St. Thomas will face stern test in All Ireland Final while Galway make light work of Laois
Thu, Jan 18, 2024
St. Thomas’ steadfast determination to etch their name on the Tommy Moore cup for the second time will face a severe test on Sunday afternoon in Croke Park when they take on Leinster champions O’Loughlin Gaels from Kilkenny in the All-Ireland senior hurling club final, which throws in at 1.30pm.
Read more ...Prospect of Champions Cup knockout rugby dashed as Connacht fall to Lyon
Thu, Jan 18, 2024
Connacht's disappointing result away to Lyon means that Pete Wilkin's side will not progress to the knockout rounds of the Champions Cup after their third defeat in Pool A. Furthermore, chances of Challenge Cup progression are similarly slim going into Friday's game against Pat Lam's Bristol Bears.
Read more ...Comings and goings as Caulfield shapes the squad to take on the Premier Division challenge
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
Galway United may have returned to the pitch only last week in advance of their first Premier Division campaign since 2017, but the sense in talking to manager John Caulfield is that preparations are well underway.
Read more ...Record entry for Fields of Athenry 10k
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
The annual Fields of Athenry 10k attracted a record entry of almost 1900 athletes on takes place St Stephens Day at 11am in the town, The traditional post Christmas race organised by host club Athenry AC was once again a resounding success with a top-quality field in attendance.
Read more ...Embrace the green with Bearna Golf & Country Club’s membership offer
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
In the heart of the picturesque Bearna region, nestled against the stunning backdrop of Galway Bay, lies a golfing haven that beckons enthusiasts to join its ranks. Bearna Golf & Country Club, renowned for its lush green fairways and panoramic views, is making waves in 2024 with an irresistible offer – a full membership priced at an astonishing €600.
Read more ...Two mouth-watering local clashes for Galway basketball fans
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
The Superleague Galway derby between Maigh Cuilinn and Maree is often a highlight of the basketball season west of the Shannon. Due to an issue with the University of Galway Sports Arena in November 2023, the first meeting of these great Galway rivals was postponed so that now we have two in as many weeks.
Read more ...Galway's season to start with Leitrim test
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
After a month without any football, Galway GAA supporters are eagerly looking forward to the beginning of the 2024 season which begins tomorrow (Friday) evening in the Connacht GAA dome against Andy Moran’s Leitrim at 7pm.
Read more ...Hurlers hoping for more clarity and vision in Laois
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
The Galway senior hurlers will be hoping for better visibility in Duggan Park on Sunday when they take on Laois in round three of the Walsh Cup after farcical scenes brought a premature end to their opening competitive game of 2024 last Sunday.
Read more ...Hansen injury a blow as Connacht travel to Lyon in an attempt to reignite their European challenge
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
By Conaill Muldoon
Connacht's form has been suitably erratic as we move through this midway juncture in the club rugby calendar. However, this week's opponents will provide the perfect opportunity for the men from the west to build on their recent victory over Munster.
Disappointment for Corinthians in Connacht Senior Cup SemiFinal
Thu, Jan 11, 2024
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Connacht end dire run as Hanrahan’s accuracy sees off Munster in downpour
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
Faced with the prospect of a sixth successive defeat in all competitions, Connacht overcame a New Year downpour when JJ Hanrahan’s accurate right boot saw them overcome injury-ravaged Munster in a 22-9 win at the Sportsground. The win breaks the duck of losses and boost the team ahead of next week’s Investec Champions Cup clash away to Lyons in France.
Read more ...Time to decide if I can commit to playing club and county this year, says Siobhan Divilly
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
At the heart of Kilkerrin-Clonberne’s march to a third consecutive currentaccount.ie All-Ireland senior club championship title against Ballymacarbry at Croke Park earlier this month were three families that helped to make up a large chunk of their playing and managerial personnel.
Read more ...Newly-promoted Sligo next up for Maigh Cuilinn this weekend
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
Maigh Cuilinn welcome recently promoted Sligo All Stars to the University of Galway Sports Arena this weekend for a rare 7pm Saturday evening tip off in the Basketball Ireland Men’s Superleague.
Coming off the back of a win in their last home outing in December 2023, Maigh Cuilinn will take on a Sligo All Stars team that sits just one win ahead of them in the overall league standings with the confidence to take what would be a huge win.
Read more ...Transfer speculation provides solitary off-season fare for United fans
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
It is a long off-season for League of Ireland fans. The excitement generated by promotion has made it even longer for Galway United supporters. They will have gone 17 weeks without competitive action by the time the new Premier Division season kicks off at home to St. Patrick’s Athletic on February 16.
Read more ...Trill’s ambition is to build on the success of last season
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
There are still nine weeks before the SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division kicks off. Yet Galway United Women’s manager Phil Trill is already focused on improving on a historic season.
Read more ...Review of the sporting year
Thu, Dec 28, 2023
The colourful look back on the year of sport in Galway by Ralph O'Gorman has become an iconic part of the New Year's reflection on the event on and off the field and tracks over the past twelve months. Enjoy.
Congratulations to Liam Nolan, the young Galway Golf Club member, on winning the Brabazon Cup, — that’s the trophy offered to the winner of the English Amateur Open Championship. The Open was played on the renowned Sunningdale Course. Not surprisingly Nolan is now eyeing up the composition of the British and Irish Walker Cup team. Fingers crossed.
Read more ...Munster challenge as Connacht look to avoid sixth successive reverse
Thu, Dec 28, 2023
Connacht will be hoping to avoid their sixth successive defeat when they host Munster at the Sportsground on New Year’s Day.
Read more ...Connacht chosen to use new medical cooling caps as part of concussion study
Thu, Dec 28, 2023
Connacht will be among five URC teams to use new medical cooling caps on players who have suffered concussive injuries over the next year.
Named PolarCap, the caps will be tested out by one team in each of the participating BKT URC countries - Connacht (Ireland), Edinburgh (Scotland), Scarlets (Wales), Vodacom Bulls (South Africa) and Zebre Parma (Italy). The feasibility study will be focused on the treatment effect of PolarCap on concussed players.
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