It’s the high road or the low road as Galway prepares for Dublin juggernaut
Thu, May 27, 2021
A massively improved performance from Galway leaves them with a fighting chance heading into this coming weekend’s final round of fixtures.
Read more ...Galway rowers realise their Olympic dreams
Thu, May 20, 2021
Galway is celebrating the success of two rowers who have qualified for the Tokyo Olympics.
Read more ...Galway footballers seek atonement against Roscommon after shocking league start
Thu, May 20, 2021
After a dismal performance against reigning league champions Kerry, Galway now face a crucial game against local rivals Roscommon when Pearse Stadium hosts the round two clash for the division one south teams at 2pm this Sunday.
Read more ...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).
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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).
Read more ...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.
Coach Andy Friend says Connacht have the funds "to bring in someone of quality" who can be non Irish qualified to replace the Irish international who played his 106th and last game for the club in January.
Read more ...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).
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
As sports resumes across the country, live coverage of the hurling and football leagues will be broadcast for all those spectators who will not be able to attend games.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
Padraic Joyce’s Galway have drawn Roscommon at the semi-final stage, while defending champions Mayo will face Sligo at the quarter-final stage.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
Read more ...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.
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