Collage of Irish athletes competing in various sports including swimming, cycling, running, equestrian, and medal celebrations

High Performance

Sport Ireland's High Performance Unit supports National Governing Bodies of sport in delivering the programmes that give Irish athletes and teams the best chance of success on the world stage. We provide funding, strategic guidance, and performance expertise to help athletes reach finals and win medals at European, World, Olympic, and Paralympic level. We are committed to building an athlete-centred high performance system that delivers sustained success.

About High Performance

Find out more about the High Performance Unit, High Performance Committee, and our Partners

High Performance Investment

Sport Ireland invests in high performance sport through the provision of High Performance Programme Funding to NGBs

Policies & Documents

Sport Ireland has produced a number of policies and documents relating to High Performance Sport

Kate O'Connor holding up her Bronze Medal won at the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships

High Performance Medals 2026

High Performance Events 2026

Sport Ireland Athlete Welfare Policy: A Guide for Athletes

The welfare of everyone involved in High Performance Sport is central to Sport Ireland’s High Performance Strategy 2021-2032. This guide explains what the Sport Ireland Athlete Welfare Policy means for you.