Sam Gilbert celebrates with Matthew Devine after he scores a try during the URC match against Edinburgh at Hive Stadium. (Photo by Mark Scates/Sportsfile)

Rugby

Connacht’s growing confidence faces its toughest test

Thu, May 28, 2026

Connacht, having bagged the valuable eighth URC spot with a commanding 26-5 win over Edinburgh, are now hunting down a win against another Scottish outfit in their bid to progress in Europe on Friday at 7.45pm at Scotstoun Stadium.

Ciarán Leen in action against Micheal Ahern during the Fulfil Leinster GAA U20 Hurling Championship final at Laois Hire O'Moore Park. (Photo by Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile)

GAA

THE FULL FORWARD: Galway chasing long-awaited U-20 breakthrough

Thu, May 28, 2026

It’s been 15 years since Galway last claimed an U-21 (now U-20) All-Ireland hurling crown — a drought that has long stuck in the craw of hurling aficionados throughout the county.

Match-winner. Costello celebrates scoring the winning goal against Peamount United at Eamonn Deacy Park. (Photo: Stephen Naughton)

Soccer

Aoibheann Costello – Seeing it, believing it, being it

Thu, May 28, 2026

Aoibheann Costello has seen it all. Progressing through the ranks in the grassroots system, a transition to a new footballing club identity, All-Island Cup victories, and leading her teammates out at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Orlaith Mannion of South Galway AC, celebrates after winning the women's u20 60m Hurdles final during the 123.ie National Indoor U20 & U23 Championships at TUS in Athlone, Westmeath. (Photo by Tyler Miller/Sportsfile)

Athletics

Athletics roundup: Galway contingent to take part in national Schools Track and Field competition

Thu, May 28, 2026

This weekend features one of the highlights of the athletics calendar, as the Irish Schools Track and Field Championships takes place on Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 in Tullamore.

Karen Smyth of University of Galway Mystics pictured receiving the Social Media Club of the Year award at the 2026 Basketball Ireland Annual Awards at the Osprey Hotel, Naas, presented by Digital Media Manager for Basketball Ireland Robbie Fahy. (Credit: ©INPHO/Tom Maher)

Other

Local basketball team awarded Social Media Club of the Year

Thu, May 28, 2026

University of Galway Mystics have been awarded Social Media Club of the Year by Basketball Ireland, recognising the club’s outstanding digital presence throughout the season.

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