In recognition of the University of Limerick’s unique contribution to sport regionally, nationally and internationally the University launched its Sports Hall of Fame in 2013 as part of the UL40 celebrations. The Hall of Fame serves as a permanent tribute to and recognition of the many outstanding sporting achievements of past and present members of the Campus Community for excellence in achievement and/or service to sport. A total of 34 individuals have been honoured since that inaugural year of the Hall of Fame.

Inductees:

These individuals will forever be remembered for their achievements, their commitment to excellence and the inspiration they provide to our next generations of athletes. They have reached the pinnacle of their sporting careers and have earned our highest esteem and gratitude for their contribution to UL Sport.

On Saturday 28th September, 2013 sixteen athletes have been chosen from the four decades of sporting excellence to be the inaugural inductees in our Sports Hall of Fame.  Dr Sarah-jane Belton (Rugby) , Ms Eimear Cregan (Hockey), Mr Jimmy Deenihan (Gaelic Football), Mr Gerard Hartmann (Triathlon), Dr Liam Hennessy (Athletics), Dr Eddie Keher (Hurling), Mr Séan McMahon (Hurling), Ms Sinéad Millea (Camogie), Mr Brian Mullins (Gaelic Football), Mr Séan O Grady (Paralympic Athletics), Mr Eddie O Sullivan (Rugby), Ms Ciara Peelo (Sailing), Mr Ray Silke (Gaelic Football), Mr Pat Spillane (Gaelic Football), Ms Carmel Vekins (Kayak & Canoe Polo), Mr Tony Ward (Rugby).

On Saturday August 22nd 2015 , a further seven outstanding sportspeople were inducted into the UL Sports Hall of Fame. The individuals honoured this year include: Ms Ruth Algar (Athletics), Ms Fiona Coughlan (Rugby), Mr Brian Lohan (Hurling), Mr Sean McGrath (Paralympian), Mr Liam O’Brien (Athletics), Ms Fiona O’Driscoll (Camogie/Gaelic Football), & Mr Keith Wood (Rugby).

On Saturday September 22nd 2018, The next eight outstanding Sportspeople were inducted into the UL Sports Hall of Fame. The individuals honoured this year include: Mr Martin Comerford (Hurling), Mr Tom Comyns (Athletics), Ms Rosie Foley (Rugby), Ms Anna Geary (Camogie), Ms Valerie Mulcahy (Gaelic Football), Mr Paul O Connell (Rugby), Mr Gary Ryan (Athletics), Ms Rosemary Ryan (Athletics).

On Friday Nov 3rd 2023, The next three outstanding inductees into the UL Sports Hall of Fame. The individuals honoured this year include: Mrs Lynne Cantwell (Rugby), Mr Dave Mahedy (Director, Sport & Recreation 1991 – 2019), Dr Larry McCarthy (GAA).