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  • Mar 21, 2023

    Kiltimagh basketball star signs for AFLW side for 2023 season

    Dual sport star Dayna Finn has signed for Australian Football League Women’s (AFLW) side Carlton for the 2023 season. The Kiltimagh native last played for Mayo in the 2021 All-Ireland semi-final, but has focused on basketball in recent years, where she…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    Plenty of action for Mayo AC athletes over the weekend

    Mayo AC athletes were out in numbers over the Holiday weekend as the 2023 road running season opened up. In addition to the eleven competing with success in the 50th Tubbercurry St Patrick’s Day 10k, Eamonn Joyce ran a fantastic half-marathon pb in Mullingar…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    Doris nominated for Guinness 6 Nations Player of the Championship

    Lacken native Caelan Doris is among the six nominations for the Guinness 6 Nations Player of the Championship. His Leinster club mate Hugo Keenan has also been nominated, along with Connacht's Mack Hansen. There are also three French players up for the award.…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    Coyne & Hanley included in Sigerson Cup Team of the Year

    Two Mayo footballers have been selected in this year's Electric Ireland Higher Education Team of the Year. Ballyhaunis's Jack Coyne makes the team at left corner forward, after a good display with UL this year in making the Sigerson Cup final. Coyne has also…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    O'Shea and Galway's Daly nominated for Footballer of the Week

    Mayo’s Aidan O’Shea and Galway’s John Daly have been nominated for GAA.ie Footballer of the Week. O’Shea helped Mayo overcome Donegal in Ballybofey with 0-4 before picking up the Player of the Match award. Daly was instrumental for Galway in their win away to…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    O'Shea and Ruane included in Football Team of the Week

    Mayo senior footballers Aidan O’Shea and Matthew Ruane have been selected in this week’s GAA.ie Football Team of the Week. O’Shea picked up the player of the match award after an impressive display with 0-4 from corner forward. His Breaffy club mate Ruane hit…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    Adrian Phillips makes GAA.ie Hurling Team of the Week

    Mayo senior hurler Adrian Phillips has been included in this week’s GAA.ie Hurling Team of the Week. He is one of two Connacht players selected, with Galway’s Conor Cooney also in the half forward line. Phillips starred with 2-2 for Tom Phillips and Dave…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    Mayo boxers win Silver and Bronze at 5 Nation tournament over the weekend

    Castlebar Boxing Club's Natalia Fasciszewska has won Silver for Team Ireland at the 5 Nation tournament in Italy over the weekend, defeating Ukraine on the final day. Meanwhile Eagle BC's Nell McLoughlin secured Bronze at the same tournament. In total, the 8…
  • Mar 20, 2023

    Ireland U20's secure second successive Grand Slam

    The Ireland under-20s completed a second successive Six Nations Grand Slam last night. Richie Murphy's side beat England by 36 points to 24 at Cork's Musgrave Park. The hosts had to withstand a late fightback from England, with the visitors down to 14 players…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    This weekend's Mayo GAA club results

    Sweeney Cup Senior Fri, 17 Mar, (Round: Round 1), Knockmore 0-1 Ballina Stephenites 0-0 County Cup 2022 Thu, 16 Mar, (Round: Semi Final 1), Charlestown Sarsfields 1-16 Kilmaine GAA 2-15 Nth Mayo JFC A 2023 Fri, 17 Mar, (Round: Qtr Final 4), Ballina…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    Mayo cruise to victory in Ballybofey

    The Mayo men's senior footballers keep their unbeaten status in division one after a comfortable win at the hands of Donegal today. In wet and windy conditions in Ballybofey, Donegal proved difficult early on, with Ciaran Thompson and Michael Langan hitting…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    Galway edge Mayo by a single point in division one rivalry

    Galway pipped Mayo by a single point in today's Lidl Ladies National Football League game. Tara Needham got the first score of the game, hitting the back of the net after 12 minutes. Roisin Leonard hit back with four points for Galway, and ended up with five…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    Results from this weekend's Calor Gas Premier & Super Cup

