Galway kickboxers in fighting form

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

Pete Foley’s Black Dragon Kickboxers made it three out of three wins at a sold-out event in Cavan town recently.

Galway contingent impresses at Touch Rugby World Cup

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

The 2024 Touch Rugby World Cup took place in Nottingham recently from July 15 - 21. Several Galway-based players and coaches were part of the Ireland teams involved.

FAI Cup aspirations for United ahead of Shelbourne tie

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

Galway United Women will host Shelbourne in the FAI Cup this Saturday after reaching the Avenir Sports All-Island Cup final last Wednesday night.

Camogie U-16s lose final by slimmest of margins

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

The Galway U16 team suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Limerick in the All Ireland U16A Final on Saturday in Nowlan Park.

It was the first time in their history that Limerick contested the decider, and they clinched the title by the slimmest of margins at the first time of asking.

Shauna Bocquet achieves Paralympic dream

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

This week, Shauna Bocquet of Craughwell AC heard the fantastic news that she was selected on the Irish team for the Paris Paralympic Games.

The Arches Hotel and Paul Nash Travel team up for match day travel

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Joining forces, Claregalway's The Arches Hotel are 'thrilled to team up' with transport provider, Paul Nash Travel, to offer stress free transport for Galway supporters heading to Dublin for the All-Ireland Final on Sunday, July 28.

Take the stress out of driving to Dublin and just sit back, relax, and let Paul Nash Travel get you there and back safely, in comfort and in style.Departure time is scheduled for 9:30am from The Arches Hotel, so why not set yourself up for the day with a breakfast from The Arches Hotel before your journey begins.

Galway hit their stride ahead of All-Ireland final

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Róisín Leonard and Ailbhe Davoren struck crucial first half goals for the Galway ladies against Cork in the All-Ireland senior football semi-final at Glenisk O’Connor Park. Galway will now return to the final for the first time since 2019, where they will face Kerry.

Galway and Tipp set to repeat league final fixture

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

The Galway Senior Camogie team will face their toughest opposition yet when they take on Tipperary in the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Senior Semi-Final on Saturday at 3pm in Nowlan Park.

Ten year trends for the Galway Plate and Galway Hurdle

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

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

Julie-Ann cements her place in Galway football folklore

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

The legacy of Julie-Ann Russell has long been secure in Galway footballing circles. An Irish international, who gave to the Galway game at both ends of her career and played abroad professionally, there didn’t seem to be much left for the Moycullen native left to accomplish.

Busy period for Galway athletics brings more success

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Four Galway athletes will compete on a 35-strong Irish team in the European U18 Championships in Slovakia, taking place this week.

Céad míle fáilte for Pittsburgh Celtics GAA

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Gaeil na Gaillimhe, Galway city's Irish language speaking GAA team, welcomed the Pittsburgh Celtics to South Park (aka "The Swamp") on Tuesday, July 15.

Galway U16s return to Camogie All-Ireland final

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

Galway have returned to the All-Ireland U16A Camogie final after a hard-fought victory over a tough Cork outfit in Mallow on Sunday.

Camogie Intermediates bow out of championship with grace

Thu, Jul 18, 2024

The Galway Intermediate camogie team's hopes of winning the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Intermediate championship were dashed on Saturday. They came up against an experienced Kerry outfit, and were beaten on a scoreline of 0-13 to 0-15.

Knock-out football returns with Farney fixture

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

After last Sunday’s draw with Armagh, Galway must now play Monaghan in the preliminary quarter final this weekend.

Cork loss dashes home quarter-final aspirations

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

The Galway ladies' football team will need a victory against Laois next weekend to progress to an All-Ireland quarter-final.

Galway Triathlon Club host thrilling race

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Sunday morning saw the much anticipated return of the Tribesman Triathlon hosted by Galway Triathlon Club.

Athenry sprinter makes history in Rome

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Sean Doggett of Athenry AC became the youngest ever athlete to compete in a senior European Championships last Monday, June 10.

Faloon names four Galway-based players for U20 Championships

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Newly appointed Ireland U20 manager Willie Faloon has named his 30 man panel for the World U20 Championships.

Bocquet take to the international stage

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Irish athlete Shauna Bocquet of Craughwell AC competed at ParAthletics 2024 in Nottwil Sport Arena, Switzerland. The event took place last weekend with Shauna partaking in four events as she chases Paralympic qualification.

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