Bonus points keep Connacht in contention

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

It was not the high note Connacht had sought to finish their first series of BKT URC fixtures, but the season is far from over, and new coach Stuart Lancaster has reason to be cautiously optimistic.

Maigh Cuilinn face major test in Killarney as losing run reaches three

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Maigh Cuilinn will travel to the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre on Saturday evening in search of something they have not produced since early October: a composed, 40-minute performance that withstands pressure and travels.

Galway’s Myers scores explosive first-round TKO in Letterkenny

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Galway boxer Jason 'Hands of Stone' Myers continued his unbeaten professional streak on Saturday, October 18 in Letterkenny, Donegal.

Connacht Cross Country Championships brings local success

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

The first day of the Connacht Clubs Cross Country Championships were held last Sunday last in Enniscrone, Co Sligo, in muddy and testing conditions. The Even Ages Juvenile races for U10 to U18 were held, along with Day two of the Connacht Senior League.

Galway United's season reaches its finale

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

At various points this season, both teams will have considered themselves clear of the sort of scenario that presents itself to the sides on Saturday in RSC.

Athenry Juvenile AC off to a flyer at Connacht Cross Country Even Ages

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Athenry Juvenile AC had a hugely successful weekend Day One of the Connacht Cross Country Even Ages in Enniscrone last Sunday.

THE FULL FORWARD: 'It's going to be an arm-wrestle' - Jeff Lynskey

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

For the fourth time, including replays, neighbours Loughrea and St Thomas’ will go toe-to-toe for Galway hurling’s biggest prize on Saturday evening in Pearse Stadium (6pm). And if history tells us anything, the margins will once again be razor thin.

Connacht's bonus point is 'no consolation' - Lancaster

Sat, Oct 25, 2025

Connacht, in suffering another narrow defeat - this time against Munster in Thomond Park - had to be content with a losing bonus point.

“Obviously very disappointed”, says head coach Stuart Lancaster, particularly having played well in the first half.

Historic win for Liam Mellows over dogged Rathnure

Fri, Oct 24, 2025

Liam Mellows rose to the occasion when it mattered most, overcoming a determined Rathnure side to win the OmniPro Minor Hurling Division 1 title at Samaritans St. Patrick’s Park on Saturday.

Mellows’ strength lay in their depth. With scoring threats across the pitch, Rathnure could never single out one danger man, as others continually stepped up.

Goals prove the difference as Mellows prevail in thriller

Fri, Oct 24, 2025

A thundering goal from Conor Kavanagh lashed to the net proved the impetus for a historic 2-16 to 0-19 win by the city side in a thrilling game in Athenry.

Young Galway stars shine at Connacht Primary Schools Cross Country Finals

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

The Connacht Primary Schools Cross Country Finals were held on Saturday, October 18 at Bushfield in Loughrea across four races. There were close to 600 athletes competing from across the province and there were some notable Galway medallists in the course of events.

Medal haul for Athenry Juvenile AC in Tuam

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Athenry Juvenile AC had a successful cross country event at the Galway Uneven Ages Cross Country Championship which was held in Tuam Palace grounds on Sunday, October 12.

Maigh Cuilinn face a season-shaping double header

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

The season wastes no time in cranking up the difficulty level for Maigh Cuilinn. One week after tasting defeat for the first time, they now walk into the kind of weekend that can bend a campaign out of shape — or harden one.

THE FULL FORWARD: 'Don't expect a classic' - Barry Cullinane

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

When the lights switch on at Pearse Stadium this Saturday night (7.30pm), two sides at very different points in their journeys will collide in the Galway Senior Football Championship final.

United's survival push hits boiling point

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Eamonn Deacy Park braces itself for its final home game of the season as Galway United take on Drogheda United in what could be a season-defining encounter for the Tribesmen.

Connacht need to ‘believe they can win’ against Munster

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

Connacht and Munster are both missing notable players for their BKT URC round five meeting at Thomond Park on Saturday (7.45pm).

Connacht fightback falls just short

Fri, Oct 17, 2025

Connacht 27
Vodacom Bulls 28

Vodacom Bulls 28

Hurling semis set to ignite Pearse Stadium

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

For the second weekend in succession, Pearse Stadium will host Galway GAA’s marquee fixtures under the Saturday night lights as the Galway Senior Hurling Championship semi-finals take centre stage.

Connacht prepare for bruising battle against the Bulls in Dexcom

Thu, Oct 16, 2025

Connacht face a quick-turnaround after a disappointing loss to Cardiff to host a first meeting of the season with South African opponents Vodacom Bulls at Dexcom Stadium on Friday (7.45pm).