    Results from today’s Mayo Calor Gas Premier Cup: Ballyheane FC (2) 2-1 Castlebar Town Hollister 5-1 Claremorris FC (2) Manulla B 4-3 Conn Rangers (3) Castlebar Celtic B 5-0 Ballyvary Blue Bombers Crossmolina B 4-7 Ballinrobe Town (2) Killala 0-1 Ballyglass…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    Tubbercurry's 50th annual St Patrick's Day road race a success

    St Patrick’s Day was unique, exciting, and historic for Tubbercurry as the 50th edition of their annual 10k was held. The first edition of the race was scheduled for St Stephen’s Day in 1973 but was cancelled due to snow. Organisers - inspirational local…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    Sligo climb to top of fourth division

    Sligo now sit at the top of the Allianz National football league division four after victory over Carlow yesterday. Tony McEntee’s side hit two first half goals through captain Niall Murphy and Sean Carrabine to give them a five point lead at the break. If…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    Roscommon lose in Tralee as Kerry climb to third

    Roscommon are now in fourth spot heading into the final round of the Allianz National Football League having suffered defeat at the hands of Kerry last night. Conor Cox hit 0-7 against his home county, but unfortunately for Davy Burke's side they could not…
  • Mar 19, 2023

    Tierney's last gasp goal gives Galway win in Armagh

    Galway are up to second place in the Allianz National Football League after a dramatic win over Armagh yesterday evening. Matthew Tierney's 73rd minute goal sealed victory, after two points from sub Tomo Culhane levelled the game in normal time. Victory on…
  • Mar 18, 2023

    Rowe goal seals Bohs win over Galway United

    Sarah Rowe has scored her first league goal of the season since joining Bohemians. In the first half of today’s game against Galway United, Rowe capitalised on a loose back pass to the goalkeeper, and she got the final touch to send the ball to the net. The…
  • Mar 18, 2023

    Mayo camogie side unable to get past Kildare

    Very Camogie National League Kildare 2-09 Mayo 1-06
  • Mar 18, 2023

    Mayo victorious against Louth but miss out on playoff spot

    The Mayo senior hurlers have made it back to back wins in the Allianz National Hurling League Division 3A with victory over Louth today in Darver. Louth took the lead early, and were 0-3 to 0-0 up before Eoin Delaney got Mayo off the mark with a point after…
  • Mar 18, 2023

    Ireland hoping to seal the Grand Slam this evening

    All eyes will be on the Aviva Stadium this evening as Ireland take on England in the final game of the Six Nations. The men in green will be hoping to seal the Grand Slam in Dublin for the first time, with Johnny Sexton set to make his final appearance in the…
  • Mar 18, 2023

    Mayo side named for high stakes clash with rivals Galway

    Michael Moyles has named his side for tomorrow's league meeting with Galway in Hastings Insurance MacHale Park. This is a very important one for Mayo in their bid to keep their division one status for 2024. With neighbours Galway coming to Castlebar, the…
  • Mar 18, 2023

    Mayo hurlers look for back to back league wins

    Joint managers Dave McConn and Tom Phillips have named their side for today's meeting with Louth in the National Hurling League. Mayo come into the game on the back of a huge win over Monaghan last weekend, hitting five goals past the league leaders. Victory…
  • Mar 18, 2023

    Mayo name side for battle in Ballybofey

    Kevin McStay has named his Mayo side for Sunday's meeting with Donegal in Ballybofey. Donegal are in need of victory to have a better chance of survival from relegation, while Mayo could book a league final spot. Paddy Durcan captains the side wearing 7, as…
  • Mar 16, 2023

    Mayo & Galway teams named ahead of Sunday's local derby

    After a crushing late defeat to Dublin last time out the Mayo ladies are in desperate search of league points this weekend when they take on Galway. Knowing that their division one status is under pressure, it's a huge game for Michael Moyles and his team.…
  • Mar 16, 2023

