Mayo hurlers begin their Championship campaign on Saturday with a trip to Monaghan

The Tipperary county board has confirmed that their senior footballers will revert back to their traditional blue and gold jerseys for the All-Ireland semi-final against Mayo. Tipp ended an 85-year wait for a Munster title last Sunday when they defeated Cork…

Nov 25, 2020

Sligo Rovers take on Derry City tonight in FAI Cup quarter final

Nov 19, 2020

Deadline for applications for Sligo Senior job is tomorrow evening

The deadline for the vacant Sligo Senior Football job is tomorrow evening. Paul Taylor stepped down from his role as senior boss after two years last week. Expressions of interest need to be in with Sligo County Committee (secretary.sligo@gaa.ie) this Friday…

Nov 18, 2020

Connacht's Bundee Aki to start against England

Nov 15, 2020

Courts Service applies for planning permission to use Croke Park

The Courts Service has applied for planning permission to use Croke Park for trials next year. It's looking to use three levels of the stadium's conference centre to host up to three trials at a time between January and July. It comes as discussions continue…

Nov 14, 2020

Connacht suffer defeat at home to the Scarlets

Connacht have been beaten 20 points to 14 by the Scarlets in their Guinness PRO14 clash at the Sportsground. The result leaves Andy Friend's side second from bottom in Conference B.

Nov 14, 2020

Late surge from Kilkenny denies Galway the Leinster crown

Kilkenny have won their 72nd Leinster Senior Hurling Championship. They've beaten Galway on a scoreline of 2-20 to 24 points at Croke Park this evening. Richie Hogan and TJ Reid with the goals in the second half for the Cats. Joe Canning scored 13 points for…

Nov 14, 2020

Padraic Cunningham signs for Galway United

Galway United have announced the signing of Padraic Cunningham. The striker, who celebrated his 24th birthday on Friday, returns to the club following spells playing with the Galway GAA team, along with Annaghdown junior side Corrib Celtic. Cunningham joined…

Mickey Harte’s 18-year reign as Tyrone football manager is over. The 68-year old has confirmed he’s stepping down, after he was refused a one-year extension. Harte led Tyrone to three All Ireland football titles, six Ulster Championships and a league title.…

Nov 13, 2020

Man of the match display from Lacken's Caelan Doris

Ireland have begun their Autumn Nations Cup campaign with a 32-9 win. Lacken native Caelan Doris produced an inspiring man of the match performance. Connacht’s Quinn Roux and debutant James Lowe scored the tries, but the victory came at a cost. Captain…

Ireland begin their inaugural Autumn Nations Cup campaign tonight. Kiwi-born winger James Lowe will earn his first cap as Andy Farrell's side welcome Wales to the Aviva Stadium. Lacken native Caelan Doris is also included in the team. Kick-off is 7.

Nov 12, 2020

Kyle Callan-McFadden departing Sligo Rovers

Kyle Callan-McFadden has ended his four-year stay at Sligo Rovers after deciding to relocate to the UK. The defender, who was made club captain in 2018, will join King's Lynn, a club located in Norfolk where his partner's family are based. King's Lynn play in…

Nov 12, 2020

Paul Taylor steps down as Sligo manager

Paul Taylor has this morning stepped down from his role as Sligo Senior Football manager. In a statement from Sligo GAA they say from the first time Paul pulled on the jersey of Sligo and his club Eastern Harps he has given 100% at all times to better the…

Nov 12, 2020

Galway United announce new deal with O'Neills Sportswear

O'Neills have signed a multi-year deal with Galway United FC. The deal will see the Irish sportswear giants supply kits for the League of Ireland First Division club from 2021 onwards. The Tribesmen, who play home games at Eamonn Deacy Park, appointed John…

Nov 12, 2020

Winner takes all clash for the Mayo Ladies on Saturday

It's a winner takes all clash in Parnell park on Saturday when Mayo & Armagh meet for a place in the All-Ireland Ladies Senior Football Championship semi-final to face Dublin. Peter Leahy's side stormed to victory last weekend but know they face a much bigger…

Nov 11, 2020

Galway's Aaron Connolly ruled out of upcoming internationals due to injury

Brighton forward and Galway native Aaron Connolly has pulled out of the Republic of Ireland squad with an injury sustained in training yesterday. Preston striker Seani Maguire has been called up as a replacement for Thursday's friendly against England and the…

Nov 11, 2020

The Mayo Hurlers one step away from a place in the Nicky Rackard Cup Final

All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate Football Championship Kildare 5-13 0-4 Sligo

Nov 08, 2020

Roscommon book their place in the Christy Ring Cup semi-finals

Roscommon are through to the Christy Ring Cup semi-finals. They have defeated Sligo by 0-20 to 0-17 in Athleague.

Nov 08, 2020

Galway host Rebelettes in the All-Ireland Camogie Championship

Champions Galway welcome Cork to Pearse Stadium this afternoon in Group 1 of the Liberty Insurance All Ireland Camogie Championship. The winner of today's clash will top the group. The game throws in at 2pm.

Nov 08, 2020

Live Commentary of Mayo vs Roscommon this afternoon

Its Connacht Senior Football Championship semi-final day as Roscommon and Mayo meet at Dr. Hyde Park from 1:30pm. Chris Barrett and Diarmuid O'Connor come in to start for James Horan's side. Meanwhile, Cathal Cregg will make a record fiftieth championship…

Nov 07, 2020

Mayo's Nicky Rackard Cup semi-final opponents confirmed

The Mayo hurlers will play Leitrim in the Nicky Rackard Cup semi-finals next weekend. Leitrim defeated Longford in Round 2B of the competition by 1-11 to 0-12 points. The time and venue for the semi-final clash is expected to be announced tomorrow.

Anthony Cunningham has announced his starting 15 for Sunday's Connacht Semi-Final with Mayo. Colm Lavin – Éire Óg David Murray – Padraig Pearses Conor Daly – Padraig Pearses Sean Mullooly – Strokestown Ronan Daly – Padraig Pearses Brian Stack – St Brigids…

Nov 06, 2020

Mayo make two changes for Sunday's clash with Roscommon

Mayo travel to Dr Hyde Park on Sunday for a Connacht semi-final clash with Roscommon at 1.30pm. Following an eleven point win over Leitrim last weekend the team named shows two changes from that win. In to the team comes All-star defender Chris Barrett and…

Nov 06, 2020

Connacht's clash with the Dragons has been postponed

Connacht's trip to the Dragons in the Guinness PRO14 tomorrow has been postponed. It's after the Welsh club had seven players test positive for COVID-19 this week. The PRO14's organisers say they hope to be able to refix the game in early 2021.

Nov 06, 2020

Galway United's fight for promotion continues this evening

Galway United travel to the capital on this evening for the First Division play-off final against Longford Town. Kick-off is at 7.45pm at the UCD Bowl. The winner of the game will face the club that finishes second last in the Premier Division table - for a…

Nov 05, 2020

Two Mayo men named in the Ireland squad for upcoming internationals

Two Mayo men have been named in the Ireland squad for the upcoming Guinness Series and Autumn Nations Cup matches. Connacht's Dave Heffernan & Leinster's Caelan Doris are both named in the 34 man panel. James Lowe , Billy Burns and Shane Daly have also been…

Nov 05, 2020

David Cawley signs new two-year contract extension with Sligo Rovers

Nov 04, 2020

Sligo concede Connacht semi-final to Galway after positive Covid-19 tests

Sligo are the first team that have been forced to give a walkover in the football championship, due to Covid-19. They've conceded their Connacht semi final on Saturday to Galway, after several members of their bubble tested positive for the virus. A statement…

Nov 03, 2020

Sligo GAA issues statement confirming Covid-19 cases in football panel

Sligo GAA have confirmed that a number of members of their senior football panel have returned a positive Covid-19 test. The county board says that ‘The players in question are currently in isolation and following HSE guideline as are a number of close…

Nov 03, 2020

Fintan Burke gets all-clear ahead of Leinster Hurling final

Galway hurling manager Shane O'Neill has received an early boost as he starts planning for a Leinster final showdown with Kilkenny with debutant Fintan Burke set to be available. The St Thomas' clubman didn't suffer any significant damage after suffering a…

Nov 03, 2020

Galway receive boost as Walsh set to be fit for Championship

Galway have received a double boost ahead of Saturday's Connacht SFC semi-final against Sligo with captain Shane Walsh fit to lead the side and former All-Star Ian Burke recovering from a leg injury. Walsh came on as a substitute in that Allianz League loss…

Nov 03, 2020

Sligo GAA confirm multiple Covid-19 cases in football panel

Sligo GAA have a significant number of positive Covid-19 cases in their football panel and are awaiting further results on more players. This has put their Connacht Championship semi-final meeting with Galway this weekend in considerable doubt. Sligo tested a…

Nov 02, 2020

David Gough appointed as referee for Mayo & Roscommon on Sunday

David Gough has been confirmed as the referee for Roscommon & Mayo in Sunday’s Connacht Senior Football Semi-Final. The Meath official had decided to opt out of Inter-county refereeing earlier this year due to the pandemic but returned in September. Sunday’s…

Nov 02, 2020

GAA to receive almost €31 million euro in funding this year

Gaelic Games bodies will receive almost €31-million euro to help battle the impact of COVID-19. 15-million alone will help cover the cost of the respective inter-county championships. It’s all part of an 85-million euro package announced by Sport Ireland.

Nov 02, 2020

Cillian O'Connor makes the GAA.ie team of the week

Mayo’s Cillian O’Connor has been selected on the GAA.ie team of the week. He is the only Mayo player to get the nod following their victory over Leitrim. There are three players each from Donegal and Armagh included in the team. There is one player selected…

Nov 01, 2020

Mayo hurlers to face the winners of Longford & Leitrim

The draw took place tonight for round 2B of the Nicky Rackard Cup. Mayo will play the winners of Longford & Leitrim on the weekend of November 14th in the semi-finals. Derek Walsh’s side will have home advantage for the clash after their impressive win over…

Nov 01, 2020

Camogie: Galway ease to victory to set up enticing clash with Cork

Galway hammered Offaly in Group 1 of the Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Camogie Championship. The reigning champions winning by 3-13 to 0-3.

Nov 01, 2020

Mayo set up a semi-final meeting with Roscommon next Sunday

In the Connacht Senior Football Championship, Mayo will face Roscommon in the semi-final after they beat Leitrim by 2-15 to 0-10 at Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada. Cillian O’Connor led the way with 1-10 and the overall team work-rate throughout was admirable.…

Nov 01, 2020

Galway host Offaly in the All-Ireland Camogie Championship

Reigning champions Galway take on Offaly at 2 o'clock this afternoon in Pearse Stadium in Group 1 of the Liberty Insurance All Ireland Camogie Championship. The Tribeswomen will be looking to make it two wins from two while it's Offaly's first game after…

Oct 31, 2020

National honour for Mayo referee

Martin Halligan, Secretary of the Mayo Branch ISRS has been elected to the position of Treasurer of the National Council of the Irish Soccer Referee's Society. Martin has served in various roles at national level in the last number of years most recently as…

Oct 31, 2020

Galway through to Leinster Senior Hurling final

Galway and Kilkenny will meet in this year's Leinster Senior Hurling Championship final. The Tribesmen beat Wexford on a scoreline of 1-27 to 17 points at Croke Park this evening. Brian Concannon with the goal for Shane O'Neill's side in what was his first…

Oct 31, 2020

Galway United overcome Bray in the playoffs

Galway United defeated Bray Wanderers this afternoon in the First Division play-off. An 82nd minute goal from Wilson Waweru secured the win for John Caulfield’s side.

Oct 31, 2020

Galway Ladies pip Tipperary in pulsating encounter

Galway 1-15 Tipperary 1-14 By DECLAN ROONEY Aishling Moloney scored an inspirational 1-10 for Tipperary, but Galway held on for victory following a pulsating TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship encounter at the Gaelic Grounds. A first-half goal from Lucy…

Oct 31, 2020

Mayo hurlers ease past Tyrone in the Nicky Rackard Cup

The Mayo hurlers are through to the semi-finals of the Nicky Rackard Cup after overcoming Tyrone by 18 points. It finished in Omagh Mayo 1-24 0-9 Tyrone. Mayo can now look forward to a home semi-final in a fortnight against the winners of Round 2B.

Oct 30, 2020

Draw for the FAI Cup Semi-Finals has taken place

The Extra.ie FAI Cup semi-final draw has been made, with holders Shamrock Rovers facing the winners of Sligo Rovers v Derry City if they can get past Finn Harps in two weeks' time. The winners of Athlone Town v Shelbourne will welcome either Bohemians or…

Oct 30, 2020

Galway name their team to face Wexford

The Galway Senior Hurling Team to face Wexford in the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Final has been announced: Éanna Murphy (Tommy Larkins) Seán Loftus (Turloughmore) Fintan Burke (St. Thomas') Aidan Harte (Gort) Padraic Mannion, Capt. (Ahascragh…

Oct 30, 2020

Two Ballina Rugby players included in the Ireland U18 side

Two Ballina Rugby players have been selected for the Ireland U18 side. Harry West & Fiachna Barrett are now classed as National Talent Squad players and will receive all the supports that goes with that from both Connacht Rugby and IRFU High Performance…

Oct 30, 2020

Galway United taking on Bray Wanderers for the second time in a week

Galway United travel to the Carlisle Grounds for the second time in just a week on Saturday to take on Bray Wanderers in the play-off semi-final. Kick-off: 3.00pm. United booked their place in the play-offs by securing a 2-2 draw against UCD on Tuesday night…

Oct 30, 2020

Leitrim name their starting 15 for Sunday's clash with Mayo

Leitrim have announced their team to face Mayo on Sunday in the Connacht Football Championship. Terry Hyland is handing out two Championship debuts. The starting 15 is as follows: 1.Brendan Flynn 2.Donal Casey Donal Wrynn Conor Reynolds David Bruen 6.Aidan…

It's a big evening for Bohola's John Mountney who is part of the Dundalk side in action at the Emirates Stadium against Arsenal later in the Europa League. It's an 8pm start tonight for Dundalk's glamour tie against Arsenal in Group B. David Luiz will be…

Oct 29, 2020

Ballyglass man nets the winner for Finn Harps last night

A late Ryan Connolly penalty gave Finn Harps a narrow victory over St Patrick’s Athletic in their bid to avoid the relegation play-off in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. The Mayo man got the crucial goal in Ballybofey last night.

Oct 29, 2020

Ladies Gaelic footballers to get travel expenses for the first time

Ladies Gaelic footballers are about to get travelling expenses for the first time from their own association. It is understood to be a unique, temporary measure, specifically designed to lessen the additional financial burden on them caused by the Covid-19…

Oct 28, 2020

Connacht set to be reacquainted with Pat Lam in this season's Champions Cup

Oct 27, 2020

Referee confirmed for Mayo vs Leitrim in the Connacht Championship

Down Match official Paul Faloon has been confirmed as the referee for Mayo v Leitrim in the Connacht Senior Football Championship on Sunday. The game throws in at 1.15pm in Carrick-on-Shannon and will be live here on Midwest Radio Sport with Michael D…

Oct 27, 2020

North Mayo golf course to host 2021 Irish PGA Championship

Carne Golf Links in Belmullet will be hosting the 2021 Irish PGA Championship. In a statement on their social media they say 'It will be the honour of a lifetime to showcase these hallowed links to the world.' They are 'looking forward to safely welcoming…

Oct 26, 2020

Mayo's Nicky Rackard Cup clash with Tyrone is confirmed for Healy Park

The GAA have confirmed that Mayo’s Nicky Rackard Cup meeting with Tyrone will take place in Healy Park, Omagh this Saturday afternoon. The game gets underway at 2pm with the winners advancing to the semi-finals. Mayo were hugely impressive in their 25 point…

Oct 26, 2020

Galway United in contention for play-off spot tomorrow evening

Galway United host UCD at Eamonn Deacy Park on Tuesday evening in the final league game of the 2020 SSE Airtricity League First Division campaign. Kick-off: 7.45pm. The Tribesmen come into the fixture with the play-offs firmly in their sights, having won…

Oct 26, 2020

Seven-race card at Galway this afternoon

There is racing again today at Galway. The first of a seven race card is away at 1.20pm.

Oct 26, 2020

Mayo hurlers to meet Tyrone this weekend in the Nicky Rackard Cup

The Mayo hurlers have been drawn against Tyrone in the next round of the Nicky Rackard Cup. Derek Walsh’s side produced a terrific display at the weekend to see off Monaghan by 25 points. Mayo will now face Tyrone this weekend with the time and venue to be…

Oct 26, 2020

Connacht come out on top away to Edinburgh

Connacht 37 Edinburgh 26 Connacht secured an important in-conference victory in Murrayfield yesterday evening, consigning Edinburgh to their third successive defeat this season. Andy Friend’s team produced a energetic display with five tries, as both sides…

Oct 25, 2020

Sligo Showjumper takes top two places at two-star Grand Prix in Spain

A dominant performance from Sligo’s Richard Howley has seen him fill the top two places in today’s two-star Grand Prix at Valencia in Spain, taking victory with El Wee Widge and second place with Arlo de Blondel. From the 39 starters, 16 made it through to…

Oct 25, 2020

Galway suffer six-point defeat to Dublin in penultimate round of the league

Galway suffered a disappointing defeat to Dublin in Division One of the NFL this afternoon. Padraig Joyce's men would have been looking to get back to winning ways after defeat to Mayo last weekend. They got off to a good start and lead the five-in-a-row…

Oct 25, 2020

Mayo have been relegated to Division Two football for next season

Mayo have been relegated to Division 2 of the Allianz National Football League for the first time in 23 seasons. The left themselves with too big of a mountain to climb in the second half against Tyrone this afternoon. Tyrone started the game the stronger and…

Oct 25, 2020

Connacht make the trip to Edinburgh in the PRO14 this evening

Connacht will look to get back to winning ways when they make the trip to Edinburgh in the PRO14. Andy Friend's team will be keen to get back to winning ways in this encounter. Kickoff is at 7:35.

Oct 25, 2020

Racing continues behind closed doors in Galway this afternoon

There's an eight race card at Galway this afternoon from 12:40pm. Meanwhile, the first of seven races at Wexford goes to post at 1-o'clock.

