John (BA Phys Ed, Msc PPM) is an experienced Coordinator  working in the Local Sports Partnership network since 2001. John has vast experience working with both statutory and non-statutory stakeholders, at board and individual level. He has expertise in policy development, conflict, influencing and negotiation skills. He holds an advanced diploma in personal and executive coaching and a Professional Certificate in Governance. John is married with three children and his hobbies include sailing, caving, cycling and kayaking.

Catherine joined Clare Sports Partnership as Administrator in March 2002.With growing staff numbers and increased budgets her role has evolved through her years with the partnership, she now manages the finances and governance for the company. Catherine received a distinction in 2020 having completed a year long course in Managing people through Accelerate, Sport Ireland’s sector specific Management Development Programme with qualifications in Office Administration and a Teaching Diploma in IT having worked in varying sectors, she brings extensive experience to her role.Not ever having had much involement in sport in her past,Catherine now credits the Sports Partnership for her love of walking,hiking and running after participationg in Clare Sports Partnership Meet & Train initiatives.

Pat Joined our team in 2019. He holds a Degree in Recreation and Sports Management from Waterford IT. He is responsible for our Community Sports Hub and Women in Sport Programmes. He has a passion for Rugby, Gaelic Games and Cycling. He captained WIT to two Trench Cup finals in 2014 & 2015.

Jess joined our team in 2020. She earned a Masters in Sports Coaching from UCD in 2018. Her research focused on transformational leadership and adolescent dropout from sport. She is responsible for New Communities/Ethnic Minorities and Club Development. Jess has coached rowing for over a decade at all levels in Ireland and abroad. She has been recently Head Coach of the Shannon Dragons – dragonboating club. Previously she has worked in community development and outdoor education. She has represented Ireland in both rowing and coaching and she has captained Parteen Ladies Football team. Her current passion is mountain biking among other outdoor pursuits.