Pierce O'Callaghan has been confirmed as an IAAF Race Walking Judge Level III for the period 2007 to 2010. The nominations, arising from the results of a course/examination in Paris in October, were confirmed last weekend at a Council meeting of the IAAF in Monaco. The group of 30 Level III judges will have responsibility for all the major walking events including the world championships and Olympic Games during the period 2007-2010. The nomination of people to the particular assignments will be made shortly by the IAAF. Athletics Ireland wishes to congratulate Pierce on this prestigious appointment.Pierce currently holds the position of Communication Manager for the European Athletic Association