GALWAY UNITED: “GUNNING TO WIN THE LEAGUE” – CONNOLLY

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February 20, 2018

As a recent Galway Daily article revealed, there is a pub for every 506 people in County Galway.

In the city it feels like a bit more. So how do we choose a good spot to watch Ireland beat Wales in the Six Nations this weekend?

It all depends what you’re looking for. Although there are plenty of massive spaces with big screens and food deals – we’re looking at you, McGettigans – if you don’t want to fight a hundred people to get to the bar or have a pint spilled down your back, you’re better off elsewhere.

That still leaves dozens of pubs with just the right atmosphere of conviviality. We have searched painstakingly through them all – sometimes repeatedly – to bring you the best ratios of crowd to comfort.

Your best bet is still to arrive early, though.

5. The Dew Drop Inn

Mainguard Street

Isn’t this a GAA pub, you ask? Why yes, yes it is. Which means it’ll be off the beaten track, so to speak. Right downtown, with a cosy upstairs where they let you control the TV – and one of the best pints of Guinness around – the Dew Drop is a fantastic venue for watching any match.

4. Massimo

William Street West in the West End

Also off the beaten track is Massimo in the West. People think of it as a late bar, but they have excellent brunches and a pleasant lazy daytime vibe. Since most people head to the city centre, there might be some tables free to watch the match. And if the first try is scored by Ireland there’ll be free pints of Guinness all around!

3. Monroe’s

Dominick Street

A Galway classic, Monroe’s is just big enough to house all of the people who will be crowding in to watch. Yes, it will get busy, but it somehow never feels like a megapub. Come for the pizza and wings and stay to hear everyone try to explain rugby to the American tourists at the bar.

2. O’Connell’s

Eyre Square

O’Connell’s is a traditional rugby pub, and for that reason it’s earned a spot on the list – in spite of a lack of indoor seating. If the weather’s nice there’s no where better to watch than the beer garden/gin alley. Come early to beat the crowds!

1. Harry’s

Bohermore

This new Bohermore bar has all the hallmarks of a great sports pub, with a large back room and multiple screens (not to mention their tasty and affordable wings). Just a few minutes’ walk from Eyre Square, it’s both comfortable and capacious. Check them out before the word gets around!

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GALWAY GAA: (Match Reports) – THURLES SARSFIELDS 2-11 KILNADEEMA/LEITRIM 1-13

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February 20, 2018

Galway’s hopes of ending their seven-year wait for the Killeedy GAA Club All-Ireland Junior B title was denied by the narrowest of margins in Raheenagh on Sunday as Thurles Sarsfields’ fourth team became their first to win national honours.

Seamie Doyle’s 51st minute goal put the Tipperary team back in control after Kilnadeema/Leitrim went three points clear.

Sarsfields led 1-6 to 0-6 at half-time thanks to Pa Crone’s 19th minute goal but 1-3 in three minutes after the break put Joe Kenny’s team in the driving seat.

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Liam Kelly tagged over the points but it was Niall Haverty’s goal that seemed destined to end the county’s wait since Ballinderreen’s success in 2011 as Kilnadeema/Leitrim went 1-11 to 1-8 clear with 10 minutes remaining.

But Doyle’s major 60 seconds late arrested control back for the Munster outfit and they finished with Matthew Kelly and Matthew Fogarty to go one ahead before Kilnadeema/Leitrim missed a late chance to equalise.

Congrats to @thurlessars in the Junior B All Ireland hurling final today against Kilnadeema/Leitrim. Well done lads. Brilliant game. pic.twitter.com/yBnlvcG6Ms

— CBS Thurles – An Edmund Rice School (@cbsthurles) February 18, 2018

Much-awaited Pálás Cinema to open Friday

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February 19, 2018

Galway Daily arts & culture Pálás Cinema reopening next week with exciting lineup

Pálás, the eagerly anticipated arthouse cinema on Merchants Road Lower in Galway city – which has been under construction since July 2009 – will finally open its doors this Friday, February 23rd.

The first films to be shown at the new venue will be night and evening screenings of Lady Bird, The Shape of Water, and I, Tonya.

Tickets will be available to purchase from the cinema’s website, which is set to go live tomorrow.

Pálás means “Palace” in Irish. The building was originally designed by architect Tom de Paor for Solas Galway Picture Palace, a company that was liquidated in 2017 after receiving €6 million in funding to develop an arthouse cinema in Galway’s city centre.

Funding for the project came from various sources, including the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Galway City Council, the Irish Film Board, and the Arts Council.

Development of the property had been plagued with issues that saw costs skyrocket and construction repeatedly delayed.

Element Pictures, which runs Dublin’s Lighthouse Cinema, instead took over the development and operation of Pálás in 2016. The building itself is still owned by Galway City Council.

A Department of Arts spokeswoman told Fora.ie last year that the total cost of the project was expected to reach around €9 million.

