New boss Ryan happy with hurling panel
Thu, Jan 22, 2015
Though Westmeath’s hurlers suffered another Walsh Cup defeat on Sunday in Mullingar losing 1-21 to 0-16 against Galway, new manager Michael Ryan was encouraged by another gritty display.
Read more ...Wallace continues to build Town squad
Thu, Jan 22, 2015
Athlone Town have announced that manager Eddie Wallace has added two more players to his squad for the 2015 SSE Airtricity League First Division season.
Michael Brown joins the Midlanders from Bray Wanderers, while Aidan Friel, formerly of Strabane Athletic, will also feature in the Athlone shirt.
Read more ...Improving Westmeath footballers claim two wins in a week
Thu, Jan 15, 2015
Two second-half Westmeath goals in Ballymahon enabled Tom Cribben’s improving team to defeat neighbours Longford by 2-11 to 0-10 in the Bord Na Mona O’Byrne Cup on Sunday.
Read more ...Buccs finish with a flourish
Thu, Jan 15, 2015
A late scoring blitz by Buccaneers earned them a bonus point 25-7 victory over Shannon in their Ulster Bank League Division 1B game at Dubarry Park, Athlone on Saturday. The game between two youthful sides was still in the balance entering the final quarter with the Pirates deservedly 10-0 ahead before the final scoring salvo stunned the visitors.
Read more ...Cribbin wants Westmeath to gain confidence
Thu, Jan 08, 2015
A busy week in the Bord Na Mona O’Byrne Cup ends on Sunday for Westmeath against neighbours Longford at Ballymahon.
Read more ...Westmeath hoping to make impact in O’Byrne Cup
Tue, Dec 30, 2014
Westmeath make a welcome return to competitive inter-county action on Sunday, January 4 when hosting Meath in the Bord Na Mona O’Byrne Cup.
Read more ...Connacht Senior Cup final glory for Buccaneers
Thu, Dec 18, 2014
Buccaneers defeated Galwegians 28-14 in a lively Connacht Senior Cup final played at Galway Sportsground last Sunday. Buccs were full value for their double score victory played on a cool but mainly bright afternoon in front of a modest attendance. Both squads did not have the use of contracted players, but the teams put in a committed, absorbing, and entertaining battle for the coveted trophy which makes a long overdue return to the Midlands.
Read more ...Athlone Town prepare for new season
Thu, Dec 18, 2014
New Athlone Town manager Eddie Wallace is busy preparing for the 2015 SSE Airtricity League First Division season.
Read more ...Understrength Buccaneers suffer disappointing home defeat
Thu, Dec 11, 2014
Buccaneers were especially generous leaking three tries in a 23-8 Ulster Bank League Division 1B defeat against Ballymena at Dubarry Park, Athlone, on Saturday. This win strengthened the Northerners’ promotion push as they sit in second place in the league table. It also ensured the hosts' miserable home form continues as only one win has been posted to date this season. Ironically, the Pirates have lost just once on their travels, and they stay in fifth place in the standings.
Read more ...Moate All Whites claim Leinster Junior title
Thu, Dec 11, 2014
Moate All Whites delivered a fine display to claim the Leinster Junior Championship at Cusack Park on Sunday afternoon.
John Corbally's goal from a penalty early in the second half was the decisive blow as Moate All Whites surprised a Rob Kelly-inspired Straffan, who staged a dramatic late rally.
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