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All four Galway teams are in Domino's National League action this weekend, with the three Men's sides playing on Saturday (7th March 2026). University of Galway Mystics, already guaranteed a play-off spot in the Women's Division 1, take to the court on Sunday (8th). With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill.

Galway United ended up sharing the spoils with Dundalk in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division in Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday evening (6th March 2026). Daryl Horgan set up Gbemi Arubi to put the visitors ahead on 12 minutes, giving them a 1-0 interval lead.  Stephen Walsh equalised for Galway United on 51 minutes before Kristopher Twardek put them in front 10 minutes later.  But former United player Bobby Burns scored Dundalk's second goal nine minutes from time to ensure the draw. Afterwards, Galway United manager John Caulfield spoke to Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty and assembled media. == Galway United's next game is away to league leaders Bohemians on Friday, 13th March.  Kick-off at Dalymount Park is 7.45pm.

Tommy Larkins have the chance to secure national silverware for the first time in their history this Sunday (8th March 2026) when they battle Limerick's Ballybrown in the All-Ireland Junior B Hurling Final. The Galway side followed October's county success against Mullagh by remaining unbeaten in the tournament, including beating Offaly's St. Rynagh's in the Leinster Final, and overcoming Tipperary's Silvermines in the All-Ireland semi-final two weeks. Tommy Larkins manager Damian Broderick joined Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on 'Over The Line' to look ahead to the final. == Throw-in at Killeedy GAA, Limerick on Sunday is 1.30pm.

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Gowran Park (7th March 2026). Cross-channel, there were meetings in Sandown, Ayr, Hereford, Wolverhampton and Chelmsford City. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

This week on Galway Bay Fm's weekly podcast, Hurling Chat, Johnny Coen joins Niall & Sean to: · Review Galway's win over Waterford · Look forward to Galway v Kilkenny next Saturday · Review the rest of Div 1A Games, with wins for Cork & Limerick · Glance at games involving Dublin & Kildare (Leinster Championship opponents) · Quick look ahead to St Flannan's v Pres Athenry Galway Bay FM's Hurling Chat Podcast is available every Wednesday. 

There'll be a guaranteed Galway winner in the 2026 Connacht FA Junior Cup following Monday's (2nd March) semi-final draw. League leaders Colga will host Mervue United, while Salthill Devon head to Moyne Villa. Colga knocked out defending champions Castlebar Celtic 1-0 in yesterday's quarter-final (1st March) and afterwards, manager Peter Greaney chatted to Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty. == In the Shield semi-finals, Kinvara United head to Sligo's Ballymote Celtic; and Galway Hibernians are on the road to Roscommon's Cloonfad United. All ties are currently scheduled for Sunday, 5th April.

RUGBY: Galway Bay FM's Joe Healy looks back on Connacht's URC win over Glasgow Warriors with Rob Murphy

RUGBY: Connacht captain Paul Boyle with Galway Bay FM's Rob Murphy after their URC victory over Glasgow Warriors

RUGBY: Connacht head coach Stuart Lancaster with Galway Bay FM's Rob Murphy after their URC victory over Glasgow Warriors

A 90th-minute winner from Kian Leavy denied Galway United a priceless away point at Richmond Park on Monday (2nd March) as St. Patrick's took the victory in the SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division. The Tribesmen looked deserving of a draw, which would have moved them up the table, but they'll remain in seventh after four games. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Jonathan Higgins and Johnny Ward. == Galway United's next game is at home against Dundalk on Friday, 6th March.  Kick-off at Eamonn Deacy Park is 7.45pm.

SOCCER: Galway United manager John Caulfield with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their 1-0 defeat to St. Patrick's Athletic

Galway Senior Hurling Manager Micheal Donoghue spoke to Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan after victory over Waterford in Pearse Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Galway Senior Football Manager Padraig Joyce spoke to the assembled media, including Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins, after Galway's draw with Donegal in Ballyshannon in Round 5 of the National Football League Division 1 on Sunday afternoon.

