Sweetnam on RR Combella and [...]

Ireland Head Coach Sean Dancer has decided to step-away from the Senior Women’s Hockey programme. It comes just over a month after the team narrowly failed to qualify for Paris 2024, losing to GB in Valencia at the Olympic Qualifiers in January.   Dancer joined as Head Coach in May 2019 having moved from his role as […]

OLYMPIC FEDERATION OF IRELAND LAUNCHES ROAD TO PARIS – THE OLYMPIC SCHOOLS CHALLENGE   Schools nationwide are invited to join the Irish Olympic team on an interactive journey to the Olympic Games in Paris. The challenge is part of the OFI’s ‘Dare to Believe’ programme supported by PTSB Today the Olympic Federation of Ireland, together […]

Event Location Date Athletes How to follow World Indoor Championships Glasgow, Scotland 01.03.2024-03.03.2024 Sarah Lavin (60m Hurdles), Sarah Healy (1500m), Israel Olatunde (60m), Sharlene Mawdsley (400m), Women’s 4x400m Relay Virgin Media TV, Releases from AI after every session, video interviews on social European Throwing Cup Leira, Portugal 09.03.2024-10.03.2024 Likely to feature Eric Favors (Shot Put) […]

The IABA team to contest the First Olympic World Qualifier in Busto Arsizio, Italy, from the 3rd - 11th of March, has been named. The 8 strong team will contest the tournament at all Olympic weights available, following the qualification for Paris 2024 of reigning lightweight champion Kellie Harrington, Tokyo Olympians Aoife O’Rourke and Michaela [...]

For far too long the menstrual cycle was regarded as a monthly burden to be suffered in silence by female athletes and far too taboo to be discussed with their coaches and support systems. But, if monitored properly, it can not only guide women’s training but be the best early warning signal of under-fuelling and [...]

Celebrating 100 Years of Team Ireland, Olympian Recognition Programme Unveiled Schools, Clubs, and Communities invited to celebrate their Olympians with a Team Ireland plaque As part of the Team Ireland celebrations to mark its centenary, the Olympic Federation of Ireland has launched an Olympian Recognition Programme which allows schools, universities, clubs, and communities to celebrate […]

Athletics Ireland has selected nine athletes to represent Ireland at the World Indoor Championships taking place on March 1st – 3rd in Glasgow, Scotland. Limerick’s Sarah Lavin (Emerald AC) will spearhead the team in the 60m hurdles. Lavin will travel to Glasgow on the back of a string of outstanding performances, most recently clocking an [...]

Team Ireland House Paris 2024 Tickets Now on Sale Opportunity to buy tickets for the biggest party in Paris during the Olympic Games Tickets to the Team Ireland House at the Paris Olympic Games officially go on sale today. Irish fans travelling to the Olympic Games are invited to join what is guaranteed to be […]

Bronze medal for Ireland’s Finn Lynch at European Championships in Greece Finn Lynch (National Yacht Club) has won the Bronze medal at the ILCA European Championships at Athens today (Friday 23rd February 2024) after a three-race final day that ended a weather-hit event.   The Carlow sailor had a consistent day of top ten results […]

Behind every athlete, there's a human who started it all, who gets up every morning and faces every challenge head on, even when it feels like the odds are against them. We are delighted and proud of the immense backing from our title sponsor PTSB towards our athletes in the run up to the Paris [...]

There is surely a promising thesis subject in why Northern Englishmen seem to click so well when it comes to elite sports leadership in Ireland. Jack Charlton and Andy Farrell are two outstanding examples and another is Dr  Jon Rudd, the Performance Director for Swim Ireland since 2017 and a very proud Yorkshire man from [...]

Supporting Allianz in their mission to #StoptheDrop Allianz are an official partner of the OFI, global partner of the International Olympic Committee and are focused on bringing the Olympic Games to life for Irish sports fans of all ages. 1 in 5 children stop participating in sport at the transition from primary to secondary school, […]

With less than six months to go until Olympic Games Paris 2024 (26 July-11 August), a new "surprise ticketing phase" starting ono 8 February has been announced. Tickets for every sport will be up for sale, offering the chance to see the Paris 2024 Games live in some of the most iconic venues in Paris. For example. [...]

