Galway defeat snatched from the jaws of victory

Thu, Jul 30, 2009

For nearly an hour everything was going to plan, but it all unravelled in the crucial last 13 minutes. Six points ahead Galway were motoring well, Waterford were in deep bother, and the signs suggested that the maroons would close the deal for the third week in succession.

Waterford, though, ploughed on defiantly. Dan Shanahan was summoned from the bench, and announced his arrival with an early fetch under pressure. Shanahan dragged his shot wide, but he remained cool, and gathered a few more aerial deliveries which ultimately ensured it was Waterford who prevailed.

Colga convincing winners in Irish Cup quarter-final

Thu, Jul 30, 2009

Colga girls’ u-14 team ran out convincing winners in the end of the quarter-finals match of the Irish Cup played in Mervue.

Galway hurlers ready as the hard road leads to Thurles

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Galway’s first hurling championship win over Cork since 2002 has prompted renewed hope in the county’s senior hurlers. However John McIntyre’s evolving team has little time to enjoy Saturday’s 1-19 to 0-15 victory over Cork as they head to Semple Stadium for their next assignment, an All Ireland hurling quarter-final with Waterford, on Sunday.

It’s now shoulders to the wheel for Galway footballers

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Galway footballers, beaten last Sunday, now face Donegal this Saturday at 5pm in Markievicz Park.

At a small stretch it is not beyond the bounds of possibility that they will beat Donegal, but then in the last eight they will face either Tyrone, Cork, or Dublin. Based on what we have seen thus far from our big ball team in the championship, can you see them beating any of those three? I hope I am wrong, but I cannot.

Guthrie’s return should aid United’s cause

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Galway United will not be short of motivation entering the Carlisle Grounds tomorrow for a highly important clash with Bray Wanderers.

Jes rowers selected for internationals

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Several rowers from Coláiste Iognáid have been selected to row in international competitions this month following the National Rowing Championships in Co Cork.

Gold rush for Galway swimmers

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Five national titles were the highlight of a successful Galway performance at the recent Irish National Age-Groups Championships in Dublin.

Mayo fully deserved their victory

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

Despite being bitterly disappointed like many other Galway people by our defeat to Mayo on Sunday, and the manner of it, it must be acknowledged that the better team won.

Three necessary improvements

Thu, Jul 23, 2009

1.The amount of ball lost in the tackle: On far too many occasions ball was turned over by Galway players. They allowed Mayo players to stop them and just physically rip the ball out of their hands. Mayo have obviously worked on their tackling, but from a Galway perspective it was most disappointing to see the likes of Finian Hanley, Paul Conroy, and others losing the ball in contact. Likewise we were blocked down on numerous occasions and that gives a great lift to the opposition. We must not allow that to happen this weekend.

Pressure mounts for Galway hurlers in winner-takes-all qualifier

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Having produced the substantial performance that was required in Ennis, an evolving Galway senior hurling outfit now head for Thurles on Saturday intent on taking the prized Cork scalp.

Mayo have the motivation to sneak past Galway on Sunday

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

My uncle worked in the pub business all his life. It’s all he really knew. I remember clearly one day as a young lad when he asked me what a pub needed to survive. I was young and innocent so I spoke of good food, passing trade, live music, a good pint of Guinness, a growing demographic in the area and some sponsorship of local teams and events. Yada, yada, ya.

Suspension-hit United must dig deep again

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

A fourth straight win over St Patrick’s Athletic is an encouraging sign for Galway United as they enter tomorrow’s Terryland Park clash with Dundalk.

Streets of Galway gets bigger

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Good news for runners and walkers still wanting to take part in this year’s Streets of Galway 8k Road Race.

Tough opener for Connacht

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Connacht face a tough opener in this season’s Magners League when they host Welsh outfit Ospreys on the weekend of September 4.

Smyth nets three titles

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

It was a great weekend for Mark Smyth, who netted three A titles at the 2009 Galway Lawn Tennis Club Championships, sponsored by Fitzgerald Grogan chartered accountants.

NUIG rowers star in Galway success at national champs

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Rowers from NUIG claimed five titles at the Irish National Rowing Championships over the weekend, including the blue riband event, the men’s senior eights.

Colga advance to last eight

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Colga FC girls u-14s have advanced to the last eight of the Irish Cup after a well-deserved 1 - 0 win over Templeogue United in Dublin.

Gilmore strikes it right at Derek Crowe Memorial

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Mass Sportskit retained the Derek Crowe Memorial 6-a-sides after they defeated 2002 winners, Classic Seven, 2-1 in last Sunday’s final.

Clean sweep for Galway ladies

Thu, Jul 16, 2009

Galway ladies football ensured a clean sweep of Connacht titles with the u-16s being the latest to overcome rivals Mayo.

The Galway side enjoyed a comfortable 3-14 to 1-7 victory, and they now play the Ulster champions Donegal on the weekend of July 26.

Saturday night showdown will be defining moment for Galway

Thu, Jul 09, 2009

Saturday evening in Cusack Park, Ennis will be a defining occasion for the Galway hurlers, who are completely aware that there is no margin for error. From here on in the Championship is knockout, and a doughty Clare team are willing and able to examine Galway’s resolve.

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