TU Dublin Sport Celebrates Outstanding Sporting Success at Champions Reception 2026
TU Dublin Sport recently hosted a Champions Reception at Grangegorman to celebrate an exceptional year of sporting achievement across the university. The event, attended by TU Dublin President Dr Deirdre Lillis, was organised to recognise the unprecedented success of seven TU Dublin sports teams, each of whom secured victory in their respective cup competitions.
Students, athletes, coaches, and staff gathered to recognise the remarkable success of TU Dublin sports clubs, following a historic season in which teams secured seven national and intervarsity titles across a range of disciplines.
Among the standout achievements was a landmark victory for the Senior Ladies Gaelic Football team, who captured the O’Connor Cup for the first time in the university’s history. The Men’s Basketball team also made history, claiming their first Division 1 Intervarsity title, alongside a further success as the Men’s Freshers secured their own intervarsity crown.
TU Dublin’s Senior Hurlers delivered an impressive double-winning season, lifting both the Division 2 Hurling League and the Ryan Cup. Success continued across other sports, with the Men’s Hockey team winning the prestigious Mauritius Cup, while the Freshers Hurling team secured the All-Ireland Freshers 2 title. Rounding off the achievements, the Men’s Premier Soccer team claimed victory in the Eustace Cup.
The reception highlighted not only competitive success but also the dedication, teamwork, and commitment shown by TU Dublin athletes both on and off the field throughout the year.
Christy O’Shea, Senior Manager – Sport, Societies & Student Life, praised the achievements of all involved, saying:
“This has been a truly exceptional year for sport in TU Dublin, with our students demonstrating outstanding commitment, talent and pride in representing the University.”
Niamh O'Callaghan, Sport Pathways and Performance Manager, added:
“These successes reflect not only performance on the field but the strong culture of teamwork, resilience and community that defines sport at TU Dublin.”
TU Dublin extends its congratulations to all teams, athletes, coaches, and staff whose hard work and passion made this record-breaking year possible.
More photos are available to view from the event from Paul Lundy Sports.