    Andy Farrell names his side to take on England on Saturday

    World Player of the Year Josh van der Flier will win his 50th cap on Saturday. He lines out in an unchanged back row as Caelan Doris is named to start alongside him and Peter O’Mahony. In the front row, Dan Sheehan has been passed fit and will start…
  • Mar 16, 2023

    Connacht sign Leinster's Sean O'Brien

    Connacht Rugby are pleased to confirm the latest addition to next season’s playing squad, with the signing of Seán O’Brien from the Leinster Academy. Born in Pittsburgh but Irish-qualified, O’Brien has made three professional appearances for Leinster and also…
  • Mar 15, 2023

    Mayo Senior Camogie side welcome Kildare to Tooreen this weekend

    The Mayo Senior Camogie side go in search of their first win of the league this Saturday when they welcome Kildare to Adrian Freeman Memorial Park at 2pm. Mayo fought hard last weekend losing by just four points to Tyrone.
  • Mar 15, 2023

    Sligo jockey records win on opening day at Cheltenham

    Sligo jockey Derek Fox rode Corach Rambler to victory for the second year in a row on the opening day of the Cheltenham 2023 racing festival. Fox is an Aintree Grand National winner with One For Arthur in 2017 and also has a ride in Friday’s festival…
  • Mar 15, 2023

    Live commentary of Mayo's trip to Donegal on Sunday

    High flying Mayo make the trip to Ballybofey on Sunday afternoon to take on Donegal in round 6 of the Allianz National Football League. Mayo remain unbeaten and know a win on Sunday will secure their place in the league final. Throw-in is at 3:45 with Michael…
  • Mar 15, 2023

    Quarter Final Draws made for Connacht Junior Cup & Shield

    The quarter final draw has taken place for the Connacht Junior Cup. Castlebar Celtic v University of Galway Westport United B or Colga B v Mervue United Cois Fharraige v Athenry FC Those games will take place on Sunday April 9th and on April 16th Clonnfad…
  • Mar 15, 2023

    Sacred Heart Westport through to All-Ireland final

    Westport’s Sacred Heart are through to the All-Ireland PPS Senior ‘A” championship final after a pulsating win over Loreto College Cavan. Aoife Staunton was Sacred Heart’s star of the show scoring 3-2. Sacred Heart Westport won the clash in the end on a 3-07…
  • Mar 14, 2023

    This weekend's Mayo GAA fixtures

    Thursday March 16: County Cup 2021Venue: Garrymore, (Final), Garrymore V Aghamore 20:00, Ref: Garryowen Mc Mahon County Cup 2022Venue: Connacht GAA Centre, (Semi Final 1), Charlestown Sarsfields V Kilmaine GAA 20:00, Ref: Paul Lydon Friday March 17: Sweeney…
  • Mar 14, 2023

    Galway United set for top of the table clash this weekend

    Galway United look to keep their spot at the top the League of Ireland First Division when they travel to Cobh Ramblers on Friday night. Cobh are in second spot and a win would see them leapfrog Galway into first spot. Galway come into the game after a 9-1…
  • Mar 14, 2023

    Sligo Rovers travel to Derry City this Friday

    Sligo Rovers are back in SEE Airtricity League Premier Division action on Friday night. The Bit O' Red are away to Derry City at the Ryan McBride Brandywell. Derry are three points ahead going into this game in second spot. John Russell's Rovers look to get…
  • Mar 14, 2023

    Smith joins Connacht ahead of new season

    Connacht have announced the signing of Andrew Smith from the Ireland Sevens squad ahead of next season. Smith joined the Sevens programme in 2021, having come through the academy at Leinster. In his 69 matches with the team, Smith scored 21 tries and was part…
  • Mar 13, 2023

    Plenty on the line for Connacht sides this weekend in National Football League

    There’s a lot on the line for Connacht sides in this weekend’s Allianz National Football League Division 1 and 4 games. Mayo are top of division one, two points clear of second place Roscommon and third place Galway. Mayo travel to Donegal on Sunday, who are…
  • Mar 13, 2023

