Education
Knowledge is your first line of defence. Anti-doping education is available for athletes, coaches, parents, and support personnel at every level.
E-Learning Courses
Via WADA ADEL (Anti-Doping Education & Learning)
For Athletes
National Level Athletes Education Program
Mandatory for all competitive athletes.
RequiredRTP Athletes Course
For athletes in the Registered Testing Pool.
Refresher Course
Annual refresher for returning athletes.
Talented Athletes Program
For developing high-performance athletes.
Youth Athletes Program
Age-appropriate education for junior bowlers.
For Support Personnel
Coaches of High Performance Athletes
Anti-doping awareness for coaching staff.
Parents of High Performance Athletes
Supporting young athletes in clean sport.
Medical Professionals
TUE processes and prohibited list for medical staff.
What Happens in a Drug Test?
Understanding the testing process helps you know your rights and what to expect. Testing can occur in-competition or out-of-competition, with or without advance notice.
Notification
A Doping Control Officer (DCO) will notify you that you have been selected for testing. You must report to the Doping Control Station within the specified time.
Reporting
You may bring a representative with you. You will be asked to present photo ID and will remain under observation until providing a sample.
Sample Collection
You will select a sealed collection kit. For urine samples, you must provide a minimum of 90ml under direct observation. Blood samples are taken by trained personnel.
Sample Division
Your sample is split into A and B bottles. You will verify the seal numbers and sign the Doping Control Form.
Documentation
You will review and sign the Doping Control Form. You receive a copy for your records. Any irregularities should be noted on the form.
Analysis
Samples are sent to a WADA-accredited laboratory. You will be notified of results through your NGB or Sport Ireland.
Dried Blood Spot Testing
Introduced in 2023, Dried Blood Spot (DBS) testing complements existing urine and venous blood collection methods. The process involves collecting a few drops of blood from the fingertip or upper arm using specialised equipment.
For more information, contact antidoping@sportireland.ie.
Clean Sport Resources
World Anti-Doping Agency
Global anti-doping authority. Code, standards, and resources.
wada-ama.org open_in_newSport Ireland Anti-Doping
National anti-doping authority for Ireland. Testing, TUEs, and reporting.
sportireland.ie open_in_newMedcheck Ireland
Check if your medication contains prohibited substances.
medcheck.sportireland.ie open_in_newInformed Sport
Verify batch-tested supplements for prohibited substances.
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