Since the takeover, there has been much speculation about the cinema’s opening – particularly after a recruitment announcement in December advertising a number of positions due to begin early this year.

At last, after nearly a decade, the speculation is over.

An earlier version of this article stated that the construction was undertaken by local firm JJ Rhatigan. Galway Daily would like to clarify that JJ Rhatigan only took over construction after the original contractor went bust, and completed the building in good time.

Dolores O’Riordan to be remembered in City for worthy cause

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Michael Malone

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February 19, 2018

This Sunday February 25 will see a touching tribute to Dolores O’Riordan at a special event in Róisín Dubh, all for a very worthy cause.

This celebration of Dolores’ life and music will feature live performances of Dolores’ songs from some of Galway’s finest musicians, and all proceeds will go to Chernobyl Children International which the singer supported for many years.

Dreaming Her Dreams: A Night in Memory of Dolores O’Riordan will include some of The Cranberries’ best-loved songs; Zombie, Linger, Dreaming my Dreams, When You’re Gone and many more.

The live set will feature Tracy Bruen, Anna Mullarkey, Barbara Vulso, Steven Sharpe, Orlagh De Bhaldraithe, The Flying Head ft. Therese McManus, Niceol Blue, Paul McManus and Coili Mullins and many more.

Organiser of the event, Elena Toniato, commented on the legacy she left behind and the influence she has had on many of our musicians.

“Dolores has left a rich and wonderful legacy of songs and we would like to honour her, and her exceptional talent, with this tribute,” she said.

“Galway has a wealth of skilled musicians, many of whom were inspired by Dolores, and I am deeply grateful to them all for being a part of this. I have been a fan of The Cranberries ever since they shot to fame in the early 90s and I invite all her fans to join us for what will be a very special night in Dolores’ memory.”

The event will take place on Sunday February 25 in Róisín Dubh from 7.30pm.

Tickets €8/€6 are available on the door and all monies raised on the night will go to the charity, Chernobyl Children International.

Donate directly to Chernobyl Children International HERE.

Roasted red pepper and garlic soup

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February 19, 2018

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Perfect for a chilly, drizzly February day, this surprisingly hearty vegetarian soup is packed with enough flavour and nutrients to keep you going until summer.

Cooking time: around 1 hour
Serves: 4-5 bowls

Ingredients:

2-3 red peppers
5 cloves garlic
1 large onion (red or white)
2 carrots
2 celery stalks
1-2 small chili peppers (optional)
1 can chopped tomatoes
1 can cannellini (or other white) beans
1 cup pearl barley
2 cubes vegetable stock
1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 sprig rosemary
2 sprigs thyme
Olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Set your oven to roast/broil/grill at around 150°. While it heats up, chop the red peppers to a manageable size – not diced, but not too large to eat. Smash the garlic and mix them with the peppers, coating everything with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Put the peppers and garlic in the oven to roast while you chop the rest of the vegetables. You can add a little of whatever’s in your fridge for extra flavour – mushrooms, potatoes, or broccoli are all great additions! They can be diced or chopped roughly, depending on whether you like a chunky or a smoother soup.

Start frying the onions and other veggies on medium heat, stirring often.

Keep checking that your peppers are roasting nicely – they should be browning, but not blackened. Take them out whenever they’re done!

Add boiling water to your stock pots or stock cubes (follow the instructions on the packaging) and stir well to ensure they completely dissolve.

Pour the stock in with the frying vegetables, then add the roasted red peppers and garlic along with the the canned tomatoes and beans (butter beans or chickpeas will also work well). Rinse the barley and add to the soup; bring back to a boil and check to make sure the consistency is soup-like, adding more stock if necessary (the barley will soak up some of the liquid).

Roughly chop the rosemary leaves and the thyme and throw that in too, along with the cayenne (less if you don’t like spice) and paprika. Let it all simmer until the barley and vegetables are soft, about twenty minutes; in the meantime add more spices, stock, or salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with a side of bread and butter and grated parmesan on top.

NB: Soup is very forgiving and can be played around with. Add in whatever ingredients you love and let us know how it turns out! You can also use less stock for a stew-like consistency, or forego the barley and blend it all up for a puree.

Have you tried this recipe? Comment below and tell us what you think!

Wednesday – Stand Up Comedy Night for GAP!

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February 19, 2018

A night of comedy and music for Galway Autism Partnership
Wednesday, February 21 @ 7:30pm
At SULT, the NUI Galway Students’ Union bar, Áras na Mac Léinn, NUI Galway
Tickets €10/€5 concession, available at NUIG Socs Box, Eventbrite, or on the door
Free pizza and finger food during the break!

NUIG’s Comedy Soc are hosting a night of comedy and music to raise funds and awareness for the Galway Autism Partnership (GAP), who provide support and information to families living with autism.

