Results from the ladies Day 2 of the World Shore Championships, Langebaan, South Africa.
Results from the ladies Day 2 of the World Shore Championships, Langebaan, South Africa. Go Team Ireland.
Results from the ladies Day 1 of the World Shore Championships, Langebaan, South Africa.
Results from the ladies Day 1 of the World Shore Championships, Langebaan, South Africa. Go team Ireland.
2019 World Games 36th World Championship Shore Anglers Seniors
Day 1 Men’s Senior World Shore Championships Results. Go Team Ireland.
Results from the Senior Men’s Day 1 of the World Shore Championships, Langebaan, South Africa. A great start for the lads and a fantastic day win for Ireland’s JP Molloy who had some great fish.
Picture attached of JP with a blue ray caught during today’s competition
Sport Ireland Investment 2019
L to R Brian Cooke IFSA ACI, John Tracey CEO Sport Ireland, Kieran Mulvey Chairman Sport Ireland, Bob Seward Treasurer Angling Council Ireland
The ACI has received a 50% increase in funding for 2019 and significant funding under the dormant account fund which will be used for specific programmes during 2019.
Bob Seward ACI with Bernard Allen Chairman of Finance Committee Sport Ireland at the Launch of Sport Ireland Investment 2019
MEDIA RELEASE: Sport Ireland announces €31.8 million investment in National Governing Bodies, High Performance Programmes and Athletes, and Local Sports Partnerships
MEDIA RELEASE: Sport Ireland announces €31.8 million investment in National Governing Bodies, High Performance Programmes and Athletes, and Local Sports Partnerships
Sport Ireland
Media Release
6th February 2019
For Immediate Release
Sport Ireland announces €31.8 million investment in National Governing Bodies, High Performance Programmes and Athletes, and Local Sports Partnerships
- Funding represents significant increase on 2018
- €12.84 million for core activity of 58 National Governing Bodies
- €7.29 million to support work of 29 Local Sports Partnerships
- €8.46 million to support High Performance programmes
- €1.93 million in direct athlete investment
Sport Ireland today announced an investment of nearly €32 million in National Governing Bodies for Sport, direct athlete support and the Local Sports Partnership Network for 2019.
The funding announced, which represents a significant increase on 2018, includes an investment of €12.845 million in the core activity of National Governing Bodies for Sport (NGBs), €8.46m in NGB High Performance Programmes, €820,000 in high performance funding for the Olympic Federation of Ireland and Paralympics Ireland, and €7.29 million in the work of the Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs).
Sport Ireland also announced €500,000 in targeted funding for projects, to assist with the preparation for key events in 2019, along with a further €1.93 million for the International Carding Scheme.
Speaking ahead of the announcement at the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena today, Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross TD, said:“The National Sports Policy 2018-2027 published by my Department last July puts a strong emphasis on increasing participation in sport and physical activity by all members of society, regardless of age or circumstance. The significant increase in funding announced today will assist the excellent work of our National Governing Bodies and Local Sports Partnerships in delivering programmes and initiatives on the ground to get more people active on a regular basis. Their work is making a substantial contribution to the health and welfare of individuals, communities and the nation.”
Minister of State for Tourism and Sport, Brendan Griffin TD, added:“The funding announced today will assist in furthering Ireland’s ambitions at the highest level on the international stage as we head into a critical period for high performance sport. 2018 was an exceptional year for Irish teams and athletes and we look forward to that success continuing into 2019 with Olympic and Paralympic qualification on the horizon for many athletes. In particular, the move to a two-year model for the International Carding scheme is to be welcomed as we look to give our top athletes the best possible opportunity to realise their potential on the international stage.”
2018 marked an exceptional year for Irish sport at an international level, with Irish athletes and teams winning 77 medals at major competition throughout the year. At home, National Governing Bodies and Local Sports Partnerships saw sustained participation and engagement with programmes, with many new innovative initiatives rolled-out nationwide.
