Final push to get local man to dodgeball world championships

Wed, Jul 29, 2026

A Galway man has been selected for Ireland's national foam dodgeball squad and is racing to raise funds before heading to the World Championships in Bangok.

Galway Summer Rally en route to hit entry limit

Wed, Jul 29, 2026

With less than one month to go until the Bluebird Care Galway Summer Rally, the maximum 150-car entry limit looks set to be hit.

Derby day for a place in the last four awaits Tribeswomen

Wed, Jul 29, 2026

Galway United Women finish out their stay in Headford with the pick of the ties from the series, a FAI Cup quarter-final against Sligo Rovers.

After the disappointing All-Island Cup Final, United bounced back with a win against DLR Waves last Sunday. They were made to work for it, with both goals coming in the last ten minutes. As has often been the case, United found a way.

Bish oarsmen star at Irish National Rowing Championships

Wed, Jul 29, 2026

From July 10 to July 12, 42 Bish oarsmen delivered outstanding performances at the Irish National Rowing Championships at the National Rowing Centre in Farran, Co. Cork.

Molloy retains IBF European Welterweight crown

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Galway's Kieran Molloy knocked out Sean Noakes to retain his IBF European Welterweight title at Copperbox Arena in London last weekend.

Ten year trends and fancied horses for the Tote Galway Plate and the Guinness Galway Hurdle

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

With only a few days to go to the start of Galway race week, now is an opportune time to look at the recent history of the week’s two major races, to help us identify horses who fit the profile of likely winners.

Funiculi Funicula to give punters a ride to remember in the Plate

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

The horse named after a song written to convince people to use a particular mode of transport is apt for this years Plate.

Mark Walsh: 'I needed to get my name up in lights' after losing JP McManus retained role

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Mark Walsh has revealed he felt he had a point to prove after losing his position as JP McManus' retained jockey, admitting a four-timer at the 2026 Dublin Racing Festival came "just at the time" he needed to remind people what he could do.

Successful outing for Galway Black Dragon Kickboxing Gym

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

The Galway Black Dragon Kickboxing Gym made the trip to sunny New Ross on Sunday with three fighters, returning home with two impressive victories and plenty of positives to take from the day.

Europe's longest inland sailing race returns to the Corrib

Thu, Jun 25, 2026

The annual Cong-Galway Sailing Race will see sailors from across Ireland take to the waters of Lough Corrib and the River Corrib this Saturday.

Titans basketball player called up to Irish squad

Thu, Jun 25, 2026

Titans BC's Declan Gbinigie has been named in the final 12-man squad for Ireland's upcoming fixtures against Armenia, North Macedonia and Azerbaijan.

Oughterard golfer Kate Dillon savours first senior win

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

Not a million miles from Oughterard Golf Club, newly-crowned East of Ireland Amateur Open champion Kate Dillon cut her teeth in the bog.

Riding the wave - Fiona Murtagh's remarkable reinvention

Thu, Jun 18, 2026

There are few things sweeter than a comeback story. Fiona Murtagh's story has been anything but plain sailing.

Three Jes students earn international selections

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

Three Coláiste Iognáid athletes have been selected to represent Ireland on the international stage this summer.

Salthill student wins Sports Person of the Year

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

ATU student, Neasa Daly, has been named the Student Sport Ireland Sports Person of the Year.

Murtagh claims bronze in Seville

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Galway's Fiona Murtagh won bronze for Ireland in the single sculls in a photo-finish at the World Cup regatta in Seville.

O’Connell takes Galway Masters title

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

It was a dramatic day at Mellow Pitch & Putt last Sunday, May 31, where the annual holding of The Galway Masters took place.

Local basketball team awarded Social Media Club of the Year

Thu, May 28, 2026

University of Galway Mystics have been awarded Social Media Club of the Year by Basketball Ireland, recognising the club’s outstanding digital presence throughout the season.

Four national titles for Galway clubs at Victor Inter League finals 2026

Thu, May 28, 2026

Galway clubs produced a remarkable display at the Victor Inter League Finals 2026 held at the University of Limerick last weekend, with Galway Lawn Tennis Club (GLTC) and Cortoon Badminton Club capturing four All-Ireland titles between them.

Galway celebrates three All-Ireland inter-county badminton titles

Thu, May 21, 2026

Galway badminton enjoyed a hugely successful weekend at the Victor Inter County Finals 2026, hosted by Badminton Ireland at Kingfisher Club, University of Galway, with Galway teams capturing three All-Ireland titles and another team finishing as national runners-up.

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