Oct 24, 2020

Sligo Rovers back up to fourth in the table

Sligo Rovers beat Cork City 2-1 at the Showgrounds to go 4th in the Premier Division table this evening. Junior & Ronan Coughlan got the goals to seal all three points for Rovers.

Oct 24, 2020

Ballina man goes over the line for Ireland today

Ireland sit top of the Six Nations table this evening after a 50-17 bonus point win over Italy at the Aviva Stadium today. Ballina’s Dave Heffernan, CJ Stander, Hugo Keenan, Will Connors, Johnny Sexton, and Bundee Aki all went over the line for Andy Farrell's…

Oct 24, 2020

Sligo suffer two-point defeat against Limerick

Sligo suffered a two-point defeat to Limerick in Division 4 today. It finished 1-16 to 1-14 in favour of the Treatymen. Sligo did well in the second half to come back from a first half deficit of 1-9 0-4. Pat Hughes second half goal was not enough to salvage…

Oct 24, 2020

Roscommon are Division Two champions of the National Football League

Roscommon are Division Two Allianz National Football League Champions after defeating Cavan in Breffni Park. It finished Roscommon 1-12 to 0-13 Cavan. Roscommon's goal can after a neat team move, with Enda Smith palming to the net. Having lead the Ulstermen…

Oct 24, 2020

Mayo hurlers storm to 25-point victory over Monaghan

The Mayo hurlers had 25 points to spare in their Nicky Rackard Cup opener against Monaghan. They came out 3-32 to 2-10 winners in Clontibret. At halftime they lead the Ulstermen by 1-13 to 1-4. It is a great start to the competition for Derek Walsh's side.

Oct 24, 2020

Claremorris athlete undertakes fundraising campaign for cancer care facility

A Claremorris athlete is currently on a fundraising campaign over the Bank Holiday Weekend. Olivia Barrett is raising funds to help build the Daisy Lodge in Cong, a facility which will provide vital care for children with cancer. The Kiltimagh Knock United…

Oct 24, 2020

Galway name their team for tomorrow's clash with Dublin

The Galway team to play Dublin this Sunday in the Allianz Football League is as follows: 1. Bernard Power 2. Sean Kelly 3. Sean Mulkerrin 4. James Foley 5. Liam Silke 6. Gary O’Donnell 7. Johnny Heaney (c) 8. Cein D’Arcy 9. Tom Flynn 10. Paul Kelly 11. Paul…

Oct 23, 2020

Mayo make two changes from their win against Galway

Mayo host Tyrone on Sunday at 2pm in the final round of the Allianz Football league in Intersport Elverys MacHale Park. The game will be live on Midwest Sport with thanks to Ceramic City. Following the win last weekend over the Galway the team named shows…

Oct 23, 2020

Camogie Association restructuring their competitions

Oct 22, 2020

Roscommon GAA player has tested positive for Covid-19

Roscommon's senior footballers have been dealt a blow ahead of their Allianz Leagues Division Two clash with Cavan this weekend. There has been a confirmed positive coronavirus case within Anthony Cunningham's panel, with a number of other players also…

Oct 21, 2020

Golf courses will be closed from Midnight

Golf courses around the country will be closed from midnight. The Golfing Union of Ireland and Ladies Golf Ireland jointly confirmed the news this evening. They were informed by Sport Ireland today that they must comply with level-5 coronavirus restrictions…

Oct 21, 2020

Connacht GAA Secretary hopeful that U20 & minor competitions will be completed eventually

The GAA have confirmed that all under-20 and minor inter-county competitions will be paused after tonight. The decision has been made in light of the government's decision to move to level 5 of the Covid-19 restrictions which do not come into effect until…

Oct 21, 2020

Mayo man named to start against Italy in the Six Nations clash on Saturday

Will Connors and Hugo Keenan will make their Ireland debuts in Ireland's Guinness Six Nations clash against Italy on Saturday at the Aviva Stadium. The Leinster pair have impressed coach Andy Farrell with Connors starting in the back row at number 6, while…

Oct 21, 2020

Galway's u20 Football final this weekend is off as well as the Connacht Minor Championship

The Government this morning clarified that ONLY senior inter-county GAA activity will continue in the next six weeks as level 5 restrictions are set to kick in from midnight tonight. The decision means that Saturday’s All Ireland U20 football final between…

Oct 21, 2020

Only senior inter-county GAA matches can go ahead under Level 5 restrictions

Mayo produced a tremendous performance in Tuam this afternoon against Galway in Division 1 of the football League. James Horan’s side knew they needed to win going into the game with relegation looming and it was evident from the start that they were the…

Oct 17, 2020

Roscommon on course for an immediate return to Division 1

Roscommon 3-10 Armagh 0-15 Roscommon are on the cusp of a third promotion to Division 1 in five years after making their goals count against Armagh at the Athletic Grounds this evening. Two Enda Smith penalties and a Conor Daly goal made the difference for…

Oct 17, 2020

Two late points secures the win for Carlow over Sligo

Carlow 2-17 Sligo 2-15 Sligo narrowly lost out to Carlow this evening in Division 4 of the Football league. Two points right at the death secured the win for Niall Carew in his first match in charge of Carlow.

Oct 15, 2020

GPA concerned ahead of return to action this weekend

A Gaelic Players Association survey is asking inter-county stars if they want the Allianz National Hurling and Football Leagues and Championships to go ahead as planned. The representative body is posing the question directly to the players in a survey, with…

Oct 15, 2020

LGFA announces new sponsor for club football championships

The Ladies Gaelic Football Association has announced currentaccount.ie – the current account from the Credit Union – as new sponsors of the LGFA’s All-Ireland Ladies Club Football Championships. Currentaccount.ie will also sponsor the LGFA’s annual…

Oct 14, 2020

Mayo athlete travelling to Poland for World Half Marathon

A member of Ballina AC is travelling to Poland today to take part in the World Half Marathon Championship on Saturday. Hugh Armstrong from Knockmore is running in the international event, and is looking forward to the challenge. Hugh is a trainee accountant…

Oct 14, 2020

Galway team to play Mayo on Sunday has been named

The Galway Senior Football team to play Mayo in the Allianz League this Sunday in Tuam is as follows: Connor Gleeson Conor Campbell 3, Sean Andy Kelly Johnny Heaney (c) Liam Silke Johnny Duane Cillian McDaid John Maher Cein D'Arcy Eamonn Brannigan Michael…

Oct 13, 2020

Death has taken place of former secretary of Galway GAA

The death has taken place of John Power, former Secretary of Galway Football Board. John served as Secretary of Galway Football in the glorious era that saw the Tribesmen win the Sam Maguire Cup in 1998 and 2001. A native of Waterford, John who served as a…

Oct 13, 2020

Setback for Galway footballers ahead of weekend's action

Galway have suffered a setback ahead of their Allianz National Football League clash with Mayo on Sunday. The Moycullen players on the squad have been forced to withdraw after some members of their County title winning team have tested positive for Covid-19.…

Oct 13, 2020

Gardaí launch investigation into Roscommon GAA post-match dinner

Gardaí broke up a dinner of some 30 people that took place after a match in Co Roscommon. The Roscommon senior team played Donegal in a challenge game in Sligo on Saturday and after the game, members of Roscommon GAA, including players, stopped in Boyle for a…

Oct 13, 2020

Galway football manager displeased by leaked footage of Jim McGuinness

Galway manager Pádraic Joyce said that Jim McGuinness' involvement with the Tribesmen was a one-off session, but he has not ruled out utilising the former Donegal boss again. Joyce will wait for feedback from the players before deciding if McGuinness will…

Oct 12, 2020

ROI senior football squad hit with further Covid setback

Galway's Aaron Connolly has returned to the Irish squad for the UEFA Nations League match against Finland on Wednesday. He'll be joined by fellow Galweigan Ryan Manning who received the call up to Stephen Kenny's side. The Republic of Ireland are facing…

Oct 12, 2020

Galway's Ryan Manning called into the ROI senior football squad

A Galway man has been called into the ROI senior football squad. QPR's Ryan Manning become the latest west of Ireland native to make it into Stephen Kenny's plans, joining fellow Galweigan Aaron Connolly. The FAI will be hoping for a clean bill of health…

Oct 12, 2020

Galway's Aaron Connolly could return to the Ireland squad this week

Aaron Connolly could be available for Wednesday’s UEFA Nations League game in Finland after Adam Idah’s return to the squad was confirmed. The FAI need Brighton to agree to release the Galwegian after the HSE’s formal confirmation that the Abbotstown staff…

Oct 12, 2020

Jim McGuinness is not expected to be on the Galway coaching team

Jim McGuinness is not expected to be part of the Galway senior football coaching ticket for the forthcoming season. Donegal’s 2012 All-Ireland winning manager was filmed conducting football drills in Tuam on Sunday. However, it is understood he oversaw some…

Oct 11, 2020

Mike Solan has stepped down as Mayo U20 manager

Mike Solan has stepped down as Mayo U20 football manager. The Ballaghderreen man took over in October 2015 and less than six months later led Mayo to All-Ireland success after a thrilling final win over Cork in Ennis. During his time as manager, Mayo also won…

Oct 11, 2020

Five Ireland players to miss Wales game due to Covid-19

Five Republic of Ireland players are set to miss out on today's UEFA Nations League meeting with Wales after a positive Covid-19 case was confirmed within the squad. In a statement, the FAI say that the player in question, and four other players who have been…

Oct 10, 2020

Connacht suffer heavy defeat away to Cardiff

Connacht suffered a 29-7 defeat to Cardiff Blues in the Guinness PRO14 this evening. Andy Friend's men failed to register a point before the break but did score through Conor Oliver in the second period. It was a sluggish display from the westerners who will…

Oct 10, 2020

Kevin Johnson steps down as manager of Ballintubber

Kevin Johnson has stepped down as manager of Ballintubber. The Sligo native spent three seasons at the helm winning back to back county titles. Ballintubber GAA released the following statement last night. “After three very successful years with Ballintubber…

Oct 10, 2020

SSE Airtricity League season extended by a week

The SSE Airtricity League season has been extended by a week due to recent postponements. It means the Premier Division campaign will now conclude on Sunday November 8th, with all the games played simultaneously. Third-placed Waterford host Shelbourne at the…

Galway’s Aaron Connolly and Adam Idah were ruled out of Ireland's Euro 2020 playoff with Slovakia at the last minute after it emerged that a second FAI staff member had tested positive for Covid-19. Connolly and Idah are out of the fixture because they are…

Oct 08, 2020

Galway's Cliodhna Moloney nominated for Women's Player of the Year Award

Galway’s Cliodhna Moloney has been nominated for Women’s Player of the Year at this year’s Zurich Irish Rugby Awards. The Kilconly native will be going up against Edel McMahon and Linda Djougang on Saturday week October 17th.

Oct 08, 2020

Tom Parsons launches Mindspace Mayo campaign

Mayo footballer Tom Parsons is encouraging people who may be struggling with their mental health to ‘reach out, speak up, and talk to somebody’. The well-known midfielder was speaking at the launch of a new pocket-sized information card that has been produced…

Oct 08, 2020

GAA to hold a virtual meeting with its county Chairpersons this evening

Oct 06, 2020

Camogie Association suspends all club competitions

The Camogie Association has followed the GAA in suspending all club competitions in the interests of public safety, across all ages and grades. The country has moved to Level 3 in the management of the coronavirus pandemic, and yesterday the GAA announced a…

Oct 06, 2020

Inter-county season will resume, but all club matches suspended

Oct 04, 2020

St Thomas' complete the three-in-a-row in Galway

Oct 04, 2020

Mayo GAA Club results from Saturday

TF ROYAL HOTEL & THEATRE MAYO EXCXLUSIVE JFCB KNOCKOUT Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 3-11 v 0-8 Ballycastle NEW MAYO JBFC GROUP 4 Crossmolina Deel Rovers 0-12 v 4-8 Ballaghaderreen NEW MAYO JAFC GROUP 2 Davitts 0-10 v 1-14 Claremorris NEW MAYO JCFC GROUP1 Islandeady 5-10…

Oct 04, 2020

Mayo woman comes in 8th at the London marathon

Sinéad Diver recorded a brilliant 8th place at the 40th London marathon today The Belmullet woman completed the race in 2:27.06 just under three minutes outside her London 2019 pb 2:24.11. She gave a great display throughout the nineteen laps in central…

Oct 04, 2020

Mayo Football League results from last night

Elvery’s Sports Super League—Round 8 Ballyheane 4 v 0 Glenhest Rovers Swinford 3 v 5 Castlebar Celtic Castlecourt Hotel Premier League—Round 8 Snugboro Utd 0 v 5 Fahy Rovers Iorras Aontaithe 2 v 8 Straide & Foxford Utd Westport Utd ‘B’ 3 v 1 Killala Killeen…

Oct 03, 2020

Castlebar Mitchels are U16A County Football Champions 2020

Castlebar Mitchels 3-11 2-11 Ballina Stephenites

Oct 03, 2020

Connacht Senior Ladies Football Finalists confirmed

Connacht Senior Ladies Football Semi-finals Kilkerrin Clonberne 2-19 2-6 Carnacon St Nathys 1-10 1-6 Kilbride

Oct 03, 2020

Kiltimagh bow out of the Connacht Junior Football Championship

Connacht Ladies Junior Club Football Semi-final Naomh Mhuire 4-11 0-8 Kiltimagh

Oct 03, 2020

Sligo Rovers suffer four-goal defeat against league leaders

Shamrock Rovers hold an 11-point lead at the summit of the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. Jack Byrne scored one and laid on another for Graham Burke as the Hoops eased to a 4-nil win against Sligo Rovers last night.

Oct 03, 2020

Mayo GAA club results from Friday's games

EAST MAYO JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP Final Eastern Gaels 3-9 v 0-9 Kilmovee Shamrocks NEW MAYO JAFC GROUP 1 Charlestown Sarsfields 1-9 v 0-12 Aghamore U16 C Final Erris St. Pats 9-11 v 1-4 Swinford

Oct 02, 2020

Sligo Rovers travel to take on Shamrock Rovers tonight

Shamrock Rovers can establish an 11 point lead at the summit of the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division with victory at home to Sligo Rovers this evening. Kick off at Tallaght Stadium is at 7.45. Derry City play Waterford at the Ryan McBride Brandywell…

Oct 02, 2020

U14 County title success for Kiltimagh & Kilmovee

Mayo U14 A Championship Final Kiltimagh 2-07 Castlebar Mitchels 1-09 Mayo U14 C Championship Final Kilmovee Shamrocks 5-11 Cill Chomain 3-09

Oct 01, 2020

Sligo Rovers have extended their sympathy to the family of Robbie Brunton

Sligo Rovers have sympathised with the family of Robbie Brunton, who's died at the age of 47. Robbie played for the Bit O’ Red over two seasons, 1994-1995 and 1995-1996, playing 60 matches and scoring three goals. He was part of the Rovers side which beat…

Oct 01, 2020

Adrian Marren has announced his retirement from inter-county football after 16 years with Sligo

Adrian Marren has announced his retirement after 16 years with Sligo. Marren, a stalwart of the forward line for the Yeats County since making his debut in 2004, has opted not to return this winter. Sligo are due to play Galway in a Connacht semi-final on 7…

Oct 01, 2020

Aghamore and Eastern Gaels through to Canon Henry Cup final

Aghamore and Eastern Gaels will meet in the Canon Henry Cup final after their respective wins in the semi-finals last night at the Connacht GAA Centre in Bekan. Aghamore overcame Kiltimagh by 4-9 to 2-8, while Eastern Gaels defeated Ballyhaunis by 2-10 to…

Sep 30, 2020

Galway Senior Football & Hurling finals taking centre stage this Sunday

Moycullen and Mountbellew/Moylough will contest the Galway Senior Football Final on Sunday afternoon in Pearse Stadium. It’s after Mountbellew/Moylough ended Corofin’s seven year reign as County Champions last weekend while Moycullen overcame Tuam Stars.…

Sep 30, 2020

Former Mayo footballer says Government support for the Health & Fitness sector is vital

Former Mayo footballer, Conor Mortimer, said that health and fitness facilities are key for people's overall health and mental well-being, particularly in current times. Mortimer, who is the Leisure Club and Spa Manager at the Glenroyal Hotel in Kildare, was…

Tooreen captured the Mayo U21 Hurling title today after a 3-19 to 1-11 win over Westport. Tooreen were in control throughout and led by nine points at half-time.

Sep 26, 2020

Kilmovee Shamrocks Ladies march on in the Connacht Championship

Kilmovee Shamrocks are through to the Connacht Ladies Intermediate Football Semi-Final after a two point win over St. Brigid’s. It was a fascinating encounter with Shamrocks leading by 4-4 to 1-5 at half time. The Mayo Ladies won a final scoreline of 4-09 to…

Sep 26, 2020

Cortoon Shamrocks issue statement on the re-fixture of their IFC semi-final tie

Cortoon Shamrocks GAA have clarified the reason for the postponement of their Intermediate Football Championship semi final v Dunmore McHales last weekend. The match was due to be played last Sunday, but on the morning of the game one of their star player's…

Sep 26, 2020

Galway United suffer home defeat to Cobh Ramblers

Galway United have landed their first loss of the League of Ireland First Division under new manager John Caulfield. Cobh Ramblers defeated the Tribesmen 1-0 at home in Eamon Deacy Park last night. A ninth minute goal early on in the encounter from Ian Turner…

Sep 26, 2020

Mayo GAA underage results from Friday night

U14B Final KNOCKOUT Balla 1-8 v 6-12 The Neale U16 B ALL COUNTY GROUP 1 KNOCKOUT Breaffy 1-7 v 2-12 Castlebar Mitchels MAYO GAA U14 HURLING C FINAL Caiseal Gaels 2-8 v 3-6 Tuairín U16 B SEMI FINAL Cill Chomain 3-5 v 0-11 Charlestown Sarsfields

Sep 25, 2020

GAA confirm dates, times and venues for winter inter-county season

The dates, times, and venues have been confirmed for the winter GAA inter-county season. The last two rounds of the Allianz Football Leagues will echo in the return of football throughout the region. Oct 18: NFL - Galway v Mayo, 2pm Tuam Stadium Oct 25: NFL -…

Mayo’s Tom Parsons has replaced Seamus Hickey as the new chairman of the Gaelic Players Association (GPA). The Charlestown man was ratified by the official players body’s national executive committee last week, and he takes over from former Limerick hurler…

Sep 24, 2020

Sarah Rowe says uncertainty around Gaelic Football in 2021 made her decision to return to the AFL easier

Sarah Rowe says uncertainty around Gaelic football in 2021 spurred her AFL return. The 25-year-old recently signed with Collingwood to return for a third season as a professional Australian Rules player. Combining AFL while playing intercounty Gaelic football…

Sep 24, 2020

Mayo GAA results from last night

Canon Henry Cup Kiltimagh 2-16 Bohola Moy Davitts 2-14 Eastern Gaels 0-14 Swinford 0-08 Michael Walsh Junior B Cup Aghamore 0-13 Balla 1-06

Sep 23, 2020

Connacht will host Glasgow in their opening game of the PRO 14

Leinster will begin their Pro 14 defence with the visit of the Dragons to RDS on Friday, October 2nd. The fixtures for the new season were released this afternoon. On the same night, Ulster will entertain Benetton. The following day will see Munster go to…

Sep 23, 2020

Semi-Finals of the Galway Senior Football Championship this Sunday

The Galway Senior Football Semi-Finals will take centre stage in Pearse Stadium this Sunday. Moycullen and Tuam Stars will get proceedings underway at 1.30pm. The other semi-final is at 4.30pm between the reigning champions Corofin and Mountbellew/Moylough.