Performing on the night are Bláithín de Burca (Electric Picnic, Forbidden Fruit Talent Search finalist), Sean Nolan (RTE New Comedy Awards), Brian Gallagher Comedy (Show Me The Funny 2017 finalist, Vodafone Comedy Carnival, YouTube’s Facts), Ashley Manning (UCC Comedy Soc, Cork Comedy Club), Niall Horisk (Show Me The Funny 2017 finalist, Vodafone Comedy Carnival) and special guest headliner Fred Cooke (Electric Picnic, The Savage Eye, Republic of Telly, The Tommy Tiernan Show)!

With music from Galway’s own talented singer/songwriter Rachael Browne and Michael Rice as MC.

This promises to be a fantastic and hilarious evening in honour of a great cause, so come early to make sure you get a seat!

Tickets are €5 for students (NUIG and GMIT, or anywhere else really) and €10 for the public, available through NUIG Socs Box, the Socs WebStore, on the door and on Eventbrite.ie for non-students.

Galway Autism Partnership (GAP) are a charity for Autism Spectrum Disorder that provides support and information to families living with autism. We organise regular family events, outings, support groups and information seminars as well as campaign for autism awareness and improved services. We are extremely proud to be under the patronage of President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins.

Doors open at 7:30, show starts at 8pm. Complimentary pizza and finger food provided during the break.

GALWAY ATHLETICS: DOUBLE GOLD AT NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

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February 19, 2018

Sean Breathnach and Alanna Lally were crowned champions at the National Senior Indoor Athletics Championships over the weekend.

Held in the Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena in Abbotstown on Saturday and Sunday, Jerry Keary was also among the medals after taking silver in the Men’s High Jump.

Gold on the double for Galway today at the National Senior Indoors, Sean Breathnach of GCH won yet another National title, throwing an incredible 18.30 metres , a National indoor record, for victory! https://t.co/RROpLketCZ @gbfmsports

— Galway Athletics (@AthleticsGalway) February 18, 2018

Thirty-nine-year-old Breathnach hit a national record of 18.30 metres on his way to defeating John Kelly in the Shot Putt competition. The Connemara man always looked in control as the topped the field that included his brother Michael (4th) and Galway City Harrier’s Brendan Staunton (7th).

Lally, now competing for UCD AC, took a first senior win to go with her impressive collection of underage titles. She came home for the gold medal in the Women’s 800 metres in a time of two minutes 8.71 seconds, three seconds ahead of Siobhan Eviston.

Alanna Lally UCD AC comes in a time of 2:08.72 in the women's 800m at the @irishlifehealth National Seniors

Live stream https://t.co/RSJ5eHu5Ef pic.twitter.com/KYvUrs3hjs

— Athletics Ireland (@irishathletics) February 18, 2018

Craughwell’s Keary made it a hat-trick of medals coming west as his jump of 1.90 metres was enough to secure second spot in the High Jump, finishing behind Barry Pender who hit a height of 2.24 metres.

Other Galway participants to leave their mark included Ballinasloe’s Veronica Burke who finish just outside the top three taking fourth place in the Ladies three kilometre walk, just 10 seconds behind bronze medalist Orla O’Connor.

Craughwell’s Sinead Gaffney produced a club record of two minutes 19 seconds in the women’s 800 metre final. And NUIG’s Damien Landers finished well taking fifth place in the Men’s 1,500 metres.

Irish University cancels visit to Leuven Institute over GMIT student deaths

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Briain Kelly

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February 19, 2018

A visit to the Leuven Institute for Ireland in Europe has been called off by Maynooth University due to concerns surrounding the deaths of two GMIT students in 2014 and a former Director of the Institute, Malachy Vallely.

Sara Gibaldo (19) from Oranmore and Dace Zarina (22) were on placement at the Belgian college to gain experience in hotel management.

In January 2014 they were killed in a fire at the apartment they were staying in which Malachy Vallely rented to the Leuven Institute.

According to the Irish Times 30 students from Maynooth were due to visit the Institute in January.

However the trip was cancelled after the university was unable to acquire assurances the Mr. Vallely was no longer associated with the Institute.

Mr. Vallely was convicted in September last year and given a one year suspended sentence and fined €6,000 euro after a trial in which he was accused of multiple safety violations at his property and was called a “slum lord” by the prosecution.

The Leuven Institute was also fined €60,000, half of which was suspended, and Shane Bracken (22) from Offaly, who was also resident at the apartment, was found guilty of causing involuntary death with a lit cigarette.

He was given a three month suspended sentence and fined €600.

GALWAY SOCCER: CREGMORE CLAREGALWAY BACK IN WFAI FINAL

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February 19, 2018

WFAI Under 18 Cup Semi-Final

Cregmore Claregalway FC 6-0 Greencastle FC

Cregmore/Claregalway FC’s under 18 women’s team are back in the WFAI Cup Final after a comprehensive win over Greencastle FC on Sunday in Cregmore.

