From Photo Finish to Photo Shoot for Sport NI Award Winner

Athletics NI official Liz Glover has been awarded Sport NI’s Technical Official of the Year award. The Sport NI SportMaker Technical Official of the Year award recognises the hard work and dedication of referees, umpires and officials and the contribution they make to their sport. A familiar face to everyone involved in athletics in NI,…Continue reading this article →

Sport NI condemns shooting incident at Omagh sports complex as ‘abhorrent’

Chief Executive Officer of Sport NI Antoinette McKeown said, “Violent and brutal acts such as these are to be condemned in any circumstances, however to target a sporting coach in front of young people is simply abhorrent. “Sport would not exist without volunteers, and we value the diversity and contribution of every person who gives…Continue reading this article →

SportMaker Harry Isaacs claims Sport NI Young Coach of the Year award

22-year-old Judo fanatic Harry Isaacs has been named the Sport NI SportMaker Young Coach of the Year. The Young Coach of the Year award recognises the creativity, innovation and determination of a coach under the age of 25 who is dedicated to supporting those they teach. Harry has been part of the club at Omagh…Continue reading this article →

The 2023/24 Athlete Awards Programme opens for applications

*** CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS***   Sport Northern Ireland is now welcoming applications for the 2023/24 Athlete Awards Programme. The investment aims to contribute to the essential personal living costs of an athlete to help them train and maximise their potential. The Athlete Awards is in line with outcome two within Sport NI’s Corporate Plan which…Continue reading this article →