Galway's Molloy named as Ireland captain for the Women's Rugby World Cup

Wed, Aug 02, 2017

Claire Molloy has been named as Ireland's captain for the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup.

The 29-year-old doctor who plays for Bristol RFC takes over the captaincy from Niamh Briggs, who was ruled out of the tournament earlier this week with injury.

Kerry game came a year too soon for Galway

Mon, Jul 31, 2017

The groan that echoed around the ground at the 70-minute mark was perhaps the most vocal reaction inspired by this lacklustre game before an audience of 65,000.

Footballers will need to be at their very best to take down Kerry

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

It has often been said a week is a long time in politics - it also applies to sport.

Minor hurlers set up semi-final clash

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

The Galway minor hurlers, under the guidance of Jeffrey Lynskey, will face Kilkenny in the All-Ireland semi-final on Sunday week (August 6) at Croke Park after a comprehensive 2-19 to 1-12 win over Clare at the redeveloped Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

Portumna's Jack Canning, who hit 1-3 in total, notched a 22nd-minute goal set up by a good run by Ben Moran that saw Galway lead 1-7 to 0-7 at the half-time.

Holohan's move into attacking position prompts growing confidence

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

Encouraged by two wins on the spin, Galway United will be hoping to test runaway leaders Cork City at Turners Cross in tomorrow evening's SSE Airtricity League premier divisions joust (7.45pm).

Galway women relish return to Deacy Park

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

Galway Women’s FC will be delighted to return to Eamonn Deacy Park for their next two fixtures after losing to Cork City in Bishopstown on Saturday.

Having travelled to Cork with high hopes after their recent win over league leaders Peamount, Galway contributed to an eight goal thriller, but in the end the hosts ran out 5-3 winners in this entertaining Continental Tyres WNL game.

Galway prepare for Tipp

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

Galway are through to the senior camogie championship quarter-finals where they will face Tipperary in Semple Stadium on Saturday August 5.

In a double header, Dublin, who finished behind Galway in group one, will face group two runners-up Wexford.

Tribesmen through to final again

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

The Galway Tribesmen met the Dublin City Exiles at the Claddagh last Saturday in the Rugby League Republic of Ireland semi-final.

Galway athletes claim medals at national champs

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

National Senior Track and Field Championships
Two Galway athletes were on the podium at the National Senior Track and Field Championships, held in Santry at the weekend.

Historic victory for Galway over world champs Australia

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

Galway is preparing to contest the All-Ireland Tag Rugby Championship in Cork on Suturday, boosted by a surprise victory over reigning world cup champions Australia recently.

Five-star Galway Women topple league leaders

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Galway Women’s FC put in one of their best performances ever when they ran riot against league leaders Peamount United winning 5-1 in Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday night.

Footballers need to play with passion and purpose

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

The Galway senior footballers will take on Rory Gallagher's Donegal outfit on Saturday evening in round 4A of the football qualifiers at Markievicz Park at 7pm.

Minor hurlers take on Clare on Saturday in championship

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

The Galway minor hurlers, under the management of Jeffrey Lynskey, will kick off their 2017 championship campaign this Saturday at the redeveloped Páirc Uí Chaoimh when they face Clare at 1pm in the All-Ireland quarter-final.

United ready for basement battle with Drogs

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Avoiding relegation remains Galway United’s objective so Friday evening’s SSE Airtricity League Premier Division clash against Drogheda United carries huge significance for Shane Keegan’s team.

Galway gymnasts heading to the European Youth Olympics

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Galway gymnasts Jane Heffernan and Emma Slevin are set to travel on Saturday to the European Youth Olympics Festival as part of a 40 strong Team Ireland.

Galway Athletics Report

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

European U23 Championships
Galway athlete Alanna Lally ran the race of her life, running for Ireland at the European U23 Championships in Bydgoszcz, Poland, last weekend, placing fourth in the European U23 800m final in a time of 2:05.63.

Still time to enter for Loughrea Triathlon Festival

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

With more than 60 per cent of entries already snapped up, time and space is running out for athletes to sign up for this year’s Loughrea Triathlon Festival.

Taking place on Sunday August 6, and hosted by east Galway based Predator Triathlon Club, the race hopes to attract almost 800 triathletes to the Co Galway town for the day long activities.

Historic victory for Galway over world champions Australia

Wed, Jul 19, 2017

On Monday evening Galway Tag Rugby hosted World Cup champions Australia in a series of matches in St Mary’s school grounds.

Liam Mellows and Craughwell had important wins last weekend

Thu, Jul 13, 2017

Galway city senior hurling side Liam Mellows had an important 1-16 to 0-14 victory over Cappataggle in a top table clash in their Senior A - Group 1 game last weekend.

Connacht signs Jarrad Butler

Thu, Jul 13, 2017

Connacht Rugby has announced the signing of ACT Brumbies' back-row forward Jarrad Butler on a three-year deal.

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