New initiative launched to encourage female representation within high-performance coaching
Sport Ireland have launched a new initiative to encourage female representation within high-performance coaching. Titled ‘WinHP Coaching’, the new network will aim to connect women within high-performance coaching, in a bid to bridge the gap of representation among females within that arena. It comes as females continue to be underrepresented in high-performance coaching across a variety of sports, both in …
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The results of this study conducted on the impact sport has on girls’ mental health may shock you
The results of this study conducted on the impact sport has on girls’ mental health may shock you , especially given the high drop out rate that is a known reality when it comes to the involvement of teenage girls in sport. Research carried out by the Women’s Sport Foundation in America, titled ‘Thriving Through Sport – The Transformative Impact …
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Snooker academy aiming to put Irish female players on world stage
“We’re looking at a ten-year plan to produce women who will knock on the door at the European and World championships” It was an ad on DoneDeal that led to the birth of what is now Female Cue Sports Ireland. Husband-and-wife team Dan Carroll and Annette Newman – who is Ireland’s most successful cue sports player of all time and …
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Sport Ireland welcome news that the overall percentage of women on boards in the sport sector in Ireland now stands at 45%
Sport Ireland welcome the increase in female representation on sporting boards: Overall percentage of women on boards in the Irish sport sector stands at 45% Minister Catherine Martin and Minister of State Thomas Byrne welcome increase in female representation The IRFU, FAI and GAA have all surpassed 40% representation of females on their boards for the first time Sport Ireland …
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Sport Ireland Publish Guidance for Transgender and Non-Binary Inclusion in Sport
Sport Ireland have published new ‘Guidance for Transgender and Non-Binary Inclusion in Sport’, with the intent of providing information and insights to assist policy development around the area within the Irish sport sector. The document, which is 22 pages in its entirety, is said to have consulted key stakeholders within the area, and is backed up via a “comprehensive consultation …
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Why we need to do more for athlete mothers
As women’s sport grows, so too does the spotlight it’s under, exposing areas where more supports are required, such as why we need to do more for athlete mothers. With many of the existing structures within women’s sport transferred directly (if only to a diluted version in some cases) from the men’s game, such measures weren’t even thought of up …
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Coaches Need Resources to Better Support Athlete Menstrual Health, TUS Study Reveals
A study conducted by Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) in partnership with Offaly Sports Partnership has revealed a significant gap in coaches’ understanding of how the menstrual cycle impacts female athlete performance. The study, funded by Sport Ireland and due to be published this International Women’s Day (March 8, 2024), investigated how coaches can provide better support to female …
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Want To Support Her Sport? Here’s 5 Ways You Can!
Why You Should Support Her Sport We are proud to champion women’s sport, and advocate for cultural change so that girls and women can see a future in sport. You can be a part of this change by showing your support for Her Sport today! We work to give our female athletes the coverage they deserve, and share their incredible …
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Can women’s sport learn a lesson from the The Super Bowl’s added entertainment factor?
American football fan or not, you couldn’t escape The Super Bowl hype this week even if you tried. Come the finale of the NFL, whether you’re a sports fanatic or hater, the sheer event around the match itself is unrivalled in terms of its ability to draw people in from all backgrounds and interests, all over the world. Whether that’s …
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The Her Sport Awards 2023: All you need to know
After yet another historic year for women in sport the fifth annual Her Sport Awards didn’t disappoint, shining a spotlight on Ireland’s top sporting talent, inspiring stories and the volunteers & communities that make it all possible. The red carpet was rolled out as stars dazzled in UCD’s Astra Hall, with over 500 people in attendance to witness the distribution …
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