Sep 23, 2020

Mayo U16 Championship results

Mayo GAA Results U16 A County Semi-Final Castlebar Mitchels 1-14 Bohola Moy Davitts 1-08 Ballina Stephenites 1-13 Ballinrobe 2-08 U16 C Championship Swinford 2-09 Achill 0-09 U16 B Semi-Final Carras 3-10 Balla 2-12

Sep 23, 2020

Mayo people urged to get out and be active during European Week of Sport, which starts today

European Week of Sport gets underway today, and the Mayo Sports Partnership are calling on everyone to get out and be active over the coming week. There's a mixture of online and offline events taking place, making it easy to be active - even from the comfort…

A Mayo showjumper rode to victory at the International Grand Prix of Herzlake in Germany at the weekend. North Mayo man Jonathan Gordon earned a well deserved win at the event, coming out as the overall winner from a starting list of 59 competitors and 20…

Sep 21, 2020

Galway United travel to Dublin in the First Division this evening

In the SSE Airtricity First Division Galway United travel to Stradbrook Road on this evening for a midweek league fixture against promotion rivals Cabinteely. United have climbed up the league table over the last few weeks, winning four straight league games…

Sep 20, 2020

Mayo Football League results from today

Elvery’s Sports Super League—Round 6 Claremorris 1 v 7 Ballina Town Manulla 4 v 2 Ballyglass Ballyhaunis Town 0 v 0 Swinford Castlecourt Hotel Premier League—Round 6 Iorras Aontaithe 2 v 0 Manulla ‘B’ Kiltimagh Knock Utd 4 v 0 Killala Ballina Town ‘B’ 2 v 2…

Sep 20, 2020

St Brigid's are Roscommon Senior Football Champions 2020

Senior Football Championship Final Padraig Pearses0-8 1-11St Brigids Junior A Football Championship Quarter Final Western-Gaels1-14 1-11St Michael's

Sep 20, 2020

Knockmore end 23-year wait for the Moclair Cup

Knockmore are Mayo Senior Football Champions for 2020. They ended a 23-year wait for the Moclair Cup with a sublime performance against a tenacious Breaffy team. It was the west Mayo men though who drove on in the first half as Peter Forde's side led 0-7 to…

Sep 20, 2020

Sligo GAA Club Championship results from today

Homeland Senior Football Championship RD - Final Drumcliffe/Rosses Point GAA club 1-11 1-14 Tourlestrane Connacht Gold Intermediate Football Championship RD - Final St Molaise Gaels 1-10 1-16 Curry

Sep 20, 2020

Mayo GAA O'Mara Cup results from today

O MARA CUP KNOCKOUT Davitts 1-9 v 0-18 Garrymore The Neale 1-6 v 4-20 Claremorris

Sep 20, 2020

Castlebar Mitchels are Mayo Minor A Football Champions after an 8-goal thriller

Castlebar Mitchels are Mayo Minor A Football Champions after an 8-goal thriller in MacHale Park. Castlebar's five goals came in the first half and left their north Mayo opponents with a mountain to climb. At the break they led by 5-6 to 2-3. There was no…

Sep 20, 2020

Mayo Football League results from last night's games

Elvery’s Sports Super League—Round 6 Westport Utd 1 v 0 Glenhest Rovers Ballyheane 3 v 2 Castlebar Celtic Castlecourt Hotel Premier League—Round 6 Snugboro Utd 1 v 3 Straide & Foxford Utd Fahy Rovers 1 v 2 Conn Rangers Killeen Sports Grounds League One—Round…

Sep 19, 2020

Balla are Mayo Intermediate Football Champions

Balla are Mayo Intermediate Football Champions. They overcame Kiltimagh in an edgy encounter in Elvery's MacHale Park this evening. At half-time they led their near neighbours by 1-5 to 0-4. The maroon side managed to hold onto that advantage at the finish to…

Sep 19, 2020

Galway Senior Hurling semi-final postponed following Covid-19 case

A Galway Senior Hurling semi-final has been postponed due to a positive case of Covid-19. The clash between Cappataggle and St. Thomas’ was due to throw in at 1:30pm tomorrow in Pearse Stadium. The game will be re-fixed for a later date. Galway GAA have…

Sep 19, 2020

Roscommon GAA Club Championship results from today

Intermediate Football Championship KO Oran (Football) 2-16 2-9 St. Dominic's G.A.A. Club Junior A Football Championship Relegation playoff Boyle 4-7 1-10 Castlerea St Kevins Junior A Football Championship Quarter Final Clann na nGael 2-13 0-9 Roscommon Gaels…

Sep 19, 2020

Sligo GAA Club Championship results from today

Connacht Gold Junior A Football Championship RD - Final Tourlestrane 2 - 12 0 - 8 Owenmore Gaels Connacht Gold Intermediate Football Championship Relegation RD - Final St Michael's 1 - 9 2 - 17 Enniscrone/Kilglass Connacht Gold Junior B Football Championship…

Sep 19, 2020

Mayo GAA club results from today's games

EXCLUSIVE NORTH MAYO JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP Ardagh 0-13 v 4-11 Cill Chomain MICHAEL WALSH JUNIOR B CUP 2020 Bohola Moy Davitts 5-12 v 3-13 Hollymount-Carramore Claremorris 2-19 v 4-3 Crossmolina Deel Rovers Knockmore 0-11 v 0-8 Louisburgh TF ROYAL HOTEL &…

The countdown is well and truly on to the Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Final on Sunday. Breaffy and Knockmore meet at 3.35pm in the decider in Elverys MacHale Park. Midwest Sport caught up with both camps ahead of the big game. MidWest · Breaffy Manager Peter Forde…

It's County Final weekend and to preview all the action Midwest Radio will have a special Sports Talkshop programme this Thursday night between 10pm & 11pm. We'll hear from both the Breaffy & Knockmore camps ahead of the battle for the Moclair Cup and in…

Michaela Walsh speaks to Midwest Sports John Morley about her double gold success at the National Track and Field Championships, adapting to training during lock down and much more. The Swinford AC member is held in high esteem in the locality and nationally…

Sep 13, 2020

LISTEN: Ballinrobe athlete Sarah Quinn on her successful end to 2020

Ballinrobe Hurdler Sarah Quinn spoke with Midwest Radio's John Morley on the Sunday Sports show about her latest success at the National Track and Field Championships recently. The St Colman's South Mayo AC member came from behind in the women's senior race…

Sep 13, 2020

Kiltimagh finish strong to capture Mayo Ladies Junior Football title

Mayo Junior Ladies Football Final Kiltimagh 2-14 St. Brigid's 1-12 Mayo Ladies Senior Shield Final Burrishoole 2-11 Kilmoremoy 3-07 Mayo Ladies Junior Shield Final Ballyhaunis 2-10 Breaffy 1-06

Sep 13, 2020

Joanne Loftus from Moy Valley AC wins Silver at the All-Ireland Junior Women's Championships

Joanne Loftus from Moy Valley AC in Ballina has won a silver medal in the All Ireland Junior Women’s 3000m in Morton Stadium, Santry. It was Gutsy race and a tight finish. Well done to Joanne and her coach Phillip Finnerty.

Sep 13, 2020

Sunday's Mayo Football League results

Elvery's Sports Super League - Round 5 Ballyheane 1-0 Swinford Manulla 3-1 Castlebar Celtic Westport Utd 2-0 Ballyglass Castlecourt Hotel Premier League Ballina Town B 6-0 Snugboro Utd Iorras Aontaithe 4-2 Killala Killeen Sports Grounds League One Crossmolina…

Sep 13, 2020

Sunday's Mayo GAA results

North Mayo Junior B Championship Ballina Stephenites 2-15 Belmullet 3-10 Kilfian 3-09 Moygownagh 2-07 West Mayo Kelly Cup Breaffy 3-18 Islandeady 1-07 Westport 0-20 Louisburgh 0-16 South Mayo Junior B League Ballinrobe 1-10 Mayo Gaels 0-10

Mayo Ladies Senior Football Final Carnacon 2-15 Moy Davitts 0-12

South Mayo Junior B League Hollymount-Carramore 2-10 Ballinrobe 0-05 Claremorris 3-11 Mayo Gaels 1-08 West Mayo Junior B League Balla 1-15 Louisburgh 1-14

Sep 09, 2020

Ballina native becomes first ever woman to win Ultra Endurance Irish Cycle Event

Ballina native Rachel Nolan has become the first ever woman to win Ireland’s Phenomenal TransAtlanticWay Cycling event. The TransAtlanticWay is a 2500 km, one stage, self-supported road bike ride between Derry to Kinsale via the Wild Atlantic Way coastal…

Sep 09, 2020

Sligo Rovers secure LEADER funding for Master plan

Sligo Rovers have announced a successful application for LEADER Programme funding to prepare a masterplan to assess all aspects of the football club and infrastructural development. The application process began last year, with the club receiving confirmation…

Sep 09, 2020

Mayo GAA Golf Classic will be played in Claremorris later this month

The Mayo GAA Golf Classic returns later this month. The event will be held at Claremorris Golf Club on Friday and Sat 25 & 26th September, and all funds raised will go towards supporting the Mayo inter-county players and teams who are due to play in the 2020…

Sep 08, 2020

Mayo GAA U16 Championship results from this evening

South Mayo U16 A Championship Final Ballinrobe 4-14 Claremorris 1-05 South Mayo U16 B Championship Final Carras 1-13 Hollymount-Carramore 2-09 South Mayo U16 C Championship Final The Neale 5-07 Shrule/Glencorrib 1-09 East Mayo U16 B Championship Play-Off…

Sep 08, 2020

Former Mayo star appointed manager of Roscommon Ladies

Roscommon LGFA have announced the appointment of former Mayo star Diane O’Hora as manager of their intermediate team commencing in 2021. Diane is a former All Ireland senior winning captain with Mayo and has great experience and success in coaching and…

Senior Football Championship Semi Final Padraig Pearses 1-11 1-10 Clann na nGael Senior Football Championship Semi Final St Brigids 2-15 2-9 Boyle Junior A Football Championship Group A St. Dominic's G.A.A. Club 5-13 1-15 Castlerea St Kevins Junior A Football…

Sep 06, 2020

Mayo GAA Club Championship results from today

CONNACHT GOLD MAYO SFC KNOCKOUT Knockmore 0-17 0-13 Ballina Stephenites EGAN JEWELLERS MAYO IFC KNOCKOUT Ballinrobe 2-9 1-14 Balla CONNACHT GOLD MAYO SFC RELEGATION Bohola Moy Davitts 0-12 v 2-16 Claremorris TF ROYAL HOTEL & THEATRE MAYO JFC KNOCKOUT Kilmeena…

Sep 06, 2020

Mayo LGFA Championship results from today

Senior Championship Semi Finals Carnacon 3-13 Hollymount 0-04 Moy Davitts 3-14 Westport A 2-07 Intermediate Championship Semi Finals MacHale Rovers 3-10 Charlestown 2-11 Kilmovee Shamrocks 7-11 Castlebar MItchels 5-14 AET Junior Championship Semi Finals Tuar…

Sep 06, 2020

Claremorris Golf Club Junior team won the Kenny Cup yesterday

The Claremorris Golf Club Junior team won the Kenny Cup at Claremorris Golf Club yesterday. The following were members of the team: Darragh Joyce, John Heneghan, Ronan Fallon, James Woolley, Jason Morley (Captain). David Rattigan was the Junior Convenor in…

Sep 06, 2020

There's a seven card race in Ballinrobe Racecourse today

Ballinrobe's high-profile National Hunt card features seven races with the first off at five past two. The ground is Yielding, Soft in places and the forecast is for a mainly dry day with a slight risk of showers.

Sep 06, 2020

Mayo Football League results from last night's games

TP Brennan Connacht Shield Final in Lecarrow Ballaghaderreen 5 v 2 Colemanstown Utd Elvery’s Sports Super League—Round 4 Ballina Town 9 v 0 Ballyglass Manulla 4 v 1 Swinford Castlecourt Hotel Premier League—Round 4 Iorras Aontaithe 1 v 4 Westport Utd ‘B’…

Sep 05, 2020

Sligo GAA Club Championship results from today's games

Homeland Senior Football Championship RD - Semi Final 1 Drumcliffe/Rosses Point GAA club 1-7 0-9 CooleraStrandhill Homeland Senior Football Championship Relegation RD - Semi Final Coolaney/Mullinabreena 1 - 12 0 - 12 Eastern Harps Connacht Gold Intermediate…

Sep 05, 2020

Roscommon GAA results from today's matches

Senior Football Championship Relegation Playoff Tulsk Lord Edwards 1-10 1-9 Fuerty Intermediate Football Championship Semi Final 14:30Oran (Football) 4-16 0-4 St Aidan's Intermediate Football Championship Semi Final St. Faithleach's 0-10 1-9 St. Dominic's…

Sep 05, 2020

Mayo GAA Club Championship results from today's games

SATURDAY 05TH SEPTEMBER, 2020 CONNACHT GOLD MAYO SFC KNOCKOUT Westport GAA 0-13 0-15 Breaffy EGAN JEWELLERS MAYO IFC KNOCKOUT Kiltimagh 0-20 1-12 Hollymount-Carramore EGAN JEWELLERS MAYO IFC RELEGATION Swinford 2-8 0-13 Islandeady TF ROYAL HOTEL & THEATRE…

Sep 04, 2020

John Caulfied picks up his first win as Galway United manager

John Caulfield picked up his first win as Galway United manager this evening with a 4-1 win over Athlone in the First Division. Enda Curran opened the scoring from the penalty spot which was followed up with a brace from Mikey Place and Vinny Faherty was on…

Sep 04, 2020

Friday night's Mayo GAA results

Mayo Minor B Semi-Final Balla 1-12 Aghamore 1-11 South Mayo Minor A Championship Final Claremorris 2-09 Ballinrobe 1-11 South Mayo Minor B Championship Final Davitts 3-12 Carras 0-11 Mayo Minor C Championship Semi-Final Ballyhaunis 4-13 Crossmolina Deel…

Sep 04, 2020

Manulla B book place in semi-finals of Calor Gas Premier Cup

Manulla B have booked a place in the Calor Gas Premier Cup semi-final, after defeating Partry Athletic by two goals to one last night in the quarter final. The semi-finalists in the Premier Cup are Ballina Town B, Manulla B, Moy Villa and Westport United b.…

Sep 04, 2020

Top-level meeting today to discuss possible lifting of restrictions at matches

The Minister for Sport is meeting public health officials and top sporting figures today to discuss the lifting of restrictions at matches Until recently, up to 200 people were allowed to gather together for a sporting event, but last month the Government…

Sep 04, 2020

Down to the last four of the Mayo Club Championship

There is another exciting weekend in store with the semi-finals of the Mayo Club Championship. In the Connacht Gold Senior semi-final Breaffy & Westport will clash at 7.15 in Elverys MacHale Park on Saturday evening which will be preceded by the Intermediate…

Sep 03, 2020

Mayo GAA U14 Championship results from Thursday evening

Sep 01, 2020

Mayo GAA Club Championship results from yesterday

MONDAY 31ST AUGUST, 2020 SOUTH MAYO JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 2 The Neale 2-10 v 2-17 Mayo Gaels MAYO GAA HOMELAND U14 B ALL COUNTY GROUP 1 Naomh Padraig 4-15 v 2-8 Knockmore

Aug 31, 2020

Racing in Roscommon gets underway at 4pm

A 7-race card at Roscommon gets underway at 4pm this afternoon. The ground at Roscommon is soft, yielding in places.

Aug 31, 2020

Roscommon SFC semi-final pairings

Clann na nGael finished strongly to book themselves a semi-final date with Padraig Pearses after a 0-14 point to 1-9 victory against Western Gaels at Dr Hyde Park yesterday. Padraig Pearses overcame Roscommon Gaels by 0-19 points to 0-9 in Ballyforan. In the…

Aug 30, 2020

Details confirmed for semi-finals of the Mayo Club Championship

The details have been confirmed for the Semi-Finals of the Mayo Club Championship. Elverys MacHale Park will again play host to double-headers on Saturday & Sunday. On Saturday evening at 5.30pm in the Intermediate Football Championship semi-final…

Aug 30, 2020

Ballina's Jesse Devers finds the net as Sligo Rovers advance in the FAI Cup

Sligo Rovers have beaten UCD 3-1 at the Bowl to make the quarter-finals of the FAI Cup. Kyle Callan-McFadden, Ronan Coughlan and Mayo man Jesse Devers all found the back of the net for the visitors.

