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Interviews, previews and updates from Irish MMA media partners.
Browse interviews, previews and association updates from partner media covering Ireland MMA.
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The Journey Continues: Two More for Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪The Journey Continues: Two More for Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪 We are proud to introduce two more dedicated athletes representing Team Ireland at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships. Their hard work on the mats has earned them a place among the world's elite. #IrishMMA #AbuDhabi2026…
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One Team. One Dream 🇮🇪One Team. One Dream 🇮🇪 Introducing the athletes of Team Ireland Youth. From clubs across the country, they have come together with one goal: to represent Ireland with pride and excellence at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships. Abu Dhabi, we are ready 🥊 Team Ireland gear…
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Meet the Next Generation of Team Ireland 🇮🇪Meet the Next Generation of Team Ireland 🇮🇪 We are incredibly proud to introduce the young athletes representing Ireland at the upcoming IMMAF Youth World Championships. Each of these posters represents an athlete who has dedicated themselves to the grind, earned their place on…
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Scully goes pro! 🤩Scully goes pro! 🤩 Two-time IMMAF World Champion Amy Scully 🇮🇪 is set to make her professional debut at EFC 10: Judgement Day. Best of luck, Amy! 🤝 #AlumniWatch
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A huge thank you to our incredible sponsor @rdx_sports for supplying our new training equipment and Team Tracksuits 🇮🇪A huge thank you to our incredible sponsor @rdx_sports for supplying our new training equipment and Team Tracksuits 🇮🇪 We are proud to have you as part of Team Ireland. Your generosity and commitment to the growth of MMA in our Country is truly appreciated💚 Thank you for…
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15 Days Left: The Countdown Continues 🇮🇪15 Days Left: The Countdown Continues 🇮🇪 Just 15 days until our Team Ireland youth athletes take to the world stage at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi. The preparation has been relentless. The sacrifices have been made. Now it is time to sharpen the final…
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Youth Squad Session: Team Ireland OnlyYouth Squad Session: Team Ireland Only A reminder for all our Team Ireland youth athletes that we have a squad session this Sunday, August 2nd. With the IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi now just weeks away, these final sessions are crucial. This is your time to…
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YOUTH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPSImage 1 text: YOUTH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS magn ants abu dhabi UAEMMAE 2026 IMMAF HOMIE "TEAM IMMAF&)
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Dylan Wheatley 🇮🇪 pulled off one of the slickest submissions at the 2026 IMMAF European Championships. 🤯Dylan Wheatley 🇮🇪 pulled off one of the slickest submissions at the 2026 IMMAF European Championships. 🤯 Can he deliver another statement performance at the #2026YouthWorlds? 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, UAE | 16–23 August | 📺 IMMAF.tv
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@immaaonline squad training Junior/Senior 18+@immaaonline squad training Junior/Senior 18+ August 2nd from 3- 4:30 at @sbgireland Come train and earn your place to represent Ireland🇮🇪 at the @immafed world championships in Georgia 🇬🇪
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Youth Squad Session: Team Ireland Only 🇮🇪Youth Squad Session: Team Ireland Only 🇮🇪 A reminder for all our Team Ireland youth athletes that we have a squad session this Sunday, July 19th. With the IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi just weeks away, every session counts. This is your chance to sharpen your…
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35 Days Left: 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪35 Days Left: 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 The countdown is on. Just 35 days until our Team Ireland youth athletes step onto the world stage at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi. Dates: August 17th to 23rd Location: Abu Dhabi Our athletes have…
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One opening is all she needs! ⚡️One opening is all she needs! ⚡️ 2025 IMMAF Youth World Champion Freya Marsh 🇮🇪 is ready for her next challenge at the #2026YouthWorlds. 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, UAE | 16–23 August
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In just over 6 weeks @kayla.murt will fly to Abu Dhabi to represent ireland 🇮🇪 in the upcoming @immafed World Championships 🌍In just over 6 weeks @kayla.murt will fly to Abu Dhabi to represent ireland 🇮🇪 in the upcoming @immafed World Championships 🌍 As MMA is not yet a state funding sport all costs of flights , accommodation , registration and medicals fall on the athlete’s to self fund . Because of…
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They Started Where You Are Now 🇮🇪They Started Where You Are Now 🇮🇪 Every Team Ireland athlete who has stood on the world stage once took their first step by joining IMMAA and believing in the pathway. From national training sessions to European Championships and World Championships, our athletes have proven…
