United is braced for UCD test

Thu, Sep 23, 2021

Galway United manager John Caulfield expects a lively SSE Airtricity League first division encounter against UCD at Eamonn Deacy Park tomorrow (7.45pm).

Andy Myler’s promising outfit have scored 49 goals in 22 fixtures with Caulfield acknowledging the students’ considerable potential.

All Ireland camogie champions

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

A newfound ability to react positively to events in a game stood to Galway’s credit when Cork scored the crucial goal late in Sunday’s All Ireland Senior Camogie final, captain Sarah Dervan revealed in the aftermath of the county’s fourth senior title.

Caherlistrane’s credentials will be tested by neighbours Corofin

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

The recent easing of restrictions by the Government will allow larger crowds to attend this weekend’s Claregalway Hotel Senior Football Championship fixtures, adding to the atmosphere that is fast building after the opening weekend.

Fourteen-man Cappataggle stun Mellows

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Cappataggle overcame the odds in remarkable fashion on Sunday afternoon to get their campaign off to a winning start, scoring the game’s last three points to get the better of Liam Mellows despite playing almost all of the contest a man short.

Women’s Rugby nightmare in Energia Park

Thu, Sep 16, 2021

Irish Rugby hit the headlines for the all the wrong reasons this week when Connacht Women were forced to change beside a rubbish strewn area for their final interprovincial against Ulster in Energia Park.

Who can break St Thomas' recent hold on the Galway hurling crown?

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

The opening weekend of the Brooks Group Galway Senior Hurling Championship kicks off tomorrow night when Tynagh/Abbey-Duniry take on Gort under the lights of Duggan Park. All 24 clubs are set for action as St Thomas’ aim to extend their recent dominance to a fourth year.

Galway back in Croke Park for third successive All Ireland camogie decider

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Galway are up against the doyens of camogie when they head to Croke Park for Sunday's All Ireland final (4pm ).

Moycullen given an opening day work-out as their title defence begins

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Champions Moycullen were made to work hard to ensure a positive start in defence of their senior crown on the opening weekend of senior football championship action.

This group three fixture was the game of the weekend on Saturday evening where Moycullen eventually overcame a spirited Claregalway side 2-13 to 1-15.

Sportsground ready for return of the Clan

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Some 3,000 supporters are expected at the Galway Sportsground when Connacht open their 2021 home season with a visit of London Irish on Friday (5.30pm).

In this second of Connacht's pre-season fixtures, coach Andy Friend says it is another opportunity to continue to fine-tune his squad's seasonal mantra after the recent 52-39 defeat to Worcester Warriors in England.

Galway football supporters ready to return as senior football championship begins

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

This weekend marks the beginning of the 2021 Claregalway Hotel Galway Senior Football Championship, kicking off later than usual due to the disruption to the football calendar caused by the pandemic.

Leinster edge Connacht in opening women's interpro

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

Connacht senior women's XV will be determined to come away from Musgrave Park on Saturday with a win when they face Munster in the second of the Vodafone Women's Interprovincial Championship (7.30pm).

Galway rivals clash in Connacht rugby derby

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

Galway city clubs Galway Corinthians RFC and Galwegians face each other in this season's Connacht Senior League at Cloonacauneen on Friday (8pm) in a game which will be streamed live for supporters.

'Heroic' defence ensures Galway advance to third camogie final

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

Galway senior camogie team marches on to another All Ireland final having seen off Tipperary at Croke Park on Sunday. by 1-13 to 0-12.

Tribesmen crowned All Ireland champs with dominant final display

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

The Tribesmen have won rugby league's All-Ireland trophy for the second time in their history.

Tough first final for Tribeswomen

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

Galway Tribeswomen made history competing in the inaugural All Ireland Women's Rugby League final, but found it a difficult arena against a well-organised Dublin City Exiles at Malahide Rugby Club.

The more experienced Exiles finished 44-0 winners to take the trophy, but the Tribeswomen gained valuable experience from their first campaign which was hit by the inability of opposition clubs to field during the season.

Tribesmen join their women's team for All Ireland finals

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Galway Rugby League will be well represented on All Ireland finals day with both the men and women's teams in action on Saturday.

Galway rowers excel at Irish championships

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Galway Olympic medallist Aifric Keogh was back on the podium when competing at the weekend's Irish Rowing Championships.

Connacht Rugby women return to action after 18-month break

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

After nearly two years inaction, women's rugby is returning, and Connacht senior women's XV will open their Vodafone Interprovincial Championship at the Sportsground on Saturday (2.45pm).

Galway face Tipperary in quest for third All Ireland camogie final

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

With the elite contestants in the senior camogie ranks now clearly defined, Galway will look to reach their third decider in a row as the same four counties prepare for Sunday’s All -Ireland semi-finals for the fourth successive year.

Aki takes centre stage with Henshaw

Thu, Aug 05, 2021

Connacht and Galwegians are celebrating the success of Bundee Aki who has been named on the Irish rugby team to take on the Lions in this weekend's deciding final Test against South Africa.

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