Irene Hehir Named Academy Head at Treaty United | Ireland News

Treaty United FC has made a major move by appointing Irene Hehir as Head of Academy Coaching — a role that puts her at the helm of youth development across all academy teams. With a stellar background as a player, coach, and educator, including recent work with the Senior Women’s team and previous stints coaching WU17s and managing WU19s, Irene brings deep local ties and proven expertise. Funded through the League of Ireland Academy Investment Programme with backing from Sport Ireland and the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport, this appointment signals a serious commitment to nurturing Ireland’s next generation of talent. A former Irish U20 international who earned a bronze medal at a World Cup, Irene began coaching at just 16 and has since worked with national programs and even the Irish Women’s Cerebral Palsy team. Holding a UEFA Elite A Licence and a degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, she offers a holistic approach to player development — blending technical coaching with mental well-being to build a strong, sustainable academy culture. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/494a576075999487