6th October, 2025
Over 100 attendees gathered in Cookstown for the first Officials Learning Event organised by the Northern Ireland Officials Forum. The Northern Ireland Officials Forum is made up of nine governing bodies and Sport NI to discuss opportunities, share learnings and challenges in the world of officiating. The learning event featured a range of guest speakers,…Continue reading this article →
6th October, 2025
Following the publication of the Safe Sport report in June, UK Sport and the Home Country Sports Councils are pleased to communicate further steps with the work. As the project enters its second phase, Neil Cooper and Nick Pink have been appointed as Project Director and Project Chair respectively. These two roles will be central…Continue reading this article →
1st October, 2025
Five sporting leads in local sport have attended the 2nd workshop of the 2025-27 Home Nations Coaching Leaders Programme. The Programme, which is a collaboration between Sport Northern Ireland, sportscotland and Sport Wales, is designed to help the sporting leads ensure that coaching within their respective sports meets the needs of participants and helps to reduce…Continue reading this article →
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 →
28th August, 2025
Sport has changed the life of Open Water Swimmer Mary O’Hagan who has overcome chronic pain to completing an English Channel relay. Mary is an ambassador of the Be Seen, Be Heard, Belong campaign which aims to remove the barriers that stop women from getting involved in sport and physical activity. Through the campaign we…Continue reading this article →
27th August, 2025
When Claire Boles stepped onto the rugby pitch at the 2024 Paris Olympics representing Ireland, she carried with her the dreams of every young girl who has ever picked up a rugby ball in County Fermanagh. Her journey began at Enniskillen RFC – a club that has become synonymous with developing world-class female rugby talent…Continue reading this article →
20th August, 2025
Be Seen, Be Heard, Belong: Conor Hamilton on how men can champion women in sport In the sporting world, visibility and representation matter more than ever. Conor Hamilton, Digital Communications Officer for Ulster Camogie is using his voice and digital expertise to champion women in sport and amplify the importance of supporting women and girls…Continue reading this article →