1,000 days to go to the first Olympic event in Africa: the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 are coming  “We cannot wait for the moment to enjoy the first Olympic event on African soil, an event for Africa, with Africa, that will welcome the youth of the world in Senegal,” the IOC President, Thomas Bach, […]

Team Ireland Olympic Champion Kellie Harrington visited her old primary school and her boxing club to inspire the next generation of kids to reach for their dreams.   The Toyko 2020 Olympic Games gold medal winner took a break from her intense training schedule for this summer’s Paris 2024 Olympic Games to tell the kids that “anything is possible if [...]

“It was a phenomenal feeling and something I won't forget for a long time, hearing the final hooter sound on that Sunday in Valencia” As the dust settles on the successful Olympic qualification berth won by Team Ireland’s men’s hockey team at the Olympic qualification tournament last week, goalkeeper David Harte, who is also a [...]

We're inviting Olympians from past Games to bring their families along and walk behind the Team Ireland banner this St Patrick's Day. As part of our Centenary celebrations, Team Ireland is in touch with a number of St Patrick's Day parades around the country. Our vision is to have Olympians represent Team Ireland and the [...]

Some of the best images from the Winter Youth Olympics Read about all of the performances from the Games Irish first with Thomas Dooley competing in Dual MogulsWINTER YOUTH OLYMPICS – FINAL DAY OF TEAM IRELAND ACTION Irish first as Thomas Dooley competes in Dual Moguls Representing Team Ireland in Dual Moguls, Thomas Dooley was [...]

The Ireland Women (sponsored by TritonLake) enjoyed a dream final day in Perth as they upset highly-fancied Australia to win their first ever HSBC SVNS Series tournament. The trophy-clinching 19-14 victory represents another milestone achievement for the IRFU Sevens Programmes, coming just minutes after the Ireland Men had finished the Australian leg as bronze medal winners, having beaten [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of January! Eve McMahon Qualifies a Nation Spot In The Women's Dinghy For Paris 2024 With a race to spare, Ireland's Eve McMahon has secured a nation place for the Paris 2024 Olympic Sailing regatta (Mar del Plata, Argentina - Tuesday 9th [...]

WINTER YOUTH OLYMPICS – FINAL DAY OF TEAM IRELAND ACTION Irish first as Thomas Dooley competes in Dual Moguls Representing Team Ireland in Dual Moguls, Thomas Dooley was the final athlete in action at the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, finishing eighteenth overall in the Freestyle Skiing event.  This closed out the Irish participation […]

Sixteen-year-old Finlay Wilson had a brilliant Winter Youth Olympic Games, with personal best performances throughout the Alpine Skiing competition. We caught up with the France based skier, who has strong Cookstown links. Describe your Youth Olympic experience here in Gangwon. These Winter Youth Olympic Games here in Korea have been great, a really fun experience. […]

On the final day of Alpine Skiing at the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, both Eábha McKenna and Finlay Wilson were in action for Team Ireland, competing in the Slalom event. Producing his third personal best of the week, Wilson finished his competition 27th with a time of 1:49.87. McKenna finished just outside the […]

Eábha McKenna competed in the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, South Korea, just one year after her first taste of the Olympic movement in the European Youth Olympic Festival 2023. We caught up with the Wicklow born, Swiss based promising young Alpine Skier this week; How has the week been so far? It’s been […]

WINTER YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES – TEAM IRELAND ON DAY FIVE Another personal best from Finlay Wilson in Men’s Giant Slalom in Gangwon  Team Ireland’s Alpine Skier Finlay Wilson was the sole Irish athlete competing today at the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, racing in the Men’s Giant Slalom. Producing a personal best on the […]

Team Ireland’s Eábha McKenna was the sole Irish athlete in action on day four of the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, competing in the Women’s Giant Slalom. A strong performance from the Wicklow athlete in both runs, netted twenty-sixth place in the slalom event out of seventy-nine starters, with a time of 1:52.03. This […]

