"THE FIELD SPORT PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST”
Elite-level strength & conditioning for GAA and Soccer athletes - proven from club to county, grassroots to League of Ireland.
📍 PROVEN TRACK RECORD
✓ 30+ Years Elite Coaching Experience
✓ 2× All-Ireland Finals - Galway Senior Hurling
✓ All-Ireland Finals - Galway Camogie
✓ All Ireland Finals - Galway Minor Ladies Football (Current)
✓ League of Ireland Premier Division - Sligo Rovers FC (Current)
✓ European Championship Qualifications - Multiple Athletes
✓ 2× Masters Degrees: Strength & Conditioning + Advanced Sports Performance
✓ Level 2 Tutor Trainer Sport Ireland
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WE SPECIALIZE IN:
🏐 GAA - Hurling, Football, Camogie (Club to County)
⚽ Soccer - Grassroots to League of Ireland
👥 Teams & Clubs - Professional analysis & programming
👦 Youth Athletes (12-18) - Multi-sport development
📊 Performance Testing - Ireland's most advanced X Lab
SERVING: Galway • Sligo • Mayo • Roscommon • Clare
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TEAMS / clubs
Partner with experienced performance professionals to elevate your club and squad's physical development. We deliver comprehensive testing, expert analysis, and evidence-based programming tailored to your club.
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ATHLETES
"Unlock your athletic potential with elite training programs & professional testing that gets results."
FROM CLUB TO COUNTY - ALL LEVELS WELCOME
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youth
"Nurture your child's potential with age-appropriate programs and testing designed for growth and enjoyment."
BUILDING TOMORROW'S CHAMPIONS TODAY
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X LAB
Ireland's Field Sport Performance Laboratory
WHAT GETS MEASURED - GETS RESULTS
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PERFORMANCE NUTRITION
Whether you're chasing podiums or pursuing healthier living, our performance nutrition services provide the expert guidance and practical strategies to achieve your goals.
YOU CANT OUT TRAIN A POOR DIET
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"Tom has been a integral part of my backroom team. He raises the standard."
John Russell
Professional Football Manager
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"With Tom's S&C development our players made the county panel."
Tim Rabbitt
Gaelic Football Manager
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"While playing & management i have relied on Toms expert guidance and advice."
David Collins
All Star Hurler
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"Tom was instrumental in helping me qualify for Europeans. No 1 Pro."
Molly Nightingale
European Gymnast
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“ Tom helped me improve my strength & power so i peaked at the right times."
Cathriona Farrell
National High Jump
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"Tom's been an exceptional influence on my athletic development on the pitch."
Nando Pijnaker
Professional Soccer Player
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"With Tom's help i set up my Health & Performance Business. A Leader in S&C."
Alana Roddy
S&C Coach, Business Owner
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"Tom's tips and attention to detail has helped me improve my sprint athletes."
Shauna Carlin
Head Sprint Coach
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"Tom's carried out a few exceptional workshops for us. Professional in his feild."
Kate Frehill
Sligo Sports Partnership
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"I've learnt so much from Tom. Incredible experience & knowledge in S&C."
Robert Hession
Olympic Lifter / Athletic Therapist
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"Tom is the go to person for S&C. Experience coach with a track record of results."
Tracy Moran
Athletics Coach
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The Secrets to Becoming a Champion: Insights from Sports Academy X
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Unlock your Athletic Potential: How Sports Academy X can help
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From Beginner to Pro: The Journey at Sports Academy X
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Building Strength & Power: Our Key Ingredient at Sports Academy X
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Training and Developing Young Athletes: Our Professional Approach at Sports Academy X
“There is nothing impossible to
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