Murtagh honoured at Sportswoman Awards

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Galway’s Fiona Murtagh received her Sportswoman of the Month award for June at The Irish Times Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Year awards recently.

Pivotal road test kicks off Maigh Cuilinn’s year

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Maigh Cuilinn begin the new year with an important road test this Saturday night when they travel to the Killarney Cougars for a 7.30pm tip-off in the Presentation Gym, Killarney. With the league table tightening and margins for error shrinking, this fixture arrives at a pivotal moment for both sides.

GCC are on the ball

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Best of luck to Galway Community College’s U16 Boys Basketball team who are on their way to the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght this Thursday, January 8.

Frawley’s move a timely New Year boost

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

Connacht Rugby has been boosted this week with the confirmed news of Ciaran Frawley’s move west next season.

Frawley has penned a two-year deal at Dexcom after seven years with Leinster, during which time he played under Stuart Lancaster.

Fields of Athenry 10k reaches new heights

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

St Stephen’s Day delivered another outstanding chapter in the history of the Fields of Athenry 10K, with thrilling performances, record participation, and perfect racing conditions combining to create a memorable event.

University of Galway Mystics suffer loss in Christmas showdown

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

University of Galway Mystics were defeated by Clunetech Kilkenny Stars in a challenging game in Kingfisher on Sunday, December 28. Despite Mystics’ best efforts, including five three-pointers, Kilkenny Stars came out on top.

Maigh Cuilinn close the year with frustrating defeat

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

Maigh Cuilinn closed out 2025 with a disappointing home defeat, falling 64–76 to Killarney Lakers in a game that never fully caught fire despite early promise.

In front of a strong St Stephen’s weekend crowd, Maigh Cuilinn began with purpose but were gradually undone by the control of Killarney’s American point guard Stephen Kelly, who dictated tempo and tone throughout.

Maigh Cuilinn close the year with frustrating defeat

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Maigh Cuilinn closed out 2025 with a disappointing home defeat, falling 64–76 to Killarney Lakers in a game that never fully caught fire despite early promise.

University of Galway Mystics suffer loss in Christmas showdown

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

University of Galway Mystics were defeated by Clunetech Kilkenny Stars in a challenging game in Kingfisher on Sunday, December 28. Despite Mystics’ best efforts, including five three-pointers, Kilkenny Stars came out on top.

David Burke — a leader who shaped belief and identity

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

There are careers that are remembered for silverware, and others that endure because they shape culture, belief and identity. David Burke’s 16 seasons in the maroon and white achieved both. As he steps away from intercounty hurling, Galway is not simply saluting a former captain or an All-Ireland winner, but honouring a figure who embodied what it means to represent the county with integrity, humility and unwavering commitment.

Connacht need to deliver festive cheer to fans

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

Winning is not coming easy to Connacht this season, and it gets even tougher during the festive season with interprovincials on the agenda.

Templeogue secure home win over University of Galway Mystics

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

University of Galway Mystics were defeated by Templeogue Mystics in Dublin on Saturday, December 20, in their final league fixture before Christmas.

While Templeogue took the lead from the start, Mystics fought back from a deficit of 28 points, reducing the margin to just 12 points by the final buzzer and recording their highest score of the season in the process.

Play-off position within reach for CC Mhaigh Cuilinn

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

Maigh Cuilinn return to the floor this Saturday night with momentum, motivation and a clear prize in sight.

A win over Killarney Lakers would not only extend their recent surge to four victories in a row, but would also see the Connemara side move into a play-off position as the 2025 National League calendar draws to a close. Add in the fact that the game falls the day after St Stephen’s Day, with a large home crowd expected as Maigh Cuilinn natives return for the holidays, and the ingredients are firmly in place for a significant night of basketball at the University of Galway Sports Arena.

Maigh Cuilinn secure third win on the trot

Thu, Dec 18, 2025

Maigh Cuilinn’s December revival gathered further pace in Tallaght on Saturday evening as they produced a disciplined and assured performance to defeat Templeogue 83–77, marking their third consecutive victory and strengthening their position in an increasingly competitive National League play-off race.

Mystics suffer narrow defeat

Thu, Dec 18, 2025

University of Galway Mystics were edged out by Moy Tolka Rovers in a gripping encounter in Dublin last Saturday.

Local kickboxers earn belt promotions

Thu, Dec 11, 2025

Two young Galway kickboxers both passed their grading last Sunday at Black Dragon Gym.

Templeogue await as Maigh Cuilinn head to Tallaght

Thu, Dec 11, 2025

Maigh Cuilinn make the trip to Dublin this Saturday evening for a National League clash that is far more delicate than the standings might suggest.

Mystics fall to in-form Cleveland Rockets

Thu, Dec 11, 2025

University of Galway Mystics fell to Cleveland Rockets as the Lisburn-based side continued their impressive form to claim their place in the semi-final of the Domino's Women's Division One National Cup.

Local boxing club marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Thu, Dec 11, 2025

Monivea Boxing Club have joined other clubs nationwide in taking part in a documentary celebrating the High Five Boxing Academy.

CC Mhaigh Cuilinn – A year of firsts, friendships, and fierce pride

Thu, Dec 04, 2025

This past year has been transformational for Cumann Cispheile Mhaigh Cuilinn — on court and across the community. From a historic step into the national women’s game to underage squads testing themselves on European floors, the club’s mantra remains the same: volunteers, families, and players of all ages pulling together for something bigger than any single result.

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