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              Alpine Combined events for Wilson and McKenna A full day of action on day three of the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon, South Korea, saw Team Ireland’s Finlay Wilson and Eábha McKenna compete in the Alpine Combined, an event that is raced based on the fastest time […]

SMOOTH START FOR TEAM IRELAND SKIERS WITH PBS IN SUPER-G McKenna and Wilson compete on day two of the Winter Youth Olympics   Alpine Skiers Eábha McKenna and Finlay Wilson kickstarted their Youth Olympic campaign for Team Ireland today, clocking personal bests in the Super-G events in Alpine Skiing.  This was the first of four […]

Within twelve hours of leading Team Ireland into the Opening Ceremony as flagbearer alongside Finlay Wilson, Dubliner Lily Cooke opened Irish action at the Winter Youth Olympic Games, competing in the Women’s Luge. The sixteen-year-old finished 27th in the event with a final time of 1:42.982, ahead of several strong winter sports nations. The Winter […]

Lily Cooke and Finlay Wilson named as the Team Ireland Flagbearers for the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon 2024   The Team Ireland’s flagbearers for the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon have been named. Alpine Skier Finlay Wilson and Luge athlete Lily Cooke will lead the Irish team into the Gangneung Oval at […]

TEAM IRELAND AT WINTER YOUTH OLYMPICS – GANGWON 2024 Team Announcement, Event Schedule, How to Follow   Tomorrow will see the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon begin, with four athletes competing for Team Ireland across three different disciplines. This is the fourth edition of these games, which are held in the Gangwon region of […]

The IABA team to contest the First Olympic World Qualifer in Busto Arsizio, Italy, has been named. The 8 strong team will contest the tournament at all Olympic weights available, following the qualification for Paris 2024 of reigning lightweight champion Kellie Harrington, Tokyo Olympians Aoife O'Rourke and Michaela Walsh, and Jack Marley and Dean Clancy. [...]

Up until 1980 just 21 men had represented Ireland in Olympic sailing (women-only events were not introduced until 1988) so the silver medal won by David Wilkins and James Wilkinson in the Flying Dutchman class proved a pivotal moment for our island nation. Wilkins (from Malahide) was the first Irishman to compete in five Olympic [...]

It was actually a visit from Hugh O’Callaghan, son of double Olympic hammer champion Dr Pat, that convinced Carlow sculler Sean Drea to take up a US college scholarship (in Philadelphia), which raised his rowing to another level. He was seventh in the 1972 Olympics, a regular winner at prestigious Henley Regatta from 1973-’75 and [...]

Maeve Kyle (nee Shankey), who turned 95 last October, was born in Kilkenny and, like her former PE teacher in Alexandra College (Dorothy Dermody), also made Irish Olympic history. She was the only woman on an 18-strong Irish team in Melbourne 1956 and the first to represent Ireland in Olympic track and field in Melbourne [...]

A plaque at the fifth tee of Ballybunion Golf Club’s Old Course marks two weeks in 1932 when a four-man Irish Olympic track team trained there before the LA Games and forged friendships for life. Bob Tisdall won the 400m hurdles in Los Angeles and, just 10 minutes later, Cork’s Dr Pat O’Callaghan retained the [...]

Jack B Yeat’s painting ‘The Liffey Swim’ famously won Ireland’s first Olympic medal (silver) in Paris 1924 when Art, broken down into five categories (painting, literature, music, sculpture and architecture, all on a sporting theme) was an official Olympic event from 1910 to 1948. The first Liffey Swim took place in 1920, his painting was [...]

Ice dancers Carolane Soucisse and Shane Firus this afternoon continued to make history for Ireland as they finished 12th in the rhythm dance segment of the ice dance event at the ISU European Figure Skating Championships in Kaunas, Lithuania to qualify for the free dance tomorrow evening (13 January).   Soucisse and Firus skated 23rd of the […]

Their greatest hour to date will forever be associated with a classic  festive jingle so there was some irony to the fact that the Irish women’s hockey team have just had such a muted Christmas. An intensive two-week training camp in Spain meant they only flew home on December 23rd and they were back in [...]

