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The construction of the new Dexcom Stadium is at the heart of Connacht Rugby’s new five-year plan.

It has been a long time coming. A stand fit for purpose, protecting the growing band of supporters from the worst of the west of Ireland weather.

Connacht Rugby can celebrate the opening of the new Dexcom Stadium - some 99 years since the first recorded game was played at the venue.

Connacht Rugby is to lose long-standing coach Cullie Tucker, who is now moving into the Ireland set-up as the men’s U20 coach.

Connacht Rugby’s new North Stand at Dexcom Stadium is to be named ‘The Clan Stand’ to honour both past, present and future.

Connacht are back in Dexcom Stadium looking for a second successive home win when Welsh outfit Scarlets arrive in Galway on Saturday for their URC second round (1.45pm).

Dexcom Stadium, to be opened in January, and well-known coach Stuart Lancaster, are at the forefront of Connacht’s continued development under the leadership of CEO Willie Ruane.

Connacht Rugby’s first-serving CEO Gerry Kelly took centre stage at this year’s annual awards at The Galmont, winning the Lifetime Contribution to Rugby Award.

Galway City Councillor Michael Crowe has written to Connacht Rugby Chief Executive Willie Ruane, encouraging the province to consider Pearse Stadium in Salthill as the venue for a potential Challenge Cup semi-final, should Connacht reach the final four of the competition.

The construction of the new Dexcom Stadium is at the heart of Connacht Rugby’s new five-year plan.