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The Boys' Club

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“There is nothing as Galway as Our Lady's Boy’s Club,” was how our president Michael D Higgins described OLBC some years ago at a function in the Columban Hall. It is more than 80 years since it was founded and it is the longest-running youth club in the country. It was set up by Fr Leonard Shiel SJ at a time when there were was a lot of grinding poverty in Galway and no recreational facilities or extra-curricular activities for young people in areas like the Claddagh, Bohermore, Shantalla, and ‘The West’. The club provided these and has been a source of guidance and inspiration to thousands of young men and boys since, especially those from a working class background. From that first day of nervous membership, right through their teens, and even after they had taken up the challenges of adult life, the spirit and watchful eye of the Club is ever with them.

The Boys' Club

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“There is nothing as Galway as Our Lady's Boy’s Club,” was how our president Michael D Higgins described OLBC some years ago at a function in the Columban Hall. It is more than 80 years since it was founded and it is the longest-running youth club in the country. It was set up by Fr Leonard Shiel SJ at a time when there were was a lot of grinding poverty in Galway and no recreational facilities or extra-curricular activities for young people in areas like the Claddagh, Bohermore, Shantalla, and ‘The West’. The club provided these and has been a source of guidance and inspiration to thousands of young men and boys since, especially those from a working class background. From that first day of nervous membership, right through their teens, and even after they had taken up the challenges of adult life, the spirit and watchful eye of the Club is ever with them.

88 clubs and organisations receive €107,500 Return to Sport funding from MSP

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At a recent Mayo Sports Partnership Committee (MSP)meeting, €107,500 was allocated to 88 clubs / organisations in Mayo through the Partnerships 2022 Return to Sport Small grant scheme supported by Sport Ireland and the Dormant Account Board.

A dream home beside the sea

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The minute you turn into Gortard Avenue, just off Salthill Promenade, you will immediately see why so many people would love to call this home. No 2 Gortard Avenue, Rockbarton, is in the heart of Salthill just a stroll from the Promenade. This home is a rare find as it tucked away on a private leafy cul de sac of only eight homes. The very spacious accommodation is over three storeys with hollow corefloors, is presented in turnkey condition, and ready for immediate occupancy.

Daly’s drive and desire inspired a generation

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Late on an immaculate blue sky afternoon in Menlo, a mile or so from Eamonn Deacy Park, Gerry Daly sits down to talk about football and life.

Daly’s drive and desire inspired a generation

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On an immaculate blue sky afternoon in Menlo, a mile or so from Eamonn Deacy Park, Gerry Daly sits down to talk about football and life.

Fallon still contributing to the Tuam football cause

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“There have always been great soccer players in Tuam, and footballers, of course,” Franny Fallon says proudly.

Glynn delighted with return of national underage leagues

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The national underage leagues commence this weekend with Galway United head of academy Johnny Glynn simply delighted that competitive action will resume.

John Tierney and Jimmy Ward RIP

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Galway sport lost two respected figures recently with the sad passing of John Tierney and Jimmy Ward.

De Burca eager to assist keeping younger players involved in sport

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Sport has always occupied a central role in Meabh De Burca’s life. Regardless of the team, code or level De Burca enjoyed playing.

 

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