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Galway arrived at the Athletic Grounds carrying the kind of pressure that can crush a young team. Pointless after two rounds of the Allianz League and still smarting from defeat against Mayo a week earlier, Padraic Joyce’s side knew another defeat would leave relegation fears looming large, with a daunting trip to Tralee next on the horizon. Instead, what followed was a display of defiance, bravery and attacking zest that reignited their season and delivered a famous victory, sealed by Rob Finnerty’s free right on the hooter.

It has been a difficult spell for the team. The loss of Moses Dyer has hurt. The unavailability of Patrick Hickey has left a chasm. The fall off in the form of key players and personalities has been the most damaging of all.

Just a few weeks ago, the nimble-fingered among us were able to grab screenshots of Galway United at the top of the table, in the in-play standings. The celebration police were on hand to remind them about how early in the season it was and how tightly packed the bunch was.

Ireland’s oldest man, Martin McEvilly, is celebrating his 108th birthday tomorrow, marking another incredible milestone with his family.

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Prior to the Christmas rush, it’s time to treat yourself to a great night of laughter, fun and top class drama in Athlone Little Theatre.

Before the Christmas rush, it's time to treat yourself to a great night of laughter, fun and top class drama in Athlone Little Theatre.

Athlone Little Theatre’s first play of the season is new to Ireland and a modern theatre treat that will resonate with audiences living in a digital age where social media is all consuming and internet slang is commonplace.

Athlone Little Theatre’s first play of the season is new to Ireland and a contemporary theatre treat that will resonate with audiences living in a digital age where social media is all consuming and internet slang is commonplace.

Connacht felt the full force of an Ulster outfit desperate for a victory when the two met again in this season’s women’s interprovincial series in Musgrave Park.