Chairman of Sport Ireland, Kieran Mulvey, commented:“2018 was a landmark year for Irish sport. At a strategic level, the publication of the new National Sports Policy was a key milestone for the sports sector. On the international stage we saw sustained success from our high performance teams and athletes, while the NGBs and LSPs are continuing to support strong participation in sport among people of all ages. Through a substantial budget increase for 2019, the Government has responded very positively to the case made by Sport Ireland and the Irish sporting community with a broad commitment to sport and physical activity. It is vital that our NGBs and LSPs are well supported and the increase in funding this year means that our funded bodies will be well equipped to deliver on their objectives as we look towards next year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games and increasing participation in sport across the board.”
The International Carding Scheme has increased from €1.9 million in 2018 to €1.934 million in 2019. For 2019 and 2020 the International Carding Scheme will be awarded as a two year Scheme. This means that athletes who are awarded Carding in 2019 will be funded until December 2020, subject to terms and conditions.
Sport Ireland Chief Executive, John Treacy, added:“Sport Ireland is delighted to be in a position to provide the majority of performing National Governing Bodies for Sport and Local Sports Partnerships with an increase in investment in 2019. A significant development this year is the move to a two-year model for the International Athlete Carding Scheme. This new approach will remove pressures associated with carding criteria and allow athletes to fully focus on Tokyo 2020 qualification and performance. High Performance Programme funding provided to NGBs in 2019 will stand for the funding round in 2020. This commitment from Sport Ireland is provided to well-governed NGBs that are tracking to deliver their targets in Tokyo 2020.”
Mr Treacy continued: “At a local level, the increased investment in the Sports Inclusion Disability Programme means that all 29 Local Sports Partnerships will have a Sports Inclusion Disability Officer (SIDO) in 2019. The SIDOs will provide valuable support and facilitate an increase in opportunities for people to participate in sport and physical activity. We look forward to another positive year for Irish sport in 2019.”
The full breakdown of funding can be viewed here.
Ends.
For further information:
David Gash, Communications Manager
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Images available FOC via Inpho Photography
Notes to the Editor:
Overview of Annualised Funding Streams*:
| Funding Stream | 2018 | 2019 | Change |
| National Governing Bodies | €10,845,000 | €12,845,000 | €2,000,000 |
| Local Sports Partnerships | €6,074,333 | €7,291,509 | €1,157,176 |
| High Performance Programmes* | €7,240,000 | €8,460,000 | €1,220,000 |
| International Carding Scheme | €1,900,000 | €1,934,000 | €34,000 |
*For the purposes of this analysis, once-off funding which becomes available is not included. In 2018, €1.5 million was made available to assist NGB preparations for major competitions including the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and key World Championship events.
2019 & 2020 International Carding Scheme:
The International Carding Scheme has increased from €1.9 million in 2018 to €1.934 million in 2019. For 2019 and 2020 the International Carding Scheme will be awarded as a two year
Scheme. This means that athletes who are awarded Carding in 2019 will be funded until December 2020, subject to terms and conditions. The Scheme will remain open to new entrants in 2020 who will be eligible to receive a one-year award. The most important benefit from this change is to allow athletes to fully focus on Olympic & Paralympic qualification and performance, and reduce the negative pressures associated with chasing funding criteria.
