Ward remains driven for All Ireland success

Thu, May 20, 2021

Galway Ladies' footballer Nicola Ward is relishing this weekend's return to play when Galway open their National League campaign against Mayo at Elvery's McHale Park on Saturday (7.30pm).

Having put previous injury woes behind her, and also Galway's controversial end to last season's championship, the 24-years-old says Galway is in good shape with new boss Gerry Fahy at the helm.

Galway camogie enjoys opening league win with controlled second-half

Thu, May 20, 2021

The Galway Senior Camogie team enjoyed a winning start in the opening National League fixture, recording a five-point victory over Clare in Kenny Park, Athenry.

Connacht turn the tables on Munster

Thu, May 20, 2021

It is not every season, year or decade that Connacht head to Thomond Park and return with a win. That they did on Friday evening for the first time since Pat Lam's tenure and only the third time in history, says something about this squad's developing confidence and tenacity.

Testing league campaign begins for Galway against the Kingdom

Thu, May 13, 2021

After six months of inactivity on the playing field, the Galway senior footballers, under the stewardship of Padraic Joyce, will begin their 2021 season in Killarney against Kerry on Saturday (3pm).

Big boots to fill as Roux announces departure

Thu, May 13, 2021

Connacht is currently "scouring the world" looking for a lock to replace Quinn Roux who announced his decision to leave the province after seven years.

Friend wants Connacht to 'stand up and fight' against Munster

Thu, May 13, 2021

Connacht coach Andy Friend is looking for a fighting response, particularly at the breakdown, when they face Munster in Thomond Park tomorrow evening (6pm).

Bocquet in flying form

Thu, May 13, 2021

Wheelchair athlete Shauna Bocquet set the fastest time on week one of the Galway 5k virtual series.

Not only was it the fastest for the opening week, but the Craughwell AC athlete produced a 13.43 to also set a series record.

A Whistlestop Tour Of Irish Sporting Highlights Coming Up In 2021

Tue, May 04, 2021

With the winter months fading into obscurity, 2021 is now in full swing -- and that means the annual return of some of Ireland’s favourite sporting events. Accordingly, Irish teams and sports competitors -- not to mention, of course, the fans themselves -- are already gearing up for what might be an exciting year and, to mark the occasion, we will be taking a whistle stop tour of Irish sporting events coming up this year.

In flying form - Emma reaches new heights

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

Galway's Emma Slevin is continuing to break new ground in her gymnastics career.

At the weekend she made history in Ireland when she became the first female to reach the finals at the European Gymnastics Championships in Switzerland.

Connacht secure deserved win against Ulster in final play

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

It had all the hallmarks of a rip-roaring inter-provincial. Despite the uncertainty of this new Rainbow Cup competition, and a troubled start with South African teams unable to travel, as far as inter-pros go, they don't come much more intense than Connacht's meeting with Ulster in Kingspan Stadium.

SPORTS SHORTS

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

The return of the Allianz hurling and football leagues will be hugely welcomed by Galway fans when they kick off next month.

Significant new signing for Connacht

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

In one of the biggest overseas signings in several years, Connacht Rugby have boosted their squad for next season with the signing of Australian Super Rugby star Mack Hansen.

NUIG athlete selected for world relays

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Galway-based NUIG athlete Sarah Quinn has been selected on the Irish Women’s 4x100m relay team for the upcoming IAAF World Athletics Relays.

Galway to face Roscommon in Connacht Championship

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

This year’s Connacht Football Championship will see Galway and Mayo avoiding each other until a potential final.

A sporting life to cherish

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Galway sporting communities are mourning the loss of Micheal (Mick) Grealish, a much-loved and respected sports personality who passed away last week.

2021 Galway 5km Series

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

The 2021 Galway 5k Series is almost sold out, with more than 900 entries now taken up for this year’s virtual series.

The series of five 5k races is taking place over five weeks in May and early June. The series sees runners put themselves against the clock rather than other competitors, and continues to prove popular.

Galway rowers add silver as the hunt for Olympic qualification continues

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Galway's two women elite rowers are getting closer to their Olympic dream after celebrating more success on the European stage at the weekend.

Online event about Parks and Gardens in Springtime

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Parks and Gardens in Springtime is an online event organised by Cllr Martina O’Connor Chairperson of The Climate, Environment, Recreation and Amenity SPC of Galway City Council, taking place tonight Thursday April 15 at 7.30 pm.

The expert line up of speakers will talk us through the current thinking in grass and ground management to make the spaces you care for beautiful but sustainable.

Clubs need to be diligent when dealing with heading in games and training, says former Collingwood Cup coach

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

John Clarke, who guided NUI Galway to two Collingwood Cup victories in the 90s, believes football coaches need to be extremely diligent when dealing with heading in the game.

Oranmore-Maree sports development

Thu, Apr 08, 2021

Oranmore-Maree GAA One Club has launched a fundraising competition for its planned sports centre of excellence at Renville with the winning prize a new Ford Puma ST-Line X Hybrid.

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