Late free throws deny Moycullen the President’s Cup

Thu, Jan 29, 2015

SSE Airtricity Moycullen could not make it a double victory for the club at the National Basketball Stadium on Sunday, edged out by C&S Blue Demons on a scoreline of 62-59.

After Moycullen’s u-20s had secured their National Cup on Saturday, hopes were high Moycullen could add the President’s National Cup to their growing trophy cabinet, but two late free throws ensured the decider went Cork’s way.

Connacht produce a stunning finish to set up rematch with Gloucester

Thu, Jan 29, 2015

ller instinct achieved their European Challenge Cup qualification goal in France, and now a date beckons with top seeds Gloucester in April.

Four Buccaneers players in Ireland squads

Thu, Jan 29, 2015

Four Buccaneers players have been named in Ireland squads for the forthcoming RBS Six Nations championships. Robbie Henshaw is, of course, already a key component of Joe Schimdt’s senior squad, while a trio of even younger Buccs - Rory Moloney, Stephen McVeigh, and Cian Romaine - have been included in the Ireland u20 squad by coach Nigel Carolan. Their first outing is an away game against Italy on February 6, and they tackle champions France in an Electric Ireland fixture at Dubarry Park, Athlone on Friday February 13.

Muliaina commends Connacht’s character

Thu, Jan 29, 2015

Former All Black centurion Mils Muliaina, who captained Connacht for the first time at the weekend, has applauded the attitude of his new teammates.

Only a bonus-point win could ensure a cup quarter-final for Connacht

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Connacht head coach Pat Lam has signed a new three-years deal ashis squad heads to France for the final European Challenge Cup pool fixture with qualification hopes still alive.

Lam instils belief, says Ruane

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Connacht Rugby CEO Willie Ruane says Pat Lam has instilled a culture of belief which has real effect on the province

"When I started as CEO, it was very clear the impact Pat has had on the squad of players, and also the organisation. Pat came in and immediately picked up where Eric [Elwood] left, building on the good work that had been done. He has instilled a real culture of belief amongst the senior team and that has had a big effect on the rest of the organisation as well.  

Connacht players named in Ireland squads

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Three Connacht players have been selected on the Irish women’s squad for the upcoming Six Nations.

In addition to the experienced Alison Miller and Claire Molloy, newcomer Sene Naoupu has also been named on the squad. Sene Naoupu, married to Connacht Rugby’s No 8 George Naoupu, is one of seven players who have been involved in the Ireland Sevens set-up.

Moycullen contest two national basketball titles

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Moycullen basketball fans head to Dublin this weekend in the hopes of claiming two national titles.

Mystics move up with back-to-back wins

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Basketball league plaudits go to NUIG Mystics who have surged into contention in the women’s first division with two wins in 24 hours.

Unlucky Galway WFC suffer injury-time draw

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Galway WFC are back on the road again this weekend when they travel to the capital to take on UCD Waves.

Delaney to visit Cappagh Park

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

FAI boss John Delaney is heading to the home of Knocknacarra Football Club on Sunday February 1 to view its ‘football for all’ programme.

New body to support women’s Gaelic players launched

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

The Women’s Gaelic Players Association has been formally launched this week.

Athenry Golf Club look for more success

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Athenry Golf Club is gearing up for a new year of activity, hoping for more success after last year’s honours.

Fallon in fine fettle for Ireland

Thu, Jan 22, 2015

Jamie Fallon of Craughwell AC continues to make a name for himself, coming in second at the Celtic International Cross Country.

Connacht prepare to knock Chiefs off top spot

Thu, Jan 15, 2015

Billed as a winner-takes-all contest, Connacht and Exeter meet on Sunday (3.15pm) in this season’s penultimate Challenge Cup pool fixture at the Galway Sportsground

Galwegians back on track

Thu, Jan 15, 2015

After two unexpected losses, Galwegians found their winning form on Saturday in a tough battle with UL Bohemians in Thomond Park.

The 18-15 win ensures Galwegians remain in pole position in the Ulster Bank League division 1b, but with only one point between themselves and Garryowen, they cannot afford any slip-ups in their bid to achieve promotion.

Corinthians in vulnerable place after a rampant Garryowen win

Thu, Jan 15, 2015

Corinthians have fallen to the bottom of the Ulster Bank League division 1B table after suffering their eighth loss this season.

Medtronic pull away in second half

Thu, Jan 15, 2015

All Ireland champions Medtronic have retained their Galway senior title after overcoming the Galway Garda by 1-11 to 0-6 in Tuam Stars Stadium during the week.

Moycullen advance in overtime to deny Titans

Thu, Jan 15, 2015

SSE Airtricity Moycullen emerged from a tense Western derby against JM&L Auctioneers Titans to book their place in the President’s National Cup final.

The Galway Titans were hoping to defend their title, but team fouls proved their undoing as they lost out 80-75 in overtime.

Moycullen u-20s through to final

Thu, Jan 15, 2015

Moycullen saw off the challenge of Munster rivals Neptune by 86-64 in the u-20 men's National Cup semi-final in the Mardyke Arena on Saturday evening.

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