Push for playoff places starts now for Maigh Cuilinn
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn return corribside this Saturday night for a pivotal home clash against Drogheda Wolves at the University of Galway Kingfisher.
The game marks the beginning of a vital three-game home stretch, with playoff seeding for the Basketball Ireland National League starting to take shape as the season nears the halfway point.
Read more ...Success for Galway athletes at National Cross Country Championships
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
The biggest event of the domestic athletics calendar, the National Senior, Junior and Even Age Juvenile Cross Country Championships was held in the scenic but testing surrounds of Castle Irvine, Enniskillen last Sunday,
Read more ...St Michael’s claim senior status edging out epic encounter with Caltra
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
Intermediate
After two drawn games and a bout of extra-time, St. Michael’s finally overcame the challenge of a dogged Caltra last Saturday in the intermediate county final.
High hopes for Galway Athletics in upcoming National Cross Country Championships
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
National Cross Country Championships
This weekend sees the blue riband event of the domestic calendar, the National Senior, Junior and Even Age Juvenile Cross Country Championships take place, this year in the superb surrounds of Castle Irvine, Enniskillen.
Away trip to Killarney the start of crucial period for Maigh Cuilinn’s promotion aspirations
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn faces a tough test this Saturday as they travel to Scotts Lakers Killarney, their sole road game before an intense three-game home stint leading up to Christmas that could be pivotal in shaping their playoff seeding.
Read more ...Galway GAA hero Noel Tierney passes away aged 82
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
Galway football legend Noel Tierney has died at the age of 82. Regarded as one of the finest full-backs to play the game, he was part of the renowned Galway team to win three All-Ireland championships in a row between 1964 and 1966.
Read more ...Maigh Cuilinn eye bounce-back win against Malahide after cup thriller
Thu, Nov 07, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn face a key challenge this Saturday as they look to regroup from a dramatic overtime loss in the National Cup and refocus on their league campaign, hosting Malahide at the University of Galway Sports Arena (7:30 pm tip-off).
The team will look to steady the ship after last weekend’s heartbreaking 97-95 defeat to the Portlaoise Panthers in a first-round Cup exit that underscored their fighting spirit but also laid bare defensive vulnerabilities.
Read more ...Wait for European football goes on for United after thrilling season
Thu, Oct 31, 2024
There was plenty to take from a fantastically fought Connacht Derby last Friday night. Unfortunately, the most tangible impact of a fantastic game of football was that the wait for European football in Galway will now go on for at least 35 years.
Read more ...12th Annual Galway Masters Basketball Tournament supports Galway’s Mountain Rescue Team
Thu, Oct 31, 2024
The Galway Masters Basketball Association is gearing up for another action-packed weekend as it prepares to host the 12th Galway Masters International Tournament. This year's tournament, which takes place from Friday November 1 to Sunday November 3, promises to be a spectacle of sportsmanship, competition, and giving back to the community.
Read more ...Gold for Galway fighters at World Championships
Thu, Oct 31, 2024
Black Dragon Kickboxers Evelyn Coffey from Rahoon and Corey O’Malley from College Road won gold at the recent Unified World Championships in Tuscany.
Read more ...Maigh Cuilinn set for National Cup showdown in Leitir Móir against undefeated Portlaoise Panthers
Thu, Oct 31, 2024
Connemara basketball fans are in for a treat this weekend as Maigh Cuilinn prepares to host their opening National Cup game in Spórtlann Mhichael Mhóir, Leitir Móir, against the formidable Portlaoise Panthers. Tip-off is set for this Saturday at 7pm.
Read more ...Mack should be back to help slay Dragons
Thu, Oct 24, 2024
Connacht are on “red alert” for the upcoming visit of the Dragons to Dexcom Stadium on Saturday evening (7.35pm).
Read more ...Dexcom Stadium - a beacon for rugby and regional development
Thu, Oct 24, 2024
The construction of the new Dexcom Stadium is at the heart of Connacht Rugby’s new five-year plan.
Read more ...Galway Athletics weekly roundup
Thu, Oct 24, 2024
University of Galway Athletics Club achieved an historic overall team win at the IUAA Intervarsity Cross Country Championships, held at the UCC Sports Grounds in Cork on Saturday last.
Read more ...Anticipation building ahead of defining weekend for Galway club football
Thu, Oct 24, 2024
A big weekend in Galway club football kicks off on Saturday with the two intermediate semi-finals and concludes with the eagerly anticipated senior championship final on Sunday.
Read more ...Derby day still could prove pivotal for Tribesmen
Thu, Oct 24, 2024
It might not have the billing some would have hoped for, even up to a week ago, but there is plenty of spice surrounding the Connacht Derby tomorrow night.
Read more ...University of Galway hosting the U20 Conroy Cup InterVarsities
Thu, Oct 24, 2024
University of Galway is hosting the Under 20 Conroy Cup InterVarsities in Dangan on Saturday, October 26 from 12 noon to 5pm.
The competition is split into two groups: Conroy and Coughlan/Kelly Freshers. The competition is blitz format. Each team in their respective groups will play each other once in a ten-minute-a-half game. Two pitches will be used simultaneously - Pitch A is beside the river, and Pitch B is beside the pavilion.
Read more ...Connacht need to ‘fire shots’ against Leinster
Thu, Oct 17, 2024
Always one of the most highly anticipated contests, it is Connacht v Leinster on Saturday night when Leo Cullen’s side, traditionally packed with internationals, arrives in Galway for the third seasonal interprovincial clash which takes place at Dexcom Stadium (7.35pm).
Read more ...No margin for error in United’s European quest
Thu, Oct 17, 2024
John Caulfield makes all the right noises in advance of a massive match tomorrow night. He provides perspective on the occasion, is realistic about his side’s journey, complimentary about his opponents and the United support this season.
Read more ...Old foes to cross paths again in semi-finals this weekend
Thu, Oct 17, 2024
Old foes will cross paths once again when the Galway senior hurling championship semi-finals throw-in at Kenny Park, Athenry on Sunday afternoon, with St. Thomas’ now the clear favourites to stretch their county title winning run to an unprecedented seven-in-a-row.
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