Aug 30, 2020

Munster comfortably see off Connacht in the PRO 14

Munster defeated Connacht by 49 points to 12 at the Aviva Stadium this afternoon to book a PRO 14 semi-final spot. Johann van Graan's side will meet Leinster in the last four of the competition next Friday evening. Chris Cloete, Jeremy Loughman, Tadhg Beirne…

The second weekend of the National Seniors Track and Field Championships took place this weekend in Morton Stadium, Santry, Co. Dublin. Swinford A.C's Michaela Walsh showed lockdown didn’t set her back winning double gold in the U23 women’s shot put and…

Aug 29, 2020

Saturday night's Mayo Football League results

Elverys Sports Super League Claremorris 2-1 Ballyheane Castlecourt Hotel Premier League Iorras Aontaithe 3-1 Ballina Town B Kiltimagh/Knock Utd 3-0 Snugboro Utd Westport Utd B 2-1 Fahy Rovers Killeen Sports Ground League One Kilmore 2-0 Crossmolina Moy Villa…

Elvery’s Sports Super League—Round 2 Glenhest Rovers 1 v 3 Castlebar Celtic Westport Utd 4 v 0 Ballyhaunis Town Calor Gas Premier Cup—Round 2 Conn Rangers 2 v 2 Manulla ‘B’ Won 3-1 on penalties

Aug 27, 2020

Match officials confirmed for Galway United and Sligo Rovers FAI Cup games

The match officials for the Extra.ie FAI Cup Second Round and SSE Airtricity League First Division fixtures have been confirmed. Friday, August 28 Galway United v Shelbourne Eamonn Deacy Park, 7.45pm Referee: Damien MacGraith Assistant 1: Darren Corcoran…

Aug 27, 2020

FAI-ETB Player Development Course heading for Solar 21 Park

Registrations are now open for an FAI-ETB Player Development Course in Solar 21 Park Milebush Castlebar. The aim of the training course is to give people the skills to either progress to full time employment in the Sports, Leisure and Recreation industry or…

Aug 27, 2020

Mayo GAA Club Championship results from Wednesday

Aug 24, 2020

There's a seven-card race in Ballinrobe this afternoon

There is racing in Ballinrobe this afternoon. The ground is Yielding, Yielding to Soft in places ahead of today's seven-race National Hunt card at 1pm A mainly dry day is forecast. All the fixtures will take place under the strict protocols published by Horse…

Aug 24, 2020

Dates, times and venues confirmed for the Mayo Club Championship quarter-finals

The dates, times and venues have been confirmed for the Knockout stages of the Mayo Club Championship. All four of the Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Quarter Finals will take place in Elverys MacHale Park. On Saturday evening at 5.30pm the reigning County Champions…

Aug 23, 2020

Connacht have beaten Ulster in the PRO 14 but still bow out

Connacht have beaten Ulster by 26-20 as their PRO 14 seasons resumed this evening at the Aviva Stadium. John Porch, Kieran Marmion, Bundee Aki and Jack Aungier with the tries for Connacht. Jacob Stockdale and Nick Timoney crossing the whitewash for Ulster.…

Aug 23, 2020

Mayo Football League results from today

TP Brennan Connacht Cup Semi-Final Westport Utd 1-1 West Utd (Westport won 4-2 on penalties) Salthill Devon 1-0 St Bernards FC TP Brennan Connacht Shield Semi-final Colemanstown Utd 4-3 Glenhest Rovers Ballaghaderreen FC 3-1 Real Tubber Elverys Sports Super…

Aug 23, 2020

Mayo GAA Club Championship draws announced

The Mayo Club Championship draws have taken place this evening. Senior quarter final Draw Westport vs The Neale Breaffy vs Ballaghaderreen Ballintubber vs Knockmore Ballina vs Aghamore Senior Relegation draw Bohola Moy Davitts vs Garrymore Charlestown vs…

Aug 23, 2020

Sligo GAA Club Championship results from Sunday

Homeland Senior Football Championship Group 2 RD - 4 CooleraStrandhill 0 - 14 0 - 12 Calry/St Joseph's Connacht Gold Intermediate Football Championship Group 1 RD - 4 Ballymote Round Towers 1 - 13 3 - 2 Enniscrone/Kilglass Connacht Gold Intermediate Football…

Aug 23, 2020

Mayo LGFA Championship results

Senior Championship Rd 3 Group A Burrishoole 1-03 Hollymount 1-08 Moy Davitts 8-17 Swinford Killasser 0-09 Group B Westport A 3-13 Kilmoremoy 3-09 Carnacon 7-16 Knockmore 3-05 Semi Final Pairings (weekend of Sept 5/6th) Cup Moy Davitts V Westport A Carnacon V…

North Mayo Minor A Championship Ballina Stephenites 3-23 Knockmore 4-06 North Mayo Minor B Championship Cill Chomain 4-13 Crossmolina Deel Rovers 4-03 Erris St. Pats 3-10 Ardmoy 3-08 Naomh Padraig 2-14 St Muredachs 2-08 South Mayo Minor A Championship…

Aug 21, 2020

Bundee Aki will earn his 100th cap for Connacht on Sunday

Bundee Aki will earn his 100th cap for Connacht in Sunday’s clash with Ulster. Alex Wooton and Peter O'Sullivan will make their debuts on the wings. New signings Ian Madigan and Alby Mathewson will be on the bench for Ulster.

Aug 21, 2020

Some big games in the Sligo Senior Football Championship this weekend

Sligo Senior Football Championship Saturday August 22 St Mary's v Tubbercurry, Markievicz Park, 7pm Eastern Harps v Shamrock Gaels, Corran Park, 7pm Geevagh v Tourlestrane, Connolly Park, 7pm Sunday August 23 Coolera-Strandhill v Calry/St Joseph's, Markievicz…

Aug 21, 2020

John Caulfield appointed as the new manager of Galway United

John Caulfield wants to help Galway United reach the First Division playoffs this season. The former Cork City boss has taken over from Alan Murphy at Eamonn Deacy Park. He'll be watching from a distance as his new side entertain Bray tonight. Leaders…

Aug 21, 2020

GAA to make funds available to county boards the current crisis

The GAA are to make funds available to county boards during the current crisis. Government restrictions mean that all games are to be played behind closed doors until September the 13th at the earliest. Meanwhile, the GAA remain optimistic that this year's…

Aug 21, 2020

Mayo GAA results from last night

U14 B All County Group 3 Westport 6-11 Castlebar Mitchels 2-07 North Mayo U14 A Championship Ballina Stephenites 2-12 Ardnaree 1-08 Belmullet 3-18 Knockmore 4-00 Naomh Padraig 2-10 Crossmolina Deel Rovers 1-07 North Mayo U14 B Championship Lahardane 8-05…

Aug 20, 2020

Sligo club resumes activities after Covid-19 suspension

Sligo GAA club Eastern Harps has announced today that all activities can now resume. Earlier this week, the club had temporarily suspended all activity as a precautionary measure, as a club member was awaiting the result of a Covid-19 test. Today, the club…

The GAA has called for evidence to be presented to explain the Government's decision to ban all spectators from sporting events until at least the 13th of September. Up until now 200 people were allowed be part of an outdoor sporting event, which meant that a…

Aug 19, 2020

Alan Murphy has left his role as manager with Galway United

Galway United have confirmed that Alan Murphy has left his role as manager. The 38-year-old Ballinrobe native, who is also the club’s all-time leading scorer as a player, took over as manager in July 2018, but saw his side endure a difficult start to the 2020…

Michael Walsh Senior League Garrymore 0-17 Bohola Moy Davitts 3-06 Sweeney Cup Belmullet 1-13 Knockmore 1-11 Ballina Stephenites 1-13 Bonniconlon 1-07 Sweeney Shield Kiltane 2-22 Crossmolina Deel Rovers 3-13 (after extra time) Lahardane 3-05 Ardnaree 0-10…

Aug 15, 2020

Ballyhaunis & Tooreen to meet in this year's Mayo Senior Hurling final

Mayo Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Final Ballyhaunis 0-21 Castlebar Mitchels 1-09 Tooreen 4-21 Westport 0-10 Ballyhaunis & Tooreen will meet in the final on Saturday September 12th.

Aug 15, 2020

Darragh Reilly earns a draw for Sligo Rovers U17 side

Former Castlebar Celtic player Darragh Reilly was on the score sheet for Sligo Rovers this afternoon in the U17 League. Ryan Casey’s side drew 1 apiece with Derry City.

Aug 15, 2020

Galway GAA results from last night

Galway Senior Football Championship CLG Bhearna 0-13 Salthill-Knocknacarra 0-11 Galway Intermediate Football Championship Glenamaddy 2-08 Kilconly 1-11

Aug 14, 2020

Defeats for both Sligo Rovers & Galway United

Sligo Rovers suffered a disappointing 3 nil defeat at the hands of Cork City tonight in the Premier Division. The result leaves Rovers sitting second from bottom. Meanwhile, Galway United also recorded a loss tonight as Longford defeated the Tribesmen by a…

Aug 14, 2020

Mayo GAA results from Friday evening

U16 B All County Group 1 Claremorris 4-14 Westport 3-04 North Mayo Minor A Championship Belmullet 5-12 Knockmore 2-11 North Mayo Minor B Championship Naomh Padraig 3-14 Ardmoy 0-10 Cill Chomain 3-18 St. Muredachs 2-06 Crossmolina Deel Rovers 4-16 Erris St.…

Strokestown GAA club in Co Roscommon has confirmed that a non-playing member of the club has tested positive for Covid-19. The club cancelled its minor game against Oran / St Croan's last Monday night after a club member did not feel well. The member has…

Aug 12, 2020

Galway Utd drawn at home to Shelbourne while Sligo Rovers will travel to UCD in round 2 of FAI Cup

Cork City's reward for their last gasp win against Longford Town in the FAI Cup last night is a second round tie against holders Shamrock Rovers. Rovers are at home in the only all-Premier Division tie in the round while Bohemians are the only other…

Aug 12, 2020

Hazel Finn included in the Irish U17 side for the European Qualifiers

Ireland are competing in international basketball for the first time this summer, with the men’s and women’s U17’s back in action this week, looking to reach a major finals. They're taking part in the European Qualifiers for FIBA U17 Skills Challenge 2020 and…

Aug 12, 2020

Excitement building ahead of the opening weekend of the Mayo Super League

This weekend sees the start of the Elvery’s Sport Super League. Champions Castlebar Celtic will travel to Ballyglass on Sunday Morning at 11am as they will bid for another successful season. Ballyhaunis Town host Ballina Town and newly promoted Swinford &…

Aug 12, 2020

Mayo U16 ladies fixtures this evening

Mayo LGFA Fixtures Under 16 A Championship Kilmoremoy A V St Marys Charlestown V Knockmore Westport A V Burrishoole at 6pm Parke KC V Swinford Killasser Under 16 B Championship Davitts V Breaffy Castlebar Mitchels V Ballyhaunis at 8pm Moy Davitts V Kiltimagh…

Aug 12, 2020

Mayo U16 Championship results from last night

North Mayo U16 A Championship Ballina Stephenites 3-11 Belmullet 4-08 Naomh Padraig 4-07 Crossmolina Deel Rovers 1-09 North Mayo U16 B Championship Cill Chomain 2-09 Bonniconlon 1-11 Ardmoy 3-17 Erris St. Pats 1-14 South Mayo U16 A Championship Claremorris…

Aug 11, 2020

The Achill Half Marathon has been deferred until July 2021

The Achill Half Marathon and 10K has been deferred until the 3rd of July 2021. The event was previously deferred from its normal July live event to a date in September. The event’s Operations team and volunteers met to discuss the latest guidance from the…

Aug 11, 2020

Connacht FA announces underage final fixtures for the weekend

Connacht U-12 Shield Final Fixture Saturday 15th August 2020 HOME TEAM AWAY TEAM Pitch 1 St Bernards FC v Cregmore Claregalway Venue: Lecarrow, Roscommon K.O: 12 noon: Officials RDFL Connacht U-12 Cup Final Fixture Saturday 15th August 2020 HOME TEAM AWAY…

Aug 11, 2020

Mayo's Ryan Connolly scored the winner for Finn Harps last night

A former Mayo Super League player scored the winning goal for Finn Harps last night. Ryan Connolly scored the winner as Finn Harps got revenge on St Patrick's Athletic for their recent League defeat by winning their FAI Cup first round tie by 1 goal to nil…

Aug 10, 2020

Sligo Rovers meeting with Waterford has been rearranged

The SSE Airtricity League Premier Division fixture between Sligo Rovers and Waterford has been rearranged. The fixture, which was originally scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, will now take place on Tuesday, August 18, with kick-off at 5.45pm. The match will be…

Aug 10, 2020

Strokestown GAA suspend all activity as 'a precautionary measure'

A Roscommon GAA club has suspended all their activities as a precautionary measure. Strokestown GAA made the announcement while cancelling their Minor Championship game against Oran/ St. Croans tonight. In a statement on their social media the club said: "All…

Aug 10, 2020

An eight card race takes place in Ballinrobe this evening

There is a National Hunt meeting at Ballinrobe racecourse this evening. All the fixtures will take place under the strict protocols published by Horse Racing Ireland. For public health and safety reasons the meeting will be held behind closed doors. The first…

Aug 09, 2020

Sligo GAA club championship results from today

Connacht Gold Junior A Football Championship Group 1 RD - 2 Cloonacool 3 - 13 0 - 12 St Mary's Connacht Gold Junior B Football Championship Group 3 RD - 2 Curry 3 - 23 2 - 7St John's Homeland Senior Football Championship Group 1 RD - 3 Shamrock Gaels 1 - 16 2…

Aug 09, 2020

Mayo Football League Results

TP Brennan Connacht Cup Quarter Finals Salthill Devon 6-0 Castlebar Celtic Westport Utd 6-0 Ballinasloe Town TP Brennan Connacht Shield Quarter Finals Glenhest Rovers 1-0 Ballymote Celtic Ballaghaderreen 4-0 Kiltimagh/Knock Utd Calor Gas Premier Cup Quarter…

Aug 09, 2020

Wins for An Cheathrú Rua & Corofin in the Galway Senior Football Championship

Galway Senior Football Championship An Cheathrú Rua 0-15 St. James' 1-10 Corofin 4-18 Monivea-Abbey 0-07

Aug 09, 2020

Sunday's Mayo Club Championship results

Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Group 1 Belmullet 2-08 The Neale 0-14 Group 3 Ballina Stephenites 1-19 Claremorris 1-09 Knockmore 3-18 Kiltane 0-11 Group 4 Breaffy 0-16 Castlebar Mitchels 0-14 Egan Jewellers Mayo IFC Group 2 Ardnaree 3-11 Burrishoole 4-07 Group 3…

Aug 09, 2020

Mayo Ladies Club Championship results

Mayo LGFA Club Championship Senior Group A Hollymount 5-13 Swinford Killasser 2-09 Moy Davitts 2-09 Burrishoole 1-07 Group B Carnacon 6-16 Westport 0-09 Kilmoremoy 3-11 Knockmore 3-11 Intermediate Group A Louisburgh 4-09 Cill Chomain 3-10 C.L. MacHael Rovers…

Aug 09, 2020

Westport Utd B reach the semi-finals of the Premier Cup

Calor Gas Premier Cup Quarter Finals Westport Utd B 2-1 Castlebar Celtic B Stephen Jennings was on target for Celtic while Vinny Foy & Mark McNally both netted for United to secure their passage through to the last four.

Aug 09, 2020

Galway United share the spoils with Cobh Ramblers

Galway United shared the spoils with Cobh Ramblers last night in the first Division. It finished 2-2 with Vinny Faherty & Francely Lomboto on the score sheet for Alan Murphy’s side.

Aug 09, 2020

Sligo Club Championship results from last night

Sligo Senior Football Championship Group 1 Drumcliffe/Rosses Point 2-13 St. Mary's 0-10 Group 2 Coolera/Strandhill 1-12 Coolaney/Mullinabreena 0-13 Sligo Intermediate Football Championship Group 1 Curry 3-19 Ballymote 1-14 Group 2 St. Farnan's 2-20 St. John's…

Aug 08, 2020

Two Mayo men on the scorecheet for Sligo Rovers as they see off Shelbourne

Two Mayo men have helped Sligo Rovers overcome Shelbourne 2-1 in their SSE Airtricity League Premier Division clash at the Showgrounds. Jesse Devers found the back of the net for Liam Buckley's side in the first minute of the game before David Cawley made it…

Aug 08, 2020

Saturday evening's Mayo Club Championship results

Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Group 1 Ballaghaderreen 2-08 Garrymore 0-13 Group 2 Aghamore 0-18 Davitts 0-12 Ballintubber 3-19 Bohola Moy Davitts 1-07 Group 4 Westport 2-10 Charlestown 2-10 Egan Jewellers Mayo IFC Group 1 Louisburgh 0-15 Kiltimagh 0-15 Bonniconlon…

Aug 08, 2020

Both Sligo Rovers & Galway United in action this evening

There's a Munster derby in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division this afternoon. Waterford welcome basement side Cork to the R-S-C for a 2pm kick-off. Shelbourne will move into the top-four if they win at Sligo this evening. Elsewhere, Galway United…

Aug 07, 2020

Mayo GAA Minor results from Friday evening

North Mayo Minor A Championship Ballina Stephenites 2-15 Belmullet 2-09 North Mayo Minor B Championship Cill Chomain 3-18 Erris St Pats 0-09 Naomh Padraig 1-18 Crossmolina Deel Rovers 0-12 South Mayo Minor A Championship Ballinrobe 3-08 Mayo Gaels 0-09 South…

Aug 07, 2020

Another exciting weekend ahead in the Mayo Club Championship

It’s round 2 of the Mayo Club Football Championship this weekend and once again Midwest Sport will have extensive coverage with thanks to Ceramic City Castlebar, Charlestown & Sligo. We’ll also have commentary of the mouth watering clash involving Castlebar…

Aug 07, 2020

Corinthians TAG Rugby event another casualty of Covid-19

The organisers of the 2020 Galway Corinthians IRFU Volkswagen TAG have canceled this year’s event. It is a decision that was not taken lightly and over the past number of weeks the club looked at all possible alternatives in regard to holding the competition…

Aug 07, 2020

Leading Irish disease expert believes that there will be no inter-county GAA season this year

A leading Irish disease expert believes that on the country's current track there will be no inter-county GAA season this year, warning that the number of cases of Covid-19 will continue to rebound if restrictions on sports and wider society are eased while…

Aug 07, 2020

Galway United sign Goalkeeper Matthew Connor

Galway United have announced the signing of Matthew Connor. Tribesmen boss Alan Murphy has strengthened his goalkeeping options with the acquisition of Connor after it was announced that Micheál Schlingermann had suffered a serious knee injury. 23-year-old…

Aug 07, 2020

Westport United progress to Round 3 of the Super Cup

Calor Gas Super Cup Round 2 Westport Utd 4-0 Snugboro Utd

Aug 07, 2020

Seven race card at Sligo this afternoon

There is a seven-race card at Sligo this afternoon with the first off at 1 o'clock. There is also a 4.10 start to the seven-race card at Tipperary.

