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Bocce athletes from across Leinster competed in the Leinster Regional Bocce Tournament at Our Ladies College Terenure on 8th February.

Ripples SOSC has recently started a new Young Athletes initiative, and there is huge interest in the club from the local community.

Volunteers pay a vital role in supporting young athletes to learn basic motor skills, so that they can access sports and play in teams when they get older! Ripples SOSC knows how valuable, and supportive its volunteers are. Posting on social media the club wrote "Last night we were able to present our first 4 volunteers with their 50hours Epic awards certificates. Our club is so grateful to each and everyone of our volunteers who take the time to volunteer with our fabulous athletes. We are super proud of each of them.If anyone would like to volunteer then please get in touch. We couldn’t do what we do without their help and support".

If you are interested in volunteering with Ripples SOSC please contact: Ripples@sosportsclub.ie

Antrim All-Stars have done great work in setting up Star Player of the Week awards, with medals and a social media shout-out for each athlete. This is great recognition of the importance of every athlete and the local clubs that make it all happen!

As Team Ireland gear up for competition at the World Winter Games in Turin, let’s find out about the women of the team – athletes and coaches – and their experience.

Tuam Headford Special Olympics Club was founded in 2006 as a dedicated swim club.The club expanded its horizons by introducing gymnastics in 2010 and today, operates as a multi-sport club offering swimming, gymnastics, and the Young Athletes program.

The club stands out for its diversity, boasting a wide age range of participants who bring their unique energy, talents, and enthusiasm to every training session and competition.

Athletes from three clubs attended a Grading Day on the 22nd of February in Salthill Devon FC grounds. Clubs in attendance were, Galway Football SOC, Shooting Stars SOC and Loughrea TC. Following an exciting afternoon of matches and lively banter, each club received a pack, with a variety of football equipment which has recently been sponsored by the FAI, through the Football for All Programme.

Women in Sport Week from 3rd to 9th March 2025 recognises the impact, achievements, and importance of women in sport – from athletes to coaches, and from referees to officials! There are various exciting events planned – read more to find out!

Special Olympics Ireland is proud to announce an inspiring new partnership with Sports Direct, a brand whose unwavering dedication to sport is encapsulated in their mission to “Champion the Legend in Everyone”.

The Youth Festival at DCU and the National Basketball Arena was headed up by our Eastern Region, with the help of volunteers from Donabate Portrane Special Olympics Club!

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!

Margaret Turley, Athlete, recounts her favourite parts of being the Sargent Shriver Global Messenger