This March, Team Ireland will compete on the world stage at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025, proudly supported by Gala Retail.
From 8th – 15th March, Turin, Italy, will host over 1,500 athletes from 103 countries, competing in eight winter sports. Among them are the incredible athletes of Team Ireland, ready to represent their country in Skiing and Floorball. With months of training and preparation behind them, they are set to showcase their skill and sportsmanship on the world stage.
For over a decade, Gala Retail has been a platinum sponsor of Special Olympics Ireland, championing athletes and their families across Ireland. The long-standing partnership is built on shared values, and over the years, Gala has played an integral role in ensuring athletes have the resources, encouragement, and support they need to reach their full potential, both on and off the field.
Speaking ahead of the team’s departure, Tony Cluskey said:
“At Gala Retail, we are incredibly proud to support Team Ireland as they set off to compete at the World Winter Games. Just like Special Olympics, Gala is at the heart of communities across Ireland, and we’ve seen firsthand the positive impact this organisation has on athletes, their families, and supporters nationwide. We are thrilled to be part of their journey and wish them the very best of luck in Turin – we know they will do Ireland proud.”
Pictured at Dublin Airport, Tony Cluskey, Marketing & Ambient Trading Manager at Gala Retail, joins Team Ireland athletes along with Matt English, CEO of Special Olympics Ireland and staff from Aer Lingus as they prepare to depart for Turin, Italy to compete in the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025.