Aug 06, 2020

Mayo GAA Under 14 results from Thursday evening

Mayo GAA Results from Thursday evening U14 B ALL COUNTY GROUP 2 Ballinrobe 3-6 v 6-12 Aghamore NORTH MAYO U14 A CHAMPIONSHIP Ardnaree 3-8 v 6-13 Crossmolina Deel Rovers Ballina Stephenites 5-5 v 6-13 Béal an Mhuirthead Knockmore 0-7 v 2-14 Naomh Padraig NORTH…

Aug 06, 2020

Mayo LGFA Adult Championship fixtures for this weekend

In Mayo ladies football, the Adult Championship fixtures for this Sunday- SENIOR Group A Hollymount V Swinford Killasser at 10.30 Burrishoole V Moy Davitts Group B Carnacon V Westport A - in Ballintubber Kilmoremoy V Knockmore at 10am INTERMEDIATE Group A…

Aug 06, 2020

Sligo Rovers sign Lithuanian defender

Sligo Rovers have signed Lithuanian defender Sigitas Olberkis for the rest of the 2020 season. The 23-year old joins from Maltese club, Senglea Athletic. He's a former Under-21 international and has also played in belarus and Latvia. As Lithuania is currently…

Aug 05, 2020

Ballina RFC cancel Tag Rugby Tournament following delay of Phase 4

Ballina RFC have cancelled their Return To Rugby Tag Event following the delay in moving to Phase Four of reopening the country. The Tag Rugby Tournament scheduled for the 15th of August in Heffernan Park will not go ahead in compliance with public health…

Aug 05, 2020

Mayo GAA underage results from Tuesday evening

U14 B ALL COUNTY GROUP 1 Béal an Mhuirthead 7-5 v 5-9 Crossmolina Deel Rovers NORTH MAYO U16 A CHAMPIONSHIP Béal an Mhuirthead 1-4 v 1-10 Knockmore Naomh Padraig 2-7 v 1-10 Ballina Stephenites NORTH MAYO U16 B CHAMPIONSHIP Ardmoy 3-6 v 0-4 Bonniconlon SOUTH…

Aug 05, 2020

Racing in Sligo & Wexford today

There's a seven-race card at Wexford this afternoon with the first off at 1. While at Sligo, a seven-race programme gets underway at 4.15 - behind closed doors.

Aug 04, 2020

Cap of 200 remains on match attendances

The Government has decided against allowing an increase in crowd sizes at matches. Their decision not to press ahead with phase 4 of their roadmap from next Monday means that crowds will remain capped at 200 at outdoor events. It had been hoped that…

Aug 04, 2020

GAA cancels inter-county season tickets for the rest of the 2020 season

The GAA has cancelled inter-county season tickets for the remainder of the 2020 season. In an e-mail to season ticket holders, the GAA says that "due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and with no clarity on the potential number of spectators allowed in…

Aug 04, 2020

Mayo's Kelly sisters extend their AFL contracts with the West Coast Eagles

Mayo sisters Grace and Niamh Kelly have extended their contracts with the West Coast Eagles until 2022 ahead of the new women's A-F-L season. The sisters have proved themselves valued members of the fledgling team and helped them secure their first league…

Aug 04, 2020

Sligo Rovers vs Waterford postponed amid The Blue's Covid-19 concerns

The SSE Airtricity League meeting of Sligo Rovers v Waterford FC tonight has been postponed after a Waterford player reported COVID-19 type symptoms ahead of training yesterday. The player did not train with Waterford FC and the club suspended the training…

Aug 02, 2020

Mayo Football League Results from the weekend

TP Brennan Connacht Junior Cup—Round 5 Athenry 0 v 1 Castlebar Celtic Westport Utd 5 v 1 Tuam Celtic Calor Gas Super Cup—Round 2 Glenhest Rovers 0 v 4 Claremorris Calor Gas Premier Cup—Round 2 Fahy Rovers 1 v 4 Partry Athletic Westport Utd ‘B’ 5 v 0…

Aug 02, 2020

Sligo GAA Club Championship results from today

Homeland Senior Football Championship Group 2 RD - 2 Geevagh 0 - 9 1 - 8 Calry/St Joseph's Homeland Senior Football Championship Group 1 RD - 2 Eastern Harps 0 - 15 2 - 15 Tubbercurry GAA Club Connacht Gold Intermediate Football Championship Group 1 RD - 2…

Aug 02, 2020

Galway GAA Club Championship results from today

Claregalway Hotel Senior Football Championship - Group 4A Corofin 7-17 0-11 Oughterard Galway SFC Salthill-Knocknacarra 3-13 St Michael’s 0-10 Mountbellew-Moylough 1-7 Annaghdown 0-8 Claregalway Hotel Intermediate Football Championship - Group C Cortoon…

Aug 02, 2020

Results from today's Roscommon GAA Club Championships

Senior Football Championship Group B Western-Gaels 0-18 0-10 Fuerty Senior Football Championship Group C Michael Glaveys 1-8 0-14 Padraig Pearses Intermediate Football Championship Group C Ballinameen 0-8 5-16 St. Dominics Junior A Football Championship Group…

Aug 02, 2020

Sunday's Mayo Club Championship results

Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Group 3 Knockmore 0-19 Claremorris 0-10 Ballina Stephenites 3-11 Kiltane 1-05 Group 4 Westport 2-11 Breaffy 0-16 Egan Jewellers Mayo IFC Group 1 Bonniconlon 0-12 Louisburgh 0-10 Swinford 0-10 0-10 Kiltimagh Group 2 Castlebar Mitchels…

Aug 02, 2020

Diane O'Hora not ruling out returning to inter-county management in the not too distant future

It's been five years since Diane O’Hora took charge of an inter-county team, but don’t be too surprised if she returns to that level of the game in the not too distant future. The four-time All-Ireland winner with Mayo showed her pedigree as a coach and…

Aug 01, 2020

Sligo Club Championship results

Sligo Senior Football Championship Group 1 Drumcliffe/Rosses Point 0-07 Shamrock Gaels 0-07 Group 2 Tourlestrane 0-13 Coolaney/Mullinabreena 0-07 Sligo Intermediate Football Championship Group 1 St Molaise Gaels 1-11 Curry 0-13 Group 2 Easkey 2-16…

Aug 01, 2020

Galway Club Football Championship results

Galway Senior Football Championship Group 1 CLG Bhearna 2-07 An Spidéal 0-10 Group 2 Moycullen 3-12 CLG Micheál Breathnach 1-06 Group 3 Caherlistrane 1-09 Tuam Stars 1-07 Group 4B Milltown 0-10 An Cheathrú Rua 1-06 Galway Intermediate Football Championship…

Aug 01, 2020

Saturday's Roscommon Club Championship results

Roscommon Senior Football Championship Group A Clann na nGael 0-11 Elphin 0-08 Group B Roscommon Gaels 1-15 St. Croans 0-12 Group C Boyle 1-10 Tulsk Lord Edwards 1-09 Roscommon Intermediate Football Championship Group A Kilmore 2-13 Eire Og 0-13 Oran 2-15…

Aug 01, 2020

Saturday Evening's Mayo Club Championship results

Connacht Gold Mayo SFC Group 1 The Neale 1-09 Garrymore 0-11 Ballaghaderreen 3-11 Belmullet 2-04 Group 2 Davitts 0-09 Bohola Moy Davitts 0-09 Ballintubber 0-07 Aghamore 1-04 Group 4 Castlebar Mitchels 1-12 Charlestown Sarsfields 1-09 Egan Jewellers Mayo IFC…

Mayo GAA has confirmed that Aurivo Co-op has renewed its sponsorship of the Mayo GAA Senior Club Championship under its Connacht Gold brand, and the Mayo GAA underage competitions under its Homeland retail stores brand. Aurivo is committed to getting behind…

Jul 30, 2020

Galway Hurdle is the feature race on day 4 of race week at Ballybrit

The Galway Hurdle is the feature race on day four of race week at Ballybrit. The market is headed by 'Felix Desjy' - the race goes to post at 6.45. The first of eight races on soft ground goes to post at 4.45. Over at Goodwood, Donnacha O'Brien saddles…

Jul 30, 2020

Exciting weekend ahead in the Mayo Club Championship

The opening round of the Mayo Club Football Championship gets underway this weekend. Only 200 people are allowed to attend which includes players, management and officials. Midwest Radio will have extensive coverage across the weekend with reporters at all of…

Jul 30, 2020

West Mayo GAA results from last night

Mayo GAA results from last night West Mayo Junior B Championship Group 1 Louisburgh 2-19 Westport 0-03 West Mayo Junior B Championship Group 2 Castlebar Mitchels 3-13 Burrishoole 2-10 Parke/Keelogues/Crimlin 5-06 Islandeady 3-03

Jul 29, 2020

The Plate is the feature on Day 3 of the Galway Races

Today's feature behind closed doors at the Galway Races is the Plate. The Gordon Elliott trained 'Galvin' is the current favourite of 22 runners for the 2 mile 6 furlong chase at 6.45. The first of eight races goes to post at 4.45.

Jul 28, 2020

David Brady believes that since the return of games there has been added enthusiasm surrounding club football

David Brady believes the lockdown has levelled the playing field when it comes to county championships around the country. The Ballina Stephenites man thinks there is no disparity in the fitness levels between teams at both club and county level. Speaking…

Jul 28, 2020

Day 2 of the Galway Races

It is day two of the Galway Races. This evening's feature behind closed doors is the Colm Quinn BMW Mile Handicap at 6.45. 18 horses, including last year's winner 'Saltonstall', go to post. The going is soft and the first of 8 races is off at 4.45. It's also…

Jul 28, 2020

Mayo GAA held their first physical County Board meeting since March last night

Mayo GAA held its first physical County Board meeting since March last night with meetings held in line with HSE guidelines across two sessions with club delegates in Elverys MacHale Park. A number of areas such as Fixtures, Finance & Club Development were…

Jul 28, 2020

Mayo GAA extend their sponsorship with Intersport Elverys

Mayo GAA have extended their sponsorship with Intersport Elverys as title sponsor for a further five years to run until 2025. The deal will mean we will continue to see the Intersport Elverys brand on the front of the Mayo jersey across our Senior…

Jul 27, 2020

Day One of the Galway Races

It's day one of the Galway Races, which will take place behind closed doors due to Covid-19. The first of eight races at Ballybrit gets underway at 4.10.

Jul 27, 2020

Shane Doherty has returned to Galway United

Galway United have announced the re-signing of Shane Doherty. The 23-year-old New Jersey native returns to Eamonn Deacy Park for a second spell after departing the club midway through the 2019 SSE Airtricity League season. Doherty made quite an impact during…

Jul 26, 2020

No joy for Mayo sides in the Connacht Junior Cup today

TP Brennan Connacht Junior Cup - Round 5 Ballinasloe Town 3-0 Ballyglass Castlerea Celtic 3-1 Conn Rangers Carbury FC 3-2 Manulla (aet) TP Brennan Connacht Junior Shield - Round 3 Colemanstown Utd 4-2 Kiltimagh Knock Utd B Kiltimagh Knock Utd 5-0 Moyne Villa…

Michael Walsh Senior League Group 1 Davitts 2-13 Kiltane 3-09 Group 2 Ballintubber 1-14 Charlestown Sarsfields 1-07 Belmullet 3-07 Claremorris 2-08 Group 4 Aghamore 1-16 The Neale 1-08 Michael Walsh Intermediate League Group 1 Ballinrobe 3-06 Balla 1-05…

Jul 25, 2020

Ballina's Stephen Donnelly wins triathlon in Kerry

Stephen Donnelly of Bunree, Ballina has won the Hard-Man half ironman triathlon in Kerry today finishing in a time of 4 hours and 42 minutes followed by David Sheridan in second and Oran McGee in third. Stephen is known for carrying out an ironman triathlon…

Jul 25, 2020

Athenry FC through to the semi-finals of the FAI Junior Cup

FAI New Balance Junior Cup Quarter Final Athenry FC 3-2 Rush Athletic

Jul 25, 2020

Connacht welcome back two key players after lengthy injuries

Ireland internationals Kieran Marmion and Finlay Bealham have resumed training with Connacht ahead of next month's restart of the Guinness PRO14. Both players have recovered from long-term ankle injuries. Lock Quinn Roux is not expected to be available for…

Jul 24, 2020

Friday night's Mayo GAA results

Michael Walsh intermediate Group 2 Lahardane 1-11 Islandeady 0-08 North Mayo Minor A Championship Belmullet 1-11 Knockmore 1-08 North Mayo Minor B Championship Erris St. Pats 2-09 St. Muredachs 1-09 Cill Chomain 2-09 Naomh Padraig 1-09 Crossmolina Deel Rovers…

Jul 24, 2020

Sligo Rovers have signed last season's top scorer in the Premier Division

Sligo Rovers have signed Junior Ogedi-Uzokwe, top scorer in the SSE Airtricity League last season, for the remainder of the 2020 campaign. The striker moves from Israeli Premier League club Hapoel Hadera and will join Rovers pending a work permit and…

Jul 24, 2020

Connacht GAA Air Dome erected at Bekan

The Connacht GAA Air Dome at Bekan was inflated yesterday signalling a landmark day in the development of the €3 million facility. The ambitious structure, which can hold 10,000 people, was inflated over a few hours. The development at the Connacht GAA Centre…

Jul 23, 2020

Sligo Club Championships gets underway this weekend

The draws have been made for Round 2 of the Calor Gas Mayo Super Cup and Premier Cup. In the Super Cup, Glenhest Rovers V Claremorris, Snugboro United V Westport United, while Ballina Town and Ballyheane have byes. In the Premier Cup 2nd round draw, Westport…

Jul 20, 2020

Racing resumes today in Ballinrobe, behind closed doors

Racing resumes behind closed doors today at Ballinrobe racecourse, where the first of an 8-race card gets underway at 4.45. It's the first of two days of action in Ballinrobe this week, with another meeting taking place on Wednesday. This marks the start of…

Jul 19, 2020

Sunday's Super Cup & Premier Cup results

Calor Gas Super Cup - Round 1 Glenhest Rovers 1-0 Manulla Ballina Town 2-1 Castlebar Celtic Claremorris 4-2 Swinford Calor Gas Premier Cup - Round 1 Manulla B 2-0 Newport/Mulranny Wanderers Kiltimagh Knock Utd 2-0 Iorras Aontaithe Moy Villa 10-0 Crossmolina B…

Jul 19, 2020

LISTEN: Claremorris handball star Paddy Murphy on Sunday Sport

Claremorris handball star Paddy Murphy is looking forward to getting back in the alleys over the coming weeks. The 21-year-old AIT student has been spending the past few months practicing on away from the closed handball alleys. Before the Covid-19…

Jul 19, 2020

Mayo GAA team doctor stresses the importance of us not to get complacent around Covid-19

The Mayo GAA Team Doctor says while it’s great to see the return of competitive action, it is important not to get complacent. Dr Sean Moffatt, chair of Gaelic Athletic Medics Association and Mayo team doctor, is a member of the GAA Covid Advisory Group. Dr.…

Jul 19, 2020

Mayo GAA results for Sunday the 19th of July

MICHAEL WALSH JUNIOR Group 1 Achill 2-13 Westport 0-09 Group 2 Kilfian 3-4 v 5-14 Ballintubber SOUTH MAYO JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 1 Claremorris 1-16 v 2-14 Hollymount-Carramore Davitts 2-10 Kilmaine 1-09 SOUTH MAYO JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 2 Ballinrobe…

Jul 19, 2020

Super Cup & Premier Cup results from last night

Calor Gas Super Cup Round 1 Westport Utd 8-1 Ballyglass Snugboro Utd 4-0 Ballyhaunis Town Ballyheane 2-1 Straide & Foxford Utd Calor Gas Premier Cup Round 1 Castlebar Celtic B 3-1 Crossmolina Conn Rangers B 2-2 Killala (Killala won 3-1 on penalties) Ballina…

Jul 19, 2020

Louisburgh GAA confirm their meeting with Balla last night didn't go ahead due to concerns related to a confirmed case of Covid-19 in the area

The Michael Walsh Intermediate League meeting of Louisburgh and Balla didn’t go ahead yesterday evening due to concerns related to a confirmed case of Covid-19 in the Louisburgh area. Louisburgh confirmed this news in a statement last night after Balla GAA…

Jul 18, 2020

Mayo GAA results from this evening

Michael Walsh Senior League Group 1 Ballaghaderreen 1-13 Davitts 1-10 Westport 2-17 Kiltane 0-16 Group 2 Belmullet 3-14 Charlestown Sarsfields 4-09 Ballintubber 0-10 Claremorris 0-08 Group 3 Ballina Stephenites 0-13 Bohola Moy Davitts 1-07 Breaffy 1-12…

Jul 18, 2020

Roscommon manager says preparation window ahead of inter-county games is too short

Roscommon football boss Anthony Cunningham thinks the preparation window ahead of the resumption of inter-county games is too short. County teams can resume collective training from the 14th of September ahead of the completion of the Allianz Football League…

Jul 18, 2020

Knockmore get off to a winning start in the Michael Walsh League

Michael Walsh Senior Football League Group 4 Knockmore 0-17 Aghamore 1-11 Michael Walsh Intermediate Football League Group 2 Islandeady 1-14 Kiltimagh 2-11

Jul 17, 2020

Competitive GAA action resumes this evening

The GAA season resumes this evening, with club games effectively behind closed doors due to a cap at 200 at the amount of people that can attend matches. It means for example that only 80 people will be able to attend the Wexford senior hurling championship…

Jul 16, 2020

Chris Barrett transfers from Belmullet to Clontarf GAA club

Mayo footballer Chris Barrett has transferred from Belmullet to Clontarf GAA club in Dublin. The 2017 All-Star has been based in the Capital for a number of years working as a civil engineer. The 34 year old will line out for Clontarf in this year’s…

