About Us

Turning Knowledge Into Action

Bringing expertise in performance, education, and development directly to sporting communities worldwide.

Who We Are

Setanta 360 exists to turn knowledge into action. Born from Setanta College, we bring world-class expertise in performance, education, and club development directly into sporting communities. By combining academic excellence with hands-on delivery, we help athletes, coaches, and organisations build sustainable systems that drive success now and into the future.

30+

Years of Experience

1000+

Athletes Supported

Excellence

Driven

Our Mission

Mission in Action

“To deliver industry-defining education, application and insight to communities at a local and global level.”

The Setanta Mission

Putting Knowledge Into Practice

Setanta 360 represents the application of that mission — putting knowledge into practice within clubs, schools, and organisations. Through hands-on delivery, mentoring, and tailored solutions, we bring Setanta’s academic and research excellence directly into real-world sporting environments.

Academic Excellence

Research-backed methodologies and evidence-based practices.

Practical Application

Real-world delivery in sporting communities

Sustainable Impact

Building systems that create lasting positive change.

Our Team

Meet Our Expert Team

Our diverse team brings together decades of experience in sports science, coaching, and performance analysis to deliver world-class solutions.

Dr Micheál Cahill

Chief Operations Officer

Sports Physiology

Performance Analysis

Dr Micheál Cahill is Chief Operations Officer with Setanta and is currently Head Coach with Limerick Senior Footballers. Previously Head S&C with Clare Senior Footballers following a long period in the US, Micheál's experience also includes various roles in sports medicine, performance and research. He obtained his PhD at Auckland University of Technology focusing on speed development in young athletes.

Areas of Expertise

Sports Physiology

Performance Analysis

Research Methodology

Elite Athlete Development

Rob Mulcahy

Head of Athletic Development

Strength & Conditioning

Injury Prevention

Rob is Head of Athletic Development with Setanta and his extensive background includes roles such as Head of Performance at Clare GAA, while he has also worked with professional, amateur and Olympic athletes across a range of individual and team sports, including inter-county GAA, AIL Rugby, Rowing and Swimming. Rob is currently completing a PhD in Talent Ddentification and Development in Youth Academy Settings.

Areas of Expertise

Strength & Conditioning

Injury Prevention

Team Sport Periodization

Coach Mentoring

PJ Wilson

Academic Director

Youth Development

LTAD Principles

PJ Wilson is Academic Director at Setanta. Previously PJ worked as the Head of Strength & Conditioning at Bath Rugby, Cardiff City FC and was the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the senior Munster Rugby team.

PJ is also completing his PhD in High-Performance Support Staff Decision-Making.

Areas of Expertise

Youth Development

LTAD Principles

Sports Psychology

Talent Identification

Dr David Drake

Head of Education

Performance Analysis

Data Visualization

Dr David Drake is a programme leader in professional sports organisations, contributing to rugby, Olympic sports, and Gaelic Games with teams including Ulster Rugby and Worcester. He also holds a PhD in Neuromuscular Physiology. David's approach is to blend scientific principles with coaching art for performance excellence.

Areas of Expertise

Performance Analysis

Data Visualization

Video Analysis

Statistical Modeling

Éanna Shalvey

Lead Athletic Development Co-Ordinator

Youth Development

LTAD Principles

Éanna Shalvey is Lead Athletic Development Co-ordinator with Setanta and Head of Strength & Conditioning with the Offaly Senior Footballers
He has previously held roles with the Cork and Galway Senior Hurlers, Tipperary and Galway Academies, as well as a range of clubs across Galway, Cork, Roscommon, and Limerick at both adult and underage levels.
Éanna is currently studying for an MSc in Performance Coaching.

Areas of Expertise

Youth Development

LTAD Principles

Sports Psychology

Talent Identification

Dylan Kenny

Lead Athletic Development Coach

Performance Analysis

Data Visualization

Dylan Kenny is Lead Athletic Development Coach with Setanta and Head of Strength & Conditioning with the Limerick Senior Footballers.
He has previously worked with the Clare Senior Footballers and the Clare Academy.
Dylan holds a Master’s in Performance Coaching.

Areas of Expertise

Performance Analysis

Data Visualization

Video Analysis

Statistical Modeling

Tommy Walsh

Lead Athletic Development Coach

Youth Development

LTAD Principles

Tommy Walsh is an Athletic Development Coach with Setanta 360 and Lead Athletic Development Coach with Longford GAA. He also works with Clonduff GAC, supporting both senior footballers and underage player development. Tommy has previously worked with a range of clubs in Cavan across underage and senior levels.

Areas of Expertise

Youth Development

LTAD Principles

Sports Psychology

Talent Identification

Global

Reputation

Our Foundation

The Setanta Connection

Powered by the global expertise of Setanta College, Setanta 360 transforms world-class education and research into practical, real-world impact. This connection ensures that our approach is grounded in evidence, delivered by trusted professionals, and designed to create lasting value for clubs, coaches, and athletes.

Education-Driven Expertise

Grounded in Setanta College’s globally recognised education programmes, delivering evidence-based support and practical solutions.

Proven Expertise

Trusted by professionals worldwide for delivering results that matter

Global Network

Connected to a worldwide community of sports scientists, coaches, and practitioners.

Our Values

What Drives Us Forward

Educate

Education is the foundation of what we do. We prioritise the education of coaches within the organisation and community with guidance on best practices.

Empower

We support coaches and volunteers with the tools they need to implement and enhance approaches within the organisation.

Sustain

Our approach focuses on building a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that can be passed down through generations of coaches and volunteers.

Ready to Get Started?

Interested in working with Setanta 360?

Whether you’re a club, school, academy, or national organisation, Setanta 360 is here to help you build lasting success. Our team brings world-class expertise in athletic development, education, and club sustainability — tailored to meet your unique needs.