Irish involvement in golf's 'fifth major'
Thu, Nov 28, 2024
The Players Championship in Sawgrass, one of the most prestigious events on the USA PGA tour, will have West of Ireland involvement in 2025 in the shape of Galway Bay Golf Resort course superintendent Damien Coleman.
Read more ...Maigh Cuilinn look to bounce back against Vikings
Thu, Nov 28, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn return to Spórtlann Mhichael Mhóir in Leitir Móir this Saturday at 5pm for what promises to be a critical clash against Waterford Vikings in the Basketball Ireland Men’s National League. Both teams come into the matchup with three wins apiece.
The Vikings will lean heavily on their dynamic duo of English native James Aboaba and USA born Aaron Jackson, who are combining for just over 50 points per game. For Maigh Cuilinn, neutralizing this pair will be central to their game plan.
Read more ...Russell crowned Women's Player of the Year 2024
Thu, Nov 28, 2024
Galway United's Julie-Ann Russell, Eve Dossen, and Brendan Clarke were awarded for their contributions this season at the PFA Ireland Awards 2024.
Read more ...Donohue a standout but pain of defeat still lingers
Thu, Nov 28, 2024
These end-of-year bashes are fun but they’re just not the same without a silver guest of honour.
Read more ...Connacht look to combat Bulls’ physicality as URC resumes at Dexcom
Thu, Nov 28, 2024
Connacht return to Dexcom Stadium for the URC’s round seven with a visit of South Africa’s most successful team, Vodacom Bulls, on Saturday (5.30pm).
Read more ...Leading Annaghdown to All-Ireland glory the goal for Duggan
Thu, Nov 28, 2024
She attended a very special reunion over a fortnight ago and on December 4 of this year, there will be another anniversary of a significant team milestone in the playing career of former Galway footballer Niamh Duggan.
Read more ...Connacht look to combat Bulls’ physicality as URC resumes at Dexcom
Thu, Nov 28, 2024
Connacht return to Dexcom Stadium for the URC’s round seven with a visit of South Africa’s most successful team, Vodacom Bulls, on Saturday (5.30pm).
Read more ...An Ceathrú Rua cruise into Connacht final with victory over Cill Chomáin
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Junior
An Ceathrú Rua had a successful weekend in their Connacht club football semi-final after their win over Salthill-Knocknacarra gave Maghnus Breathnach side an immediate return to intermediate football.
An Ceathrú Rua had a successful weekend in their Connacht club football semi-final after their win over Salthill-Knocknacarra gave Maghnus Breathnach side an immediate return to intermediate football.
Read more ...Push for playoff places starts now for Maigh Cuilinn
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn return corribside this Saturday night for a pivotal home clash against Drogheda Wolves at the University of Galway Kingfisher.
The game marks the beginning of a vital three-game home stretch, with playoff seeding for the Basketball Ireland National League starting to take shape as the season nears the halfway point.
Read more ...'Nono' McHugh inducted into FAI Hall of Fame
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
The Football Association of Ireland has inducted Galway native Nora 'Nono' McHugh into their Hall of Fame in recognition for her extraordinary contributions to Irish football.
Read more ...Success for Galway athletes at National Cross Country Championships
Thu, Nov 21, 2024
The biggest event of the domestic athletics calendar, the National Senior, Junior and Even Age Juvenile Cross Country Championships was held in the scenic but testing surrounds of Castle Irvine, Enniskillen last Sunday,
Read more ...St Michael’s claim senior status edging out epic encounter with Caltra
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
Intermediate
After two drawn games and a bout of extra-time, St. Michael’s finally overcame the challenge of a dogged Caltra last Saturday in the intermediate county final.
High hopes for Galway Athletics in upcoming National Cross Country Championships
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
National Cross Country Championships
This weekend sees the blue riband event of the domestic calendar, the National Senior, Junior and Even Age Juvenile Cross Country Championships take place, this year in the superb surrounds of Castle Irvine, Enniskillen.
Away trip to Killarney the start of crucial period for Maigh Cuilinn’s promotion aspirations
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn faces a tough test this Saturday as they travel to Scotts Lakers Killarney, their sole road game before an intense three-game home stint leading up to Christmas that could be pivotal in shaping their playoff seeding.
Read more ...Galway GAA hero Noel Tierney passes away aged 82
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
Galway football legend Noel Tierney has died at the age of 82. Regarded as one of the finest full-backs to play the game, he was part of the renowned Galway team to win three All-Ireland championships in a row between 1964 and 1966.
Read more ...Caltra and St Michael's to lock horns again in quest for senior football
Thu, Nov 07, 2024
Intermediate
Caltra and St. Michael’s played out a thrilling draw in the intermediate county final in Tuam Stadium last Saturday and will battle it out again in the same venue this Saturday at 1.45pm.
Paul Conroy wins Footballer of the Year as Galway scoop five football All-Star awards
Thu, Nov 07, 2024
It came as no surprise when Galway’s Paul Conroy was announced as PwC Footballer of the Year for 2024 at the All-Stars awards banquet held in the RDS, Dublin last Friday, November 1.
Read more ...Galway GAA Community and Health Conference 2024
Thu, Nov 07, 2024
This year’s Galway GAA Community and Health Conference will take place on Thursday, November 14 at 8pm in the Galway GAA grounds in Loughgeorge.
The theme for this year’s conference is 'We Are Community' and the speakers include Colin Bell, founder of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust, Galway footballer Gary Sice and county camogie star Niamh Hannify. The event will be MC’d by Ollie Turner.
Read more ...Clarinbridge secure Senior A status in battle for the ages
Thu, Nov 07, 2024
After 150 minutes split over two games, Clarinbridge were eventually crowned the Windows and Rooflights LTD Senior B Champions when they overcame Salthill/Knocknacarra in Gort on Sunday after two periods of extra time.
Read more ...Maigh Cuilinn eye bounce-back win against Malahide after cup thriller
Thu, Nov 07, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn face a key challenge this Saturday as they look to regroup from a dramatic overtime loss in the National Cup and refocus on their league campaign, hosting Malahide at the University of Galway Sports Arena (7:30 pm tip-off).
The team will look to steady the ship after last weekend’s heartbreaking 97-95 defeat to the Portlaoise Panthers in a first-round Cup exit that underscored their fighting spirit but also laid bare defensive vulnerabilities.
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