Olympic Handball Ireland Schools Competitions 2025/2026 – All-Ireland Champions Crowned

The 2025/2026 Olympic Handball Ireland Schools Competitions have come to a close, following months of activity across primary and secondary schools nationwide. The programme remains a central part of how young players are introduced to the sport, offering a clear and structured route from local blitzes through to national finals.

At primary level, schools from Carlow, Cork, Dublin, Kerry, Kildare, Limerick, Longford, Meath, Roscommon, Tipperary, Westmeath and Wexford took part. Competitions were split into two age groups: Minis (3rd & 4th Class / Year 5–7) and Juveniles (5th & 6th Class / Year 7–8). Teams progressed through group stage blitzes in the first term, followed by county and provincial rounds before reaching the All-Ireland stage.

Secondary school competitions brought together 65 teams from 21 schools across Leinster, Munster, Connacht and Ulster. Players competed in Junior and Senior categories, with provincial blitzes in November deciding which teams advanced to the All-Ireland finals.

This competition structure gives students the chance to play regularly, represent their school and develop their skills over time. It also supports teachers by providing a clear framework to deliver handball in a school setting, helping to grow participation year on year .

All-Ireland Final Results

🏆 Minis Boys

Winner – Scoil Cholmcille, Skryne (Leinster)
Runner Up – Crosshaven BNS (Munster)

🏆 Minis Girls

Winner – Annagh Hill (Galway)
Runner Up – Croom National School (Munster)

🏆 Juvenile Boys

Winner – Bandon (Munster)
Runner Up – Rush National School (Leinster)

🏆 Juvenile Girls

Winner – Scoil Íde (Galway)
Runner Up – Herbertstown NS (Munster)

🏆 Junior Boys

Winner – Drogheda ET Secondary School (Leinster)
Runner Up – Gaelcholáiste Charraig Uí Leighin (Munster)

🏆 Junior Girls

Winner – Scoil Mhuire Trim (Leinster)
Runner Up – Sancta Maria College (Connacht)

🏆 Senior Boys

Winner – Castleknock Community College (Leinster)
Runner Up – Nenagh College (Munster)

🏆 Senior Girls

Winner – Castleknock Community College (Leinster)
Runner Up – Nenagh College (Munster)

The standard of play this year reflected the continued growth of schools handball across Ireland. For many students, this competition is their first experience of organised handball, while for others it is a stepping stone into club and national pathways.

Olympic Handball Ireland would like to thank all teachers, coaches, referees and volunteers who supported the delivery of competitions across the country this year.

Registration for the 2026/2027 Schools Competitions will open soon. Schools and teachers are encouraged to keep an eye on our channels for updates and key dates.