Waterford Senior Hurling Manager Peter Queally spoke to Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan after defeat to Galway in Pearse Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Portumna Community Schools' joint-manager Kevin Hanney spoke to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly after victory over Holy Rosary College Mountbellew in the Connacht Post Primary Schools Senior B Hurling Final played at St.Croan's GAA Grounds, Enfield on Saturday afternoon...

Galway United claimed the bragging rights in the 100th Connacht Derby in Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday (27th February 2026) with their first victory in this season's SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. Jimmy Keohane's goal on 19 minutes proved the difference and moved the Tribesmen up to seventh, with Sligo Rovers now firmly at the bottom. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Mike Rafferty and Derek Rogers. == Galway United's next game is away to St. Patrick's Athletic on Monday, 2nd March.  Kick-off at Richmond Park is 7.45pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Following the disappointment of defeat to Roscommon, Galway will look to get their National Football League campaign back on track on Sunday (1st March) when they travel to take on Division 1 leaders Donegal. The Tir Conaill men are 13 games unbeaten in Ballyshannon, but the Tribesmen have a good recent record against the Ulster champions.  They drew on their last trip to Letterkenny in 2020, with goals from Johnny Heaney and Sean Kelly securing a 2-8 to 2-7 win in manager Padraic Joyce's first season in charge. Galway have made three changes to the starting team with Liam Silke, Ciarán Mulhern and Oisin Mac Donnacha all named in the starting 15. Galway's Johnny Heaney has taken a year out but hopes to return to the maroon and white in 2027.  He caught up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to chat about how things are going and to look ahead to the team's trip to Donegal. == Throw-in at Fr. Tierney Park, Ballyshannon on Sunday is 1.15pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

HURLING: Holy Rosary College Mountbellew manager David Concannon with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of the Connacht Senior B Final against Portumna Community School

HURLING: Portumna Community School manager Kevin Hanney with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of the Connacht Senior B Final against Holy Rosary College Mountbellew

Loughrea Boxing Club have launched a Facebook page to mark their 70th anniversary with lots of photos and articles since their foundation in 1956. The club hosts their annual tournament next Thursday (5th March) in the Temperance Hall from 7pm.  Tickets are available from club members. Club President Ken Campbell caught up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to talk about their upcoming tournament and the history of the club.

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Navan (28th February 2026). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Lingfield, Kelso, Doncaster, Newbury and Southwell. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

Play-off ambitions are at stake as Maigh Cuilinn host Maree in the Domino's National League Men's Division 1 on Saturday (28th February) from 7pm at the Kingfisher. The game is preceded by University of Galway Mystics hosting Moy Tolka Rovers in the Women's Division 1 from 4pm. Maree men are back in action Sunday against Portlaoise Panthers in Calasanctius College from 3pm. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill.

Galway Talks Galway Talks with John Morley is the flagship show on Galway Bay FM and broadcasts Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and is the most popular talk show in the Galway region. The current affairs show features a mix of breaking news, human interest stories, sport, entertainment, history and live music. From local and national politics to community issues, voices from across the county and beyond discuss and debate the major events affecting Galway, the country and the world. There's a lighter side too as we feature the stories of local characters, the talent of Galway's arts scene and debate the county's many sporting achievements. To listen back to previous shows see here.  Meanwhile. Galway Bay FM News provides trusted, comprehensive coverage and analysis of local, national, and international stories. Tune in every hour, Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm, with breakfast updates at 7:30 and 8:30. Catch the multi-award-winning FYI Galway from 5pm for all your news and sport, along with traffic and business information. And if its sport you're after -Listen live to Galway Bay FM Sport on the hour from 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. For all your local, national and international sports commentaries, fixtures and results check out Over the Line on Fridays from 7pm to 10pm, Saturday and Sunday Sports from 1pm – 6pm and Mondays from 8pm to 10pm. Download the Galway Bay FM app to get the latest stories on the go and stay connected on Facebook, Instagram and X

