Opportunity knocks in Tralee

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

The year, 1981, remains the last time Galway lifted a Division One National Football League title, a statistic that still jars when you consider the calibre of footballers who have worn the maroon and white in the interim.

New boys spark encouragement ahead of tricky Pats encounter

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

A sting still lingers from the conclusion of last Friday night’s opening game in Eamonn Deacy Park. United were bright and brave but didn’t get the rub of the green. Instead, Drogheda whisked away all three points thanks to an injury-time winner.

Gort showjumper bags first five-star in Bordeaux World Cup

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Former maths teacher, Jessica Burke secured her maiden five-star show jumping success at an exalted level, bagging the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup class in Bordeaux on Saturday with her rising star, Good Star du Bary.

Unbeaten Galwegians maintain push for promotion

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Galwegians continued their fine form with their 13th straight victory when UL Bohemians were the visitors to Crowley Park on Saturday in a top-of-the-table division 2B clash.

Mystics travel to the capital in need of wins

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

University of Galway Mystics return to action on the road this weekend, travelling to Dublin to face Swords Thunder on Saturday, 14 February, with tip-off at 5.30pm.

New rules to be trialled as Galway's camogie campaign gets underway

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Reigning All-Ireland camogie champions Galway kick the 2026 season off this Saturday against Kilkenny at Duggan Park in Ballinasloe.

No love lost in local derby on Valentine’s night

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Valentine’s night in the University of Galway Sports Arena will come with far more than romance attached as Maigh Cuilinn and Titans collide in a derby that could have a major say in the playoff picture.

Hurley misses penalty as United concede last minute winner to Drogs

Fri, Feb 06, 2026

David Hurley missed from the penalty spot as Galway United lost to a last gasp Drogheda United winner at Eamonn Deacy Park.

Connacht’s Cian Prendergast starts for Ireland in France

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Connacht Rugby is celebrating the promotion of captain Cian Prendergast to the Ireland team for this week’s Six Nations opener at Stade de France.

CC Mhaigh Cuilinn return to home action

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Maigh Cuilinn return to home action this Saturday night as they host Dublin Lions in the University of Galway Sports Arena at 7pm.

Moore stars on debut

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Emma Moore placed sixth in her debut at senior level at the World Indoor Tour Gold event in Ostrava on Tuesday.

THE FULL FORWARD: League form needs patience, not panic

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Despite managing just a single win from four National League outings, there is still a glass-half-full case to be made for the early season form of the Galway men’s flagship football and hurling teams.

Mystics to host National Cup winners

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

University of Galway Mystics return to action this Sunday, February 8, when they host Division One National Cup winners Limerick Sport Huskies at 3pm in the Kingfisher.

Galway Ladies look to bounce back

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Galway welcome Kildare to Tuam Stadium this Sunday as they look to bounce back from their first league defeat of the season.

Caulfield strikes a defiant tone ahead of league opener

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

John Caulfield was in combative form when he faced the media in advance of what is broadly expected to be a difficult campaign for Galway United in the top flight.

Connacht deliver hard-fought bonus win in Italy

Sat, Jan 31, 2026

“I thought the spirit of the lads showed at the end. To get the penalty and then go back for the bonus point for eight or nine minutes, and we got it in the end, delighted. We have not won every game this season, but today was a really important win for us.

Finnerty strikes on the buzzer as Galway travel home with both points

Sat, Jan 31, 2026

Galway arrived at the Athletic Grounds carrying the kind of pressure that can crush a young team. Pointless after two rounds of the Allianz League and still smarting from defeat against Mayo a week earlier, Padraic Joyce’s side knew another defeat would leave relegation fears looming large, with a daunting trip to Tralee next on the horizon. Instead, what followed was a display of defiance, bravery and attacking zest that reignited their season and delivered a famous victory, sealed by Rob Finnerty’s free right on the hooter.

Cork dig deep to secure win against dogged Galway

Sat, Jan 31, 2026

On a wet and windswept night in Salthill, Cork were forced to dig deep before emerging with a hard-earned 2-20 to 1-21 victory over a dogged and skilful Galway side that asked far sterner questions than the scoreboard might ultimately suggest.