Connacht lose epic battle in the Alps

Thu, Apr 14, 2016

Connacht and Grenoble produced an epic European Challenge Cup quarter-final that beguiled and bedazzled the 14,876 fans at Stade des Alpes.

But at the end of a pulsating 80 minutes, Bernard Jackman's side prevailed by a single point, 33-32, and the former Connacht and Leinster hooker apologised for the victory.

Browne confident Connacht’s style will reap rewards

Thu, Apr 14, 2016

Connacht's exciting brand of rugby may be earning plaudits, but it is not enough, says second-row Andrew Browne.

Champions Cup beckons for Connacht with one more win

Thu, Apr 14, 2016

Win on Saturday, and Connacht will achieve their seasonal ambition to qualify for next season's Champions Cup.

Confident Connacht have a "real chance" in France

Thu, Apr 07, 2016

The only province without a trophy, Connacht truly believe this could be their year. As they head to France to face Grenoble in Saturday's European Challenge Cup quarter-finals (8pm), all Irish eyes are focused on Pat Lam's blossoming side.

The Connacht coach says while trophies do not define success, there is a "genuine" chance for this squad, several of whom will be leaving at the end of the season, to win silverware.

Confident Connacht have a "real chance" in France

Thu, Apr 07, 2016

The only province without a trophy, Connacht truly believe this could be their year. As they head to France to face Grenoble in Saturday's European Challenge Cup quarter-finals (8pm), all Irish eyes are focused on Pat Lam's blossoming side.

Connacht's victory celebrations cut short as Ulster test looms

Thu, Mar 31, 2016

What a week for Connacht Rugby. Top of the league with four Pro 12 games remaining, Connacht have had precious little time to celebrate a momentous victory over Leinster as they head to Belfast to face Ulster tomorrow evening.

Corinthians stun league leaders

Thu, Mar 31, 2016

Corinthians secured a valuable 21-10 Ulster Bank League win over a top-of-the-table Banbridge on Saturday afternoon in Cloonacauneen Park.

The Northerners had travelled with high expectations of clinching division one status with 11 wins under their belt, but Corinthians produced their best performance of the season to give them hopes of retaining their division 2A status.

Connacht 'buzzing' ahead of top-of-table-clash with Leinster

Thu, Mar 24, 2016

An interprovincial that is also top of the table - it does not come much bigger or better for Connacht Rugby.

O'Halloran relishes licence to attack

Thu, Mar 24, 2016

Ask Connacht fullback Tiernan O'Halloran if, at the start of the season, he would have expected to be facing Leinster on Saturday in a top-of-the-table Pro 12 clash, and the answer is a no brainer.

South African 'scoring machine' to boost Connacht

Wed, Mar 16, 2016

Connacht's first major new signing for next season, South African Marnitz Boshoff, is set to strengthen Pat Lam's options in the pivotal outhalf position.

The 27-year-old joins from the Johannesburg-based Lions on a two-year deal and could be at the Sportsground for pre-season training if released from his current contract.

Corinthians claim valuable win

Thu, Mar 10, 2016

orinthians secured a fine win against Malone in Cloonacauneen Park to keep their hopes of retaining their division 2A status for another season.

Galway women host newcomers

Thu, Mar 10, 2016

Eamonn Deacy Park will host the first visit of Kilkenny United WFC on Saturday (7.30pm) for their Continental Tyres Women’s National League clash with Galway.

Connacht prepare to lock horns with Scots

Thu, Mar 03, 2016

Pat Lam is preparing his league-leading squad for a physically demanding encounter against fellow play-off hopefuls Edinburgh in Murrayfield tomorrow (7.35pm).

Galwegians settle for bonus points in seven-try thriller

Thu, Mar 03, 2016

Galwegians will be targeting visitors Old Belvedere for a crucial Ulster Bank League division 1A fixture in Crowley Park on Saturday (2.30pm).

Corinthians claim valuable away win

Thu, Feb 25, 2016

Corinthians gave themselves a lifeline in the Ulster Bank League when they overcame fellow division 2A relegation strugglers Thomond by 12 - 3 in Fitzgerald Park on Saturday.

Corinthians, with the aid of the wind, were put under early pressure from their Limerick hosts and were penalised twice for infringing. However outhalf Frank McGibney was unable to make any headway into the teeth of the gale with his kicks.

Galwegians grab vital bonus-point win

Thu, Feb 25, 2016

Galwegians return to Dublin on Saturday for a tricky assignment against Ulster Bank League title contenders Lansdowne at the Aviva back pitch.

Connacht continue to learn lessons to keep them top

Thu, Feb 25, 2016

It is another big weekend for Connacht Rugby. Still sitting on top of the Pro 12 table, Connacht are preparing to step it up for the visit of former champions Ospreys to the Sportsground on Saturday (7.35pm).

Although Connacht could celebrate bagging 15 points from their last three games, coach Pat Lam says there is no room to get carried away with Ospreys now on the agenda.

Connacht did everything to keep Henshaw

Thu, Feb 18, 2016

Connacht left no stone unturned in their bid to stop Robbie Henshaw from heading to Dublin.

Connacht not taking Zebre lightly

Thu, Feb 18, 2016

Connacht head to Italy this weekend to face Zebre, looking for their 10th Pro !2 victory to maintain their push for Champions Cup rugby.

Galwegians need to make home advantge count over Garryowen

Thu, Feb 18, 2016

Galwegians return to Crowley Park this weekend needing a win to help them avoid relegation from the Ulster Bank League division 1A. The task does not get any easier with top four side Garryowen visiting on Saturday (2.30pm), and Galwegians are only too aware that points are desperately needed in their bid to steer clear of the relegation zone.

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