Peaking at the right time could suit Galway, says Geraghty

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

The poor form of the Galway team in this year's National League was not a major concern to Kate Geraghty. The former minor star felt that the performance level in each game indicated that Galway were not far off the standard needed to make anyimpact in the Championship.

Carlow ref will miss his long-serving umpire for senior final

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

The man charged with handling Sunday's senior final will be without the help of his long-serving umpire when he blows the whistle for the decider this weekend.

Pure desire to win has brought us to this decider, says Cooney

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

The overwhelming refusal to be beaten even when the odds were working against them, has lifted Galway to this novel decider against Kerry, according to experienced player Charlotte Cooney.

Captain fantastic mining the Moycullen magic

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

There's definitely something in the water around Moycullen these times, especially in the realms of women's sport. If it's not Julie Ann Russell firing it into the French net; or Fiona Murtagh sweeping up French waters, it's the example being set by the all-energy captain of the Galway senior ladies team inspiring her side to this weekend's decider at Croke Park.

Galway ladies capture first All Ireland senior title

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

Galway 3-9 Dublin 0-11
It is exactly two decades since Galway stormed through to take their All-Ireland title. Could this year ending in four charm signify another victory for the Tribeswomen. Who could ever forget that day in Croke Park two decades ago? An awesome second-half display clinched an historic first All Ireland Ladies' Gaelic Football Senior Championship title for Galway against a Dublin side that was forced to endure their second successive final defeat at Croke Park.

Unladylike — chronicing the rise of the women's game

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

An unprecedented look at the history of Ladies Gaelic Football is contained in UNLADYLIKE a new book by Hayley Kilgallon, which will be published this September 12. This highly anticipated work chronicles the journey of a sport that began in the 1920s, faced significant opposition, and evolved into one of the nation’s most beloved sporting associations in the LGFA.

O'Connell's work-life balance is tough, but she loves it

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

When it comes to achieving a suitable balance between work and sport, Kerry footballer Aishling O’Connell has a tougher task than most within the inter-county game.

Tough games are a bonus ahead of final, says Moynihan

Thu, Aug 01, 2024

To be the best, you have to beat the best, but having to play two of the top four teams in the country in the run up to a final is a boost for the team's resilience, according to Galway manager Daniel Moynihan.

Homecoming events for Galway football team in Tuam and Galway today

Mon, Jul 29, 2024

Galway City Council, Galway GAA and the Emergency Services will host a homecoming for the Galway football team and management at Pearse Stadium today to celebrate the team’s extraordinary season.

Galway prevail in dramatic finale

Sun, Jul 28, 2024

Two frees from Carrie Dolan either side of an equalising point from Aoife Donohue carried Galway across the finish line in a tense and dramatic Glen Dimplex All-Ireland senior camogie championship semi-final at UPMC Nowlan Park this afternoon, sending the Tribeswomen back to Croke Park for their first final in three years.

Battle for fourth hots up as Sligo host United

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

There are more than bragging rights at stake as Galway United travel to the Showgrounds to take on Sligo Rovers on Saturday night (Kick-off 7.45pm).

Camogie U-16s lose final by slimmest of margins

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

The Galway U16 team suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Limerick in the All Ireland U16A Final on Saturday in Nowlan Park.

It was the first time in their history that Limerick contested the decider, and they clinched the title by the slimmest of margins at the first time of asking.

Shauna Bocquet achieves Paralympic dream

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

This week, Shauna Bocquet of Craughwell AC heard the fantastic news that she was selected on the Irish team for the Paris Paralympic Games.

The Arches Hotel and Paul Nash Travel team up for match day travel

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Joining forces, Claregalway's The Arches Hotel are 'thrilled to team up' with transport provider, Paul Nash Travel, to offer stress free transport for Galway supporters heading to Dublin for the All-Ireland Final on Sunday, July 28.

Take the stress out of driving to Dublin and just sit back, relax, and let Paul Nash Travel get you there and back safely, in comfort and in style.Departure time is scheduled for 9:30am from The Arches Hotel, so why not set yourself up for the day with a breakfast from The Arches Hotel before your journey begins.

Galway hit their stride ahead of All-Ireland final

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Róisín Leonard and Ailbhe Davoren struck crucial first half goals for the Galway ladies against Cork in the All-Ireland senior football semi-final at Glenisk O’Connor Park. Galway will now return to the final for the first time since 2019, where they will face Kerry.

Galway and Tipp set to repeat league final fixture

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

The Galway Senior Camogie team will face their toughest opposition yet when they take on Tipperary in the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Senior Semi-Final on Saturday at 3pm in Nowlan Park.

Three things that Galway need to beat Armagh

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Win the psychological battle
Anyone who observed Armagh’s Rian O’ Neill screaming down our Television screens after their narrow extra time victory over Kerry were left in no doubt that the Armagh lads are coming down the motorway this weekend intent on one thing only.

Extra time in All-Ireland finals is asinine

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Playing in a senior All-Ireland final in either football or hurling is a very special occasion. It is one an individual never forgets and one that many youngsters dream of, as they kick or puck a ball of sliotar off their gable wall at home, or at the local ball wall.

Even for those that do participate in finals, not many players have the privilege of playing in such a classic and memorable game as last Sunday between Clare and Cork.

Joycean quotes — the season in soundbites

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

Galway manager Padraic Joyce never disappoints when it comes to after-match soundbites. Here's a quote journey through the Championship thus far.

Psychologist's focus sees Galway prepare for the big moments

Thu, Jul 25, 2024

It's the little things that matter...because they can impact the big things. Little things make big things happen.

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