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Eyes on Abu Dhabi: Youth Team Ireland in Preparation 🇮🇪Eyes on Abu Dhabi: Youth Team Ireland in Preparation 🇮🇪 Our Youth Team Ireland athletes were back on the mats today with one clear focus: the IMMAF World Championship in Abu Dhabi. The countdown is on and the preparation is in full swing. Every drill, every round, and every…
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🇮🇪 From Amateur to World Champion: Danni McCormack🇮🇪 From Amateur to World Champion: Danni McCormack Danni McCormack started MMA at 25 years old. After just one year, she joined SBG Ireland in January 2016 and competed in her first MMA fight at the IMMAF Europeans in November 2016. After a busy start to 2017, Danni competed at…
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🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND – THE SEARCH CONTINUES 🇮🇪🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND – THE SEARCH CONTINUES 🇮🇪 Do you dream of representing Ireland on the international MMA stage? Join the IMMAA Team Ireland Head Coaches Liam Og and Kevin as the Junior & Senior Development Squad goes on tour in search of the next generation of Irish MMA talent…
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IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHTIMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT 🔥SBG Cork Developing Champions in Fighting & In Life This week we're proud to shine a spotlight on one of Ireland's most successful and respected martial arts academies — SBG Cork. Founded by Head Coach Liam Og Griffin and co-owner Marlene brother & sister…
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The pathway on display 📈The pathway on display 📈 IMMAF alumni George Staines 🏴 and Conor McCarthy 🇮🇪 face off at #CW207 this weekend! ⚔️ #AlumniWatch
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🇮🇪 The latest IMMAF Referee & Judges Course took place in Dublin, as the development of world-class MMA officiating continues across the globe.🇮🇪 The latest IMMAF Referee & Judges Course took place in Dublin, as the development of world-class MMA officiating continues across the globe. IMMAF official & tutor Stéphane Demonty stated: “I really have no words to express how grateful I am to have the opportunity to share…
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🇮🇪👊 Another Incredible IMMAF Referee & Judge Course Completed 👊🇮🇪🇮🇪👊 Another Incredible IMMAF Referee & Judge Course Completed 👊🇮🇪 What a fantastic weekend of learning, development and collaboration as IMMAA welcomed IMMAF Official Stephane Demonty to Ireland to deliver another outstanding IMMAF Referee & Judge Course. A huge thank you to…
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Referee & Judge Course Day 1 RecapReferee & Judge Course Day 1 Recap Title: Successful Day One: IMMAF Referee & Judge Course We are delighted to report that the first day of our IMMAF Referee & Judge Course was a resounding success. A massive thank you to Stephane Demonty for joining us and sharing his…
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The Countdown is On: 1 Day To Go!The Countdown is On: 1 Day To Go! We are just 24 hours away from our Referee & Judge Course. This is your final chance to step up and be part of the action from a whole new perspective. Whether you are looking to deepen your technical knowledge, develop your professional…
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👊🇮🇪 IMMAF REFEREE & JUDGE COURSE – THIS WEEKEND 🇮🇪👊👊🇮🇪 IMMAF REFEREE & JUDGE COURSE – THIS WEEKEND 🇮🇪👊 This course is an incredible opportunity for coaches, athletes and anyone interested in learning more about IMMAF rules, scoring and officiating. Whether you want to: ✅ Improve your understanding of Fight IQ ✅ Better prepare…
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The IMMAF Referee & Judge Programme continues to develop officials across the globe, helping raise standards and shape the future of amateur MMA.The IMMAF Referee & Judge Programme continues to develop officials across the globe, helping raise standards and shape the future of amateur MMA. Now it's Ireland's turn. Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, club official, or someone passionate about the sport, this course…
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FROM TOKYO TO BELGIUM... NOW IRELAND 🇮🇪FROM TOKYO TO BELGIUM... NOW IRELAND 🇮🇪 The IMMAF Officials Programme continues to grow across the world, helping to develop highly trained referees and judges who play a vital role in the future of amateur MMA. Now it's Ireland's turn. Whether you're a: ○Coach ○Athlete ○Parent…
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🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪 As part of our Road to Georgia campaign, we're proud to shine a spotlight on one of Team Ireland's standout athletes, Aidan Fegan of SBG Ireland HQ Training: 10.5 Years 🇮🇪 Team Ireland Representative 🥈IMMAF European Championships Medalist…
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**BENEFITS OF JOINING IMMAA****BENEFITS OF JOINING IMMAA** Why Garda Vetting Matters in Martial Arts Every parent deserves peace of mind when they walk their child into a martial arts club. Every coach deserves the trust of the families they work with. That's why Garda Vetting is an essential part of…
