The relevance of anti-doping has increased in recent years alongside the accelerated speed at which professional sports has grown. Hockey is no exception and the importance of a clean sport has never been more crucial to the integrity and success of the sport.
Hockey players at every level should be aware of the risks of taking banned substances, whether it be accidentally, intentionally or on a recreational basis.
Hockey Ireland’s Anti-Doping program operates under Sport Ireland and FIH Regulations.
Link to Sport Ireland’s Anti-Doping Section
Link to FIH’s Anti-Doping Section
Medication that is purchased in the Republic of Ireland can be checked at medcheck.sportireland.ie
Any medication that is purchased else where can be checked at https://www.globaldro.com/Home
If you have any questions about medication or supplements please contact NADO dwyne.hill@irelandhockey.sportlomo.com