The Championships
The Association’s Championship system is organized to progress methodically from school level to international level. A school enters teams or individuals for its District Championships. From there they may qualify, according to the relevant rules of competition, to compete in the Ulster Championships. From there they may further qualify to compete in the Irish Schools’ Championships.
In Track and Field competition, an Ulster team is then selected to compete in the Inter Provincial competition, which is held at the end of June. In all these competitions, schools are responsible for presenting their athletes at the set venue at the set time.
For international competitions Irish teams are selected by the I.S.A.A. with a selection committee comprising representatives of all four Provinces.
So that this whole system can progress methodically, schools and staff are asked to co-operate as thoroughly as possible, especially in matters of safety. The organisers should make sure that all competitors and officials are aware of the rules of competition and various safety factors. Spectators should also be briefed on safety. It should be emphasized that athletes when not competing and judges when not officiating are spectators.
Entry to Championships; Entry to the championships can only be made through the schools. Entry forms will be circulated to all registered schools along with any additional information by the District Honorary Secretary. Schools which did not register at its District AGM can request forms and will be allowed to make entries upon payment of the stipulated affiliation and entry fees.
Details about the age groups, the events and the rules and regulations can be found under the section for competition.