Jul 16, 2020

Attendance at GAA matches will not increase to 500 next week, as Phase 4 delayed

Attendances at GAA matches will not now increase from next Monday, after the Government ruled out plans to allow outdoor gatherings of up to 500 people in Phase Four of the roadmap for reopening the country. As this weekend sees a return to club football and…

Jul 14, 2020

GAA to keep indoor facilities closed with handball to restart under strict guidelines

The GAA's Fergal McGill says it "doesn't make sense" to open indoor club facilities. Dressing rooms and gyms remain closed while clubs have returned to training. And the Director of Player, Club, and Games Administration says keeping indoor facilities shut…

Jul 14, 2020

Roscommon & Galway GAA both announce plans to live stream matches

Both Roscommon and Galway GAA have announced partnerships with Nemeton TV to stream live matches from their upcoming club championships. With restrictions on attendances at GAA matches due to Covid-19, Galway and Roscommon will be offering a new online…

Jul 14, 2020

SSE Airtricity League resumes on July 31st with meeting of Derry & Sligo

The SSE Airtricity League season will officially resume on July 31st with the meeting of Derry and Sligo at the Brandywell. The fixtures will be spread across a weekend for the first six rounds upon the league's return. The three FAI Cup first round ties…

Jul 13, 2020

Galway Utd & Sligo Rovers receive bye into 2nd round of FAI Cup

There will be three ties in the first round of this year's F-A-I Cup which has been pared back due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The draw which was made today and included no non-league clubs pits home team Finn Harps against St Patrick's Athletic. 2018 winners…

Jul 13, 2020

Tribute to Jack Charlton from Ballina Golf Club

Ballina Golf Club has paid tribute to honorary member Jack Charlton, who passed away at his home in the UK on Friday. The club says Big Jack was a sporting icon, a Leeds United legend, a World Cup winner and managed Ireland through their most successful spell…

The Football Association of Ireland have described Jack Charlton as "the manager who changed Irish football forever". The 1966 World Cup winner with England died last night at the age of 85 after a battle with lymphoma and dementia. Charlton's family say he…

Jul 10, 2020

The SSE Airtricity League's remaining fixtures will be announced on Monday

The remaining fixtures for this season's SSE Airtricity Leagues will be revealed on Monday. A truncated season is due to resume on July 31st. Meanwhile, the FAI Cup will only be contested by the 19 league clubs, with the first round draw also to be made on…

Jul 10, 2020

Mayo GAA confirm details of opening round of Club Championship

Jul 08, 2020

GAA clubs will be allowed to report any alleged breaches of inter county training directly to Croke Park

Clubs in the Gaelic Athletic Association will be allowed to report any alleged breaches of inter county training before September 14th directly to Croke Park. The GAA has hardened its stance over the issue to allow inter county stars to be available for the…

Jul 08, 2020

Sarah Rowe to decide next month if she will return to Collingwood for a third year

Jul 04, 2020

FAI have pushed back their AGM until September

The Football Association of Ireland have pushed back their AGM until September. Irish football's governing body say they've "rescheduled in line with COVID-19 restrictions" and say the move will allow time for auditors Grant Thornton to prepare accounts. The…

Jul 04, 2020

County teams will face sanctions if they breach training protocols

The GAA will not bring forward the September 14th date for inter-county teams to resume collective training and has called upon clubs to report county teams that breach that sanction. At a chairpersons conference call yesterday, led by president John…

Jul 04, 2020

Croi's Couch to Wild Atlantic Way Challenge

Croí’s latest fundraising initiative is to get people moving together ‘virtually’. They are asking people to embrace the Wild Atlantic Way of life by running, walking or jogging part of this spectacular coastal route over the next six weeks on this virtual…

The Mayo Senior Ladies Football Manager says both Tyrone and Armagh are very strong teams. Peter Leahy has been giving his reaction to last night’s draw for the Senior Championship. Mayo have been pitted against the Ulster sides in Group 4. Leahy says the…

Jul 01, 2020

Draw has taken place for the Galway Senior Club Football Championship

The Draw for the 2020 Galway Club football Championship has taken place. 2020 Claregalway Hotel County Senior Football Championship Group One Salthill/Knocknacarra St Michaels An Spideál Bearna Group Two Moycullen Micheal Breathnach Mountbellew/Moylough…

Jul 01, 2020

Funding boost for Westport Camogie Club

Sharing Féile memories has meant a funding boost for a Mayo GAA club, despite the John West Féile na nÓg and Féile na nGael competitions not taking place this year due to Covid19 restrictions. Westport Camogie Club were among the winners in a My Féile…

Jul 01, 2020

Mayo Schoolboys/girls youth league has defended their decision not to run competitive leagues for “even age” groups

The secretary of the Mayo Schoolboys/girls youth league has defended their decision not to run competitive leagues for “even age” groups. A number of local clubs and parents have expressed their anger at the decision to cancel competitive action for under-12,…

Jul 01, 2020

Sligo Rovers object to format for return of SSE Airtricity Premier Division

Sligo Rovers say they sternly object to the format for a return to play in the SSE Airtricity Premier Division. Play will resume on July 31st, with the season truncated to 18-games per team. Promotion and relegation will remain as normal with one up and one…

Jul 01, 2020

Roscommon hurling manager Ciarán Comerford steps down

Roscommon GAA has confirmed that Ciarán Comerford has stepped down from his position as Roscommon Senior Hurling Manager. Ciarán, who was appointed in November 2017, was in his final year at the helm of the senior tea, but rather than complete the season when…

Jul 01, 2020

Mayo drawn with Armagh & Tyrone in All-Ireland Ladies Football Championships

Mayo are grouped with Armagh and Tyrone in the opening round of the TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Football Championship. All Ireland champions Dublin have been drawn with Waterford and Donegal in group 3. In group 2, last year's runners up Galway will play Tipperary…

Jun 30, 2020

SSE Airtricity League to resume on 31st July

The SSE Airtricity League is to resume on July 31st. The season will be shortened to two rounds of fixtures, the first of which had begun prior to lockdown. Promotion and relegation will remain intact as before. The National League Executive Committee…

Jun 30, 2020

Foxford councillor calls for decision on All-Ireland Schools Series to be reversed

Jun 29, 2020

Revised fixture plan announced for the Mayo Football League

The Mayo Football League has issued a revised fixture diary for the 2020 season. The first round of the leagues will still proceed on the weekend of the 15th/16th of August. The FAI Junior Cup Quarter-Final has now been rescheduled for the weekend of the…

Jun 28, 2020

Listen: Knockmore Athlete Hugh Armstrong

Knockmore's Hugh Armstrong is aiming to represent Ireland at the next years Tokyo Olympics. He has also run the fastest marathon ever run by a Mayo man. Today he joined Michael D McAndrew on Sunday Sport. https://soundcloud.com/user-962236350/hugh-armstrong

Jun 28, 2020

Listen: Castlebar Tennis Star Roisin Murphy

Castlebar based Tennis player Roisin Murphy joined Michael D. McAndrew on Sunday Sport this afternoon. Roisin is an upcoming tennis player and is ranked No. 5 in Ireland at u-18 level and is also part of the Connacht squad.…

Jun 28, 2020

Uncertainty over venues for Connacht Senior Football Championship

The GAA confirmed on Friday that the 2020 All-Ireland football championship will be straight knock-out while the hurling championship will contain a backdoor format. For the first time since 2000, the football championship will be a do-or-die scenario with…

Jun 28, 2020

Listen: Mayo GAA Coaching Officer Declan O'Reilly

Mayo GAA Senior management and club managers have had a meeting under the guidance of the Mayo GAA Coaching Officer Declan O’Reilly. The thought process behind the meeting was to open up lines of communication between the Senior Inter-County team management…

Jun 28, 2020

Martin Carney feels an All-Ireland Knockout competition was a better option

Midwest Radio GAA Analyst Martin Carney says it great now to have a clear pathway in a return to football. However, Martin Carney says he would have preferred to see a straight knockout inter county competition which would have meant five weekends of…

Jun 28, 2020

Two Mayo Schools appeal to the GAA to reverse decision of postponing All-Ireland School Series

The GAA confirmed on Friday that All-Ireland School Series has been postponed for the calendar year. However, there is a strong push to get this decision reversed. St. Joseph’s College Foxford were due to face St. Colmcilles Community School in the…

Jun 28, 2020

Westport United's Fai Junior Cup Quarter final pushed back a week

Westport United’s FAI New Balance Quarter Final with Oliver Bond Celtic will now take place on the weekend of July 25th & 26th. The tie was originally fixed for Sunday July 19th but has been pushed back a week. Westport United have home advantage but Midwest…

Jun 27, 2020

Connacht Rugby players get the all clear after Covid-19 testing

The IRFU have announced that the COVID-19 testing of Ulster and Connacht's players and staff this week has produced zero positive results. 118 players and staff across the two provinces were tested last Monday and they've now been cleared to access their…

Jun 27, 2020

Mayo Hurlers will face Monaghan in Nicky Rackard Cup Quarter Final in October

Following changes to the Hurling Championships the draw for the 2020 Nicky Rackard Cup has been made. Mayo will play Monaghan in the Quarter Finals on the weekend of October 24th & 25th. 2020 Christy Ring Cup Draw Quarter-Finals: Down v London; Offaly v…

Jun 27, 2020

Former Sligo Rovers Boss set to become new Northern Ireland Manager

Jun 25, 2020

Clew Bay Half Marathon & 10K will go ahead on September 19th

The Louisburgh Clew Bay Half Marathon and 10K will go ahead on Saturday September 19th. This is the tenth year of the event and organisers say it will be a little different to previous years with various precautions in place as a result of the Covid-19.…

Jun 25, 2020

GAA to announce revised Championship format tomorrow

The GAA will announce its revised 2020 championship fixture plan tomorrow and a football backdoor will not be included. RTE Sport is reporting that a meeting of the GAA's management committee tonight will rubber-stamp plans to launch the new fixtures…

Jun 25, 2020

Connacht rugby players & staff tested for Covid-19 ahead of return to training

Connacht pro players and staff have undergone testing for Covid-19, as part of the return to train protocols put in place by the IRFU. The players first had their temperatures taken, and then underwent tests at the Sportsground in Galway yesterday, before…

Jun 24, 2020

Mayo is challenged to be active this Sunday

Mayo is challenged to be active this Sunday, 28th June as part of the Sport Ireland National BeActive Day. Mayo Sports Partnership is one of 29 Local Sports Partnerships in the country who are coming together to celebrate a day of physical activity and sport…

Mayo County Council sponsors and supports the Martin Sheridan Bursary, it provides financial assistance to Mayo athletes as they strive to make an impact on the National, European and International Olympic stages. Councillor Brendan Mulroy, Cathairleach of…

Jun 22, 2020

Horse racing continues behind closed doors at Roscommon today

Racing continues behind closed doors at two venues this afternoon. At Roscommon, the first on an all flat card is at 1.00. while Limerick hosts the first National Hunt racing following lockdown. They get underway there at 4.15.

Jun 22, 2020

The GPA want the Provincial Football Championship scrapped this season

The Gaelic Players Association want the GAA to scrap the Provincial Football Championships this season. The GPA has called for a straight knockout format with an open draw in order to complete the Championship before the end of 2020. Meanwhile, 17 percent of…

Jun 21, 2020

James Nallen picks his best 15

Two-time All-Star and Mayo Great James Nallen joined Michael D. McAndrew on Sunday Sport today to pick his best 15. The Crossmolina Deel Rovers man played in five All-Ireland finals, including an All-Ireland final replay against Meath in 1996 and won an…

The GAA could be in a position to announce the revised 2020 hurling and football Championship formats as early as Monday next. Croke Park officials will today meet the Gaelic Players Association as the re-arranged templates for the forthcoming provincial and…

Jun 19, 2020

GAA community continues to pay tribute to Charlestown Sarsfields clubman Colm Horkan

Tributes continue to pour in from across the GAA community following the tragic death of Garda Detective Colm Horkan on Wednesday. The Charlestown Sarsfields GAA man was well known across Connacht GAA and played for Mayo at U21 level. Uachtarán CLG John Horan…

Jun 18, 2020

Charlestown GAA mourning the loss of Colm Horkan

The entire region is mourning the death of Detective Garda Colm Horkan. The Charlestown native was killed in the line of duty last night in Castlerea. Colm was a long serving member of Charlestown Sarsfields and his family are steeped in the GAA community.…

Jun 18, 2020

Connacht look certain to be included in next Seasons Champions Cup

Connacht are virtually certain to join the other three Irish provinces in next season’s Heineken Champions Cup following an agreement reached by the board of Celtic Rugby to make the Conference tables as they stood in mid-March after 13 rounds the cut-off…

Jun 18, 2020

Renewed hope that SSE Airtricity Premier Division can resume in early August

Jun 15, 2020

Horse racing returns to Roscommon this afternoon

Ahead of day one of Royal Ascot tomorrow, racing continues behind closed doors at two venues in Ireland today At Fairyhouse this afternoon, the first goes to post at 1 o'clock where the going is good to firm Later at Roscommon, another flat card gets underway…

Jun 14, 2020

Listen: Swinford Karate star Aaron McLoughlin on his career to date

Irish Karate star Aaron McLoughlin a native of Swinford who is based in Dublin joined Michael D. McAndrew on today's Sport Show. Aaron is currently working as a chartered physiotherapist in the National Orthopaedic Hospital. He spoke to Michael D about his…

Jun 14, 2020

Kevin O'Neill picks his best 15

Kevin O’Neill joined Michael D. McAndrew on Sunday Sport today to pick his best 15. The Knockmore native made his senior debut for Mayo in 1993 and over his career won five provincial crowns and appeared in two All-Ireland Finals in Croke Park. Here is…

Jun 14, 2020

Return to Club action in Mayo discussed on Sunday Sport

Mayo GAA released their schedule of matches for the 2020 Mayo senior leagues and club championships earlier this week. The senior, intermediate and junior club football championships will be played out during a six-week window, beginning on the weekend of…

Jun 14, 2020

MacSharry claims the awarding of an FAI Covid-19 testing contract 'does not reflect well' on the association

Fianna Fáil TD Marc Mac Sharry has claimed that the decision to award the contract for Covid-19 testing on League of Ireland players to Advanced Medical Services "does not refelect well on the FAI". One of the company's directors is the FAI's medical director…

Jun 14, 2020

Rugby Players Ireland disappointed by leaks of proposed salary cuts

The union that represents Irish rugby players has expressed its disappointment over the leaking of proposed salary cuts to the media. The IRFU are seeking a 20 per cent reduction to players' salaries - according to an Irish Times report - as they deal with…

Jun 13, 2020

League of Ireland Clubs set to weigh up return to action this weekend

Jun 10, 2020

Mayo GAA announce revised League & Championship Dates

Mayo GAA has today confirmed that the format of the club championship will run as originally intended with group stages followed by knock-out. The first round of the club hurling championship will commence on Friday July 31st with the football leagues also…

Jun 10, 2020

Galway Utd seek clarity on financial aid to return to football

Galway United have added their voice to calls for clarity on the financial assistance that will be required to aid a return to League of Ireland action. Clubs are expected to find out tomorrow whether enough revenue can be sourced to cover the costs of a…

Jun 10, 2020

Moy Davitts 50/50 draw recommences this weekend

Moy Davitts GAA club 50/50 draw will recommence this Saturday 13th June. Details of how to play online are available on the club's Facebook and Twitter pages. Over 20 Mayo GAA clubs are now running their lotto online on a weekly basis, and are appealing for…

Jun 09, 2020

The Connacht final may take place in Croke Park because of the pandemic

The Connacht final may have to be played in Croke Park this year to keep with social distancing guidelines. That’s according to the secretary of the Connacht GAA Council John Prenty, who thinks the two meter rule would make all Connacht venue ineligible to…

Jun 09, 2020

Chief Medical Officer says it's too soon to talk about large crowds at GAA games

Tony Holohan has poured cold water on the prospect of a half-full Croke Park happening this year. The All Ireland championships are set for a mid-October start, and GAA president John Horan says they're hopeful of allowing crowds into matches. Horan said that…

Jun 08, 2020

Horse racing returns in Ireland for the first time in 11 weeks

Horse racing resumes in Ireland today after 11 weeks following the Covid-19 lockdown. The first meeting - behind closed doors and under strict protocols - takes place at Naas Racecourse. The eight-race card gets underway at 2:55pm

Jun 08, 2020

GAA hope to have crowds of up to 42,000 in Croke Park

John Horan says Croke Park could hold up to 21,000 spectators for Championship games later this year under current Covid-19 restrictions. The GAA President also believes that number could be doubled to 42,000 if social distancing is reduced from two metres to…

Jun 07, 2020

Mayo clubs call for the Skechers National Competitions to be finished

There have been calls for the SFAI to forgo their decision to cancel the Skechers National Cup Competitions. Mayo Clubs Castlebar Celtic and Kiltimagh/Knock United made the quarter-finals of the u-14 and u-16 competitions respectively. Celtic were looking…

Jun 07, 2020

Johnny Carey picks his best 15

Mayo’s first ever All-Star Johnny Carey joined Michael D. McAndrew on Sunday Sport today to pick his best 15. The Bangor Erris native picked his team solely based on players he played against. Here is Johnny’s team: Martin Furlong Enda Colleran Noel Tierney…

Jun 07, 2020

LISTEN: Mayo GAA Chairman Liam Moffatt on the Sunday Sports Show

The CCC of the Mayo County Board will meet tomorrow night to discuss and plan towards the restart of games. The GAA released it’s roadmap on Friday for the return of action. From tomorrow dedicated GAA walking tracks may be used for recreational use in groups…

Jun 06, 2020

FAI will meet to discuss new Government measures

The FAI's steering group are set to meet today to discuss their plans for the resumption of football in the light of the government's latest easing of restrictions. They'll discuss their current plans to allow football to return across the country from July…

Jun 06, 2020

GAA target October inter-county return as they publish road map

The GAA are targeting a return to inter-county action for October 17th. They've published their guidelines for a safe return to gaelic games. Walkways around pitches can re-open on Monday, but the pitches themselves remain off limits for another three weeks.…