On Hurling Chat this week, Andy Coen & Cyril Farrell join Niall and Sean to chat about the week that was.  They... · Review Galway's win over Offaly · Look forward to Galway's meeting with Waterford · Look at the Div 1A Games, with Limerick sending out a warning · Also review Wexford, Dublin & Kildare games– Galway's Leinster Championship opponents · While also chatting about St Raphael's loss to St Kieran's

This week's special guest on 'Over The Line' was Kilkerrin-Clonberne Ladies Manager Willie Ward. Willie has built a dynasty in Kilkerrin-Clonberne GAA and has guided the team to an unprecedented five All-Ireland Senior Club Championship Titles in a row. He was chatting to Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

The Galway Senior Hurling Manager, Micheal Donoghue, spoke to Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan after his side's victory over Offaly in the National Hurling League Division 1A on Sunday afternoon...

LGFA: Galway senior manager Daniel Moynihan with Galway Bay FM's Tommy Devane after their National League win over Armagh

Ireland Senior Men's Basketball international Jordan Blount spoke to Galway Bay FM's Sean Carley ahead of Ireland's EuroBasket 2029 Pre-Qualifiers against Luxembourg and Azerbaijan.  Jordan spoke about the upcoming games, as well as talking about his career to date, including playing college basketball for the University of Illinois in Chicago.

In his first professional tournament on the Alps Tour on Thursday (19th February 2026), Portumna's Sam Murphy held his nerve to hold off the chasing pack and take victory at the Ein Bay Open in Suez, Egypt. He beat Dublin's Robert Moran by two shots at the finish for a dream debut.  The 23-year-old Glenlo Abbey golfer, where he is trained by Gary Madden, finished on 11-under-par to take an early lead on the Order of Merit. It's the first of three events in Egypt for the former Irish boys champion, who has overcome multiple injuries during his amateur career to earn this chance and take home the first prize of €6,200. Following a practice session, he took time out to join Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on 'Saturday Sport' to chat about the last few days and his plans for the year ahead. == Sam will tee off in his second three-day event, the Red Sea Little Venice Open, on Sunday (22nd) before heading off to Cairo next Friday (27th) for the New Giza Open.

Galway made it three wins from four in the Lidl Ladies National Football League with a five-point victory over Armagh in Duggan Park, Ballinasloe on Saturday (21st February 2026). Andrea Trill's goal before half-time put the Tribeswomen in front, before two Leanne Coen green flags early in the second period put them in a winning position, even if the Orchard County did stay in contention until the closing stages. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Tommy Devane and Tracey Leonard. == Galway's next game is away to Kerry on Sunday, 1st March.  Throw-in at Austin Stack Park, Tralee is 2pm.

LGFA: Galway's player of the match Leanne Coen with Galway Bay FM's Tommy Devane after their National League win over Armagh

For the first time in their history, St. Cuan's Castleblakeney are All-Ireland camogie champions after they won the Senior C decider in McDonagh Park, Nenagh on Saturday (21st February 2026). Two early Emma Barrett goals put them in control before Clodagh Jordan added another before half-time.  And the north Galway school showed their resilience during the second period to hold off a determined Charleville fightback. After the game, St. Cuan's joint manager Darren Daly chatted to Galway Bay FM's Eanna O'Reilly.

Despite leading by 13 points early in the second half, Galway surrendered their advantage as goals from Daire Cregg and Enda Smith launched a Roscommon comeback in Pearse Stadium on Saturday evening (21st February 2026). The Tribesmen led 0-19 to 0-6 before the visitors turned the tide and secured their third victory of this year's National Football League.  The Tribesmen now sit on three points after four games. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Jonathan Higgins, Gareth Bradshaw and Kevin Dwyer. == Galway's next game is away to Donegal on Sunday, 1st March.  Throw-in at Fr. Tierney Park, Ballyshannon is 1.15pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

