11th July, 2022
Sport NI Chief Executive, Antoinette McKeown said: “Sport NI is disappointed that the Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA) has voted against making the meaningful changes required to bring the organisation in line with governance expectations as set out in the recent Governance Review. “It is vital that these governance issues are addressed and Sport NI…Continue reading this article →
8th July, 2022
Re-launched in April 2022, Activate is the second strand of Project Reboot delivered as part of Sport NI’s COVID-19 Response through Supporting Sport to Build Back Better funding. Delivered in partnership with Crowdfunder UK, Project Re-Boot: Activate offers 50% (60% for those in the highest areas of deprivation or rural areas) of match funding up to…Continue reading this article →
7th July, 2022
Sport NI Chief Executive Antoinette McKeown wished Northern Ireland Women’s football team the best of luck ahead of their maiden Euros match tonight. She said: “On behalf of everyone here at Sport NI good luck to Northern Ireland’s Women’s team. “You are our history makers and you should be so proud of what you have…Continue reading this article →
6th July, 2022
Whatever happens after kick off on Thursday each and every player of Northern Ireland Women’s team can stand tall and proudly call themselves history makers. They have dug deep and battled against all the odds to deservedly take to the pitch at their first major tournament. We hope, that once again, they can prove that…Continue reading this article →
27th June, 2022
On the decision to allow gymnasts Rhys McClenaghan, Eamon Montgomery and Ewan McAteer to compete in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Sport NI Chief Executive Antoinette McKeown said: “Sport NI welcomes the decision by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) to reinstate Rhys McClenaghan, Eamon Montgomery and Ewan McAteer to compete in the forthcoming Commonwealth Games.…Continue reading this article →
26th June, 2022
Sport NI Chief Executive, Antoinette McKeown said: “The public outpouring of grief we witnessed today at the funeral of Damian Casey is testament of the impact he had on his sport, and his community. “The tributes from across the island of Ireland since Damian’s tragic death, show just how loved and respected he was on…Continue reading this article →
23rd June, 2022
“We often feel helpless when we learn of the latest horrific incident of violence against a woman or girl from the news. We are left with questions on how we can bring about a meaningful, cultural change that will keep our female family and friends safe from harm. “Speaking out on ending violence against women…Continue reading this article →
14th June, 2022
When we think of sport we tend to think of younger people at the peak of their physical fitness playing football, rugby or Gaelic, but sport can, and should be, a lifelong activity. A shining example of the power of sport for all ages is Chair of Sport NI George Lucas, who at the age…Continue reading this article →
10th June, 2022
Sport NI Chief Executive, Antoinette McKeown said: “Billy Bingham will be remembered as one of NI’s true sporting heroes and an inspiration to us all. “Northern Ireland has been to three World Cups, and Billy Bingham played an integral role on each occasion, as a player in 1958, and then as manager leading his team…Continue reading this article →
8th June, 2022
Swimming star Bethany Firth has revealed how her sporting success may not have happened if it hadn’t been for the encouragement of her PE teacher. The nine-times Paralympian medal winner credits her Longstone Special School teacher Jerome Starrs for helping her overcome her fear of water and setting her on the road to gold medal…Continue reading this article →
