16th September, 2025
The impact of the Paris 2024 Olympics will continue to be felt across Northern Ireland with the launch of the Olympic Legacy Fund. The £1million investment will modernise facilities and equipment at local clubs and community groups as part of a lasting legacy in honour of our athletes at the Paris Olympics. Communities Minister Gordon…Continue reading this article →
12th September, 2025
Sport NI has launched a public consultation on the new System Partners Investment – NGB Programme (2026–2031), which will replace the current funding model for Governing Bodies of Sport. The programme focuses on two strands: Participation – building stronger, more inclusive pathways that attract and retain participants. Performance – strengthening athlete pathways and performance systems…Continue reading this article →
10th September, 2025
On 3 September 2025, the Sports and Play Construction Association (SAPCA) and Sport Northern Ireland (Sport NI) joined forces at Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort to host a productive one-day conference titled “Promoting Excellence in Sports Facilities.” The event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders from facility designers and sports development professionals to local authorities and national governing…Continue reading this article →
4th September, 2025
In the heart of County Antrim, a rugby revolution is taking place. Ballymena RFC, founded in 1887 and home to legends like Willie-John McBride and Syd Millar, is proving that its legacy of producing five British & Irish Lions was just the beginning. Today, thanks to sustained National Lottery investment, this historic club is writing…Continue reading this article →
