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UCC finally put an end to Buccaneers’ winning streak
Buccaneers’ unbeaten run came to an end at The Mardyke on Saturday where a massively committed University College Cork edged this compelling Division 1B encounter by the minimum on a 13-12 scoreline.
Galwegians forced to settle for a draw
Galwegians and play-off hopefuls Old Wesley played out a low-scoring but entertaining 7-7 draw in Glenina on Saturday.
Bundee gives Connacht a boost
Player of the year Bundee Aki is one of several players hoping to make a return to action for Connacht this weekend.
Buccaneers on brink of promotion after defeating UL Bohemian
Buccaneers are on the cusp of promotion following this bonus point 39-27 Ulster Bank League Division 1B victory over nearest challengers UL Bohemian on the 4G pitch in the University of Limerick campus on Saturday.
A win to enjoy, but it's still only early days
What a difference a week makes. I wondered if the Kerry jersey would bring out a performance? That opinion was more in hope than expectation, because Mayo seemed so off the pace against Monaghan, that I felt they surely couldn't turn it around in a week especially against a Kerry team that hit the ground running the previous week in Donegal.
City rugby sides continue to struggle
There was no luck for Galway's Ulster Bank League rugby teams at the weekend, with Galwegians pipped by Ballymena 14-13, and Corinthians falling to Nenagh 34-18.
Monaghan looked to have more work done
Mayo's 2017 league opener ended in defeat to an aggressive and physical Monaghan in Castlebar last Saturday evening. Despite my declaration last week that Mayo should target the national league for silverware, the target very much now is about survival. Again applause must be given to the 11,000 or so hardy souls who turned out to support the team. The basis for this first round defeat is pure and simple, Monaghan were better prepared and had a better pre season as it was purely obvious going into the final quarter that they had spent more time on the paddock than Stephen Rochford's team.
Connacht must overcome Champions Cup frustration to focus on Pro 12
One seasonal ambition missed; another big one remaining. Connacht's exit from the European Champions Cup is tough to take, but it will be even harder if Connacht fail to be back in the competition next season.
Galway footballers off the mark
Barry McHugh was the chief scorer and free taker for Galway in their 0-13 to 0-10 win over Sligo in the opening round of the FBD League.
Buccaneers face Corinthians in Senior Cup Final
Buccaneers face Corinthians in the Connacht Senior Cup final on Saturday with the game taking place at Corinthian Park after the Galway club won the toss for home advantage.