Family-run Murray Timber continues partnership with Connacht Rugby

Thu, Sep 07, 2017

County Galway's Murray Timber Group has extended is partnership with Connacht Rugby for another four years.

Official partners for the past three years, Murray Timber Group will continue to be displayed on the Connacht Rugby home, away and European playing jerseys.

Connacht unveil striking new jerseys for the season

Thu, Sep 07, 2017

Unveiled at the Sportsground in Connacht's win against Bristol, the new away and European kits are bold and bright for this 2017/18 season.

Keane seeks more structured attack as South Africans make first visit to the Sportsground

Thu, Sep 07, 2017

A mouth-watering and historic first Guinness PRO 14 fixture between Connacht and South African side Southern Kings takes place at the Sportsground on Saturday (7.35pm).

A new chapter in Connacht's history begins in revamped championship

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

Exciting times for rugby in Connacht. A new coach, new season, and a revamped PRO 14 Championship.

New coach Keane brings his dreams and innovation to Connacht

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

New Connacht Rugby coach Kieran Keane, relishing a return to head coaching, is confident his new club "can do anything" in pursuit of their ambitions.

BARBARIANS RETURN TO THOMOND PARK FOR TONGA MATCH

Wed, Aug 09, 2017

The Barbarians return to Limerick to complete this year's world tour by taking on Tonga at Thomond Park on Friday, November 10 (19.30).

Galway's Molloy named as Ireland captain for the Women's Rugby World Cup

Wed, Aug 02, 2017

Claire Molloy has been named as Ireland's captain for the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup.

The 29-year-old doctor who plays for Bristol RFC takes over the captaincy from Niamh Briggs, who was ruled out of the tournament earlier this week with injury.

Tribesmen through to final again

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

The Galway Tribesmen met the Dublin City Exiles at the Claddagh last Saturday in the Rugby League Republic of Ireland semi-final.

Historic victory for Galway over world champions Australia

Wed, Jul 19, 2017

On Monday evening Galway Tag Rugby hosted World Cup champions Australia in a series of matches in St Mary’s school grounds.

Connacht signs Jarrad Butler

Thu, Jul 13, 2017

Connacht Rugby has announced the signing of ACT Brumbies' back-row forward Jarrad Butler on a three-year deal.

The New Zealand born 25 year-old has 70 Super Rugby appearances to his name and can play in all three positions across the back row.

Lam's regret is an IRFU issue

Thu, Jun 01, 2017

Pat Lam's one regret leaving Ireland next week is the IRFU's contract policy that includes a six-month release clause.

Disappointing season for Connacht, but players fight to the end

Thu, May 25, 2017

The Pat Lam era of success at Connacht Rugby ended at the weekend with a 21-15 defeat to Northampton in the play-off for Champions Cup rugby next season.

Corinthians end season on a high

Thu, May 18, 2017

Corinthians completed a Connacht double this season when their thirds added the Ard Na Cregg Cup to their league success.

It's win or bust for Connacht

Thu, May 18, 2017

Connacht have a real opportunity to pull off a season-saving performance in Saturday's crunch Champions Cup play-off against Northampton in England.

Tribesmen prepare to defend All Ireland title

Thu, May 11, 2017

The 2017 All Ireland Rugby League competition is set to start and the current champions Galway Tribesmen are intent on retaining the trophy they won for the first time last season.

Aki appeal rejected as Connacht prepare for vital play-off

Thu, May 11, 2017

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Connacht will head into the Champions Cup play-off without key playmaker Bundee Aki after losing his appeal to have his ban reduced.

Lam demands a redeeming display to sign off Pro 12 season

Thu, May 04, 2017

Connacht's disappointing Guinness Pro 12 season comes to an end on Saturday with coach Pat Lam urging his players to redeem themselves after their worst performance in three years.

Connacht eager to sign off home Pro 12 season 'on a high'

Thu, Apr 27, 2017

Possibly - and hopefully - not Connacht's last home fixture this season, but Saturday is the final Pro 12 game in the Galway Sportsground, and most probably their last as the champions.