U20s fall to semi-final defeat

Thu, Aug 01, 2019

The Galway U20 team fell at the semi-final hurdle last Saturday evening in Longford.

United look to end winless run against Drogheda

Thu, Aug 01, 2019

Promotion chasing Drogheda United will provide a youthful Galway United outfit with a stern examination at Eamonn Deacy Park tomorrow evening, kick off 7.45pm.

It has been a demanding campaign for United, who have introduced several teenagers throughout the season, but the news that Luke and Brian Comer have made a 40-acre site in Mountain South, Athenry, available to the club for the future development of a training complex is a most welcome boost according to manager Alan Murphy.

Galway Women return with a bang

Thu, Aug 01, 2019

Galway WFC returned to Só Hotel’s Women’s National League action on Saturday evening with a confident 4-1 win over Cork City WFC at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Galway Athletics Report

Thu, Aug 01, 2019

European Youth Olympics
Robert McDonnell of Galway City Harriers competed in two events at the European Youth Olympics in Baku, Azerbaijan, on the Irish team last week. McDonnell excelled in the the 400m placing ninth overall and clocking a superb new best of 48.42, and also starred on the 4 x 400m relay team, which placed sixth in the final, to top a great week’s competition for him.

Galway u20s unbeaten record is on the line in All-Ireland semi-final

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

A place in the EirGrid U20 All-Ireland final against the victors of Tyrone v Cork is the prize on offer this Saturday in Pearse Park, Longford.

United's young players deserve respect, not lambasting, says manager

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Galway United travel to City Calling Stadium on Saturday evening for an SSE Aitricity League first division encounter against Longford Town (7.30pm).

Galway rowers take on the world

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Three Galway rowers, Bríon O’Rourke, Eoin Finnegan and Cliodna Nolan are on the world stage this week at the U23 Rowing World Championships in Sarasota, Florida.

The two Galway oarsmen, O'Rourke and Finnegan, were part of the Ireland's coxed fours, while NUIG’s Cliodna Nolan was partnered by UCC's Aoife Casey in the women's lightweight double.

Minors must make up for Connacht final disappointment

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Galway minors' All Ireland hopes face another stern test when they take on Kildare in the All Ireland quarter-final in the third game of Saturday's triple header in Pearse Park, Longford.

Galway Ladies enjoy a much-needed break before quarter-finals

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Galway Ladies will enjoy a three-week break from competitive action to prepare for this season's 2019 TG4 All-Ireland Senior Ladies Football Championship quarter-finals.

Wexford minor hurlers will test Galway’s credentials

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

The Galway minor hurlers are preparing for an All-Ireland semi-final showdown with Wexford this coming Sunday in Croke Park (throw-in 1.30pm) after eventually seeing off the determined challenge posed by Clare last weekend in Portlaoise.

Galway athletes claim seven team golds

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Galway City Harriers’ athletes secured more success at the The National Juvenile Outdoor Track and Field championships which concluded at the weekend.

United seek to make amends after missed opportunity in Wexford

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

Galway United host Bray Wanderers in the SSE Airtricity League first division at Eamonn Deacy Park tomorrow evening (7.45pm).

Last Friday Alan Murphy’s outfit squandered some decent chances before eventually dividing the spoils with Wexford FC at Ferrycarrig Park.

Galway juniors out to stop Kerry's five-in-a-row

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

In a repeat of the 2018 final, Galway will face Kerry in the Junior All-Ireland final this weekend in O’Moore Park, Portlaoise.

Ladies look to top group after victory over the Kingdom

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

Galway Ladies complete their final group 3 fixture when they travel to Mullingar to take on Westmeath in the All Ireland Senior Football Championship on Sunday (1pm).

NUI Galway students excel in sporting arenas

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

NUI Galway athletes enjoyed a successful week competing on international and national stages.

O'Reilly's goals keep Galway in the camogie championship hunt

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

Galway are still very much in contention to add a camogie championship crown to their league title after securing a 2-12 to 1-10 victory over Limerick in Athenry.

National champion McDonnell in winning form ahead of international meet

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

Galway City Harriers’ athletes secured an 11-medal haul, including six golds, at the National Juvenile Outdoor Track and Field Championships U13-19 in Tullamore at the weekend.

The hugely talented Robert McDonnell won gold in the U18 400m final in a time 49.9. His clear winning margin is a sign of his strong form ahead of his international stage appearance this week in Baku in the EYOF Games.

Disappointing end to season for Galway footballers

Thu, Jul 11, 2019

Two goals down within 10 minutes, individual mistakes, a missed penalty and the 50/50 calls seemingly going the opposition's way ensured Galway lost by three points in the end, 1-13 to 2-13.

Basement battle weighs heavy on United's youngsters

Thu, Jul 11, 2019

Galway United make the long trek to Ferrycarrig Park for an SSE Airtricity League first division clash against Wexford FC tomorrow evening (7.45pm).

Galway up-and-coming athletics compete on international stage

Thu, Jul 11, 2019

Some of Galway’s top young athletes compete internationally this week as the summer track and field seasons kicks off in earnest at European level.

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