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At the end of August 2025, Eastern Region Basketball Athlete, Ashwin Maliyakal, from Killester Basketball Club completed an Introductory Basketball referee course. This two-day course was run by Dublin Officials Association in ALSAA.

This month, meet 2 of our amazing Connaught athletes!

The 2025 Special Olympics Ireland Volunteer Awards was a celebration of the commitment, spirit, and incredible work that our volunteers do in clubs and at events week-in, week-out.

European Week of Sport is back for 2025 from 23rd–30th September, and we’ve got an amazing line-up of events planned.

A massive sponsored climb up Donegal’s highest peak Mt. Errigal last month helped to raise €6,461.65 for the North West Special Olympics Club.

June was a busy month for Healthy Athlete screenings, with Fun Fitness in action at regional basketball and football events incorporating screenings facilitated by two teams of physiotherapy students from RCSI.

Read all about how athletes across Ireland are benefiting from ongoing physiotherapy screenings and education through Special Olympics Ireland’s partnership with RCSI — supporting fitness, injury prevention, and inclusive healthcare.

Meet volunteer Audrey Barry, who began volunteering with Special Olympics through her workplace after growing up beside a Special Olympics athlete. She's gone on to have unforgettable experiences while making a real difference.

Meet Leinster athlete Deirdre Nevin, a multi-sport marvel with a positive attitude and big dreams!

On May 11th, athletes from across the Leinster and Eastern regions gathered at the Clayton Hotel for a day of inspiration, learning, and celebration. The Athlete Leadership Forum kicked off with registration and a warm welcome, followed by a series of exciting and engaging workshops designed to empower and equip participants.

Special Olympics Ireland works towards a world where a child can find a supportive place to play, learn and grow.

The Killester Men’s A basketball team travelled over to Wales during the weekend of 8th-9th March to take part in a highly competitive tournament in Cardiff.