Precious bonus points accrued for Buccaneers despite close AIL defeat to Naas
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
Naas held on in a thrilling finish to defeat Buccaneers 35-29 in their Energia All-Ireland League Division 1B match that was moved at late notice on Saturday to Tullow’s 4G pitch.
Read more ...Westmeath underage squads in both playing codes are selected
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
Following the conclusion of the open training sessions for Under 14, Under 15 and Under 16 hurlers and footballers last week, the 2024 squads for each age group in both codes were selected, with all parents/guardians informed.
Read more ...Southern Gaels camogie playing squad receive end of inaugural season player nominations
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
Congratulations to Eimear Galvin and Natasha Galvin both of whom were nominated for the Westmeath Junior Camogie ‘Team of the Year.
Read more ...Eagerly contested local derby fixture fails to yield sought after winning goal
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
MONKSLAND UNITED 0 ST PETERS 0
Stalemate was the outcome of this CCFL Senior Division local derby fixture in Cushla Park on Sunday afternoon, an eagerly contested game failing to yield that much sought after winning goal.
Buccaneers RFC duly recognise Leo Galvin for his outstanding contribution and service to rugby
Thu, Nov 30, 2023
In recognition and sincere appreciation of his outstanding contribution and service to rugby in Athlone and beyond, Leo Galvin was granted Honorary Life Membership of Buccaneers Rugby Football Club at a recent full-house pre-match function in The Bounty.
Read more ...Willow Park avoid Paddy Cotter Cup shock with extra time win in TP Hickey Park
Thu, Nov 30, 2023
It took extra time to save Willow Park from being the victim of a giant killing act in the Paddy Cotter Cup on Sunday morning last
First Division leaders Temple Villa took an early lead at TP Hickey Park but Willow got back on level terms just before the hour mark. No further goals followed meaning extra time was needed to settle the tie, Colin Fortune’s charges going in front in the first period of extra time to advance.
Read more ...Westmeath GAA underage development squad open training sessions continue
Thu, Nov 30, 2023
Open training sessions for the Westmeath GAA underage development squads in both codes continues apace as the 2024 season looms.
On Wednesday night last, the astroturf in St Lomans played host to the U15 and U16 footballers, while the U14 footballers trained on the astro-turf facility in Cullion on Saturday.
Read more ...Northern delight as Buccaneers achieve their inaugural AIL Division 1B success in Belfast
Thu, Nov 16, 2023
Buccaneers recorded their first victory of this season’s Energia All-Ireland League when they came from behind to defeat Queen’s University 21-16 at The Dub, Belfast, on Saturday.
Read more ...St Peters continue their early season form with impressive league victory over Abbeyleix Athletic
Thu, Nov 16, 2023
Corey Jinks netted a hat trick as Abbeyleix Athletic were hit for six by St Peters at the Athlone Town Stadium last Sunday afternoon.
Read more ...Athlone Town’s path to the 2023 FAI Cup Final - the moments that mattered
Thu, Nov 16, 2023
Athlone Town will be hoping to reverse the result of the 2022 FAI Cup final when they play Shelbourne in the showpiece fixture in Tallaght Stadium on Sunday (kick off, 3pm).
Read more ...Athlone Town captain striving for silverware success as showpiece occasion awaits
Thu, Nov 16, 2023
Achieving a place in this season’s FAI women’s cup final is just reward for a season complete with consistent performances for Athlone Town captain, Laurie Ryan.
Read more ...Athlone Town’s goal threat gives just cause for FAI Cup Final optimism
Thu, Nov 16, 2023
The concession of just eight goals in 12 competitive fixtures has been the basis for Athlone Town’s positive form renaissance following the appointment of Ciarán Kilduff in June.
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