Buccaneers RFC duly recognise Leo Galvin for his outstanding contribution and service to rugby

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

In recognition and sincere appreciation of his outstanding contribution and service to rugby in Athlone and beyond, Leo Galvin was granted Honorary Life Membership of Buccaneers Rugby Football Club at a recent full-house pre-match function in The Bounty.

Willow Park avoid Paddy Cotter Cup shock with extra time win in TP Hickey Park

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

It took extra time to save Willow Park from being the victim of a giant killing act in the Paddy Cotter Cup on Sunday morning last

First Division leaders Temple Villa took an early lead at TP Hickey Park but Willow got back on level terms just before the hour mark. No further goals followed meaning extra time was needed to settle the tie, Colin Fortune’s charges going in front in the first period of extra time to advance.

Westmeath GAA underage development squad open training sessions continue

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

Open training sessions for the Westmeath GAA underage development squads in both codes continues apace as the 2024 season looms.

On Wednesday night last, the astroturf in St Lomans played host to the U15 and U16 footballers, while the U14 footballers trained on the astro-turf facility in Cullion on Saturday.

Northern delight as Buccaneers achieve their inaugural AIL Division 1B success in Belfast

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Buccaneers recorded their first victory of this season’s Energia All-Ireland League when they came from behind to defeat Queen’s University 21-16 at The Dub, Belfast, on Saturday.

St Peters continue their early season form with impressive league victory over Abbeyleix Athletic

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Corey Jinks netted a hat trick as Abbeyleix Athletic were hit for six by St Peters at the Athlone Town Stadium last Sunday afternoon.

Athlone Town’s path to the 2023 FAI Cup Final - the moments that mattered

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Athlone Town will be hoping to reverse the result of the 2022 FAI Cup final when they play Shelbourne in the showpiece fixture in Tallaght Stadium on Sunday (kick off, 3pm).

Athlone Town captain striving for silverware success as showpiece occasion awaits

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Achieving a place in this season’s FAI women’s cup final is just reward for a season complete with consistent performances for Athlone Town captain, Laurie Ryan.

Athlone Town’s goal threat gives just cause for FAI Cup Final optimism

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

The concession of just eight goals in 12 competitive fixtures has been the basis for Athlone Town’s positive form renaissance following the appointment of Ciarán Kilduff in June.

Ciarán Kilduff dares to dream as thoughts turn towards FAI Cup Final success in Tallaght Stadium

Thu, Nov 16, 2023

Notable attributes of his own playing career, commitment, determination and focus are core features of the Athlone Town women’s senior team which have been guided to the Sports Direct FAI Cup Final by manager, Ciarán Kilduff.

Dubarry Park disappointment reigns as Buccaneers succumb to Old Belvedere league defeat

Thu, Nov 09, 2023

Biccaneers disappointing start in the Energia All-Ireland League continued with a fourth straight defeat when going down 45-19 to Old Belvedere in their Division 1B game played in front of a decent attendance at Dubarry Park on Saturday.

Having Your Cake - Curran features most prominently in Curraghboy native’s new book

Thu, Nov 09, 2023

Renowned Saint Brigid’s GAA club and Roscommon goalkeeper Shane Curran feature prominently in Curraghboy native John Scally’s new book ‘100 Extraordinary GAA Occasions’.

Impressive league form continues as Athlone Town complete their Lissywollen season with merited victory

Thu, Nov 09, 2023

Athlone Town women’s team concluded their 2023 home league campaign with a narrow victory over Wexford Youths last Saturday evening.

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