Two goals each for Ciara Fogarty and Andrea Trill along with strikes for Aoife Thompson and Sinead Donovan put the Galway team into the decider against Shelbourne FC next month.

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Cregmore/Claregalway reached last year’s final going down 6-2 to Peamount United in Eamonn Deacy Park but after defeating Birdhill FC in Novembers quarter-final, they left little doubt about their intentions in this semi-final in front of their home supporters.

The girls played some beautiful football showing the strength of their passing game and working very well as a team unit in all areas of the park. Cregmore led 3-0 at half time with two goals from Fogarty and a fantastic header from Trill finishing a pinpoint cross from Donovan.

Greencastle created some chances but were denied by a couple of fine saves from Karen Connolly in goals along with decisive defending from Cregmore/Claregalway’s back four of Amy Walsh, Aoife Lyons, Claire Conry and Emma Conacur.

After the break, the CCFC girls pushed on, controlling the play in the centre and down the wings through Caitlin Quinn, Donovan and Eve McDaid and netted three more goals from Trill, Aoife Thompson and Donovan.

Overall, a fantastic performance that was contributed to by the subs Angie Dempsey, Deirdre Walsh, Shauna Brennan, Chilline Trill, Hannah Hession coming on during the second half as well as Katelynn Roche and Saoirse Healy who did not get a run out.

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Shelbourne, who beat title holders Peamount United on their way, came out 6-3 winners in Cork against Lakewood Athletic.

The 2018 WFAI Under 18 Cup Final between Cregmore/Claregalway FC and Shelbourne will take place on Sunday, March 25th.

GALWAY LGFA: WEEKEND RESULTS

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February 19, 2018

With Galway’s senior team having a week off, it was the turn of the county’s club players to take centre stage with a full round of games in the adult ladies football league.

Claregalway picked up the result of the weekend when they avenged last year’s county semi-final loss taking an impressive 3-17 to 1-8 victory over Corofin.

County and league champions Kilkerrin/Clonberne also continued their winning ways with a comprehensive result against Caltra Cuans. While the 2016 intermediate final rematch between Moycullen and Annaghdown was postponed.

In Division Two, Clonbur ran out 6-12 to 0-11 winners over St. James. And Naomh Anna Leitir Moir picked up a big win away to Glenamaddy/Williamstown by 1-13 to 1-4.

Skehana/Menlough took the spoils in Division Two emerging triumphant by 1-13 to 2-14 over Kilkerrin/Clonberne’s B squad.

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There were wins in Division Five for St. Gabriel’s, Naomh Mhuire and Salthill/Knocknacarra. And An Cheathru Rua and St. Michael’s were successful in their Division Six assignments.

Division One

Claregalway 1-17 Corofin 1-8

Kilkerrin/Clonberne beat Caltra Cuans

Division Two

Clonbur 6-12 St. James 0-11

Naomh Anna Leitir Moir 1-13 Glenamaddy/Williamstown 1-4

Division Three

Menlough/Skehana 1-14 Kilkerrin/Clonberne 2-4

Division Five

St. Gabriel’s 3-15 St. Fursey’s 0-10

Naomh Mhuire 4-10 Glinsk 1-10

Salthill/Knocknacarra 4-10 Micheal Breathnach 4-5

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Division Six

St. Michael’s 3-12 Gaeil Na Gaillimhe 1-2

An Cheathru Rua beat Grainne Mhaols B

75 ‘high quality jobs’ to be created in Galway

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Michael Malone

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February 19, 2018

galway daily news Leading scholars to build irish language plan for Galway city

Seventy-five new jobs will be created in Galway, following the announcement that a market leader in development, manufacture and marketing will establish a Business Service Centre in Galway city to support its new international business.

Quidel Corporation will be supported by IDA Ireland, targeting the creation of 75 ‘high quality’ jobs over five years.

The company, headquartered in San Diego, California, employs approximately 1,200 people in operations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Japan, and other parts of Asia.

Quidel is currently recruiting professionals for the Galway operation in a range of functional areas including Finance, Human Resources, Customer Service, Technical Support, Sales, Marketing, IT and Legal.

Through the Business Service Centre, Quidel will be better positioned to serve customers in an expanding international market.

Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD warmly welcomed the announcement from Quidel.

“The investment announcement by Quidel today reaffirms Ireland’s position as one of the international leaders in the Medtech industry,” she said.

“I am pleased that Quidel has chosen to establish a Business Service Centre in Galway city that will result in the creation of 75 high quality jobs in the West of Ireland. This new facility is a further example of the success of our commitment under the Regional Action Plans for Jobs to provide quality jobs in regional locations.”

Douglas Bryant, Quidel Corporation’s President and CEO, commented on the talent that exists in Galway.

