Connacht advance to URC play-offs with superb win

Fri, May 15, 2026

Edinburgh 5
Connacht 26 

Connacht 26 

Sean Doggett's privilege - Channelling pressure into hunger

Thu, May 14, 2026

A sprinter's world revolves around speed. Rule 101 is becoming accustomed to a fast-paced environment. Speed of thought, speed of action; the quickest runner across the line wins. Everything is geared towards hitting a goal in the fastest possible time. But even for Athenry's Sean Doggett, his rise is blink-and-you-might-miss-it quick.

Improving Connacht now face Edinburgh in fight for last eight

Thu, May 14, 2026

Connacht prepare for one final chance to secure a place in the BLK URC quarter-finals when they travel to Scotland to face Edinburgh tomorrow evening (Friday) at 7.35pm.

THE FULL FORWARD: Galway in Leinster pole position

Thu, May 14, 2026

Not since their entry into the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship in 2009 have Galway looked better placed to claim the Bob O’Keeffe Cup. On paper, they now appear the strongest side in the competition and, with three consecutive wins behind them, they are well positioned to reach another provincial decider.

Leinster final spot up for grabs for Donohue’s men

Thu, May 14, 2026

Galway's senior hurlers face arguably their toughest assignment yet when Dublin come to town this Saturday afternoon. A victory for the Tribesmen would secure their place in the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship final.

Tribeswomen's title charge enters crucial stretch

Thu, May 14, 2026

Galway United face the most significant test of their title credentials this Saturday in Tolka Park.

All to play for as United chase Connacht derby win

Thu, May 14, 2026

Rivalries will be renewed on Saturday night when Galway United face Sligo Rovers in The Showgrounds.

National success for Galway badminton

Thu, May 14, 2026

Connacht badminton players enjoyed a hugely successful weekend at the Victor Irish Graded Finals 2026 held at the National Indoor Arena in Dublin, capturing an outstanding nine gold titles and seven silver medals across multiple grades and events.

Four University of Galway rowers selected for World Cup I

Thu, May 14, 2026

Four University of Galway rowers have been selected in the Ireland squad for the upcoming Rowing World Cup 2026 in Seville.

Athletics roundup: Galway Track and Field Championships success

Thu, May 14, 2026

The Galway County Juvenile Track and Field Championships took place in Dangan over two days last weekend, with thousands of athletes and spectators in attendance across a packed events programme, with a club-by-club report below.

Connacht must do it all again against Edinburgh, says Lancaster

Sun, May 10, 2026

It was a “must-win” game, and Connacht delivered, ensuring Stuart Lancaster’s side remain in the hunt for the BKT URC quarter-finals.

Bonus-point win keeps Connacht in the hunt

Sat, May 09, 2026

Connacht, needing two wins to have a chance of making the top eight, delivered on the first count, overcoming Munster with a bonus-point win at Dexcom Stadium.

THE FULL FORWARD: Galway chase Connacht history

Thu, May 07, 2026

Though they were never going to say it publicly, once the championship draw was made, Padraic Joyce and Galway’s focus would have inevitably shifted towards a Connacht final on May 10.

Lancaster looks to Connacht’s try-scoring prowess to rattle Munster

Thu, May 07, 2026

Connacht are preparing for a game of “real significance” when they host Munster in Dexcom Stadium on Saturday night (7.45pm).

Big tests keep coming for United

Thu, May 07, 2026

Galway United came out of a busy bank holiday weekend with plenty of pride and two points to show for their efforts at home to St Pat’s and away to Derry City.

High flying hurlers push for third win on the trot

Thu, May 07, 2026

Galway's senior hurlers aim to build on their flying start to the Leinster championship on their first away trip to Kildare on Saturday afternoon.

Under 16 camogie stars to contest All-Ireland final once more

Thu, May 07, 2026

Galway and Kilkenny will lock horns again this Saturday as the sides could not be separated in a thrilling encounter last weekend.

Tribeswomen's crunch month kicks off up north in the All-Island Cup

Thu, May 07, 2026

Galway United Women could secure progression in the All-Island Cup this Sunday, when they travel to take on Lisburn Rangers for the first time in the competition.

Brannigan's podium finish a culmination of hard work and self belief

Thu, May 07, 2026

Galway Harriers AC runner Maebh Brannigan finished second in the women's field at the Dublin City Half Marathon last Sunday.

Maebh finished with a personal best time of 74.47 in a highly competitive women's elite field. She finished behind course record breaker Sorcha Nic Dhomhnaill of West Limerick AC and ahead of Parnell AC's Sheila O'Byrne.

Galway handballers finish pro season as top seeds

Thu, May 07, 2026

Martin Mulkerrins and Niamh Heffernan have ended their pro season campaigns as the top ranked number one seeds in the Men’s and Women’s Pro divisions.

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