Connacht need to eradicate errors for French Challenge

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Stuart Lancaster’s Connacht head to France this weekend for their European Challenge Cup fixture against Montpellier on Sunday.

Record turnout for first race of the year

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

A record entry of close on 700 competed in the first road race of the year – the Campion Insurance Resolution Run over 5k, organised by Galway City Harriers

Connacht overwhelmed by Leinster in second-half

Sat, Jan 03, 2026

Leinster 52
Connacht 17

Frawley’s move a timely New Year boost

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

Connacht Rugby has been boosted this week with the confirmed news of Ciaran Frawley’s move west next season.

Fields of Athenry 10k reaches new heights

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

St Stephen’s Day delivered another outstanding chapter in the history of the Fields of Athenry 10K, with thrilling performances, record participation, and perfect racing conditions combining to create a memorable event.

University of Galway Mystics suffer loss in Christmas showdown

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

University of Galway Mystics were defeated by Clunetech Kilkenny Stars in a challenging game in Kingfisher on Sunday, December 28. Despite Mystics’ best efforts, including five three-pointers, Kilkenny Stars came out on top.

Maigh Cuilinn close the year with frustrating defeat

Thu, Jan 01, 2026

Maigh Cuilinn closed out 2025 with a disappointing home defeat, falling 64–76 to Killarney Lakers in a game that never fully caught fire despite early promise.

In front of a strong St Stephen’s weekend crowd, Maigh Cuilinn began with purpose but were gradually undone by the control of Killarney’s American point guard Stephen Kelly, who dictated tempo and tone throughout.

Frawley’s move a timely New Year boost

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Connacht Rugby has been boosted this week with the confirmed news of Ciaran Frawley’s move west next season.

Fields of Athenry 10k reaches new heights

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

St Stephen’s Day delivered another outstanding chapter in the history of the Fields of Athenry 10K, with thrilling performances, record participation, and perfect racing conditions combining to create a memorable event.

Maigh Cuilinn close the year with frustrating defeat

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Maigh Cuilinn closed out 2025 with a disappointing home defeat, falling 64–76 to Killarney Lakers in a game that never fully caught fire despite early promise.

University of Galway Mystics suffer loss in Christmas showdown

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

University of Galway Mystics were defeated by Clunetech Kilkenny Stars in a challenging game in Kingfisher on Sunday, December 28. Despite Mystics’ best efforts, including five three-pointers, Kilkenny Stars came out on top.

Defensive errors prove costly for Connacht

Sat, Dec 27, 2025

Connacht 24
Ulster 29 

Ulster 29 

David Burke — a leader who shaped belief and identity

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

There are careers that are remembered for silverware, and others that endure because they shape culture, belief and identity. David Burke’s 16 seasons in the maroon and white achieved both. As he steps away from intercounty hurling, Galway is not simply saluting a former captain or an All-Ireland winner, but honouring a figure who embodied what it means to represent the county with integrity, humility and unwavering commitment.

Connacht need to deliver festive cheer to fans

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

Winning is not coming easy to Connacht this season, and it gets even tougher during the festive season with interprovincials on the agenda.

Templeogue secure home win over University of Galway Mystics

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

University of Galway Mystics were defeated by Templeogue Mystics in Dublin on Saturday, December 20, in their final league fixture before Christmas.

Play-off position within reach for CC Mhaigh Cuilinn

Thu, Dec 25, 2025

Maigh Cuilinn return to the floor this Saturday night with momentum, motivation and a clear prize in sight.

Connacht need to 'toughen up' - mentally and physically

Sat, Dec 20, 2025

Dragons 48
Connacht 28

Connacht 28

Connacht must quell Dragons fire in 'important' URC game

Thu, Dec 18, 2025

Connacht will not be taking anything for granted when they return to Wales this weekend to face Dragons on Saturday evening.

Loughrea eye date with Croker

Thu, Dec 18, 2025

Galway champions Loughrea take on Sleacht Néill in the AIB All-Ireland Club Hurling Championship semi-final this Sunday at Parnell Park.

Ward hails 'special' group of players

Thu, Dec 18, 2025

Kilkerrin-Clonberne manager Willie Ward said the manner in which they carved out their win over newcomers St Ergnat’s, Moneyglass, who were appearing in their first AIB All-Ireland SFC club final at Croke Park, was superb.

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