Galwegians crowned u-17 All Ireland champs

Thu, May 05, 2011

Galwegians rugby rounded off their season in fine style when they claimed the All Ireland u-17 crown on Sunday.

Next up Leinster for in-form Connacht Juniors

Thu, May 05, 2011

Connacht prepare for what is expected to be the toughest and possibly the deciding fixture of this year’s Junior Interprovincial Championship when they face Leinster in Donnybrook on Saturday at 2.30pm.

Tully the hat-trick hero for Mervue

Thu, May 05, 2011

A stunning hat-trick from striker Daniel Tully helped Mervue to a 3 - 1 victory over Salthill Devon in the Connacht Youth Cup final.

Salthill’s struggle continues against Shelbourne

Thu, May 05, 2011

Now in their second season in the League of Ireland, Salthill Devon were hoping to make some progress this year, but they have endured a disappointing couple of months. And it does not get any easier with Shelbourne the visitors to Drom on Saturday evening.

Galway hurling set to fly

Thu, May 05, 2011

Galway hurling has secured a sponsorship deal with Aer Lingus for three years - the first of its kind for the national carrier.

United face a demanding task to halt Rovers’ march

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Any time Shamrock Rovers visit the west is interesting, but tomorrow’s Terryland Park encounter is particularly important for Galway United ( 7.35pm).

A decent gate will bolster the club’s financial situation, while it is also an opportunity for the players to showcase their talents in front of the live television cameras.

Portumna enter championship fray in Kenny Park double header

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Hot favourites Portumna enter the county hurling championship this weekend when they take on Tommie Larkins in Kenny Park on Saturday at 5pm.

Galway u-21 footballers expect dog-fight with Cavan in All-Ireland decider

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

1972, 2002, and 2005. These are the three years Galway won the All-Ireland u-21 football title. Hopefully, after this Sunday, the roll of honour in that grade for the maroon and white will include 2011.

Three key factors for a Galway win

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

1. Break down Cavan’s
blanket defence

Cavan football has real pedigree

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Many younger GAA fans may not realise that Cavan used to be a hugely successful football county, and the strongest in Ulster by far.

Injury blow for Padraig Joyce

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Former Galway captain Padraig Joyce’s chance of starting the Connacht championship semi-final against Mayo in eight weeks’ time has taken a blow.

Elwood urges strong finish after ‘cruel’ loss to Ulster

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Eric Elwood is hoping Connacht receive their just reward for one of their best seasons in recent years when they face Munster in their final fixture on Friday week.

Connacht juniors open interpro campaign against Ulster

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

A confident Connacht have high hopes in this year’s Junior Interprovincial Rugby Championship which opens on Saturday when they host Ulster in Tuam RFC (2.30pm).

Pearses mourn passing of a great Galway sportsman

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Padraig Pearses GAA Club members are mourning the loss of club vice-president, Fr Nicholas Murray.

An English double in Galway

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Olivier Pett and Lauren Briggs pulled of a surprise English double in the Paddy 'Whack' Walsh West of Ireland Squash Open at Galway Lawn Tennis Club in Galway.

Unseeded Pett made his breakthrough in the semi-finals of the PSA World Tour Challenger 5 men's event when he took out top-seeded Dane Kristian Frost Olesen, fighting back from 2/1 down to win 11-9, 8-11, 2-11, 11-5, 11-3.

Tricky test for Mervue against promotion-seeking Monaghan

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Registering seven points from as many games has made it a reasonable start to the season for Mervue United, but tomorrow night at Fahy’s Field they host a Monaghan United outfit that is keen to make a bold bid for promotion.

Galway rowers prepare for new season on international stage

Thu, Apr 28, 2011

Galway rowing clubs prepare for the first main domestic event, the Limerick Regatta, which takes place this weekend, while another group of local rowers has been busy in readiness for international competition.

Connacht head to Ulster to defy odds

Thu, Apr 21, 2011

History, odds, and the venue are all against a Connacht victory when they travel to Ravenhill to take on Ulster in tomorrow’s penultimate Magners League fixture. But coach Eric Elwood is approaching this game as he has the last three - as a cup final to be won.