Queen’s GAA, in partnership with Queen’s Sport and the AEP team, honoured three outstanding student-athletes at its end-of-year awards on 9 June. Mathew Muraghan and Brid McNally received the 2024 and 2025 Cormac McAnallen Medals for their leadership and dedication, with Brid becoming only the second female recipient. Joey Clarke was awarded the Brian Conlon GAA Academy Scholarship, recognising his talent and leadership.

On 5 June, Queen’s University celebrated a proud tradition of sporting excellence at the 2025 Blues Awards, honouring student-athletes, coaches, and volunteers for their dedication, performance, and impact across more than 20 different sports. The event showcased the strength and spirit of the university’s sporting community, highlighting achievements both on and off the field.

Konan Pazzaia, alongside Fintan McCarthy, claimed a bronze medal in the men’s double sculls (M2x) at the 2025 European Rowing Championships held in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. After finishing second in their semi-final to secure a spot in the A-final, the duo delivered a strong performance to finish third overall, just behind the gold-winning crew from Poland.

The Irish Men’s and Women’s Indoor Hockey squads recently completed a six-game invitational series in Malaysia, preparing for the 2026 EuroHockey Indoor Championships. Among those representing Ireland were four Queen’s University students: current players Jenna McCarlie and Katie Kimber, alongside alumni Scott McCabe and Laura Graham. The Women’s team enjoyed a flawless campaign, securing victory in all six matches.

Bursary student Darragh Love clinched the title at the British Senior Wrestling Championship, making a seamless transition to the senior level—while still eligible for U23—and bringing the 2025 Senior British Champion title to Fermanagh.

On 15 April 2025, Queen’s University celebrated its annual Future Stars Awards, sponsored by McKeever Sports, recognising 148 talented Year 11 and 12 student-athletes across five priority sports. The gala at Whitla Hall highlighted the University’s Academy Programmes, supporting dual careers in sport and academia, and featured nearly 1,000 young athletes identified through partnerships with local sports bodies.

Queen’s Elite athlete Rachel McCann played a vital role in the Irish women’s 4x400m relay team securing World Championship qualification at the World Relays in Guangzhou on May 11, after a strong performance in their final race.