Galway United and Connacht Hockey seek planning permission for new multipurpose sport facility in Athenry

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

The facility will be a game changer for Galway sports as it will consist of two full-size football pitches – one grass and one all-weather – and a full-size hockey pitch. Changing facilities, administrative offices, meeting rooms and a high-performance gymnasium will also be in the floodlit facility.

The Mountain South facility will be the academy training centre for Galway United’s men’s and women’s teams who compete across multiple age groups at elite level in the League of Ireland. It will also facilitate the continued growth of grassroots hockey in the catchment areas of Athenry, Tuam, Loughrea, Ballinasloe and beyond.

Success for Coláiste Iognáid at Irish Rowing Championships

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

The standout performances over the weekend came in the Junior Men’s Pair and Four. Oisín Ó Conaire and Paul Schofield claimed the national title in the MJ18 2- on Friday and they were then joined by teammates Eoghan O’Connell, Jack Mannion, and Arthur O’Malley (cox) to secure victory on Sunday in the MJ18 4+.

Galway teens make history at F18 World Sailing Championships

Wed, Jul 16, 2025

Two young sailors from Galway Bay Sailing Club have become the first Irish team ever to win a medal at the F18 World Championships held in the Netherlands. Seán Lemonnier (17) and Sam Rigley (16) took second place in the Silver Fleet — a major result at one of the world’s most competitive multihull regattas. Held in Noordwijk from July 7 to 11, the championship brought together 96 of the world’s top Formula 18 catamarans. After a week of unpredictable weather and tough racing, the Galway duo delivered a standout performance in Friday’s Silver Fleet finals — placing sixth, fourth, first, and fifth in the day’s four races to secure a podium finish. "By Friday we knew we had done well but still couldn't believe it when we came ashore and saw the results and realised we might win a medal," the pair said. "It was a tense few hours while the jury heard appeals, but our results didn’t change — and at the medal ceremony that evening we took second place in Silver Fleet." The week began with technical checks, followed by challenging conditions. Monday’s racing was cancelled due to high winds and heavy swell. On Tuesday, a difficult beach launch led to several boats capsizing before the start. Lemonnier and Rigley reached the start line but chose to retire after a capsize of their own to protect their boat for the rest of the week. Wednesday’s races were abandoned due to light wind and strong currents. On Thursday, they returned to the water for four qualification races, earning them a spot in the Silver Fleet for the final races. After a strong final day of sailing, they finished second in Silver Fleet. Their form on Friday was exceptional. Across five hours of racing in lighter breeze, the Galway teenagers showed tactical precision, speed, and resilience — climbing the Silver Fleet leaderboard with four top finishes. Despite being the youngest team at the event and relatively new to the F18 class, both sailors brought years of training from the 420 circuit. Their calm decision-making and racing instincts stood out in a field stacked with Olympic-level talent. Their campaign was made possible through community support and sponsorship. "We are hugely grateful to our families, friends, and everyone at Galway Bay Sailing Club who backed our GoFundMe, and to our sponsors Nacra, OceanR, and SaunaFiain. "We couldn’t have done this without them."

Opportunity to reset for United

Wed, Jul 16, 2025

It appears as if the cup might have come at a good time for Galway United.

In-form Tribeswomen take on league leaders

Wed, Jul 16, 2025

Galway United Women would be forgiven for viewing their trip to Athlone on Saturday as a shot to nothing.

Four Coláiste Iognáid rowers selected to represent Ireland this summer

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

Paul Schofield will compete at the World Rowing Junior Championships in Lithuania, while Eoin O’Connaire has been selected to row at the Coupe de la Jeunesse in Austria — both events taking place in August.

Cappataggle gear up for auction and raffle fundraiser

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

The first raffle prize is a four ball at Ballinasloe Golf Club with a €100 restaurant voucher and chauffeur service with the second prize being a three-month family gym membership at ShearFitness. Other prizes include a €150 voucher at Gerry McGrath Tyres, €100 voucher for Corrib Oil Service Station, a €50 One4All voucher, car wash vouchers, and so much more.

Maigh Cuilinn handballers complete All-Ireland double

Thu, Jul 03, 2025

In the senior final, Maigh Cuilinn defeated the most successful team in InterClub history, Kells from County Meath. They became the first Galway team and only the third team from Connacht since the inaugural championship in 1969.

Mulkerrins powers to USHA title

Thu, May 29, 2025

Martin Mulkerrins claimed his second USHA national title after victory over Ray Ure in Springfield Missouri over Memorial Day weekend.

Coláiste Iognáid student named on Rowing Ireland team

Thu, May 15, 2025

A student from Coláiste Iognáid has been called up to represent Rowing Ireland at the U19 European Rowing Championships 2025.

Galway’s fighting four claim national titles

Thu, May 01, 2025

Galway Black Dragon fighters have claimed podium positions at recent kickboxing events.

Titans Basketball to launch ‘300 Club’

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Titans Basketball Club are launching the '300 Club' with a goal of rallying 300 supporters to contribute €5 or more per week to build on player development, club growth, and future ambitions.

United look to bounce back on derby day

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

A rotten run against Shamrock Rovers continued last Friday. However, Galway United have another chance to break a hoodoo on Saturday. If they beat Sligo in the Showgrounds, it would be their first away win in a Connacht Derby since 2003.

Mulkerrins remains top with victory in Tucson

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Martin Mulkerrins won his fourth Race 4 Eight title of the 2024/25 season at the 2025 R48 Hall of Fame in Tucson last weekend.

Galway United Co-op family bus to Connacht Derby

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Galway United Friends Co-op are running a family friendly bus to the derby clash with Sligo Rovers this Saturday, April 12.

Galway take on Cork again in league final showdown

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

The Galway Senior Camogie team travel to the FBD Semple Stadium for a repeat of last year's All-Ireland final to take on Cork in the Very Camogie League Division 1A Final on Sunday, April 13 (throw-in 2.15pm).

Tricky May kicks off with the visit of Wexford

Thu, Apr 10, 2025

Hosting Wexford has not been without its problems for Galway United’s Women. Saturday’s visitors spoiled the party on United’s inaugural competitive fixture in 2023. Last season, they caused more damage, when they came from behind to record an unlikely 2-1 win in Eamonn Deacy Park.

National Juvenile Indoor Championships brings success to Galway athletes

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Two days of the National Indoor Track and Field championships for U12s to U19s took place last weekend. Galway athletes excelled taking home multiple national medals, with notable success in the Race Walking events.

One of Galway’s finest Juvenile athletes, Loughrea star Darragh Fahy, secured a super Triple Jump gold medal, leaping 13 metres 57 to claim U19 gold. That rounds off a superb indoor season for Fahy in the Triple Jump having won the U20 title a few weeks ago and placing fourth in the seniors in February.

Galway’s All-Ireland journey begins stateside

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

Galway senior footballers make the trip across the Atlantic to kickstart their Connacht Football Championship campaign. They take on New York at a sold out Gaelic Park in the Bronx with throw-in at 8pm on Sunday, April 6.

Athenry Juvenile AC bring medals and new PBs home

Thu, Apr 03, 2025

The All-Ireland National Juvenile Indoor Championships took place over the weekend in Athlone. The club were well represented with five athletes participating over the two days.

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