\t\t\t2025 SHORTLISTS<\/p>\n
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Female Athlete of the Year, sponsored by Allianz<\/p>\n
Aoife O\u2019Rourke (Boxing)
\nFiona Murtagh (Rowing)
\nKate O\u2019Connor (Athletics)
\nLara Gillespie (Cycling)<\/p>\n
Male Athlete of the Year, sponsored by Allianz<\/p>\n
Ben Healy (Cycling)
\nCian McPhillips (Athletics)
\nFintan McCarthy (Rowing)
\nRory McIlroy (Golf)<\/p>\n
Rising Star, sponsored by Sport Ireland<\/p>\n
Eve McMahon (Sailing)
\nJohn Shortt (Athletics)
\nPatsy Joyce (Boxing)<\/p>\n
\u00a0Team of the Year, sponsored by Flogas<\/p>\n
Fintan McCarthy & Philip Doyle (Rowing)
\nSenior Eventing Team (Equestrian)
\nMen\u2019s 3\u00d73 Basketball Team<\/p>\n
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Coach of the Year, sponsored by Key Patent Innovations<\/p>\n
Dominic Casey (Rowing)
\nJohn Szaranek (Athletics)
\nMichael O\u2019Connor (Equestrian)<\/p>\n
\u00a0Olympic Sporting Moment of the Year, sponsored by Fiat<\/p>\n
Rory McIlroy\u2019s Masters triumph
\nBen Healy in the yellow jersey at the Tour de France
\nKate O\u2019Connor\u2019s World Championships silver medal<\/p>\n
\u00a0High Performance Programme of the Year, sponsored by Deloitte<\/p>\n
Cycling Ireland
\nRowing Ireland
\nSwim Ireland<\/p>\n
\u00a0Creator of the Year, sponsored by McKeever Sports<\/p>\n
Ayeisha McFerran & Unboxed
\nDaniel & Nathan Wiffen\u2019s Vlog
\nRhys McClenaghan<\/p>\n
\u00a0Community Impact Award, sponsored by SPAR\/EUROSPAR<\/p>\n
Rhys McClenaghan\u2019s Club Tour
\nInbhear Dee Athletics Club\u2019s Noreen O\u2019Reilly, Eithne Walsh & Anne-Marie Kelly
\nCricket Connects Summer Camp<\/p>\n
President\u2019s Award<\/p>\n
The President\u2019s Award will be presented at the discretion of OFI President Lochlann Walsh, recognising an exceptional contribution or service to Irish Olympic sport.<\/p>\n
The awards will shine a spotlight on those who have inspired the nation while also recognising the unseen commitment, sacrifice, and excellence that underpin every performance.<\/p>\n
The Olympic Sport Award Trophy, also known as the Olly, is inspired by the Olympic torch and symbolises excellence, resilience, and national pride. Its upward flame reflects athletes\u2019 pursuit of their highest potential, while the three steel panels represent the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship, and Respect.<\/p>\n
Speaking at the announcement, Peter Sherrard, CEO of the Olympic Federation of Ireland, said:<\/p>\n
\u201cIrish athletes are consistently achieving phenomenal results on the world stage \u2013 winning medals, breaking records, and inspiring the nation. But behind every great performance lies years of dedication, sacrifice, and the tireless work of coaches, performance teams, and communities. These awards, and our new trophy, the Olly, are about recognising that collective effort and celebrating the people who represent the very best of us.\u201d<\/p>\n
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More Details<\/p>\n
The Team Ireland Olympic Sport Awards 2025 will celebrate #TheBestOfUs, honouring those who push boundaries, break records, and inspire pride across the nation.<\/p>\n