Olympic-themed projects to be included in student submissions PTSB and the Olympic Federation of Ireland’s Dare to Believe programme have today been announced as the new sponsors of the 10th PEexpo. The new look PExpo will move to the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena in Blanchardstown, Dublin for its tenth edition on Thursday May 2, [...]

Honouring Olympians, Creating Legacy Celebrate the achievements of Ireland’s Olympians with a specially designed plaque, featuring the iconic Olympic rings alongside the athlete’s name and details. This unique tribute gives clubs, schools, and community organisations the chance to mark a piece of Olympic history while paying homage to local sporting heroes. More than just a [...]

The 4th Winter Youth Olympic Games will take place in the province of Gangwon in the Republic of Korea, from the 19th January – 1st February, which already hosted the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018. These first Winter YOG to be held in Asia will build on the Olympic Games legacy and engage even more young people through various activities before, [...]

Celebrating Your Olympians Olympians don't arrive on the World Stage fully formed. Behind every Olympian stands a family, coaches, sports organisations, friends and clubs.  As part of Team Ireland's centenary celebrations and the Paris Games in 2024, we're encouraging clubs, local authorities, educational institutions and communities and to commemorate the athletes they helped on to [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of December! Daniel Wiffen Smashes The Oldest Swimming World Record Ireland’s Daniel Wiffen had the swim of his life on Sunday, smashing the oldest World swimming record on the books in the 800m Freestyle Final at the European Aquatics Short Course Championships in Otopeni, Romania. Wiffen, [...]

Daniel Wiffen Smashes Oldest World Swimming Record Ireland’s Daniel Wiffen had the swim of his life on Sunday, smashing the oldest World swimming record on the books in the 800m Freestyle Final at the European Aquatics Short Course Championships in Otopeni, Romania. Wiffen, the European Record (7:25.96) holder, took almost three seconds off Australian legend Grant Hackett’s 2008 time of 7:23.42, [...]

Described as ‘the mastermind behind Team Ireland’s success in boxing’, Zauri Antia was the very popular winner of the OFI’s prestigious President’s Award recently for services to Irish Olympic sport. The word ‘mastermind’ conjures up images of an evil genius hiding his secrets in a mountainous lair but there is nothing surreptitious about Antia or [...]

Paris 2024 will release 400,000 tickets to the public on the global sales platform on 30th November 2023 at 10:00am (CET) 09:00AM (IST).  Tickets for all sports are expected to be on sale. Please logon to paris2024.org to apply on the 30th of November!

We're into the third week of our Dare To Believe Olympic Movement Break Challenge! There has been over 120,000 schoolchildren via 5000 plus teachers getting involved every day with various Olympic challenges. These range from a boxing class with Olympic Champion Kellie Harrington, to running the 400m Hurdles Olympic Final with Thomas Barr. If you're [...]

As Paris prepares to host next year’s Olympic Games, invitations for two key Irish cultural experiences have been extended to the public. The Irish Cultural Centre (Centre Culturel Irlandais or CCI) has opened invitations for artists to engage with Team Ireland, meanwhile plans to create an exhibition charting 100 years of Irish participation at the […]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of November! Men's Skiff Qualify For Paris 2024 After six days battling light winds off Portugal's Algarve coast, Robert Dickson and Seán Waddilove have won the single nation place for the Paris 2024 Olympics at this year's 49er European Championship. The place in the [...]

PTSB Announces 11 Team Ireland Ambassadors ahead of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games Olympic Champions Kellie Harrington, Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy, as well as Paralympic Silver Medallist Nicole Turner, among the athletes named. As part of PTSB’s title sponsorship of Team Ireland, the bank is delighted to announce Kellie Harrington, Rhys McClenaghan, Paul [...]