FOOTBALL: Roscommon manager Mark Dowd with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their NFL win over Galway

FOOTBALL: Galway manager Padraic Joyce with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their NFL defeat to Roscommon

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Fairyhouse (21st February 2026). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Newcastle, Kempton, Lingfield, Chepstow and Chelmsford City. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

As the 2026 National Football League reaches its midpoint, Connacht rivals Galway and Roscommon face off on Saturday (21st February 2026) in Round 4, with the winner effectively guaranteed Division One survival. The Rossies sit on four points, one ahead of the Tribesmen, who came from 12 points down to draw with Kerry last week.  When they last met in the league in Salthill, the visitors won 0-9 to 0-8 in 2023. Two years previously, Galway were 2-16 to 1-13 victors in what was the final season in maroon and white for Tuam Stars' Gary O'Donnell.  The former Galway captain joined up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to look ahead to the game. == Throw-in at Pearse Stadium on Saturday is 7pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Galway United picked up their first point of the 2026 SSE Airtricity League Men's Premier Division on Friday (20th February 2026) following a draw with Shelbourne in Tolka Park. Substitute Kristopher Twardek put the Tribesmen ahead on 62 minutes, but a first league win away to the Reds in 10 years was thwarted by the concession of a penalty immediately afterwards, which Harry Wood converted. United move up to eighth place on one point, ahead of St. Patrick's Athletic and Sligo Rovers on scoring difference. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Jonathan Higgins and Kevin Horgan. == Galway United's next game is at home to Sligo Rovers on Friday, 27th February.  Kick-off at Eamonn Deacy Park is 7.45pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

It was an exciting night on Friday (20th February 2026) in the Western Hygiene Supplies Brod Trill Galway FA Premier League with two 3-3 draws. Leaders Colga were held at home by a late equaliser for Maree-Oranmore, while Athenry also salvaged a point against Moyne Villa. With a full preview of all the weekend's Junior action, here's Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty.

All four Galway teams are on the road this Saturday (21st February 2026) with Maigh Cuilinn away to table toppers Drogheda Wolves in the Domino's Men's Division 1 from 7.30pm. At the same time, Maree head to Moy Tolka Rovers; while Titans are in Malahide an hour earlier.  University of Galway Mystics tip off away to Dublin Lions at 3.30pm in the Women's Division 1. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill.

Two weeks after defeat in the Connacht Post Primary Schools Hurling Final, St. Raphael's Loughrea begin their All-Ireland championship quest when they face St. Kieran's, Kilkenny in the quarter-final on Saturday (21st February 2026). It's a repeat of the 2024 final, which the Leinster college won after extra time.  St. Kieran's clinched a 60th provincial title recently by beating Kilkenny CBC 2-25 to 0-11. St. Raphael's led for most of their battle with Presentation Athenry, only for Ciarán Leen's goal to swing the result against them 1-21 to 1-18. Leading up to the game, St. Raphael's Loughrea manager Francis Forde has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly. == Throw-in at Toomevara on Saturday is 12.30pm.  We'll have the first half on our website galwaybayfm.ie, plus the second half LIVE on Galway Bay FM.