Connacht have signed up six promising young players on senior contracts for rugby's resumption. The six contracts all come from players making the step up for the Academy. Niall Murray, Jordan Duggan, Colm Reilly, Sean Masterson - younger brother of current…

Jun 04, 2020

Former Leitrim footballer Joe Canning has passed away

Former Leitrim footballer Joe Canning has passed away after a battle with illness. Joe was part of the Gortletteragh team that won a Leitrim title in 1970 and represented his county at inter-county level. He went on to become a key figure in Mullingar club St…

Jun 03, 2020

Six Connacht Academy players sign pro contracts

Connacht Rugby have announced that six players have signed professional contracts with the province having come through the club's academy. Niall Murray, Colm Reilly, Seán Masterson, Conor Dean, Jordan Duggan and Peter Sullivan will all be integrated into the…

Jun 03, 2020

GAA set to sign off on return to play roadmap on Friday

The GAA will take the next steps towards emerging from the lockdown on Friday. It's expected that the Association’s 'Return to Play’ roadmap will be agreed upon by the specially-formed Covid-19 Advisory Group before being ratified by GAA Management. RTE Sport…

Jun 03, 2020

Horse racing resumes in Ireland next week, behind closed doors

Horse racing in Ireland resumes next week, behind closed doors. The first meeting is in Naas on Monday next 8th June, with strict protocols in place. In this region, Roscommon will host meetings on Monday 15th, Monday 22nd and Wed 24th June. It will be July…

Jun 02, 2020

IRFU requests clubs create voluntary Covid-19 roles

May 29, 2020

Connacht Rugby announces more departures from the club

Connacht Rugby has confirmed a number of players will depart the club next month at the end of their respective contracts. Tom McCartney has announced his retirement from rugby and has returned to New Zealand after six years with Connacht. Fellow centurion…

May 29, 2020

FAI to discuss delay in creating a return to action schedule

The FAI's deputy interim CEO Niall Quinn will meet with players' representatives from the League of Ireland later. They're set to discuss the delay in creating a schedule for the return of the SSE Airtricity League. Players and staff from the four European…

May 29, 2020

GAA reiterate they will not rush a return to action or reopening of facilities

The GAA have re-iterated that they won't rush the return of matches or opening of their facilities. President John Horan says they'll only consider bringing forward their planned dates if it's deemed safe to do so. If an All-Ireland Championship is played…

May 28, 2020

Microsoft One Training webinars for Mayo GAA Club Officers

There will be training webinars for club officers in Mayo in relation to Microsoft One training this evening and on Tuesday June 2nd. Training will be done through Microsoft teams. One Drive training for South Mayo clubs is this evening at 7pm and training…

May 28, 2020

Kiltane GAA will host an online quiz this Sunday

Kiltane GAA Club will hold a virtual quiz this Sunday night at 8pm. The Quiz is in aid of the 4 churches in the Kiltane parish. It gets underway at 8pm on Sunday and you can join in by accessing Kiltane GAA's Facebook page.

May 28, 2020

Aghamore Bikeathon this Saturday in memory of the late Tom Caulfield

Aghamore Bikeathon in aid of Aghamore Community Development will take place this Saturday, 30th May from 8am to 8pm. Observing current restrictions, cycling 2 metres apart and no more than three cyclists at a time. Armbands will be worn in memory of the late…

May 28, 2020

Curry GAA will undertake a virtual run to Ruislip this weekend in memory of JP Duffy

Curry GAA Club will undertake a virtual run to Ruislip in memory of the late JP Duffy this Saturday May 30th. JP Duffy, a married dad of three, sadly became seriously ill and died while completing the Sea2Summit Adventure Race in November. The Curry GAA men's…

May 28, 2020

League of Ireland players & staff tests are negative

The players and staff at Bohemians, Derry City, Dundalk and Shamrock Rovers will undergo another round of COVID-19 screening next Monday. There were no positive results from the first round of screening, which took place earlier this week. It's hoped those…

May 28, 2020

GAA won't ease restrictions until it is safe to do so

The GAA's director general Tom Ryan insists that the re-opening of grounds must be safe. There have been calls in recent days to open the gates ahead of the current proposed date of July the 20th. However, Ryan says they're guided by concern for the safety of…

Sligo swimmer Mona McSharry has come to terms with training from home during the current restrictions. The breaststroke specialist has been out of the pool since mid-March and has been keeping herself active at home with gym equipment. The 19-year-old looks…

May 26, 2020

World Rugby set to adopt temporary Covid-19 rules within two days

Rugby could be set for a major overhaul if World Rugby adopt suggestions made by a new study. The research, commissioned by rugby's governing body, suggests removing face-to-face tackles and reset scrums to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission. World…

May 25, 2020

League of Ireland steps of plans for return today by testing players for Covid-19

The League of Ireland will step up plans to a return today when players from four clubs will be tested for Covid-19. Dundalk, Shamrock Rovers, Bohemians and Derry City are all due to compete in European competition later this year and have been invited to…

May 24, 2020

Listen: Former Sligo Rovers Keeper Ciaran Kelly on life in Doha

May 22, 2020

LGFA suspends injury fund

The LGFA has suspended its injury fund with immediate effect amid reports that teams intend to train on non-GAA facilities. This means that, according to the LGFA, any individual who suffers an injury during these sessions will be "personally responsible" for…

May 22, 2020

IRFU targeting a return for rugby in August

The IRFU are targeting a return for rugby in August, with a series of games planned for the Irish provinces. At a press briefing, the IRFU's Chief Executive Philip Browne says they are hopeful of staging a round of interprovincial games behind closed doors on…

May 22, 2020

Rob Hennelly says the health of the public must come first

Mayo goalkeeper Rob Hennelly doesn't feel a Championship should take place this year if it puts public health in jeopardy. The Breaffy club man was speaking to Midwest Radio today and says his teammates are just following the guidelines and are being put…

May 22, 2020

The funeral takes places today of former Kiltimagh GAA player Darragh Sloyan

The funeral takes place today of former Kiltimagh player Darragh Sloyan. Darragh played for Mayo at a number of levels including the Mayo minor teams of 2002 & 2003 and also had a spell with Castlebar Mitchels. Darragh is survived by his wife Lorraine,…

May 22, 2020

Galway Races remains a seven-day meeting on original dates

Horse Racing Ireland has announced the Galway Festival will remain a seven-day meeting on its original dates this year. However, there will be significant changes to the traditional race programme, with the opening two days to host Flat races only, while the…

May 21, 2020

World Swimming Championships put back a year

The World Swimming Championships have been put back 12 months due to the coronavirus pandemic. The sport's world governing body Fina announced the short-course championships will now take place between December 13th and 18th in 2021. Irish swimmers such as…

May 21, 2020

Roscommon Senior Football manager says his players greatly miss human & team interaction

Roscommon Senior football manager Anthony Cunningham says his players greatly miss human and team interaction since the squad disbanded. Cunningham led the Rossies to Connacht glory last year, becoming the first GAA manager to win senior titles - in both…

May 21, 2020

Castlebar Celtic remind the public their grounds remain closed

Castlebar Celtic are reminding the general public that due to HSE guidelines and Covid-19 restrictions Celtic Park is closed. The club have installed CCTV and it is operational in all parts of the grounds. Any groups or individuals found gaining access to the…

May 21, 2020

League of Ireland clubs could be given a potential return date later today

League of Ireland clubs could find out more about a potential return date later on when the FAI's steering group meets again. Thomond Park could be used as a venue for games, when the season resumes. The Aviva Stadium, Tallaght Stadium and Athlone are also in…

May 21, 2020

Sports data company set to examine GAA contact time

The Newry-based company behind the 'Player Proximity' white paper that provided detail of contact between Premier League players ahead of a return to training this week hopes to be soon in a position to provide similar information to its GAA clients.…

May 20, 2020

Stephen Kenny launches FAI-ETB Player Development Course applications

Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny has launched the application process for the next Player Development Course, jointly hosted by the Football Association of Ireland and several Education & Training Boards countrywide. As a manager who worked with six…

May 20, 2020

Lee Keegan calls for GAA to make a decision sooner rather than later

Lee Keegan believes the vast majority of inter-county players want the GAA to make a call sooner rather than later on whether there will be a championship in 2020. The most recent Croke Park position indicated October as the earliest possible starting point…

May 20, 2020

Tributes paid to Darragh Sloyan

Tributes are being paid today following the sudden death of former Kiltimagh player Darragh Sloyan. Darragh played for Mayo at a number of levels including the Mayo minor teams of 2002 & 2003 and also had a spell with Castlebar Mitchels. Darragh is survived…

May 20, 2020

Ballina Rugby Club launch future development fund

Ballina Rugby Club is reaching out to supporters at home and abroad asking them to get behind a gofundme page set up to continue the future development of the club on Creggs Road. The club say they face their own challenges. Teams haven’t been able to play…

May 19, 2020

Dublin Marathon cancelled due to coronavirus

This year's Dublin Marathon has been cancelled because of the coronavirus. The race was due to be held on October 25th but it's been called off "in the best interest of the health and wellbeing of all those involved". Organisers say they looked at a number of…

Golfers across the region are beginning to return to the fairways as restrictions are lifted as part of phase one of the government’s roadmap to exit the Covid-19 lockdown. There have been steady flows of people heading to Claremorris Golf Course in…

May 17, 2020

Shane Curran picks his best 15

Roscommon's Shane Curran joined Michael D. McAndrew on Sunday Sport today to pick his best 15 that ever played with or against. The legendary goalkeeper confined his team to Connacht and also picked his 15 without the inclusion of any players from his native…

May 17, 2020

AFLW Agent Jason Hill speaks to Sunday Sport

Jason Hill, an AFLW agent and founder of Cross-Coders was not impressed with the comments of Mayo Ladies football manager Peter Leahy on Midwest Sport last Sunday where he said players have to decide whether to commit fully to the Green and Red set-up or to…

May 17, 2020

LISTEN: Ballintubber Senior football manager praises the GAA's response to the pandemic

The Ballintubber Senior Football manager believes the GAA has done the right thing by calling a halt to all activities during the pandemic Kevin Johnson has praised the organisation's response to the outbreak and highlighted the role played by clubs in their…

May 17, 2020

Racing returns to Roscommon on Monday June 15th

Naas racecourse will stage the return of horse racing on June 8th. Horse Racing Ireland have revealed the fixtures for June after a board meeting was held yesterday. At the Curragh during the first week of action - the 2000 Guineas go ahead on Friday June 12…

May 17, 2020

Horse Racing Ireland to publish their June race meeting schedule

Horse Racing Ireland will publish their schedule for race meetings in June later today. The sport is set to resume behind closed doors from June the 8th. Horse racing Ireland chief executive Brian Kavanagh says they hope to re-fix many of the lost cards in…

May 16, 2020

Government establishes a 'Return to Sport Expert Group'

The government has established a "'Return to Sport Expert Group" to give guidance to sporting bodies on the phased return of sport in Ireland. Minister for Sport, Shane Ross, and Minister of State with responsibility for Sport, Brendan Griffin will chair the…

May 16, 2020

FAI pathway for a safe return to action includes a pilot programme in June

The FAI have confirmed a four-team tournament will take place this summer to test the waters for the sport's return. Dundalk, Shamrock Rovers, Bohemians and Derry City will all be regularly tested for COVID-19 from May 26th. They'll then be allowed to resume…

May 16, 2020

LGFA calls all inter-county training to a halt and surveys game stakeholders

The LGFA have requested that all inter-county training be called to a halt. A survey of 3000 of the game's stakeholders revealed some pessimism surrounding ladies football this year. Just 51 per cent believe there will be football of any kind in 2020. While…

May 15, 2020

Racing set to resume behind closed doors on June 8th

Horse Racing Ireland has confirmed that the sport will resume behind closed doors on June 8th. HRI have welcomed news of the return, which comes three-weeks ahead of schedule. They'll publish a fixture list for the month of June on Sunday. Ten meetings were…

May 15, 2020

Eastern Gaels to undertake a 'GoSolo' run for local charities this weekend

Eastern Gaels Senior Players will complete a GoSolo" run on Sunday to raise funds for Brickens Group Home and Brickens Meals on Wheels. Players will solo a ball from each players house to the next players house around Brickens Bekan and Logboy hand-passing a…

May 15, 2020

A Mayo football club hits out at anti-social behaviour at their closed facilities

A Mayo football club are warning of anti-social behaviour at their facilities. The incident occurred at the Mount Falcon grounds of Conn Rangers FC over the past two days. In a statement on their Facebook page last night the club said: "The events in question…

May 15, 2020

Mayo GAA appeal for the public to support a Ballycastle GAA family

Mayo GAA are appealing for public donations to support a Ballycastle family who need to renovate their home to meet their child's needs. The 'Roar for Ruairi' initiative is in support of Ruairi McDonnell, who was diagnosed with a rare neurological disease…

May 14, 2020

Connacht Rugby unveils limited edition "heroes" jersey

Connacht Rugby, along with their partners Elverys and BLK, have collaborated to create a special and unique, Limited-Edition ‘Heroes’ jersey in aid of ALONE and the Galway and Mayo/Roscommon Hospices. During these unprecedented times, ALONE and the…

May 14, 2020

Former All-Ireland winner against a return to action this year

Former All Ireland winner with Donegal - Mark McHugh has revealed he was one of the players who said they would be against a return to action this year. A Club Players' Association survey found that 22 per cent of players would not return to training or…

The Republic of Ireland are set to hold matches behind closed doors if and when they are staged at Lansdowne Road this year. Stephen Kenny's first competitive game in charge is set to be against Bulgaria on September 3rd. It's believed FIFA and UEFA could end…

May 13, 2020

Golf clubs reopen next Monday, for members living within 5km of the course

Golf clubs in the Republic of Ireland will reopen for play from next Monday, but only to members, and only for members who live within 5km of the course. The GUI announced yesterday that the Irish Amateur Open and the four provincial championships for 2020 -…

May 12, 2020

AFLW agent responds to Mayo ladies manager Peter Leahy

An agent for the Australian Football Women's League says he's extremely disappointed at comments made by Peter Leahy, in which the Mayo ladies manager said footballers will have to decide whether to commit fully to their county or to the AFLW going forward.…

May 12, 2020

Mayo GAA clubs told to resume paying levies during the pandemic

Mayo GAA clubs have been told they must pay their club levies despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and restrictions. Clubs were notified on Sunday evening by the Secretary of Mayo GAA Dermot Butler, who said the move comes following a Directive from Croke…

May 12, 2020

22% of the Club Players' Association won't resume training without Covid-19 vaccine

More than one in five of members of the Club Players' Association would not be prepared to return to training until a Covid-19 vaccine is available. The CPA surveyed its membership last week and from the 3,008 respondents, 57 per cent were willing to return…

May 12, 2020

FAI wants government guidance on infrastructural costs facing amateur clubs

The FAI wants government guidance on the infrastructural costs that amateur clubs will face for a safe return to play. Team sports could resume behind closed doors as early as July 20 under the government's roadmap. But the FAI are seeking further clarity on…

May 11, 2020

Ballinrobe GAA Club pays tribute to former player who passed away in Co Clare

Ballinrobe GAA Club has paid tribute this evening to Liam O'Haire, a former Ballinrobe footballer who passed away yesterday in Crusheen, Co Clare following an illness. 42-year old Mr O'Haire was a native of Rathkelly, Ballinrobe, and his family have a long…

May 11, 2020

Achill Half Marathon and 10K run postponed until the 12th of September

The Achill Half Marathon and 10k run has been postponed until the 12th of September this year. Registration for the event is closed and will re-open for new entries on the 1st June to accommodate changes by registered runners as of the 9th of May. Any…

May 11, 2020

Mayo Ladies footballers must decide between playing AFLW and LGFA

Members of the Mayo senior ladies football team will have to decide whether to commit fully to the LGFA or AFL from now on. Mayo Ladies manager Peter Leahy made the announcement on the Sunday Sports show yesterday. The Westmeath man says playing two codes in…

May 11, 2020

GAA unlikely to resume while social distancing remains in place

May 06, 2020

GAA meeting today to consider possibility of 2020 championship

The GAA's management committee and county board chairs are to meet remotely today to discuss options around the All Ireland Championship during the pandemic. There is the possibility there may be no All-Ireland finals played in 2020. The Government had…

May 06, 2020

John Maughan calls on GAA to "pull the curtain down" on this year's championship

Former Mayo senior football manager John Maughan is calling on the GAA to "pull the curtain down" on this year's championship. The Offaly manager says we need some level of certainty now, but he can't see that playing games can be considered safe in 2020.…

May 05, 2020

Physios raise over €60,000 for Mayo University Hospital on Mayo Day

More than 65 Mayo physios and their families have raised over €60,000 and counting for Mayo University Hospital following their Mayo Day challenge. Physiotherapists across the region and further afield completed a range of physical challenges on Saturday. The…

May 05, 2020

Connacht GAA President believes risk posed by coronavirus warrants a 2021 return to play

Connacht GAA President Gerry McGovern believes the risks of a return to play this year are too high and has urged the Association to focus completely on the 2021 All-Ireland Championships. McGovern says that his chief concern is that enough is not known about…

May 03, 2020

Roscommon footballers raise over €50,000 for local hospice with shave or dye challenge

The Roscommon Senior footballers have today raised over 50,000 euro for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice with their shave or dye challenge. The team set up a gofundme page for the initiative in the middle of April with the aim of raising 30,000 euro for the…

May 03, 2020

Ballinrobe Racecourse Manager hopeful to see racing return behind closed doors

Irish racing faces an anxious wait to learn whether it can make its coronavirus comeback on May 18th, or not until six weeks later. Ballinrobe Racecourse is one of the major venues across the region who are eagerly awaiting a return to racing in some…

May 02, 2020

Mayo Triathlete raises over €10,000 for charity following Ironman challenge from home

Mayo Triathlete Stephen Donnelly completed his Ironman challenge for charity in under 9 hours yesterday. The Ballina man completed the challenge to raise funds for his local meals on wheels service and the Mayo General Hospital Covid-19 patients and staff…

May 02, 2020

GAA and soccer could resume by the end of July under five stage plan

It's hoped that the GAA and the SSE Airtricity League can resume on July 20th. The government's Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business has outlined a phased return for sport in this country. May 18th will see golf courses re-open, while athletes can begin…