“There are many very talented people here, and Quidel is proud to partner with Martin Shanahan and IDA Ireland to bring jobs to Galway. Our company has recently doubled in size, and we believe that Galway can serve as a linchpin for our growing international presence,” he said.

Galway study shows high percentage of fish in Atlantic ingesting plastic

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Michael Malone

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February 19, 2018

A study carried out by marine scientists at NUI Galway found that 73% out of 233 deep water fish from the Northwest Atlantic Ocean had ingested plastic particles.

The research was published today, Monday, 19 February, in the international peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Marine Science.

As part of the study the NUI Galway scientists participated in a transatlantic crossing on-board the Marine Institute’s Celtic Explorer research vessel.

During this research cruise they took dead deep sea fish from midwater trawls in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean, such as the Spotted Lanternfish, Glacier Lanternfish, White-spotted Lanternfish, Rakery Beaconlamp, Stout Sawpalate and Scaly Dragonfish, from a depth of up to 600 metres using large fishing nets.

The fish ranged in size from the smallest species, the Glacier Lantern at 3.5 centimetres to the largest species, the Stout Sawpalate at 59 centimetres.

Upon return to Galway the fish were then inspected at the University’s Ryan Institute for microplastics in their stomach contents.

Microplastics are small plastic fragments that commonly originate from the breakdown of larger plastic items entering our oceans.

Other sources may be waste water effluents carrying plastic fibres from clothing and microbeads from personal care products.

Due to their low density, most of these microplastics float at the sea surface.

Alina Wieczorek, lead author of the study and PhD candidate from the School of Natural Sciences and Ryan Institute at NUI Galway, said: “Deep water fish migrate to the surface at night to feed on plankton (microscope animals) and this is likely when they are exposed to the microplastics.”

“One of the inspected Spotted Lanternfish, which was 4.5 centimetres in size, had 13 microplastics extracted from its stomach contents.

“The identified microplastics were mostly fibres, commonly blue and black in colour. Some only measured 50 microns in length. In total, 233 fish were examined with 73% of them having microplastics in their stomachs, making it one of the highest reported frequencies of microplastic occurrence in fish worldwide.”

GALWAY UNITED: SEASON LAUNCH ON GALWAY BAY FM TONIGHT

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February 19, 2018

Galway United will hold a season launch and preview LIVE on Galway Bay FM tonight (Monday) starting at 8pm.

The Galway United Season Launch takes place tonight at the Dail Bar at 8.00pm.

Former players will be in attendance along with Shane Keegan to preview the 2018 season.

Season Tickets and Co-Op memberships will be available at the launch!https://t.co/bM842hyCv8 #GUFC pic.twitter.com/70wnJQrhqR

— Galway United (@GalwayUnitedFC) February 19, 2018

The launch will take place in the upstairs section until 10pm and former players will be in attendance along with manager Shane Keegan to preview the 2018 season.

United kick-start their First Division campaign with a home game against Athlone Town at Eamonn Deacy Park this Friday at 7.45pm.

Season tickets and also on sale for the 2018 SSE Airtricity League First Division season and various categories will offer supporters considerable savings when compared to paying in on a match-by-match basis. Season Ticket prices have been significantly reduced for the 2018 season.

Eamonn Deacy Park Stadium will continue to be a family friendly venue with Season Tickets for children aged under-12 on sale for just €25. Adult tickets cost just €140 with family season tickets covering two adults and two children available for €240. Further Details can be found HERE.

Galway United’s launch and preview of the SSE Airtricity League season in the Dail Bar will be broadcast LIVE on Galway Bay FM this evening from 8pm-10pm.

All supporters of @GalwayUnitedFC are invited to our season launch in association with @gbfmsports at @TheDailBar1 on Monday evening (8.00pm) #GUFC pic.twitter.com/p1w0a0R1G8

— Galway United Co-Op (@gufccoop) February 18, 2018

GALWAY GAA: (Match Reports) – ROSCOMMON 2-16 GALWAY 3-12

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February 19, 2018

Connacht GAA said – “At a damp Hyde Park Roscommon got the better of old rivals Galway by a single point after a thrilling game which swung from end to end throughout and where the result was in doubt right up until the final seconds.”

An open contest in Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday saw Roscommon deliver a second successive win over Galway as they won their fourth Connacht FBD Football League title.

Trailing by two points, Kevin McStay’s team had one last kick as Niall Daly and Diarmuid Murtagh levelled affairs before the latter struck the winner in the 72nd minute.

Congrats to the Roscommon Senior Footballers on their 2-16 to 3-12 win over Galway in the FBD League Final pic.twitter.com/jslbpmdW85

— Barbara Taylor (@Barbara11817081) February 18, 2018

Galway had a chance to force extra-time only for a late Sean Armstrong free to fall short. But despite seeing their six-game unbeaten run ending, both McStay and Kevin Walsh will be happy with the workout before bigger tests in their respective National Leagues.

