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16 September 2025

International Selection Time for Northern Ireland Masters

The start of autumn also signifies the beginning of the cross-country season.

International Selection Time for Northern Ireland Masters

12 September 2025

First NI Athletes set to compete in Tokyo

Two Northern Irish Athletes will be taking to the warm up track on the early hours of Saturday morning as the Irish Mixed 4x400m Relay Team aims for qualification through to Saturday evening’s final.

First NI Athletes set to compete in Tokyo

11 September 2025

Athletics NI mourns the loss of Rory Friel

It is with a deep sense of shock and sadness that the athletics community has learnt of the death of Rory Friel after a very short illness. Rory passed away in the early hours of Thursday, 11th September, surrounded by his children and loved ones, after a very short illness.

Athletics NI mourns the loss of Rory Friel

10 September 2025

Weekend Roundup International Competition & Road Racing Highlights (September 6th,7th 2025)

September is often a quieter month for athletics, with many athletes taking a well-earned break after the track season. However, this past weekend was packed with action both at home and abroad, showcasing exciting performances across road racing and combined events.

Weekend Roundup International Competition & Road Racing Highlights (September 6th,7th 2025)

10 September 2025

Mary Peters Trust Applications September 2025

Applications are now open for the Mary Peters Trust Award, offering support to aspiring athletes on their journey toward future international success.

Mary Peters Trust Applications  September 2025

09 September 2025

World Masters Mountain Running Championships, Meduno 2025 NI Runners Report

Over the last weekend in August, the 24th World Masters Athletics (WMA) / World Mountain Running Association (WMRA) World Masters Mountain Running Championships were held in Meduno, Italy.

World Masters Mountain Running Championships, Meduno 2025 NI Runners Report

03 September 2025

Athletes perform at Road Relays, BMC and Scottish Championships

Locally last weekend saw the annual running of the NI and Ulster Road Relay Championships which were held in Victoria Park on Saturday.

 

Athletes perform at Road Relays, BMC and Scottish Championships

03 September 2025

Para Success at 2025 Manchester International

The Northern Ireland Para team had a great day at the new format Manchester International on 30 August with several athletes showing good form leading into the final seven months of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games para qualification window.

Para Success at 2025 Manchester International

02 September 2025

Progress on the Athletics NI Team Coach Manager Development Programme

At the start of 2025, following an application period, Athletics NI identified athletics coaches / team managers with an interest in travelling with and supporting Northern Ireland teams at international events. We wanted to give opportunities for suitably qualified and experienced individuals to collaborate with Athletics NI performance staff in supporting our teams at road, cross country and track and field events, including future Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Youth Games.

Progress on the Athletics NI Team Coach Manager Development Programme

01 September 2025

Home Nations 5k Championships

Northern Ireland fielded two teams at the annual Home Nations 5k Championships which were held in Bute Park Cardiff on Saturday evening. Conditions on the night were less than ideal with heavy rain and strong winds persisting throughout the duration of the event. Nonetheless, there were some outstanding performances from our NI and Ulster teams.

 

Home Nations 5k Championships
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