UltraRunning Ireland is the representative organisation for ultrarunning in Ireland. It is recognised by the IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations) and IAU (International Association of Ultra Runners) as the governing authority.
The primary purpose of UltraRunning Ireland is to monitor ultra running performances and ensure the integrity of record claims; select National teams for international competition; liaise with the IAU and IAAF on behalf of its international athletes; select sites / races for Irish national ultra competitions; promote Irish ultra running via IAU-labelled events; host international competitions where possible; and recognise notable ultra achievements via its website and the media.
UltraRunning Ireland is interested in road, track and indoor distances beyond the marathon: 50km, 50 miles, 100km, 100 miles, 24 hours, 48 hours and 6 days. It also has a stake in trail running and monitors ultramarathon stage races, treadmill running, marathons in extreme locations, and mega-marathons (multiple marathon efforts).
UltraRunning Ireland is operated by international ultra athletes. There is no public funding and all work is conducted on a voluntary basis.
To be eligible for election to the Board, you must have represented Ireland on at least two occasions at Continental or World Championship level and be in good standing with the ultra community. Elections take place every three years - the next election will take place in June 2012.
Current Board
Chairman - Richard Donovan; Secretary - Eoin Keith
Helena Crossan, Thomas Maguire, Tony Mangan, Martin Rea
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