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Call for Expressions of Interest - International Competitions 2021

Details: News; 15 September 2020

Target Shooting Ireland is seeking expressions of interest from athletes wishing to participate in international competitions during 2021. Some or all of the following competitions may be included in the schedule for next year:

European Championship 10m, FINLAND (Lohja), February 26th - March 8th 2021

ISCH Hannover, Germany, April 22nd - May 5th 2021

European Championship 25/50m, CROATIA (Osijek), May 23rd - June 6th 2021

ISSF World Cup, AZERBAIJAN (Baku), 22nd June - 1st July 2021

ISSF Junior World Cup, GERMANY (Suhl), 3rd July - 11th July 2021

All interested shooters should contact their relevant coordinator (see below) and the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. without delay. All that is required is your contact details. If you are interested in travelling to any other competitions, please contact us.

Interested athletes should note that all competitions are subject to change at late notice due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. We are monitoring the situation closely and will keep all information up to date.

Coordinator		Disciplines
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.		10m Air Rifle, 10m Air Pistol
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This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.		50m Rifle Prone, 50m Rifle 3 Positions

Target Shooting Ireland funding is limited, so please be aware that a significant portion of competition and travel costs will need to be borne by the shooter.

Following receipt of this expression of interest, those intending to participate will be contacted and will be required both to submit to the Target Shooting Ireland a code of conduct, detailed training schedule with goals covering the period up the competition, and to achieve a minimum qualifying score. Those who have not submitted the documents will not be considered for travel.

Code of Conduct

International Selection Process

Overview of Training Plan

Training Plan Template

Selection scores for Tier 1 competitions can be viewed here

Smallbore

Airgun

Pistol

Target Shooting Ireland is also seeking expressions of interests from individuals interested in travelling to competitions as support members for the team. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you are interested in helping out and would like more information.

TSI Return to Sport Protocols during COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

Details: News; 13 June 2020

We have been working hard to ensure our clubs and members can safely return to sport as per Government regulations. Our Return to Sport Protocols have been reviewed by the Expert Group on Return to Sport and are now available for download: TSI Return to Sport Protocols.

These Return to Sport Protocols set out how clubs and members can return to training in a safe manner.

It is important for all clubs to prioritise the protocols and guidelines set out in the Government’s Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business. Clubs should inform themselves of the guidelines and ensure they keep up to date with any changing protocols. This is a rapidly evolving situation and we are all responsible for ensuring sporting activity can commence safely. Where clubs cannot meet the protocols, please reach out and we will try to assist in every way possible.

Athletes/Coaches are responsible for following club and government guidelines on how to train safely. If you are ill or have any symptoms, you should not travel. Be conscious of your fellow members and ensure that your behaviour on the range helps to facilitate distancing and safe practice of the sport. We are all eager to return to normal practice, but this must be done safely.

Public Health guidance is available at http://www.hse.ie/coronavirus/ and http://www.gov.ie

Airgun and Smallbore Rifle Calendar 2020

Details: News; 16 February 2020

Notice: A number of competitions have been postponed given the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Please check the calendar regularly. These will be rescheduled later in the the year.

The first Airgun and Smallbore Rifle competition dates have been scheduled. Please contact the relevant club for any additional information about competitions. Dates are subject to change.

Dates are also available through the TSI Google calendar which can be found here.

The calendar will be updated with more dates shortly. 25yd / 50m National Championship dates to be set. Keep an eye out for updates here and on our Facebook page.

History made at Sydney World Shooting Para Sport World Championships

Details: News; 22 October 2019

Para-athletes Sean Baldwin and Phil Eaglesham travelled to the Sydney World Shooting Para Sport World Championships which took place from the 11th to the 18th of August.

Sean was competing in the SH1 events R1 (Men's 10m Air Rifle Standing), R3 (Mixed 10m Air Rifle Prone), R6 (Mixed 50m Rifle Prone) and R7 (Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions). Phil competed in SH2 events R4 (Mixed 10m Air Rifle Standing), R5 (Mixed 10m Air Rifle Prone), and R9 (Mixed 50m Rifle Prone).

The team was supported on their journey by Ray Kane (Coach) and Julie Eaglesham (Loader/Team Support).

History was made on the second last day of competition when Phillip Eaglesham finished his R9 qualifying in 4th place out of 51 other athletes, sending him into the R9 Final. This was the first time in a World Championship final for an Irish para-athlete. Phil went on to create more history with a superb showing in the final, finishing in 3rd place and winning the bronze World Championship medal.

He has earned a quota slot for Team Ireland for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games and certainly a taste for shiny medals.

Phil's amazing achievement was streamed live and can be watched back on the Paralympics Official YouTube channel here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZHwMzR_DX0