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WADA Publishes 2026 Prohibited List
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published the 2026 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List), which was approved by WADA’s Executive Committee (ExCo) during its meeting and enters into force on 1 January 2026.
Ant-Doping Seminar
SBI are pleased to advise all players and and parents attending the developement day on the 28th December of some important information. SBI will hold an Education Session on Ant-Doping as part of the programme of activities on the day.
Anti-Doping Links
In line with sport Ireland guidelines and the anti-doping protocols for the SBI, We wish to inform all players of important links to more information on Anti-Doping.
Anti-doping Testing
In line with sport Ireland guidelines and the anti-doping protocols for the SBI, we will be conducting a standard drug test in all amateur tour events. This will be a randomised test conducted by the TD and anti-doping appointed officer for the tournament.
Anti-doping Testing at SBI tournaments
In line with sport Ireland guidelines and the anti-doping protocols for the SBI, we will be conducting a standard drug test in all amateur tour events, starting with the Amateur tour event 4. This will be a randomised test conducted by the TD and anti-doping appointed officer for the tournament. All testing will be done confidentially and results will be given within 5 minutes of a test. All participants who enter these events are automatically agreeing to testing by entering the tournament.
Sport Ireland Anti-Doping E Learning
At a recent board meeting SBI has agreed the following.
WADA Play True day
Since 2014, WADA has invited athletes, National and Regional Anti-Doping Organizations, Sports Federations, Governments, Major Event Organizers and all other anti-doping stakeholders worldwide to join the Agency’s social media campaign to celebrate ‘Play True Day’ — a day that is traditionally dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of Clean Sport among athletes, the public and others.
Anti-Doping Notice for Members
Snooker & Billiards Ireland would like to remind all our members that Anti-Doping Testing can be carried out at any SBI event throughout the season.
2023 Prohibited List – Anti Doping
Please see the below update regarding the 2023 Prohibited List, As you may be aware, WADA published the 2023 Prohibited List at the end of Sept. Please find attached the 2023 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, Summary of Major Modifications and Explanatory Notes and the 2023 Monitoring Programme.
Anti-Doping Digital Wallet Card 2022
I am delighted to announce that we are now launching the NEW Anti-Doping Digital Wallet Card for 2022
Sport Ireland – Anti-Doping Review
Sport Ireland today published its Anti-Doping Review for 2020. The review provides comprehensive details of the activities of the Irish Anti-Doping Programme throughout the year. Despite the restrictions in place due to Covid-19, 1,045 tests were carried out across 27 different sports as part of the testing programme. In-competition samples accounted for only 17%, with out-of-competition samples making up 83% of the national testing programme.
2021 World Anti-Doping Code
Dear SBI member please note, Sport Ireland has reviewed the Irish Anti-Doping Rules to ensure compliance with the 2021 World Anti-Doping Code. Please find attached the following documents: