Galway WFC suffer setback in Wexford

Thu, May 06, 2021

It proved to be a most disappointing Saturday afternoon in the south east for Galway WFC, who suffered a 5-0 WNL defeat against a splendid Wexford Youths outfit.

O’Neill to use league campaign to build confidence

Thu, May 06, 2021

The 90th edition of the National Hurling League belatedly gets underway this coming weekend and will undoubtedly be a unique one, with the prospect of joint winners and no Division 1 final ever taking place a very real possibility.

Shane O’Neill’s Galway panel will be on the road early on Saturday for the trip to TEG Cusack Park in Mullingar, ahead of a 2pm throw-in against a Westmeath outfit whose ultimate target for the year will be a route back into next year’s Leinster championship via the Joe McDonagh cup.

Connacht prepare for bullish response from wounded Leinster

Thu, May 06, 2021

Connacht desperately want a repeat performance over Leinster when they meet in Saturday's Rainbow Cup second-round fixture at the Sportsground (7.35pm).

Connacht broke a 19-year run of defeats in the capital when they secured their first win in the RDS in January, and coach Andy Friend says it is this week's topic of conversation.

A Whistlestop Tour Of Irish Sporting Highlights Coming Up In 2021

Tue, May 04, 2021

With the winter months fading into obscurity, 2021 is now in full swing -- and that means the annual return of some of Ireland’s favourite sporting events. Accordingly, Irish teams and sports competitors -- not to mention, of course, the fans themselves -- are already gearing up for what might be an exciting year and, to mark the occasion, we will be taking a whistle stop tour of Irish sporting events coming up this year.

United triumph in Cobh

Sat, May 01, 2021

COBH RAMBLERS 0 GALWAY UNITED 4
As a particularly exciting SSE Airtricity League first division continues to unfold, Galway United travelled south fully aware of the significance of this Saturday evening encounter.

United travel to Cobh on Saturday

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

In a highly competitive SSE Aitricity League first division, important matches are arriving thick and fast for Galway United, who face Cobh Ramblers at St Colman’s Park on Saturday (7pm).

Galway WFC face tough test in Wexford

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

An interesting WNL campaign continues with Galway WFC facing a tricky test away to a highly regarded Wexford Youths at Ferrycarrig Park on Saturday (3pm).

In flying form - Emma reaches new heights

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

Galway's Emma Slevin is continuing to break new ground in her gymnastics career.

At the weekend she made history in Ireland when she became the first female to reach the finals at the European Gymnastics Championships in Switzerland.

Connacht secure deserved win against Ulster in final play

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

It had all the hallmarks of a rip-roaring inter-provincial. Despite the uncertainty of this new Rainbow Cup competition, and a troubled start with South African teams unable to travel, as far as inter-pros go, they don't come much more intense than Connacht's meeting with Ulster in Kingspan Stadium.

SPORTS SHORTS

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

The return of the Allianz hurling and football leagues will be hugely welcomed by Galway fans when they kick off next month.

As sports resumes across the country, live coverage of the hurling and football leagues will be broadcast for all those spectators who will not be able to attend games.

Galway WFC defeat Treaty United

Sat, Apr 24, 2021

GALWAY WFC 4 TREATY UNITED 1
Galway WFC earned an important WNL win over a spirited Treaty United outfit at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Cunningham nets late equaliser for United

Fri, Apr 23, 2021

GALWAY UNITED 2 UCD 2
Substitute Padraic Cunningham headed a late equaliser for Galway United, who divided the SSE Airtricity League first division spoils against UCD at Eamonn Deacy Park.

United face another important test on home turf

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

With a crucial SSE Airtricity League first division clash against UCD looming tomorrow at Eamonn Deacy Park (7.45pm), Galway United manager John Caulfield remains adamant that his players can enjoy a productive campaign.

Sweeney excited about significant potential in the west

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Eamonn Deacy Park will provide the backdrop for an important WNL clash on Saturday afternoon when Galway WFC host Treaty United (4pm).

Connacht players can make a case for Irish tour selection

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

It was a "landmark" victory two seasons ago. Connacht broke 60 years of defeats to Ulster in Ravenhill, and they need to do it again tomorrow evening when they meet in the first round of the new Rainbow Cup.

Significant new signing for Connacht

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

In one of the biggest overseas signings in several years, Connacht Rugby have boosted their squad for next season with the signing of Australian Super Rugby star Mack Hansen.

The Sydney-born fullback currently plays with the Brumbies in the Super Rugby competition, and is comfortable on the wing or outhalf, where he played as a school boy.

NUIG athlete selected for world relays

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Galway-based NUIG athlete Sarah Quinn has been selected on the Irish Women’s 4x100m relay team for the upcoming IAAF World Athletics Relays.

Galway to face Roscommon in Connacht Championship

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

This year’s Connacht Football Championship will see Galway and Mayo avoiding each other until a potential final.

DLR Waves defeat Galway WFC

Sat, Apr 17, 2021

DLR WAVES 2 GALWAY WFC 1
Substitute Katie Malone's 88th minute strike ensured DLR Waves earned a vital victory at the UCD Bowl.

Waweru scores late equaliser for United

Fri, Apr 16, 2021

GALWAY UNITED 1 TREATY UNITED 1
Wilson Waweru's stoppage time goal ensured Galway United and Treaty United divided the SSE Airtricity League of Ireland first division spoils at Eamonn Deacy Park.

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