May 01, 2020

Galway star Damien Comer believes he will win an All-Ireland with the Tribesmen

Galway football star Damien Comer is convinced he will win a senior All-Ireland title with the tribesmen. After suffering from injury in2019, the powerful full forward is hoping to be back to full strength by the end of the current lockdown. The sharpshooter…

May 01, 2020

Mayo triathlete begins his Ironman challenge for charity having surpassed fundraising target

Mayo triathlete Stephen Donnelly is currently undertaking an Ironman challenge to raise funds for his local Meals and Wheels service and the Mayo General Hospital Covid-19 fund for patients and staff. The 33-year-old has started the challenge at his home in…

Apr 30, 2020

Sligo Rovers say "behind closed doors" guidelines impractical

Sligo Rovers say the 'behind closed doors' guidelines presented to clubs are cost prohibitive. A 40-page document was issued on Tuesday by the FAI, and outlined how clubs may conduct games when football is allowed resume in the country. But Sligo chairman…

Apr 30, 2020

GAA to offer season ticket holders partial refund or discount on next year's ticket

The GAA will offer season ticket holders a partial refund, or a discount on 2021 season tickets if the season is cancelled. The association admit to changing the terms and conditions on season tickets in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, specifying no…

Apr 29, 2020

Mayo League online virtual tournament

In the absence of matches or training due to Covid-19, the Mayo League has set up an online virtual tournament which has proved to be a success so far, with 25 clubs putting a player forward to play in the event. A Go Fund Me page has been set up, and…

Apr 29, 2020

Aghamore GAA Club "run a mile backwards" to raise funds for PPE

This Saturday, 26 players and members of Aghamore GAA Club will run a mile backwards individually, to raise funds for PPE equipment at three nursing homes in the parish. The players and members will each run a mile backwards, within the 2km restricted…

Apr 28, 2020

Ballyhaunis GAA to donate proceeds of draw to Western Care for PPE

Ballyhaunis GAA Club will donate the proceeds of their five, ‘50 50’ draws in May to Western Care for the purchase of PPE. The club made the decision in the hope of giving something back to the community and say that their members remain available to assist…

Apr 28, 2020

Mayo legend Andy Moran holds online PE classes for Active Home week

Former Mayo footballer Andy Moran will be running an online PE class every day at 11.30am this week on The Movement YouTube channel as part of Active Home week. Mayo GAA have teamed up with The Movement Gym to get everyone across the region up and moving.…

Apr 28, 2020

Mayo triathlete undertakes Ironman challenge from home for charity

Mayo triathlete Stephen Donnelly will undertake an Ironman challenge to raise funds for his local Meals and Wheels service and the Mayo General Hospital Covid-19 fund for patients and staff. The 33-year-old will undertake the challenge at his home in Ballina…

Apr 27, 2020

GAA President says inter-county championships could run into 2021

GAA President John Horan says the hurling and football championships could run into 2021. He also said there was no truth in the reports that there were plans to allow inter-county teams to resume training in the summer. Horan said the club game will be first…

Mayo Sport Partnership is holding a Mayo Day Women’s 10K Your Way, a run or walk which can be done within 2km of your own home. With the Mayo.ie Western People Women’s Mini postponed, this alternative 10K can be done individually or as part of a tag-team.…

Apr 25, 2020

Sport Ireland Chief predicts a long wait for a return of contact sports

Sport Ireland chief executive John Treacy admits it could be some time before contact sports resume in Ireland. He says it'll be trickier for sports without physical distancing to get back underway soon and he expects non contact sports to resume more swiftly…

Apr 24, 2020

Renowned GAA Doctor fears there will be no sport played in Ireland this year

One of the GAA’s best known doctors has said that he fears there will be no sport played in Ireland this year. The Irish Daily Mail is reporting that Legendary Cork medic Dr Con Murphy has warned fans against misinterpreting Government directives that…

Apr 24, 2020

Galway footballer recovers from knee injury and begins work on the frontline

Galway footballer Nicola Ward started running for the first time since injuring her knee last year on Monday, which was also her first day at work in Crumlin Children’s Hospital. The Kilkerrin/Clonberne defender has been out of action since last November’s…

Apr 24, 2020

Galway star Johnny Glynn leads the New York footballers towards a 1000km run in 24 hours for charity

The New York Senior footballers were scheduled to play Galway in the first round of the Connacht Championship on May 3rd, but the games was postponed due to the Covid-19 outbreak. In place of this the New York Senior football Panel and Management, led by…

Apr 23, 2020

Sarah Rowe donating signed Mayo jersey to "Do it for Dan Campaign"

To raise funds for the Do it for Dan, Sarah Rowe has donated her signed Mayo jersey. To be in with a chance to win the jersey you are asked to donate what you can to the campaign. You are then asked to Screenshot the receipt & DM to the Mayo LGFA Twitter…

Apr 23, 2020

Galway Ladies Star Nicola Ward making great recovery since injuring her knee last year

Last Monday was huge for Galway star Nicola Ward, as she started running for the first time since injuring her knee last year, while it was also her first day at work in Crumlin Children’s Hospital. The TG4 All-Star winning defender has been out of action…

Apr 23, 2020

Monster Sports Quiz in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice taking place tonight

A Monster Sports Quiz in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation organised by Conn Rangers FC and Knockmore GAA will take place this evening. The quiz is scheduled to start at 8pm this evening. Just head to the Conn Rangers Facebook page anytime after 7pm…

Apr 23, 2020

Joe Canning fundraising campaign exceeds its target

Galway hurling legend Joe Canning is giving away five pairs of boots and three of the most prized jerseys he has collected over his career in support of UNICEF Ireland and Do It For Dan. The Galway star has set up a GoFundMe page this week with the target of…

Apr 22, 2020

Decision to be made on how to resume the League of Ireland before May 5th

The National League Executive Committee and the FAI hope to have a final recommendation on how to resume the League of Ireland before May 5th. A meeting today discussed a number of possible options, including the season resuming behind closed doors on June…

Apr 22, 2020

GAA facing a race against time to have any kind of Championship this year

The GAA are now facing a race against time to have any kind of Championship in 2020. It's reported today that provincial club championships may not see the light of day due to the freeze on the calendar.

Apr 22, 2020

Galway Racing Festival to take place behind closed doors

This year's Galway Festival will only take place behind closed doors. The Galway Race Committee remain hopeful that this year's festival can still go ahead, even if it's not open to the public. This year's Festival was due to run from July 27th to August 2nd…

Apr 21, 2020

Swinford family launch football training Youtube challenge

A Swinford father and son duo is bringing virtual football training to football fanatics across the region. Martin Doherty and son Luke have launched a YouTube channel called Garden Football Martin is an Under 13s coach with Swinford FC and himself and Luke…

Apr 21, 2020

Former GAA Chief says games should not return until it is '100 percent safe'

Former GAA president Liam O’Neil is calling on the association not to play games ‘until it is 100 percent safe’ to do so. O’Neil says that whole generations of people are ‘not even thinking of games’ because they are ‘afraid of taking chances’ and ‘of…

Apr 21, 2020

GAA holds webinar to guide the changing of championship structures

The GAA are expected to seek more information on the weekend comments by Health Minister Simon Harris that look like bringing closure on the 2020 championship season. Minister Harris said mass gatherings would be "highly unlikely" this year, with lots of…

Apr 20, 2020

All-star Mayo footballer misses out on AFLW Best First Year Player award

Aileen Gilroy has missed out on the AFLW Players' MVP Best First Year Player award. The Mayo footballer was nominated by her AFL club the North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos, in the league's most revered awards. The St Brigid’ Clubwoman had reached a…

Apr 20, 2020

Former Mayo footballer wants the GAA to make a decision on the 2020 season within a month

A former Mayo footballer is appealing to the GAA to make a definitive decision on this year’s championship within a month. Davitts GAA clubman, Michael Conroy made the call, saying that the GAA shouldn’t put any decision ‘on the long finger’. He believes the…

Apr 20, 2020

A second Six Nations tournament could be played in the Autumn

A second Six Nations tournament could be played in 2020, as the sport's governing body’s look to recoup their lost earnings. It's being reported plans are being made to play a championship over an 8 week block in the Autumn, should the touring southern…

Apr 19, 2020

LISTEN: Michael Conroy reveals the 'Best 15' he's played with, against, or coached

Michael Conroy shares his Best 15 with Midwest Radio's Michael D. McAndrew. It includes the top players he has played with on any team, managed or coached. The former Mayo sharpshooter has also called on the GAA to make a decision on their fixtures within the…

Apr 19, 2020

Mayo footballer nominated for Best First Year Player in the WAFL MVP awards

Aileen Gilroy has been nominated by the North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos for the AFLW Players' MVP Best First Year Player award. The Mayo native will battle it out for the title in the league's most revered awards. The winner will be announced on Monday.

Apr 19, 2020

Derry manager open to the GAA playing games behind closed doors

Derry manager Rory Gallagher feels the public's desire to watch games means the G-A-A should consider playing games behind closed doors. He says it restrictions are lifted, the association should look to get matches going without crowds and stream them…

Apr 18, 2020

GAA President says the association won't rush return to play decisions

GAA President John Horan says the association won't make any hurried decisions to return to play. The decision of Special Congress to place decision-making powers into the GAA's management committee opens the door for radically different championships. The…

Apr 17, 2020

GPA reported to have told their players of the possibility there could be no Championship this year

The Gaelic Players Association are reported to have informed their players of the possibility there could be no GAA Championships this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. It is reported the GPA are set to be asked by the GAA to canvass their members over…

Apr 17, 2020

Connacht Rugby's Ultane Dillane praises the provinces efforts to facilitate training from home

Connacht Rugby players have been lucky enough to avail of enough gym equipment to train at home during the Covid-19 pandemic. That is the hopeful message from Connacht and Ireland international Ultan Dillane, speaking as part of the Tackle your feelings…

Apr 17, 2020

GAA's management committee may get authority to make decisions on competition structures at today's Special Congress

A Special Congress will be held remotely today which could go some way to deciding how hurling and football will proceed once restrictions on movement are lifted. Earlier this week, the GAA said that no championships will be played before July at the…

The GAA are expected to propose football and hurling championships which retain the qualifiers at next week's remote special congress. It's likely the round-robin sections of the Leinster and Munster hurling competitions will be dropped as well as the Super…

Apr 11, 2020

Mayo boxer Ray Moylette takes on a push up challenge for charity

Mayo boxer Ray Moylette is taking on a push up challenge to raise funds for HSE frontline staff and Pieta House. He is taking on a 1,000 push ups in one hour challenge, which will be live-streamed on Off The Ball on April 17. Ray has set up a GoFundMe page…

Apr 09, 2020

Sarah Rowe named AFLW Irish Player of the year

Mayo’s Sarah Rowe has been named AFLW Irish Player of the year. 16 Irish women lined out competitively Down Under this season and the AFL Ireland Women’s team tracked their statistics in relation to goals, disposals, kicks, handballs, marks and tackles across…

Apr 09, 2020

Ireland's Euro playoff with Slovakia is expected to be played in October

New Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny's says he's expecting the Euro playoff with Slovakia to be played in October. The former Dundalk boss is hoping to play some friendlies prior to the game in Bratislava. He's also spoken of his conviction to have…

Apr 09, 2020

Calls for the GAA to issue a provisional date for a return to action

Donegal football manager Declan Bonner's called on the GAA to issue a provisional date for a return to action. The leagues have been suspended and the championships put on hold as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Bonner's told the Donegal Democrat he can't…

Mayo & Tooreen hurler Cathal Freeman is going to run 42km in his back garden while soloing a ball to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society and also to buy PPE for HSE staff. The talented hurler is a medical student and says he is doing very little with his…

Apr 03, 2020

Galway Hurling star Conor Whelan says he would welcome any sort of Championship format

Galway hurling star Conor Whelan says he would welcome any sort of a championship at the moment. The Irish Times reports that Galway management has left it up to the players to maintain fitness levels, but Whelan feels that they’d need about four weeks’…

Apr 03, 2020

English League One footballer returns home to Mayo in pursuit of a career in the financial sector

A Mayo footballer in England is walking away from the sport, regardless of whether this English season resumes or not. Peterborough goalkeeper Conor O’Malley has returned home to the Westport, with his contract with the English club expiring on June 30th. The…

GAA Clubs and counties will be given additional time to repay internal loans and membership affiliations in the coming weeks and months, county GAA chairpersons were assured via conference call yesterday. As clubs and counties begin to feel the pinch, GAA…

Mar 31, 2020

GAA clubs across the region remind members to register by tonight

GAA clubs across the region are reminding their members to get registered by tonight’s deadline. In the GAA's Official Guide under rule 2.1 (g), membership must be paid by the 31 March in order for the member to retain voting rights or be a member of a…

Mar 30, 2020

Mayo legend David Brady stars in TG4's latest Laochra Gael episode

TG4’s sport documentary series Laochra Gael turns its attention to Mayo midfielder David Brady this Thursday David Brady lost four All-Ireland Finals with Mayo, and also won an All-Ireland Club title with his beloved Ballina Stephenites. David’s story is told…

Mar 30, 2020

Galway native Aaron Connolly set to miss key Ireland games following ankle surgery

Mar 27, 2020

GAA could revert to knockout championship format to complete the 2020 season

The GAA still aims to complete its All-Ireland senior football and hurling championships by the scheduled final dates of August 16 (for hurling) and August 30 (for football). The Irish Independent reports that this would be dependent on action starting by…

Mar 26, 2020

Mayo GAA continuing to suspend all Club games across all age grades until at least April 26th

Due to the current COVID19 situation and following the GAA's announcement yesterday on extending the suspension of all GAA activity until April 19th Mayo GAA have confirmed they are continuing to suspend all club games across all age grades until at least…

Mar 26, 2020

Andy Moran says there is no certainty around Championship dates

The Connacht Senior Football Championship match between London and Roscommon which was scheduled for May 3rd, has been called off. The GAA are targeting mid June for a return to action, with a two week lead in time necessary to allow players build requisite…

Mar 26, 2020

First meeting at Ballinrobe cancelled with doubt over the May fixtures

The first meeting at Ballinrobe racecourse has been cancelled and the manager at the track confirmed to Midwest Sport this morning that it's unlikely to see racing until at least June. It follows the announcement by Government that all sporting events have…

Mar 26, 2020

Roscommon v London will not go ahead on May 3rd

The GAA has confirmed this morning that the Connacht Senior Football Championship meeting between Roscommon and London on May 3rd has been cancelled. The GAA's Head of Games Administration Feargal McGill confirmed the news and also stated that a tentative…

Mar 26, 2020

Connacht's Jack Carty praises IRFU move to protect jobs

Connacht and Ireland out-half Jack Carty believes the IRFU made the best of a bad situation by implementing pay deferrals for the duration of the current crisis. Last Friday, the union announced that all of their more than 500 staff would be taking a…

Mar 26, 2020

GAA Facilities to remain closed until April 19th

All GAA facilities are to remain closed until April 19th. Director General Tom Ryan's requested that all pitches, walkways and gathering areas be sealed off in line with new government guidelines. Ryan says they're working hard to ensure the GAA is in the…

Mar 25, 2020

Tom Parsons highlights importance of a support network in his road to recovery

Mayo footballer Tom Parsons has been detailing his road to recovery. The Charlestown man suffered an horrific knee injury against Galway in 2018 and was told he would never run again, but he beat the odds. Parsons has spoken about the importance of a support…

Mar 25, 2020

GAA may outline tentative plans for coming months later today

The GAA are likely to reveal their tentative plans for the coming months later today. It's expected the remainder of this year's Allianz League campaigns will be cancelled, in a step mirrored by the LGFA yesterday. The tier-two Tailteann Cup could be deferred…

Mar 25, 2020

Mayo AC 5K Summer Series postponed due to Covid-19

Following the Government’s latest announcement regarding further Covid-19 restrictions, Mayo AC have decided to postpone the 2020 Summer 5k series which was scheduled to start on May 12. A new date will be announced as soon as appropriate.

Mar 25, 2020

Facilities at Connacht GAA centre in Bekan closed to the public

Connacht GAA have announced that the pitches, walkway and all other facilities at the Connacht Centre of Excellence in Bekan are closed to the public from this morning, in accordance with Government regulations. They're asking the public to practice social…

Mar 24, 2020

All sporting events taking place behind closed doors suspended from tonight

Today’s meeting at Clonmel will be the last to take place in Ireland until April 19 at the earliest. The Government has confirmed that all sporting events taking place behind closed doors must also be suspended from midnight. Among the suspensions is the…

Mar 24, 2020

Tokyo Olympics postponed until next year

The Tokyo Olympics have been postponed until 2021. Organisers of the 2020 Games, due to begin on the 24th of July, have agreed to the postponement of the event by a year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has confirmed that he…

Mar 24, 2020

LGFA cancels 2020 Lidl National Leagues and other competitions

Following the suspension of all activity at club, inter-county and educational levels during Covid-19, the LGFA management committee have decided to cancel the 2020 Lidl national leagues, which means the competition will not be completed in 2020. Also…

Mar 24, 2020

Tennis Ireland recommends suspension of all tennis activity on the island of Ireland

The Board of Tennis Ireland is recommending that all Tennis activities be suspended across the island of Ireland until further notice. The organisation made the announcement following the UK tightening Covid-19 measures yesterday and the likelihood of the…

Mar 24, 2020

Japan's Prime Minister formally requests the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics

Japan's Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe has formally requested a postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. He says a full games will take place in the country before the end of next year. It's after he held talks with the head of the International Olympic…

Mar 24, 2020

The International Olympic Committee member says the 2020 Games will likely be postponed

The 2020 Olympic Games will be postponed, according to International Olympic Committee member Dick Pound. The Games are set to start in Tokyo on July 24th, but are highly unlikely to go ahead due to the coronavirus pandemic. The IOC have given themselves a…

Mar 24, 2020

Castlebar Celtic footballers go viral online with 'Keepy Uppy' toilet roll challenge

A video of Castlebar Celtic footballers doing ‘Keepy-Uppys’ with a toilet roll has gone viral. The footage shows members of their senior squad skillfully doing tricks with the loo roll went crated huge traction on social media. It’s part of an online trend…

Mar 23, 2020

Increasingly likely that 2020 Olympic Games will be postponed

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