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💡The Future of MMA Officiating Starts Here.💡The Future of MMA Officiating Starts Here. We're getting excited for the upcoming IMMAF Referee & Judging Course in Ireland. With Belgium recently completing this fantastic course and continuing to develop its officials and standards, it's now Ireland's turn to take the next…
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🇬🇪🔥 OFFICIAL: The Road to Georgia is Set! 🔥🇮🇪🇬🇪🔥 OFFICIAL: The Road to Georgia is Set! 🔥🇮🇪 The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 IMMAF World Championships will officially take place in the historic city of Tbilisi, Georgia! 🗓️ Save the Dates: 1-7 November This is the moment our athletes have been…
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🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪 "Once Team Ireland. Always Team Ireland " As part of our Road to Georgia campaign, we're catching up with former Team Ireland athletes to hear what representing Ireland on the IMMAF stage meant to them. This week we feature Alexander…
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✨️IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT✨️✨️IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT✨️ This week we are proud to feature Relentless Martial Arts from Mullingar. 📌 Mullingar 🖇 Established: 2016 🥋 Head Coaches: Alan & Danni McCormack Relentless Martial Arts offers: ✔️ MMA ✔️ BJJ ✔️ Wrestling ✔️ Muaythai ✔️ Strength Training What makes…
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🔉 COACHES — THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU TOO 🔉🔉 COACHES — THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU TOO 🔉 When we talk about developing better athletes… we also need to develop better understanding. The IMMAF Referees & Judges Course isn’t just for officials it is an incredible learning opportunity for coaches who want to give their athletes…
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🔉 IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT🔉🔉 IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT🔉 This week we are proud to shine a light on Team Evolve / Ryano Derry 🇮🇪🥋 📌 Unit 6, Orchard Business Park, Pennyburn Industrial Estate, Derry Established: 2007 MMA | BJJ | Wrestling | Striking | Strength Training. At Team Evolve / Ryano Derry, martial…
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Aaron McCormack is an Irish amateur mixed martial artist who competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions.Aaron McCormack is an Irish amateur mixed martial artist who competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. Representing the SBG Clonmel gym, he has become a known figure in the regional Irish MMA circuit through appearances in promotions like IÚR Fighting…
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AJ Whitehouse is a rising Irish bantamweight mixed martial artist training out of the prestigious SBG Cork under the guidance of head coach Liam-Og Griffin.AJ Whitehouse is a rising Irish bantamweight mixed martial artist training out of the prestigious SBG Cork under the guidance of head coach Liam-Og Griffin. Hailing from the Knocknaheeny area of Cork, Whitehouse is looking to established himself as one of the most promising…
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Abdul-Malik Zubayraev is a rising amateur mixed martial artist representing SBG Ireland.Abdul-Malik Zubayraev is a rising amateur mixed martial artist representing SBG Ireland. Originally from Russia, he currently fights out of Dublin, where he has established himself as a prominent prospect in the European amateur circuit, particularly within the Middleweight and…
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Paul Keane is an amateur MMA fighter from Ireland who currently competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions.Paul Keane is an amateur MMA fighter from Ireland who currently competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. He fights out of Conriocht MMA (formerly associated with K-FIT Fitness Dojo) and is a frequent competitor on the Irish and UK regional circuits. Keane…
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Kevin Walsh is an Irish amateur MMA fighter from Clonmel, Tipperary, who competes in the flyweight division.Kevin Walsh is an Irish amateur MMA fighter from Clonmel, Tipperary, who competes in the flyweight division. He is currently ranked as a top flyweight in the European Balkans and the UK & Ireland regions. Walsh trains out of SBG Clonmel under head coach Colin Meagher. He is…
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IMMAF Referees & Judges Course – Dublin 🇮🇪IMMAF Referees & Judges Course – Dublin 🇮🇪 The IMMAA, in partnership with IMMAF, is proud to host an official Referees & Judges Course in Dublin on June 13th–14th. This internationally recognised course is designed for coaches, athletes, and individuals who want to develop a…
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@walshmma57 interview@walshmma57 interview Kevin is an amateur fighter from SBG Clonmel he's fighting at @elitefightingchampionship_cork for the flyweight title, he's completed for titles before and medaled at European and world immaf competitions. He's an upcoming talent coming from Tipperary keep…
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Two Time World IMMAF Champion Amy Scully! IN DEPTH | EPISODE 36 | AMY SCULLYTwo Time World IMMAF Champion Amy Scully! IN DEPTH | EPISODE 36 | AMY SCULLY
