Basketball Ireland's Primary Schools Mini Basketball programme 2024/25 was launched earlier today by Catherine Martin, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. The new programme, which will be led by former Ireland captain Jason Killeen aims to further expand on the number of primary schools engaged in extra-curricular basketball, which currently stands at 600. Find out more about the programme ➡️ https://bit.ly/4gKi5hk #IrishBasketball | Federation of Irish Sport | Sport Ireland
Basketball Ireland
Spectator Sports
Dublin, Dublin 3,363 followers
The home of Irish basketball
About us
Basketball Ireland (B.I.) is the national governing body for the sport on the island of Ireland. Part of FIBA Europe, the European Governing body, and of FIBA, the World Governing body, B.I. is responsible for the promotion and administration of basketball throughout Ireland and for Irish international participation. B.I. operates as a conduit with Government Departments, particularly the Department of Transport, Arts, Tourism & Sport who have significantly funded B.I. in the past. B.I. is also the main conduit for the Irish Sports Council who provide significant funding,FIBA Europe and FIBA World on a wide range of issues, other National Basketball Federations, the Federation of Irish Sports,Local Sports Partnerships as well as a host of service providers including solicitors; statutory bodies; Revenue Commissioners; Banks; sponsors; goods suppliers; B.I. positions itself as a service centre for all levels of the game, facilitating all aspects of promoting and running the sport. At national level B.I. acts under the direction of the Board of Basketball Ireland whose remit includes financial governance and business strategy formation. BI also supports the National Council, the body on which every facet of the sport is represented, which acts as the sport policy formation and activation centre of the sport. B.I. seeks to promote the game, in all its forms, to supporters and prospective supporters by emphasising the great attributes of basketball. Our marketing and promotions desk works diligently to get people coming to games. They also manage our website www.basketballireland.ie and social media pages. In the business arena B.I. works to form and deliver the commercial and marketing strategies of the organisation. Staff members also provide administrative support for various committees and numerous competitions.
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https://ireland.basketball/
External link for Basketball Ireland
- Industry
- Spectator Sports
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Dublin, Dublin
- Type
- Nonprofit
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Primary
National Basketball Arena
Tymon Park
Dublin, Dublin Dublin 24, IE
Employees at Basketball Ireland
Updates
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Basketball clubs across Ireland have been allocated more than €1.2m in the latest round of Community Sport Facilities Fund, previously known as the Sports Capital and Equipment Fund. This is crucial funding that can be used to upgrade and construct new facilities to aid the continued growth of the sport across the island of Ireland. Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XYirJB #IrishBasketball | #Sportsbiz
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Basketball Ireland have appointed Alecia Mc Sweeney as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). She joined Basketball Ireland in 2005 and previously operated as Senior Financial Officer. Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XXUGl5 #IrishBasketball | #Sportsbiz
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Basketball Ireland has been notified by South Dublin County Council of their decision to grant planning permission for the €38m redevelopment of the National Basketball Arena. ✅ Click below to find out more about the next steps ➡️ https://bit.ly/3AZWSPT #Greenmeansgo ☘️ | #IrishBasketball | #SportsBiz
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𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 ✅ Ireland's senior men's team return to FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 European Pre-Qualifying with two must-win home games at the National Basketball Arena this November. A limited number of Family Tickets (2 adults & 2 children) will be available for our opening game against Azerbaijan. 🎟️➡️ Go to https://lnkd.in/eXVvFH9Z to get yours today! This. Means. Everything. #Greenmeansgo ☘️ | #IrishBasketball
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🆕 Introducing Courtside, bringing you closer to Irish basketball! Sign for free to gain early access to tickets for Ireland MNT’s upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup European Pre-Qualifying double header against Kosovo and Azerbaijan at the National Basketball Arena, which go on general sale this Thursday! 🚨 ◼️ Exclusive behind the scenes content. ◼️ Be the first to see our brand new Nike kit. ◼️ Win with our member competitions and partner offers. ◼️ Plus so much more... Join Here Today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XEjMW4 #IrishBasketball | #SportsBiz
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Basketball Ireland would like to invite applications for the position of Weekend Duty Manager at the National Basketball Arena. The deadline for applications for this part-time role is Friday, September 13th at 17:00. Apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/47eUa4Z #IrishBasketball
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Basketball Ireland is delighted to announce AIG Insurance as our new Club and Community partner. The agreement will see AIG Insurance become the ‘Official Insurance Partner’ of Basketball Ireland, as well as the title partner of the AIG All-Ireland Club Championships, the premier U14 and U16 club basketball competition in Ireland. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Z7lmRj #IrishBasketball | #SportsBiz
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Basketball Ireland are inviting applications for the latest 'Dream Programme', to aid up and coming female coaches 🏀 1️⃣2️⃣ Aspiring female coaches 4️⃣ Mentors 9️⃣ Months of mentorship The deadline for applications will be Wednesday, September 4th at 5pm 📆 Apply by following the link 🔗⬇️ #IrishBasketball | #CoachDevelopment
Basketball Ireland launch latest 'Dream Programme' to empower aspiring female coaches
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Basketball Ireland have appointed Karl Stafford as Arena Manager of the National Basketball Arena. He previously held the role of Sales and Operations Manager with St. Patrick's Athletic FC in the League of Ireland. Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4dDkc4A #IrishBasketball | #Sportsbiz