Edward Slattery

Edward Slattery is an experienced sports performance professional currently serving as the Head of Athletic Performance for the Women's Pathway and National Team at the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) since June 2015. In this role, Edward leads athletic performance for the Women's XV and Sevens Rugby and acts as the Lead Athletic Performance Coach for the Men's Sevens Rugby program, preparing teams for significant competitions such as the World Rugby Sevens World Series and the Tokyo Olympic Games. Previously, Edward held the position of Head of Strength and Conditioning at Ballyboden St. Enda's GAA, where notable achievements include multiple championship finals and titles. Edward's earlier roles include coaching at various rugby clubs and secondary schools, alongside a graduate position at the Sports Surgery Clinic. Education credentials include a Master's degree in Strength and Conditioning from St Mary’s University and a Bachelor's degree in Sports Strength and Conditioning from Limerick Institute of Technology.