New Report Shows Value of Big Events to Irish Economy- Ireland v England rugby worth €21.3m
Attracting more big ticket sporting events to Dublin would provide a multi-million euro boost to the Irish economy, according to Dublin Chamber of Commerce. On July 2nd the Dublin Chamber published the results of an independent survey which found that travelling fans...
Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon Dublin
Date: 08/02/2015 Start Time: 11:45 AM* * Times subject to change Start Line: Chesterfield Avenue, Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland Finish Line: Chesterfield Avenue, Phoenix Park, Dublin, Ireland Participant Perks Official Race Number...
The Federation of Irish Sport AGM to be be held at Irish Sport HQ on Tuesday 28th July at 1pm.
Click here to see Notice of AGM Click here to see Draft Minutes of the 2014 AGM held on 29th July 2014 Click here to see Statement of Accounts, 2014
Final Reminder to apply for the Coca-Cola Thank You Fund
REMINDER TO APPLY NOW FOR THE COCA-COLA THANK YOU FUND BEFORE JUNE 29TH Just a friendly reminder to make your application to the Coca‑Cola Thank You Fund before the deadline of June 29th. The Fund is helping people to become more active, more often by providing...
Deaf Sport Ireland- European Championships: Ireland 6 Poland 0
The 8th European Championships for Deaf Men’s Football kicked off this week in Hannover, with Ireland facing their first opponents, Poland, yesterday afternoon. The match began at 3pm Irish time and was live streamed through German website www.EuroDeaf2015.eu with...
Top Irish Cyclist to Attempt National Hour Record on Dublin Track
An accomplished cyclist who has enjoyed much success on the road is taking to the track this Saturday afternoon in a landmark Irish record-setting event. John Lynch, a rider with Murphy Surveys Kilcullen Cycling Club, will take to the outdoor velodrome at Sundrive...
Summer camps for everyone 2015
Athletics Ireland A chance for 6-12 year olds to try various athletics such as sprinting, hurdles, relays, javelin and shot putt. Prices are €50 for one week with a €10 discount with a second child. The camps run from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm, more details can be found...
Federation of Irish Sport Conference 2015- Kingsley Aikins presentation
Federation of Irish Sport Annual Conference 2015: Ideas Wall
We asked three questions during the annual conference and created an ideas wall. Some general themes are summarised below: Question 1: We say sport contributes to Health, Economy, Education, Community and Ireland's reputation. Are these too many, too few or just...
Federation of Irish Sport Annual Conference 2015- List of Partners, Exhibitors and Supporters.
Partners: Coca-Cola Thank You Fund- Will distribute €125,000 in five grants of €25,000 in 2015. These grants will provide major funding for sport and activity programmes taking an innovative approach to getting localcommunities moving....
Federation of Irish Sport Annual Conference 2015- Speech by Minister Paschal Donohoe TD
Good afternoon everybody. I am delighted to join you today for the third Federation of Irish Sport Annual Conference. I have met many of you since my appointment last year and I hope to get the opportunity to talk to more of you today and over the coming months. I am...
Horse Sport Ireland- Jumping in the City
Jumping in the City is a exciting brand new initiative which brings show jumping to Limerick Greyhound Stadium Friday 5th of June, Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium in Cork on Friday, 12th June and Shelbourne Greyhound Stadium in Dublin on June 26th. Top percussion...
Archived News
Best of luck to Team Ireland at the World Games!
91 Team Ireland athletes began their journey last week to Abu Dhabi ahead of the 2019 Special Olympics World Summer Games. Excitement was in the air at Dublin Airport as athletes from across Ireland arrived with their families and friends ahead for the final leg of...
The Federation of Irish Sport launches the 2019 Irish Sport Industry Awards
The Federation of Irish Sport today called on entries for the 2019 Irish Sport Industry Awards. The awards, which are in their fourth year, recognise the invaluable relationship between business and sport in Ireland. The Sport industry in Ireland supports 40,000 jobs,...
UEFA Masterclass a huge success with learnings for all
On Friday March 1st, AVIVA stadium played host to a gathering of Irish sporting bodies for a knowledge sharing UEFA Masterclass in partnership with the Federation of Irish Sport. The sold-out audience included over 25 National Governing Bodies of Sport, Local Sports...
Olympic Federation Launches New Schools Initiative
The Olympic Federation of Ireland is proud to launch Dare to Believe, a school activation programme championed and supported by the Athletes’ Commission. Olympism, Paralympism and the benefits of sport will be promoted in schools nationwide by some of Ireland’s best...
Sport Ireland Launches New Safeguarding Guidance
Sport Ireland has launched the new Safeguarding Guidance for Children and Young People in Sport. The Federation welcomes the continued high standards being set by Sport Ireland and of crucial importance for all our members. The new Guidance specifically builds on the...
Ireland Senior Women’s head coach James Weldon announces management team
Head coach of the Ireland Senior Women’s basketball team, James Weldon, has today announced his management team for the 2020 FIBA European Championship for Small Countries campaign. Coach Weldon will be supported by two hugely experienced assistant coaches: Jillian...
New Manager for Print Depot
Federation partner Print Depot are delighted to introduce Bernie Stott as their new Business Development Manager. Bernie will be the contact person for any of the Federation members who wish to avail of printing services and she will be delighted to help and give...
President Michael D. Higgins announces his support of 20×20 at reception of All Ireland winning Cork Camaogie Squad
Speech by President Michael D. Higgins at the Reception for the Cork Camogie Team 2018 All Ireland Winners Áras an Uachtaráin Tuesday, 19th February 2019 A Dhaoine Uaisle, agus a Chairde Gael, Is cúis mhór áthais dom fíorchaoin fáilte a fhearadh romhaibh go léir chuig...
Ireland’s Sea Anglers win world silver medals at the 2019 CIPS World Games Championships in South Africa
The Angling Council Ireland is delighted to announce that the Irish Federation of Sea Anglers men's Senior Shore Angling Championship Team have won World silver medals in South Africa. It is a fantastic result and just highlights the efforts and successes of the Irish...
The Federation of Irish Sport pleased to welcome funding distribution announced by Sport Ireland today
The Federation of Irish Sport is pleased to welcome the Sport Ireland confirmation of the allocation of increased funding which was originally announced for Budget 2019. The announcement and confirmation of funding distribution is an important first step towards...