It was an experimental set-up from both counties as Walsh made 13 changes from their victory over Mayo with only Johnny Heaney and Barry McHugh starting.

Roscommon also had 12 new players on show but started brightly with Donie Smith, Ross Timothy and the returning Cathal Cregg (2) giving them a 0-4 to 0-0 lead on nine minutes.

Armstrong, Padraic Cunnigham and McHugh reduced arrears but when Roscommon keeper James Featherston made an error on 19 minutes, Frankie Burke reacted quickest for Galway’s first goal making it 1-3 to 0-4.

Well done to our two clubs players playing for @TribesmenGAA in the #FBDfinal in the Hyde Kieran Duggan playing a blinder in midfield and Frankie Burke scoring two stormers of goals it’s half time and 2-4 to Galway 1-6 to Roscommon #gaillimhabu #AnachCuainAbu

— Annaghdown LGFA (@AnnaghdownLGF) February 18, 2018

Cregg and Ciarain Murtagh restored parity but there was no fortune about Galway’s second major. McHugh’s brilliant pass found Burke who got another three-pointer and the defending champions were 2-4 to 1-6 up after Cregg palmed a Roscommon ball to the net.

While Galway were FBD League holders, Roscommon are Connacht champions and brought themselves back in the second half led by Ciarain Murtagh’s opening score.

The momentum shifted regularly but after Enda and Donie Smith converted points, Enda Smith’s goal pushed Roscommon 2-13 to 2-9 clear.

However, Galway weren’t done as Walsh’s squad wanted to make their own personal statements. McHugh, Eoin Finnerty and Heaney tallied points but in between, Gary O’Donnell and Rob Finnerty combined to set Dessie Conneely up for their third goal.

Leading 3-12 to 2-13, Galway were looking good for a third consecutive crown but a hat-trick of late minors through Daly and Diarmuid Murtagh ensured Roscommon held the edge on their neighbours winning their second successive provincial trophy.

Scorers:

Galway – Frankie Burke 2-0, Barry McHugh 0-4, Dessie Conneely 1-0, Sean Armstrong 0-2, Johnny Heaney 0-1, Tom Flynn 0-1, Rob Finnerty 0-1, Eoin Finnerty 0-1, Padraic Cunningham 0-1, Adrian Varley 0-1.

Roscommon – Cathal Cregg 1-4, Enda Smith 1-1, Ciarain Murtagh 0-4, Donie Smith 0-3, Diarmuid Murtagh 0-2, Ross Timothy 0-1, Niall Daly 0-1.

Full-time

Roscommon 2.16
Galway 3.12

Winning point 😄#FBDChampions #rosgaa 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/WSX7OR3tmR

— Club Rossie (@clubrossie) February 18, 2018

Declan Rooney for rte.ie wrote – “Dessie Conneely looked to have given Galway victory when he goaled eight minutes from time, but Murtagh and Niall Daly found the target at the death to give Roscommon a first Connacht League crown since 2015.”

And the Irish Times stated – “Roscommon snatched the FBD Connacht Football League title from under Galway’s noses with an injury-time free from Diarmuid Murtagh.”

GALWAY GAA: (The Tweets) – GALWAY 2-19 OFFALY 0-14

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February 19, 2018

There wasn’t much activity from Galway supporters on social media yesterday (Sunday) as the Tribesmen picked up their third consecutive win to keep their National Hurling League defence on track in Pearse Stadium.

Offaly supporters were more vocal as they saw the positives from their team’s effort and know a trip to Laois next weekend could open up a quarter-final spot.

The Red card was criticised while some weren’t impressed by Galway’s first half display even if it was acknowledged there was more in the tank.

And one person went home happy after attending a Galway game for the first time.

Here is our selection of the top tweets from Galway vs Offaly.

Finally went to my 1st Hurling game: Galway VS Offaly – We won!!! #pearsestadium #game… https://t.co/1wzU0i1eKt

— koknatha (@koknatha) February 19, 2018

Shocking red card given by Cathal Mc Allister to Shane Kinsella in Galway vs Offaly

— Pete Burns (@PeteBur47679093) February 18, 2018

Thank you to @GalwayCamogie96 and @Galway_GAA today. Great double header. #ForwardThinking

— Offaly Camogie (@OffalyCamogie) February 18, 2018

Battling back well Offaly up in Derry the Hurlers did alright were never going to beat Galway & the margain of an 11 point defeat isn't the worst. #AllianzLeagues

— Darren (@UnitedLeeds_) February 18, 2018

Offaly going well in Galway and have a good breeze in second half.

