Students are introduced to the sports of badminton, tennis, hockey, indoor soccer, volleyball, basketball, GAA and table tennis.
The name Presentation Castleisland has long been synonymous with basketball. With a proud and successful tradition in the sport, the school currently holds an impressive 27 All-Ireland basketball titles, reflecting the talent, commitment and dedication of generations of students.
Basketball continues to play a major role in school life through the Presentation Castleisland Basketball Academy. The Academy provides students with opportunities to develop their skills, fitness, teamwork and understanding of the game through regular coaching and training. Students are encouraged to develop both on and off the court, with an emphasis on commitment, leadership and representing the school with pride.
Teams compete across a range of age groups in regional, league, cup and All-Ireland Schools competitions. Training takes place throughout the week, during lunchtimes and after school in St. John’s Hall, ensuring basketball remains an important and vibrant part of school life at Presentation Castleisland.
There is a strong tradition of ladies football in the school and our school football teams compete at First year, Junior and Senior level. We have strong links with Castleisland Desmonds club and training takes place after school in the Desmonds pitch.
In 2019 Camogie was introduced under the stewardship of Kerry Development officer Laura Collins. Among the oldest and fastest field games in the world Camogie skills were developed and practiced during regular training sessions at Castleisland Desmonds pitch.
September 2026 sees the introduction of a new Self-Defence Club at Presentation Castleisland. The club is open to all students and aims to provide a safe, enjoyable, and structured environment where participants can develop practical self-defence skills while improving confidence, fitness, and resilience. The club is led by an experienced coach and is based on the principles and techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), one of the world’s fastest-growing martial arts.
The lunchtime club provides an introduction to self-defence and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fundamentals, including movement, escapes, control positions, and personal safety awareness.
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