    This weekend’s Mayo Football League fixture

    Sunday March 19 2023: Connacht Junior Cup Round 5: Westport Utd B v Colga FC B (2:00PM) Calor Gas Super Cup Round 1: Glenhest Rovers v Claremorris (11:00AM) Moy Villa v Fahy Rovers (11:00AM) Westport Utd A v Straide & Foxford Utd (11:00AM) Manulla v Swinford…
  • Mar 13, 2023

    Mayo cruise to victory over Monaghan in five goal rout

    Mayo got their first win of the Allianz National Hurling League Division 3A after a massive victory over Monaghan yesterday. Monaghan went into the game on top of the table, and Mayo bottom - and despite the result the teams remain in the same positions. Mayo…
  • Mar 13, 2023

    Shock and sadness over the death yesterday of Offaly football manager

    Tributes are being paid to Offaly football manager Liam Kearns, who passed away suddenly last night. The Kerry native took charge of the Faithful county last year, having previously managed Limerick, Laois and Tipperary. As a player, Kearns played for his…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    This weekend's Mayo GAA club results

    Saturday March 11: Comórtas Peile Soisir Mhaigh Eo semi finals: Achill 0-6 Ballycastle 0-8 Kilcommon 0-12 Tourmakeady 1-4 (7) Sunday March 12: Comórtas Peile Soisir Mhaigh Eo final: Kilcommon 0-11 Ballycastle 2-1 (7) Canon Henry Cup Group 2: Swinford 2-8 (14)…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    This weekend's Connacht Cup results

    Connacht Junior Cup Round 5: Castlebar Celtic 2 - 0 Calry Bohs Mervue Utd 3 - 1 Manulla Westport Utd B P - P Colga B (Westport Utd v Colga will be played Sunday March 19 @2:00PM)
  • Mar 12, 2023

    Killala claim North Mayo Winter League B final

    Killala have won the North Mayo Winter League B final following victory over Ardnaree Sarsfields today. Two early goals helped Killala on their way as they lead by six at the break. Ardnaree showed good character to dig back into the game, but lost out by two…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    Mayo youth soccer stars win Interpros with Connacht

    Connacht have won the Youth Soccer Interpros following their final game against Munster today. Over the weekend Connacht ran out 2-1 winners over Ulster on Friday, beating Leinster by the same result on Saturday. In the league format, Connacht just needed one…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    Ballinrobe win promotion play off

    Ballinrobe Rugby have won the Connacht Junior 1B promotion play off final following victory over University of Galway today. Jack Ormsby gave Ballinrobe the lead with the first try that was converted by Evan O'Brien, Craig Hansberry and Liam Burke added tries…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    Sean Kelly included in AIB GAA Club Football Team of the Year

    Moycullen and Galway senior footballer has been selected in the AIB GAA Club Football Team of the Year for the recent season. Kelly helped his club to a Galway and Connacht senior football championship double. In a selection dominated by All Ireland champions…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    Rovers battle back to salvage a draw at home

    Sligo Rovers came from 2-0 down to snatch a draw at home to Cork City last night in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. Jonas Hakkinen opened the scoring for the away side after 18 minutes, with Westport native Ruairí Keating doubling their lead just…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    Galway U20s are John Kerins Cup champions

    The Galway U20s have got their season off to a flyer after winning the John Kerins Cup. They edged Dublin by a single point in a tight affair. Full time score from the Laois GAA Centre of Excellence: Galway 0-14 Dublin 0-13
  • Mar 12, 2023

    Mayo beaten by Tyrone in Camogie league

    The Mayo Camogie team were beaten by Tyrone in yesterday's second round of the Very Camogie League Division 3A. Despite hitting the net three times, Mayo lost out by four points courtesy of high point taking by their Ulster opponents. Mayo bid for their first…
  • Mar 12, 2023