— Joe Dooley (@DooleyJoe) February 18, 2018

HT. Galway 1-9 Offaly 0-8. Offaly competitive, frustrating at times as we could be closer. Galway look as if there’s goals in them. Trying to open Offaly at every attempt @MidlandsSport

— Joe Troy (@TheRealJT23) February 18, 2018

No doubting Offaly's spirit and determination.
Galway monopolizing possession, which is a massive concern. And Offaly not picking up Galway runners from deep.
Offaly's 8 points and the 6ish wides sourced in Offaly's 'economical' hurling.

— Plain of the Herbs (@Plainofherbs) February 18, 2018

HT in Salthill Galway 1-09 Offaly 0-08. Scrappy enough game so far. Very stop/start and ref not helping. Joe Cooney is having a ball, Conor Whelan isn’t at the races at all today he looks tired. #GaillimhAbú

— Vanessa Noone (@VanessaNoone) February 18, 2018

Galway out and ready to keep their NHL defence on track against Offaly at Pearse Stadium today #GAA pic.twitter.com/bDSBBJiyCH

— Daragh Small (@daraghs0) February 18, 2018

GALWAY GAA: (Reaction) – GALWAY 2-19 OFFALY 0-14

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Galway’s senior hurlers made it three wins from three in Pearse Stadium on Sunday to set up a promotion clash with Limerick on March 4th.

Even though the All-Ireland champions travel to Parnell Park to face Dublin next weekend, the Tribesmen’s attentions will be firmly on the visit of the Shannonsiders to Salthill to decide who’ll progress to Division 1A in 2019.

Two Joseph Cooney goals proved the difference. But even though nine of the All-Ireland Final team started, including the returning Gearoid McInerney, Donoghue was able to look at some of the new blood as he continued to give fringe players an opportunity.

“We have to use the league to give the younger lads an opportunity and will continue to do that,” said the Galway manager to assembled media afterwards. “When they get the opportunity, they have to take it and Shane Cooney and Seán Loftus did well.”

Started on the @RTELateLateShow – Daniel Brogan, age 9, from Carnmore, Galway, who on Late Late Toy Show was given the chance to be Galway mascot for the day, on his way into the dressing room before Galway and Offaly at Pearse Stadium inPhoto by Matt Browne/Sportsfile @galwayad pic.twitter.com/7zFesnBpRH

— Declan Varley (@declanvarley) February 18, 2018

Shane Cooney and Loftus were two of Galway’s bright lights along with the inform Davy Glennon. Joseph Cooney and Cathal Mannion were also top performers in the half forward line. And Jack Coyne and Kevin McHugo were given senior intercounty debuts.

The Tribesmen were criticised for their performances against Laois and Antrim but after a busy winter of engagements and the New Year’s team holiday, it was always going to be difficult to hit the heights of 2017 straight away.

And plying their trade in Division 1B is never easy as they are expected to account easily for opponents while keeping their preparations on track for the crucial summer matters.

“We had two hard weeks of training,” added Donoghue. “And we were very conscious that there would be a bit of tiredness, but the attitude was a big step up and I know that the hurling will improve over the next few weeks. I think we are going in the right direction.

“I think overall maybe a better performance than the last two.

“The lads worked hard for the last two weeks and we’ll go in to another week’s training going into the Dublin game.”

Galway’s fourth game in Division 1B of the National Hurling League will be against Dublin on Sunday (25th February) in Parnell Park at 2pm.

WE ARE IN PEARSE STADIUM FOR A DOUBLE HEADER OF LEAGE ACTION!!!@GalwayCamogie96 vs @OffalyCamogie (12pm)@Galway_GAA vs @Offaly_GAA (2pm)@gbfmsports @Mulliganj #StyleOfPlay pic.twitter.com/r7iNq29joo

— Galway Daily (@GalwayDaily) February 18, 2018

GALWAY GAA: WEEKEND RESULTS

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Corofin v Moorefield - AIB GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Club Championship Semi-Final — 17 February 2018; Kieran Fitzgerald of Corofin in action against Niall Hurley Lynch of Moorefield during the AIB GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Club Championship Semi-Final match between Corofin and Moorefield at O'Connor Park in Tullamore, Offaly. Photo by Matt Browne/Sportsfile

(Photo – Galway GAA)

Corofin’s qualification for the All-Ireland Senior Club Football Final was the Galway GAA highlight of the weekend as Kevin O’Brien’s team overturned an early one-man deficit to book their place in Croke Park on St. Patrick’s Day against Nemo Rangers or Slaughtneil.

Martin Farragher was sent-off after just 70 seconds in a shocking decision after he got entangled with Moorefield full back Liam Healy. But Corofin produced an excellent organised display before Liam Silke stepped up with the winning goal near the end.

Galway’s senior hurlers are on three wins from three thanks to two Joseph Cooney goals in Pearse Stadium on Sunday. Even though they travel to Dublin next Sunday, this result sets them up for a promotion clash with Limerick in Salthill on March 4th.