After a week off, Galway return to LIDL Ladies National Football League action this Saturday (21st February 2026) when they host Armagh. The Tribeswomen sit in third following two wins from their opening three games.  They beat Kildare 3-12 to 1-17 in Tuam Stadium two weeks ago.  Armagh have suffered two defeats in their three outings, including last week's 2-8 to 1-9 reversal against Cork and are in sixth, just outside the relegation spots. That being said, Armagh were league champions in 2024 and runners-up 12 months ago.  They beat Galway in their last meeting (0-8 to 0-6) in 2024.  The girls in maroon last defeated the Orchard County back in 2017 when two late Mairead Seoighe goals gave them a 2-11 to 1-12 success in Tuam. Leading up to the game, Galway manager Daniel Moynihan has been chatting to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly and agreed that two wins from three wasn't a bad start. == Throw-in at Duggan Park, Ballinasloe on Saturday is 4.15pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Following their 12-point comeback to draw with Kerry last week, Galway welcome Connacht rivals Roscommon on Saturday (21st February 2026) in Round 4 of the National Football League. The in-form Rossies have beaten Monaghan and Armagh to sit in second place on four points, one ahead of the Tribesmen. Roscommon won the last league clash in Salthill back in 2023.  Two years previously, goals from Paul Kelly and Tomo Culhane gave the maroon and white a 2-16 to 1-13 result. Roscommon captain Diarmuid Murtagh acknowledged the year had begun in ideal fashion. == Throw-in at Pearse Stadium on Saturday is 7pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Following their 12-point comeback to draw with Kerry last week, Galway welcome Connacht rivals Roscommon on Saturday (21st February 2026) in Round 4 of the National Football League. The in-form Rossies have beaten Monaghan and Armagh to sit in second place on four points, one ahead of the Tribesmen. Roscommon won the last league clash in Salthill back in 2023.  Two years previously, goals from Paul Kelly and Tomo Culhane gave the maroon and white a 2-16 to 1-13 result. New Galway captain John Maher caught up with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins ahead of the fixture, which will be his first appearance in Salthill since a serious injury suffered in last year's county semi-final victory for Salthill-Knocknacarra against Corofin. == Throw-in at Pearse Stadium on Saturday is 7pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

St. Cuan's Castleblakeney are 60 minutes away from a first-ever All-Ireland schools title this Saturday (21st February 2026) as they clash with Cork's St. Mary's Charleville in the Senior C Final. The Galway school have contested five previous finals without success.  Darren Daly, who is joint manager with Noreen Coen and Declan Connolly, caught up with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly to look ahead to the fixture and tells us how preparations are going. == Throw-in at Nenagh on Saturday is 2pm and we'll have updates here on Galway Bay FM.

Kevin Lally is this week's guest on Hurling Chat with Niall & Sean. Kevin gives his views on: Galway's NHL campaign to date and Sunday's clash with Offaly The Limerick dominance of this year's Fitzgibbon Cup ATU Galway's relegation from the Fitzgibbon, although their Freshers team look impressive AND As Kevin enters his second year as Ballybrown manager, he chats about the Limerick Club championship, the strength of the Munster Senior Championship, the Black Card, his success with St Thomas & much more. Hurling Chat, Galway Bay Fm's weekly hurling podcast, available every Wednesday.

This week's special guest on 'Over The Line' was Glasgow Warriors assistant coach Nigel Carolan (16th February 2026). Nigel was involved with Connacht Rugby for 25 years before taking up roles with the Ireland U20 squad that made a World Cup Final, and currently finds himself as assistant coach of the URC table toppers, Glasgow Warriors. Nigel Carolan was talking to Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh. = 'Over The Line' with George McDonagh broadcasts every Monday evening from 8 pm on Galway Bay FM.

The Galway Senior Camogie Manager, Cathal Murray, spoke to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly after his side were defeated by Kilkenny by a single point in Round 1 of the National Camogie League Division 1A in Duggan Park on Saturday afternoon.

Galway return to the National Football League on Saturday (14th February) when they travel to All-Ireland and league champions Kerry. Both sides have one win each, with the Tribesmen beating Armagh away two weeks ago.  Captain John Maher makes his first appearance of 2026 in one of our changes made by manager Padraic Joyce.  Goalkeeper Conor Flaherty, Matthew Tierney and Shane McGrath also come into the starting 15. Galway Bay FM's Ollie Turner and Kevin Dwyer look ahead.

It's a busy weekend in the Domino's Men's National League Division 1 with all three Galway teams playing two games, including a Saturday night derby between Maigh Cuilinn and Titans (13th-15th February 2026). University of Galway are also on the road in the Women's Division 1. With a full preview, here's Galway Bay FM's Adrian O'Neill.