Ireland will be represented by a strong team comprising an exciting mix of youth and experience at the 2023 WSF Men’s World Team Championships in Tauranga, New Zealand, from December 11th to 17th. Sam Buckley, Sean Conroy, Oisin Logan, and Michael Creaven have gained selection and look forward to testing themselves against the world’s top-ranked […]

The UCI has confirmed that three Team Ireland riders will compete in the road racing events at the Olympic Games in Paris next summer. Team Ireland will have two cyclists in the Men’s Road Race, one of whom will also compete in the Time Trial, and for the first time in 24 years, Ireland will […]

GENDER BALANCE IN SPORTS LEADERSHIP, HIGH-PERFORMANCE COACHING AND VISIBILITY ADDRESSED IN OLYMPIC FEDERATION OF IRELAND NATIONAL ACTION LAUNCH The Olympic Federation of Ireland today, 13 November 2023, held its Gender Equality National Action launch at the Sport Ireland Campus where it was joined by its member sports, by Sport Ireland, by participating Third level institutions [...]

Link to imagery HERE Athletes and performance enablers gather to celebrate Olympic sport in Ireland   Last night, the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) hosted the Team Ireland Olympic Ball at the Mansion House in Dublin, to celebrate the achievements and contributions of members of the Irish Olympic family in 2023, as well as to [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI) today announced Tipperary as its official gifting supplier for Paris 2024. Formerly known as Tipperary Crystal, this agreement will see Team Ireland celebrate moments with Tipperary in the lead-up to next year’s Paris Olympic Games. View Tipperary Crystal website here.   Tipperary is rooted in Irish design, creating innovative […]

Team Ireland athletes star as Olympic Movement Breaks is launched in primary schools nationally The Olympic Federation of Ireland and the Active School Flag programmes work together to get Irish primary school pupils more active Minister of State for Sport and Physical Education Thomas Byrne TD Launches Initiative The Minister of State for Sport and […]

One nation place for the Paris 2024 Olympics in the Men’s Skiff event will be decided this week at the 49er European Championship in Portugal (Vilamoura, November 8th -n13th) where two Irish crews will be in action.   Robert Dickson (Howth Yacht Club) and Sean Waddilove (Skerries Sailing Club) missed qualification by one place at […]

JACKMAN APPOINTED ACTING HEAD OF SPORT AT HSI  Former Ireland rugby international to oversee high performance programme in run-up to Paris Olympics Bernard Jackman has been appointed Acting Head of High Performance Sport at Horse Sport Ireland (HSI) in the lead-up to the Olympic Games in Paris. The former Ireland rugby union international, who won a […]

OLYMPIAN ROISIN MCGETTIGAN-DUMAS BECOMES THE NEW PRESIDENT OF THE IRISH OLYMPIANS’ ASSOCIATION OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALLIST RONNIE DELANY STEPS DOWN AND IS AWARDED THE IOA PRESIDENT EMERITUS TITLE   Olympic Champion Ronnie Delany has stepped down from his position as President of the Irish Olympians’ Association and the mantle will be passed to 2008 Team Ireland […]

12 athletes across 6 boats qualified quota spots for Team Ireland at the recent World Rowing Championships which took place in Belgrade, Serbia in September. After a short break, Team Ireland rowers are back in training and leaving no stone unturned as they prepare for the Olympic Games in less than 275 days. Part-funded by [...]

PRE-GAMES TRAINING CAMP FOR ATHLETICS SET TO TAKE PLACE IN PHILIPPE MAHUT STADIUM   ATHLETICS IRELAND SIGN AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF FONTAINEBLEAU The town of Fontainebleau has been named as the host city for the pre-games training camp for the athletics team who will compete for Team Ireland at the Olympic Games next year. Stade […]

IRELAND LACROSSE is thrilled that their sport is back on the Olympic programme in Los Angeles 2028 for the first time in 120 years. The 11 a-side game, likened to hurling except that the ball is carried on a net on the end of the stick, featured in the 1904 and 1908 Olympic Games. An [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland were successful in their application for the Youth Athlete Development programme for the forthcoming Youth Olympic Games (YOG)  in Gangwon, China which will take place between 19th January and 1st February 2024.   A record 1900 athletes is expected to take part at these games, which will be the 4th edition of YOG. The [...]

