Elwood says ‘ time is right’ to step aside

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

After 25 years of “living and breathing” Connacht Rugby, coach Eric Elwood has said it is time for a change.

Connacht head to Belfast after emphatic win

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

Ravenhill has rarely been a happy hunting ground for Connacht Rugby - their last victory was in 1960 - and Connacht head to Belfast for tomorrow evening’s fixture on the back of Eric Elwood’s decision to step down at the end of the season.

Connacht could be forgiven for being a little unsettled, but they will find an unbeaten Ulster side, in their first home match since Nevin Spence’s tragic death, in uncompromising form.

Galway hurlers taken out by Kilkenny juggernaut

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

After Mayo were beaten by Donegal in this year's All-Ireland football final, many Galwegians were able and quick to point out that it was Mayo's sixth All-Ireland final defeat since 1989. Six finals, (and one draw), and yet no victory.

Proud Cunningham sees positive signs for future

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

The latter stages of the second half of the All-Ireland final must have been torturous for Anthony Cunningham. But he did not let his inner turmoil betray him, battling through the pain alongside his players.

‘We win together, and lose together’. That is the mantra of a real fellowship and, even in his initial analysis of the game, Cunningham spoke with rationality and pride. “We had very see-saw first half, but the boys fought back tremendously. We’re very proud of them. This team is on an upward curve, and the signs look extremely good for them.”

Moycullen youngsters now face league finalists in second test

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

A stern test awaits Moycullen's youthful Superleague side this weekend as they travel to Dublin to face last season's league finalists, DCU Saints.

Buckley grabs a hat-trick

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

Corinthians put down a strong marker in their opening All Ireland League division 2a fixture with a comprehensive 33-15 victory over Del La Salle Palmerston at Cloonacauneen Park on Saturday.

Wegians must convert chances against Bective

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

Galwegians suffered a disappointing start to their Ulster Bank League division 2 campaign, losing to hosts Terenure by 19 - 8 in Dublin on Saturday.

Galway’s League of Ireland future

Thu, Oct 04, 2012

This afternoon will mark an important day for the future of senior football in Galway.

Connacht hopeful of Parks making his first start

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Connacht are still waiting final fitness testing on new signing Dan Parks ahead of tomorrow evening’s first interprovincial fixture of the season.

Heineken Cup champions Leinster travel to the Sportsground and it is hoped the former Scottish international will be fit enough to play, if not as the selected No 10, but as a replacement.

Mervue keen to continue stylish win when Wexford visit

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Things can change quickly in the Airtricity League of Ireland first division and Mervue United will be hoping to record another victory when Wexford Youths visit Fahy's Field tomorrow night.

Mayo go down fighting, but it’s not enough

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

It was not to be once again for Mayo.
On Sunday they travelled in their thousands to Croke Park and left disappointed once again. Six times since 1989 Mayo supporters have made that trip to Dublin 3 for the showpiece occasion in the football season and six times they have returned empty handed.

On Sunday they travelled in their thousands to Croke Park and left disappointed once again. Six times since 1989 Mayo supporters have made that trip to Dublin 3 for the showpiece occasion in the football season and six times they have returned empty handed.

Rathun/An Chaislean Nua retain city league crown

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Rathun/An Chaislean Nua retained their Bus Eireann City League title on Sunday morning in Tonabrucky after a well-earned 2-17 to 2-13 win over Castlegar.

Three titles for Galway fighters

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

The Galway Black Dragon Club lifted three national titles at a high-octaine "Fist Of Fury" kickboxing and K-1 event on Saturday evening.

No luck for Galway golf clubs

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Gort, Athenry and Galway golf clubs all suffered agonising defeats at the Chartis Europe Cups and Shields in Kinsale last week.

Playing in the Pierce Purcell Shield, Gort were looking for their second green pennant in this event, having won the shield in 2003 at Lisburn. Having navigated their way past Ulster champions Foyle, they set up a final showdown with Limerick side Newcastle West who had hammered the Royal Dublin club at the semi-final stage.

Schools meet tomorrow in Walter Burke Memorial

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Traditional city rivals St Mary's and St Joseph's colleges compete for the Walter Burke Memorial Cup tomorrow in St Mary's at 1.30pm.

This is the second staging of the match which the Bish won last year on a 3-2 scoreline. Walter Burke had retired in late 2009 after a career spanning 40 years during which he was instrumental in introducing and developing soccer in Mary's. Sadly, Walter passed away Christmas 2010, following a short illness.

Devon girls qualify for finals

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Salthill Devon girls have qualified for the finals of Irish u-12 National Blitz.

New coach and US star boost Moycullen’s new season hopes

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Moycullen’s return to action in Irish basketball’s top league this weekend when they host perennial powerhouse UCC Demons at NUI Galway on Saturday at 3.45pm.

Corinthians prevail in first local derby

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Corinthians have claimed the first bragging rights over local rivals Galwegians with a 20-18 Connacht Senior Lleague win in Cloonacauneen on Saturday.

Galwegians, needing a win to win retain the title, will now play Sligo, who surprised Buccaneers with a 37 - 22 victory, in a title play-off.

Indoor soccer classes resume

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

Power Soccer School of Excellence indoor classes for kids are back for the autumn.

Galway must believe to achieve

Thu, Sep 27, 2012

"Commit. Focus. Believe. Achieve " - the recipe for Donegal’s All Ireland success, according to manager Jim McGuinness. In three days time, the Galway hurlers will have to do the same.

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