Munster News

All Regions Golf Event-Portmarnock

On the 30th June, all regions came together at Portmarnock & Jameson Golf Links.

Sligo Fairways Special Olympics club travelled to the event and competed in the Level 4-Individual Stroke Plat, 9-hole competition. The course was challenging but all the athletes completed it which is a testament to their determination and courage.

The awards were presented by members of the Board of Special Olympics Ireland and Golf Ireland

The Munster Football Cup took place on June 21st at MTU Arena, with 14 teams taking to the field to compete in their respective divisions.

A proud and unforgettable moment unfolded this week at the 71st Cork City Sports International Athletics Meet, as eight Special Olympics Ireland athletes competed in a dedicated 100m heat — a first in the event’s distinguished history.

Led by our two brilliant students Lisa and Ruth, the programme was packed with energy, hands-on learning, and plenty of eye-opening moments.

On 21st May, Special Olympics Munster athletes, volunteers and parents attended a workshop with Breast Cancer Ireland, ran by Outreach Co-Ordinator Juliette O'Connell.

The Team Ireland Floorball team did us all proud with their bronze medal win, showing plenty of heart, skill, sportsmanship and team spirit along the way! The Munster Region was especially well represented, with Joe Buckley, James Hunter and Gavin Bourke from Mallow, and Joseph Sheehan from Doneraile all active members of Mallow Special Olympics Club.

Elva stole the show at her first ever Special Olympics event, and her fan club was out in full force to cheer her on! Competing in the MATP School Qualifying Event at the John Birmingham Centre in Cork, Elva joined 48 incredible athletes from across Munster. The Motor Activities Training Programme supports individuals with profound intellectual disabilities and complex needs, promoting health, motor development, and community inclusion. Elva’s big day was filled with smiles, encouragement, and pure joy as she embraced the spotlight. A proud and inspiring moment for all—Elva is just getting started, and the future looks bright!

The much-loved and recently deceased Kerry Stars Special Olympics Club member Vincent Lacke was remembered at a hugely successful soccer tournament held in Killarney on Sunday 9th February.

The event saw men’s and women’s teams from Kerry, Cork and Tipperary take part in a series of soccer matches filled with enthusiasm and determined performances which provided a fitting tribute to the late Vincent, who had a passion for the beautiful game.

Vincent’s sister, Mary Lyne, was on hand to provide the winners’ trophies and medals to the athletes who put on several engaging spectacles at Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre.

Emma Griffin speaks about the Limerick City Special Olympics Club's experience at the Princess Charlene European Swim Meet in Monaco, on Live 95 Limerick!

What an absolutely fantastic day at the Munster Competition in Tralee!