| NGB | Athlete | Category | Award |
| Athletics Ireland | Thomas Barr | Podium | €40,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Ciara Mageean | World Class | €20,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Fionnula McCormack | World Class | €20,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Leon Reid | World Class | €20,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Brian Gregan | World Class | €16,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Mark English | World Class | €16,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Alex Wright | International | €12,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Brendan Boyce | International | €12,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Phil Healy | International | €12,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Marcus Lawler | International | €12,000 |
| Athletics Ireland | Women’s 4 x 100m Relay | International | €12,000 |
| Athletics Ireland* | €192,000 | ||
| Badminton Ireland (Para) | Niall McVeigh | World Class | €20,000 |
| Badminton Ireland | Chloe Magee | International | €12,000 |
| Badminton Ireland | Sam Magee | International | €12,000 |
| Badminton Ireland | Nhat Nguyen | International | €12,000 |
| Badminton Ireland* | €56,000 | ||
| Canoeing Ireland | Jennifer Egan | World Class | €20,000 |
| Canoeing Ireland (Para) | Patrick O’Leary | World Class | €20,000 |
| Canoeing Ireland | Liam Jegou | International | €12,000 |
| Canoeing Ireland | €52,000 | ||
| Cycling Ireland | Felix English | World Class | €20,000 |
| Cycling Ireland | Lydia Boylan | World Class | €20,000 |
| Cycling Ireland | Lydia Gurley | World Class | €20,000 |
| Cycling Ireland | Robyn Stewart | World Class | €20,000 |
| Cycling Ireland | Mark Downey | World Class | €20,000 |
| Cycling Ireland | Marc Potts | International | €12,000 |
| Cycling Ireland | Shannon McCurley | International | €12,000 |
| Cycling Ireland | Kelly Murphy | International | €12.000 |
| Cycling Ireland (Para) | Katie George Dunlevy& Eve McCrystal | Podium | €60,000 |
| Cycling Ireland (Para) | Martin Gordon & Eamonn Byrne | World Class | €30,000 |
| Cycling Ireland (Para) | Peter Ryan & SeanHahessy | International | €18,000 |
| Cycling Ireland (Para) | Ronan Grimes | International | €12,000 |
| Cycling Ireland (Para) | Damien Vereker | International | €12,000 |
| Cycling Ireland* | €268,000 | ||
| Gymnastics Ireland | Rhys McClenaghan | Podium | €40,000 |
| Gymnastics Ireland | Adam Steele | International | €12,000 |
| Gymnastics Ireland | €52,000 | ||
| Irish Athletic Boxing Association | Joe Ward | Podium | €40,000 |
| Irish Athletic Boxing Association | Kellie Harrington | Podium | €40,000 |
| Irish Athletic Boxing Association | Brendan Irvine | World Class | €20,000 |
| Irish Athletic Boxing Association | Kurt Walker | World Class | |
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Irish Federation Of Sea Anglers World Shore Championships South Africa 2019
The Angling Council Of Ireland wishes The Ladies and Men’s teams all of the best in the World Shore Championships 2019. Go Team Ireland. Tight Lines.
The 2019 World Shore Games takes place in South Africa this month. The world Shore championships are being held on the west coast in Langebann from 10 th to 14th of February for both senior men and ladies.
Both teams are currently out there preparing for the championships.
The ladies team are Lisa Gormley, Janet Snoddy, Tracey Whelan, Linda Manton, Pat Short and Rosalene Murphy . Manger Jim Snoddy and assistant manager Johnny Snoddy
The men’s team are
Joe Carly, Richie Gormley, Willie Wier, Aiden OHalloran, Albie Allan, JP Molloy
Manager John O’Brien and assistant manager Sean Ivory.
Happy Christmas 2018
The Angling Council Ireland would like to wish all those involved in the Sport of Angling a very Happy Christmas 2018. Many thanks to those who have supported the ACI in 2018. Inland Fisheries Ireland, and Sport Ireland to name but a few. 2019 is going to be fishtastic.
Public Consultation opens on new Bye-law for sea trout and brown trout on River Bandon
Public Consultation opens on new Bye-law
for sea trout and brown trout on River Bandon
Tuesday, 18th December 2018: Inland Fisheries Ireland is hosting a public consultation around a proposed Bye-law which focuses on the conservation of sea trout and brown trout on the River Bandon. Submissions from interested parties are now invited during the consultation period in respect of the Bye-law.
The new Bye-law aims to help conserve the numbers of brown trout of all sizes taken from upstream areas of the river and its tributaries as well as the numbers of young sea trout taken in the lower river and upper estuary. There is currently no minimum length size specified when catching and retaining a sea trout or brown trout on the river. In addition, there is no ‘bag limit’ on the number of brown trout an angler can retain.
The new bye law would:
– Set a minimum length of 25 centimetres for any sea trout or any brown trout caught and retained on the waters of the River Bandon and its tributaries.
– Set a bag limit of not more than three brown trout per day on the waters of the River Bandon and its tributaries.
– Require anglers to fish catch & release methods, ban the use of worms and allow only single, barbless hooks in angling for brown trout once the three per day bag limit had been reached.
