Aidan Corbett
University of Limerick hosted a special homecoming event on campus to celebrate its athletes, coaches, and support staff who proudly represented Ireland at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The event saw several notable athletes in attendance, including Waterford’s three-time Olympian who competed in the 4x400m relay in Paris, is also a World Relay bronze medallist and European gold medallist, Thomas Barr.
The event was attended by Acting President Professor Shane Kilcommins, who paid tribute to the remarkable achievements of UL’s sporting community.
There were more than 25 members of the UL community from students to staff and graduates that had a direct involvement in the Olympic and Paralympic Games as athletes, coaches or support team members.
Professor Kilcommins expressed his admiration for the dedication and resilience of all of those involved this summer.
“These games are the pinnacle of international sport, and to compete at that level is a testament to the hard work, perseverance, and spirit of these athletes. We are all immensely proud of how they’ve represented both their country and UL,” said Professor Kilcommins.
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