Rugby
Friend to deliver Connacht's new vision post-Covid
Thu, Jul 15, 2021
As a new-look Connacht takes shape for the coming season, head coach And Friend has had plenty of time to think about how to achieve on-field success. Day 11 of a 14 day quarantine in a hotel in Australia, Connacht Rugby coach Andy Friend is counting down the hours before being released. It is the first time he has been 'home' in three years - Covid having stymied any plans to visit family and friends. So when he signed a new contract to stay on at the Galway Sportsground for another two seasons, it was a stipulation that he be able to head home this summer.
GAA
Ladies Football Championship clash on Monday
Thu, Jul 29, 2021
An interesting TG4 All Ireland Ladies Football Championship continues with Monday’s Bank Holiday meeting at McHale Park (1.45pm) involving Mayo and Galway set to provide further drama.
Soccer
National underage leagues continue
Thu, Jul 29, 2021
Xavi Vazquez's particularly promising Galway United U14 outfit remain unbeaten following a 0-0 draw with a highly regarded St Patrick's Athletic.
Other
QuinnBet’s Gerry Shannon previews the Galway Hurdle
Thu, Jul 29, 2021
Thursday of the Galway races plays host to the famous ladies’ day where fashion enthusiasts will be vying for the top prizes on offer. Obviously, this time around the judges will have an easier time of picking the best dressed due to the reduced attendance, but no doubt competition will still be fierce.