Young Galway ace playing his part in City revolution

Thu, Jan 28, 2010

While Manchester City’s fourth round FA Cup win over Scunthorpe IN Glanford Park may have been grabbed most people’s attention, for the fact that until striker Robinho scored the citizens’ fourth goal of the day, the tie against lowly Scunthorpe was still in the melting pot. But for the soccer community of Galway there was only one thing on their minds, and that was one of their own patrolling the field in the sky blue of City. At half time in the game Roberto Mancini gave 18-year-old Greg Cunningham his senior debut for the side, replacing Nigel de Jong for the final 45 minutes. City manager Mancini, speaking after the game, was full of praise for his young players, including Cunningham, saying: “Our young players did very well, they have shown me what they can do in training and I had no problem in picking them today. They have the right mentality and this was a big test for them. I'm pleased with them and pleased for them.”

Mervue look for new boss as Glynn resigns

Thu, Jan 28, 2010

Mervue Utd confirmed this week that Johnny Glynn, manager of the First Division League of Ireland team, tendered his resignation to the club’s board of directors on Monday. The club confirmed that they accepted Johnny’s resignation with regret. The club paid tribute to Johnny’s huge contribution to the club over the past two seasons, both in winning promotion from the A championship to the League of Ireland and in keeping the club in the first division last season, and wished him every success in the future. “I would like to thank all the players, who have given their all, the staff and everyone at the club that have given me fantastic support over the last two years,” said Glynn. “I have enjoyed my spell at the club and I don’t want to get into the reasons for why I have left as I am leaving the club on good terms and I wish the club every success for the coming season ahead and for the future.” Club chairman George Guest said: “I would like to thank Johnny for his sterling efforts on behalf of the club over the past two seasons and wish him well for the future”. The club are now busy on the hunt for a new manager for the side as preparations continue for the new season in the League of Ireland first division.

Connacht travel strong for final pool fling

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Connacht travel to Madrid this weekend looking to put the icing on the cake in their final Amlin Challenge Cup pool fixture.

Salthill Devon set for League of Ireland status

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Salthill Devon is to apply for membership of the League of Ireland first division.

Naomh Anna Leitor Mor will give it their best shot

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

The 2009 football year was a fantastic one for Naomh Anna Leitir Mór. They regained senior status in Galway and collected the county and provincial titles at intermediate level. They ticked all their boxes and their objectives were met with style and gusto.

Old Connacht rivals meet in crunch league match2

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Galwegians host a crunch local derby clash with Buccaneers on Saturday (2.30pm) at Crowley Park with money raised from the game being donated to earthquake hit Haiti.

Buccaneers’ need is the greater as they currently sit bottom of the division 1B table, but Galwegians’ hopes of a top finish this season could well depend on Saturday’s result.

Hegarty claims Leinster junior title

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Galway junior squash player Jennifer Hegarty claimed the u-19 title at the Leinster Junior Open in Dublin last weekend.

Maree face defending champs in National Cup final

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Maree will contest their second successive u-20 men’s National Cup final after a clinical victory over Killester on Saturday.

The result was a big confidence boost ahead of the final where Maree’s opponents are defending champions UCD-Marian in a rematch of last year’s decider. On that occasion the Dubliners took the title by a single point, ensuring this year’s final, which takes place in the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght on Saturday January 30, will be a thriller.

Gold medals for Galway athletes

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Galway athletes returned to action on Saturday at the National Junior Indoor Track & Field Championships.

SPORTS SHORTS

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

•The next instalment of Galway Triathlon Club’s lecture series will take place next week with a talk on long-distance racing by some of Galway’s most experienced athletes. The open-forum will be hosted by Athenry AC’s ultra distance runner Mick Rice, multiple Ironman competitor Reilly Dibner, and stage race cyclist Nigel Forde. The session will be chaired by GTC coach Ray Glynn and will give an insight into long distance running, cycling, and triathlon. The talk will take place in the Radisson Hotel on Monday January 25 at 7pm.

Footballers cruise to first win of the season

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

Joe Kernan set out on his 2010 voyage with the Galway footballers last Sunday in Tuam stadium with an easy six-points win over a disjointed Sligo outfit in the FBD league.

GAA students benefit from bursary scheme

Thu, Jan 21, 2010

A record number of 31 promising young Connacht GAA players and administrators have been included in the province’s annual bursary scheme.

All five Connacht counties are represented in the initiative which provides financial assistance to students who have displayed potential and commitment on the Gaelic games front.

Euro fixture could prove season defining for Connacht

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

Connacht’s season hinges on tomorrow night’s big clash with French side Montpellier at the Galway Sportsground (7pm).

Pitch is playable as Montpellier arrive

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

Connacht’s game with Montpellier will go ahead tomorrow at 7pm.

According to Connacht CEO Gerry Kelly the pitch is playable at present, and the current weather is expected to continue to ensure the match proceeds as expected.

Pitch is playable as Montpellier arrive

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

Connacht’s game with Montpellier will go ahead tomorrow at 7pm.

According to Connacht CEO Gerry Kelly the pitch is playable at present, and the current weather is expected to continue to ensure the match proceeds as expected.

Connor moves west in coaching merry-go-round

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

Galway United is seeking to inject some much-needed stability with the appointment of its third coach in two years.

Fitness workshop for young players

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

A special fitness workshop for sports coaches of all disciplines will be held next month at the Galway Sportsground.

Fitness workshop for young players

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

A special fitness workshop for sports coaches of all disciplines will be held next month at the Galway Sportsground.

Moycullen’s focus switches to training regime

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

Moycullen men’s Superleague basketballers begin an intensive month of training in a bid to turn their season around.

Young blood added to Kernan’s FBD squad

Thu, Jan 14, 2010

Hopes are high Galway’s postponed Connacht FBD League clash with Sligo will go ahead on Sunday in Tuam Stadium.

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