Catch up on the latest results of Team Ireland athletes throughout the month of October! Gymnastics World Championships Rhys McClenaghan defended his World title on the Pommel horse, while also qualifying a quota spot for Team Ireland at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Securing Gold at the World Championships was the only way to qualify a [...]

Howth Yacht Club's Eve Mcmahon has won the world U21 championship title for her ILCA6 Olympic class in Tanger, Morocco on Sunday, 22 of October. After six days of racing the Paris 2024 hopeful held her nerve and delivered a very impressive regatta coming in 14 points lower than her closest competitor. On a windy final [...]

JUST HOW did a Presbyterian church built over 200 years ago in a small Donegal town become such a hotbed for Irish badminton? Raphoe only has a population of a couple of thousand yet its Badminton Club has produced Irish Olympians and multiple European medals. The local badminton club now primarily trains on the four [...]

The Olympic Federation of Ireland is sad to hear of the passing of Olympic Bronze Medallist Hugh Russell. The Belfast boxer died following a short illness and is remembered fondly by the Irish Olympic and boxing community. He won his bronze medal in the Men’s Flyweight category at the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games. The OFI [...]

Over the past two days, the 11th International Athletes’ Forum (IAF) brought together over 400 athlete representatives in Lausanne to discuss the most important issues for athletes across the Olympic Movement. The two days of discussion and debate resulted in a series of outcomes, announced by the IOC Athletes’ Commission (AC) today. AC members from [...]

A wave of blue weaved itself through the cross country track at the Sport Ireland campus in Dublin on Sunday morning as 900 runners, walkers and joggers took part in the Permanent TSB Sanctuary Run. Now in its second year, the 5km event celebrates diversity and interculturalism in Ireland and amongst those taking part were refugees [...]

WOMEN’S ARTISTIC GYMNASTS Emma Slevin Halle Hilton MEN’S ARTISTIC GYMNASTS Adam Steele Dominick Cunningham Eamon Montgomery Rhys McClenaghan *Below schedule is in local Belgian time Qualifiers Day 1 - Saturday, September 30th 10:00 - 20:05 - Men's Artistic Gymnastics - Qualification Day 1 Day 2 - Sunday, October 1st 10:00 - 14:05 - Men's Artistic [...]

Another summer goes by of the Sport Ireland Campus Kids Camps We are delighted to partner with Sport Ireland Campus and Allianz Ireland to continue to make a positive impact and inspire the next generation! Thank you to our #TeamIreland athletes for their special appearances ☘ Shane Ryan, Róisín Upton, Nhat Nguyen, Amy Wall, Sophie Becker, Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe, Jack [...]

European Showjumping Championships The Irish Show Jumping team delivered an excellent performance to claim the silver medal in the team final of the FEI Jumping European Championship in Milano, Italy. Reflecting on his team's performance, Horse Sport Ireland Show Jumping High Performance Director Blake said: “It’s a brilliant result, we’ve been so consistent all season – but I’m getting [...]

On the 23rd of May 2023, Rhys McClenaghan made his first school visit as part of the Olympic Federation of Ireland Dare To Believe Programme, the Olympic schools programme that is sponsored by Permanent TSB. His aim is to inspire the next generation of kids and daring them to believe in themselves by sharing his [...]

An open and accessible global digital contest for urban sports enthusiasts (breaking, BMX Freestyle, Skateboarding) Show us your moves in a 30-second video for a chance to win an exclusive Olympic experience: a VIP trip to see the best of the best compete for their place at Paris 2024. Competition starts on the 23rd of [...]

This month Commercial Director for #TeamIreland, Catherine Tiernan was interviewed by the team at the ESA (European Sponsorship Association) to talk about the commercial strategy taken by the Olympic Federation of Ireland. “Very simply, we seek sponsors and partners who align with our values and mission to support Ireland’s finest athletes and, in turn, we […]

It was an incredible performance from all the crews and Rowing Ireland are returning home with 7 boats qualified for the Olympics and Paralympics and four more medals to add to the collection. Overall Results Lightweight Men’s Double -> GOLD and OLYMPIC QUALIFICATION Lightweight Women’s Scull -> GOLD Men’s Pair -> BRONZE and OLYMPIC QUALIFICATION Men’s Double -> BRONZE and OLYMPIC QUALIFICATION [...]