    DCU Dóchas Éireann crowned O'Connor Cup champions

    DCU Dóchas Éireann are Yoplait Ladies HEC O’Connor Cup champions after dethroning 2022 champions UL at the University of Galway Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence Air Dome in Bekan. Seven points separated the sides at the end, with DCU hitting the net three…
  • Mar 11, 2023

    Local representatives on both sides of today's O'Connor Cup final in Bekan

    DCU Dóchas Éireann and UL square off in today’s Yoplait Ladies HEC O’Connor Cup final in the University of Galway Air Dome at the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence. Both sides recorded 7-14 in yesterday’s semi finals. UL ran out 7-14 to 1-9 winners over…
  • Mar 11, 2023

    Ireland U20s one win away from Grand Slam after 75 point win

    The Ireland U20 Rugby side steamrolled past Scotland in last night's 6 Nations game. Ireland are now just one win away from back-to-back Grand Slams at this level following the 75 point victory in Glasgow. Connacht were represented by starters Hugh Gavin…
  • Mar 11, 2023

    Mayo U20's Leo Murphy Cup final postponed

    The U20 Leo Murphy Cup final between Mayo and Meath scheduled for today has been postponed. The field in Kiltoom is unplayable and the game will be played at a later date. Further details to follow. 
  • Mar 11, 2023

    Galway hit Kerry for nine to remain top of First Division

    Galway United remain top of the League of Ireland First Division after an emphatic win over Kerry FC lastnight. The Munster side remain rock bottom in their first season, with just one point from four games. Edward McCarthy netted a first half hat trick, with…
  • Mar 10, 2023

    Connacht Rugby announce the signing of Sean Jansen from Leicester Tigers

    Connacht Rugby are delighted to announce the signing of Irish-qualified number 8 Sean Jansen from the Leicester Tigers. 23 years old and originally from Dunedin in New Zealand, Jansen joined the reigning Gallagher Premiership champions in January 2022 from…
  • Mar 10, 2023

    Andy Farrell announces his team to face Scotland this Sunday

    Ireland captain Johnny Sexton returns to the side to face Scotland this Sunday at BT Murrayfield in Round 4 of the 2023 Guinness Six Nations Championship (Kick-off 3pm). Sexton missed the Round 3 fixture in Rome against Italy having picked up a knock against…
  • Mar 10, 2023

    Mayo's Ray Dempsey steps down as Limerick manager

    Ray Dempsey has stepped down as Limerick Senior footballer manager. The Irish Examiner is reporting that Mayo native Dempsey announced his intention to step aside on Thursday evening after the players met last week. They are currently bottom of Division 2…
  • Mar 09, 2023

    Croí secure jersey sponsorship of Naomh Padraig GAA

    Naomh Padraig G.A.A. Club is an amalgamation of Lacken, Ballycastle, Kilfian, and Killala and provide underage football with teams at all levels from U7's up to U21's. Local businessman Padraig Mitchell owner of Healy’s Bar in Ballycastle, received a triple…
  • Mar 09, 2023

    Oliver Kelleher Masters Cup semi-finals

    Oliver Kelleher Masters Cup Semi-Finals Westport United 7-1 Ballinrobe Town Ballyglass 7-5 Kiltimagh Knock United
  • Mar 09, 2023

    Mount St. Michael, Claremorris are Connacht Girls Junior League Champions

    Mount St. Michael, Claremorris 56-17 Clifden CS Mount St. Michael, Claremorris won the Connacht Girls' Schools Junior League at the Sportsground yesterday. Mount St. Michael 29-39 Convent of Mercy An incredible second-half performance saw the Roscommon side…
  • Mar 08, 2023

    First start of the U20 Six Nations for Mayo man

    Richie Murphy has made three changes to his Grand Slam-chasing Ireland under-20 team for Friday’s meeting with Scotland.Andrew Osbourne make his debut at this age grade, replacing James Nicholson on the right wing.Tighthead Fiachna Barrett from Erris makes…
  • Mar 08, 2023