Galway youngsters excel on the national stage

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

There were a host of impressive Galway performances over the course of a busy weekend at the Irish Life Health Children’s Team Games, U12-U13 Championships and Juvenile Combined Events.

Craughwell AC had another superb championship day, winning five medals overall. In the children’s paired games, there was a fantastic double national title win for Craughwell duo Conor Mannion and Jack Hibbitt, who first sprinted to gold in the U9 60m and followed up within the hour to take a second title in the U9 300m.

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.

Galway will take on Tipperary for the second year in a row, Cathal Murray’s side emerging 1-11 to 0-8 victors back in November when the sides clashed in Páirc Ui Chaoimh.

United suffer disappointing loss

Fri, Aug 20, 2021

ATHLONE TOWN 1 GALWAY UNITED 0
This proved to be a bitterly disappointing and frustrating evening in the midlands for Galway United with a pumped up Athlone Town gleaning an important SSE Airtricity League win at Lissywollen.

Caulfield preparing for vital encounter in Athlone

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

An exciting SSE Airtricity League first division season continues tomorrow when Galway United travel to Lissywollen for a crucial clash against Athlone Town (7.45pm).

Lynsey McKey impressing in WNL

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

It has been a decade stuffed with splendid goals in the WNL for Lynsey McKey, who continues to deliver for Galway WFC.

From Boston to Lissywollen

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

One spectator entering Lissywollen for Friday’s SSE Airtricity League first division encounter between Athlone Town and Galway United is travelling from Boston to watch the game.

O'Keeffe optimistic about United's potential

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Conor O’Keeffe’s relevance to the Galway United cause should not be underestimated. Injuries hampered the Mullingar native during the first round of fixtures, but since returning to the team O’Keeffe’s enthusiasm and experience has been crucial in momentum being generated.

Underage action round-up

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Abbie Callanan struck a hat-trick as Phil Trill's Galway WFC U19s came from behind to defeat Athlone Town in a cup fixture at Dangan on Sunday.

Spellman continues to contribute

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Galway sport is sprinkled with unsung heroes, who quietly carry about crucial roles in their communities.

Galway WFC host Cork City on Saturday

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

The final series of matches in the WNL commence on Saturday with Galway WFC facing Cork City at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Connacht to play Worcester in pre-season friendly

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

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Connacht Rugby are still waiting for confirmation of this season's new United Rugby Championship fixtures, due to begin on September 25.

Medals galore for Galway athletes on national stage

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Galway's senior athletes took centre stage at the National Premier League Final on Sunday.

Galway gets ready for return of Féile na nGael

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Hundreds of Galway schoolchildren will contest matches over the next two weekends (August 21 and 28) in the battle for John West Féile county honours.

Camogie and hurling (Féile na nGael) take centre stage this weekend, while football (Féile Peile na nÓg) competitions get underway on August 28.

Caulfield wants to support local clubs

Thu, Aug 19, 2021

Forging meaningful relationships with local clubs is crucial for Galway United manager John Caulfield.

United defeat Shels

Fri, Aug 13, 2021

GALWAY UNITED 3 SHELBOURNE 1
This was one of those encouraging evenings when Galway United summoned a crucial victory on home turf at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Plenty of goals in national underage leagues

Thu, Aug 12, 2021

It was another encouraging weekend for Galway United's U14 outfit who cruised to an emphatic win over Longford Town.

Nigel Keady is still enjoying coaching adventure

Thu, Aug 12, 2021

Challenges will always exist, so for Nigel Keady development is key. Improving relationships, facilities, and players are just some of the demanding missions needing to be accomplished.

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