Everyone at Special Olympics Eastern Region, and Special Olympics Ireland in general, would like to express our deepest gratitude to Adam Rochford as he moves on in his career.

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!

A Regional Basketball Qualifying Event took place on 22nd March in Knocknarea Arena, ATU, Sligo.

The 2025 Spring Swim Meet at Kilcornan turned out to be very competitive but enjoyable experience for all the athletes from Team South Galway, Tribes Senior and Junior Special Olympics Club.

The inter-regional badminton event took place in Gormanston sports complex on Sunday 2nd March.

The Connaught Annual Regional Meeting took place at the Connacht Hotel, Galway on Wednesday 26th March, featuring a great turnout of athletes, coaches, volunteers, parents and guardians.

It was all to play for on the floorball court today, as Team Ireland fought to be placed on the podium for medals. The first floorball match was against Costa Rica, a side which our floorball lads had faced multiple times previously at these Games.

The six Team Ireland alpine skiers followed their medal-rich showing in the Giant Slalom events yesterday with a fantastic experience in the Super G event in their various divisions.

Team Ireland floorball entered the third day of competition seasoned by the valuable experience of their previous 7 total World Winter Games matches. With pride, determination, and unshakeable team spirit, they entered the arena and prepared to compete with skill and energy.