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Watch Fintan McCarthy as he revisits the moment he became Olympic Champion The third video in the mini-docuseries reflecting back on some of the stories behind the Team Ireland Tokyo medallists revisits Fintan McCarthy's Olympic Gold medal moment. The Skibbereen rower along with Paul O'Donovan, will forever be remembered as winning Ireland's first Gold medal [...]

World Cycling Championships It was a successful World Championships for Cycling Ireland – with the combined championships seeing Ireland represented in ten different events. During the second day of competition, the women’s team pursuit finished in 9th place. The team maintain a positive trajectory for Paris 2024 qualification with the top 10 ranked nations qualifying [...]

We have an interesting opportunity for athletes to be mentored by trained and experienced Olympians, an initiative from our Athletes’ Commission. Over the past few months, Olympians have been getting training and experience on how to be effective mentors, with the aim of being mentors to the next generation of Team Ireland athletes. Their role [...]

Team Ireland EYOF medallists Cian Crampton and Conor Murphy visited the kids at the Sport Ireland Campus Kids Camps this month. Conor Murphy, who flew to Team Ireland's first medal of the EYOF in Maribor when he clinched Silver in the boy's time-trial (cycling), talked through his experience at the Games and about how his [...]

Irish Badminton duo Joshua Magee and Paul Reynolds are looking to boost their own Olympic Qualification hopes at the World Championships in Denmark this week 🏸 Having watched @chloenmagee and @scott_evans1 compete in Beijing, it’s given the pair the same dream and motivation to chase that Olympic qualification ☘️ The pair have used the Team Ireland Make a Difference [...]

TEAM IRELAND SET FOR WORLD ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS IN BUDAPEST Ireland’s top athletics stars will join over 2,000 athletes from 200 countries at the World Athletics Championships which take place in the Hungarian capital of Budapest from 19-27 August. Irish record holders Andrew Coscoran (1500m) and Brian Fay (5000m) will be targeting World final appearances, while [...]

Lynch on the cusp of Olympic qualification with two races to go at Sailing World Championships Ireland's Finn Lynch delivered two solid performances in a highly tricky day at the Allianz Sailing World Championships in The Hague today  as the Carlow sailor seeks to qualify the nation for the Paris 2024 Olympic regatta. A strong tidal current [...]

Irish swimmers delivered three gold and a silver medal at the LEN European Under 23 Swimming Championships 2023 at the Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre to end the opening night of competition on Friday. Mona McSharry, Ellen Walshe and Daniel Wiffen all clinched gold medals with Walshe also adding silver to her collection. Mona McSharry […]

TEAM IRELAND AT THE UCI CYCLING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS   August 4th Results & Report In the Track World Championships, Ireland’s women’s team pursuit squad finished 9th in the qualifying round, narrowly missing out on progression to the next round. The team maintain a positive trajectory for Paris 2024 qualification with the top 10 ranked nations […]

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Athletics Ireland announced a squad of 23 athletes for the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Budapest which run from August 19th – 27th 2023. The Irish squad is the largest ever selected for a World Athletics Championships and will see the 23 strong team (which could rise to 26 in the coming days) take to […]

Cycling Ireland have announced the Irish track teams that will compete at the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow and Scotland. The special multi-discipline World Championships will be held from August 3rd to 13th across a number of venues around Scotland and will see 13 World Championships contested. With less than a week to […]

On the penultimate day of competition at the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Maribor, Davey Davitt came agonisingly close to a medal in the Boy’s 400m Hurdles, finishing fourth with 53.12, within 0.1 seconds of the podium. There was plenty of Irish support in the Poljane Athletics Stadium tonight, with Oisin McGloin competing in […]