Interested parties should make a submission to the consultation in writing. Submissions should be marked ‘Public consultation – River Bandon (Conservation of Trout)’ and be submitted by post to: Inland Fisheries Ireland, Sunnside House, Macroom, Co. Cork, P12 X602 or by email to bandonriverbyelaw@fisheriesireland.ie .
The Public Consultation period will run for 14 days and the deadline for receipt of submissions is 5pm on Monday, 31st of December 2018. All submissions received by Inland Fisheries Ireland will be published on its website www.fisheriesireland.ie.
Canney welcomes funding available in 2019 for angling projects and events
Canney welcomes funding available in 2019 for angling projects and events
Initiatives which support novice anglers and angling tourism invited to apply for funding to Inland Fisheries Ireland’s Sponsorship Programme 2019
Monday, 17th December 2018: Inland Fisheries Ireland’s has launched its Sponsorship Programme for 2019 and is now inviting applications from suitable angling events and initiatives nationwide. The programme, which is one of the funding mechanisms of the National Strategy for Angling Development, awarded funding to 62 Irish angling events and 10 teams representing Ireland in overseas international events to the combined value of €30,000 last year.
Sean Canney TD, Minister with responsibility for the Inland Fisheries sector said: “I want to congratulate Inland Fisheries Ireland for making financial support available once again in 2019 for projects and events which will support novice and junior anglers and help grow angling tourism. I support Inland Fisheries Ireland’s aim to help ‘bring angling to the people’ by supporting initiatives which help remove barriers to those looking to try fishing or for younger people who already enjoy the pursuit. IFI is working to support events and initiatives which promote the angling tourism product with a view to growing angler tourist numbers and economic return”.
The Sponsorship Programme supported 17 initiatives by local angling clubs during the year which included junior competitions, summer leagues, disability outreach programmes and angling coaching workshops. In total, 630 juvenile and novice anglers participated in these initiatives and almost 300 of them joined a fishing club for the first time following their participation in a local engagement project.
In addition to junior and novice angling projects, there were 28 large scale angling events supported via the programme in 2018 with 1,866 experienced anglers taking part. Over 800 anglers travelled from outside Ireland to participate in these angling competitions.
The events and initiatives which are eligible for funding in 2019 are as follows:
– Large international competitions held in Ireland which showcase Ireland’s angling and contribute to local economies, supporting jobs and businesses.
– Novice angler events & training courses which increase participation in angling including funding of transport hire for participants to facilitate attendance at novice angler events.
– Information dissemination / initiatives to promote fisheries awareness / conservation and protection of the inland fisheries and sea angling resource / promotion of angling as a key Irish tourism activity e.g. Production of high quality angling promotional videos / seminars / coaching / training / workshops etc.
– Juvenile and minority angling teams representing Ireland at international events both home and abroad.
Suzanne Campion, Head of Business Development at Inland Fisheries Ireland said: “Our 2019 Sponsorship Programme will play an important role in driving angling participation among novice and junior anglers. The Sponsorship Programme has awarded €30,000 per year over the past five years to angling clubs and groups nationwide to help in the delivery of local angling events.
“In addition to supporting those who are casting for the first time, we also have a unique opportunity to grow our angling tourism product. The Sponsorship Scheme offers clubs and associations an incentive to engage overseas anglers to visit our renowned wild fisheries and to enjoy fishing here in a conservation focused manner.”
Inland Fisheries Ireland’s National Strategy for Angling Development is the first comprehensive national framework which will deliver a wide-ranging set of investments, innovations and promotions over the coming five years. It aims to make angling accessible and attractive through information, infrastructure and support, to develop tourism through the promotion of the angling resource and to position angling as a key leisure and recreation pursuit. The Strategy will deliver significant economic benefits in rural communities where much of angling takes place, while also ensuring that fish populations and habitats are protected and conserved.
Applications for funding from the Sponsorship Scheme are now invited from angling clubs, associations or any local group organising an angling initiative. The scheme will remain open for funding applications until the 18th of January 2019 with applications for equipment, staff support and biosecurity assistance available throughout the year.
To find out more and to apply, visit www.fisheriesireland.ie/sponsorship . Awards will be subject to budget availability and adherence to the scheme requirements.