Attendance today in Pearse Stadium is 5,355. Thank you and safe home all @Offaly_GAA @TribesmenGAA @Galway_GAA

— Galway GAA (@Galway_GAA) February 18, 2018

Despite Kieran Molloy producing Padre Pio act getting to Santry for the second half on Saturday following Corofin’s win, NUIG came up just short in the Sigerson Cup Final as UCD edged home 1-13 to 2-9.

A Conor McCarthy first half goal brought UCD back into contention but second half strikes for Sean Kelly and Adam Gallagher seemed to turn things the Tribesmen’s way. Only for Tipperary’s Liam Casey to deliver two winning scores for the Metropolitans” 34th crown.

Galway footballers’ six match unbeaten run came to an end in the Connacht FBD League Final as a late free gave Roscommon a 2-16 to 3-12 victory.

And three first half goals from Niamh Hanniffy (2) and Ailish O’Reilly gave Galway’s senior camogie team a second National League victory setting them up for a winner-takes-all game in Wexford next Sunday.

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Domestically, the under 21 hurling and under 20 football championships took pride of place. Ardrahan ran out eight-point winners in the under 21 A championship. And Killimor were a goal to the good against Padraig Pearse as they secured an under 21 B semi-final place.

Claregalway and Mountbellew/Moylough also booked final four berths in the new look Under 20 North Football Championship. And Naomh Anna Leitir Moir advanced to the same stage in the Under 20 B West competition.

And there was a full programme of games in the Under 20 B Football North championship with St. Gabriel’s, Headford, Menlough and St. Brendan’s picking up the wins.

Great to see all the young ones displaying their skills in Pearse Stadium. Big Thanks to all the Club Coaches involved! @TribesmenGAA pic.twitter.com/FRtLUllJ1x

— Galway GAA (@Galway_GAA) February 18, 2018

All-Ireland Senior Club Football Semi-Final

Corofin 1-6 Headford 0-6 (REPORT)

Allianz National Hurling League

Galway 2-19 Offaly 0-14

Sigerson Cup Football Final

UCD 1-13 NUIG 2-9 (REPORT)

Connacht FBD Football League Final

Roscommon 2-16 Galway 3-12

Littlewoods National Camogie League

Galway 3-11 Offaly 0-11

Challoner Trophies Under 21 A Hurling Championship

Ardrahan 0-18 Castlegar 1-7

Challoner Trophies Under 21 B Hurling Quarter-Final

Killimor 2-12 Padraig Pearses 1-12

Under 20 A Football Quarter-Finals

Claregalway 1-12 Glenamaddy/Glinsk 0-7

Mountbellew/Moylough 2-9 Monivea/Abbey 0-13

Keogh Accountancy Group Under 20 B Football Quarter-Final

Naomh Anna Leitir Moir 2-10 An Fhairce, Clonbur 0-7

Under 20 B Football North Football Championship

St. Gabriel’s 3-13 Ballinasloe 0-6

Headford 2-7 Caltra 2-6

Menlough 2-16 Athenry 1-8

St. Brendan’s 1-12 Dunmore MacHales 1-10

Wednesday – Moth & Butterfly night of storytelling

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Moth & Butterfly – A night of Storytelling and Improvisation
Wednesday, February 21 @ 7.30 pm
Katie’s Claddagh Cottage and Arts Centre, the Claddagh
Admission €5 on the door

The stove will be lit and the big kettle on.

All are welcome to what is regularly described as “Galway’s warmest Arts Night” – a night of storytelling & improvisation from both the Moth and Butterfly Creative Team as well as *optional* contributions from the audience. You can tell too!

Tickets are €5. The theme for February is ‘Windows & Doors’.

Moth & Butterfly brings together the art forms of both Storytelling & Improvisation.

There will be three types of storytelling on the night:

Moth style stories must be short, true, thematic, and feature the teller themselves as a character. A homage to the wonderful ‘Moth’ storytelling, stories run about 8 or 9 mins but shorter is fine.

Much more interesting than jokes or a yarn, the team always prefer a story of something that has had an impact on you or something important to you. It can be funny of course but by no means has to be. Think of it as a story that changed you in some way, however small. We love your truth, warts and all!

Improvised stories will be created fresh on the spot – no two are the same! There are different improvisational formats including: ‘Stories From The Hat’ (where members of the audience pick an object for the story) and ‘Found In Translation’ (where the tellers improvise and translate bilingually).

Freefall stories are all other stories that still fit the theme – from fiction to fairy tales to tall tales.

This is a night for oral storytelling, so no reading or notes allowed – just pure story! The night is for both tellers and listeners, for without good listeners; there would be no good stories! There will be opportunity for people to tell and also to just sit comfortably and join in the journey of the imagination.

Although everyone loves poems, stand-up and songs, this night is to create a space for stories and improvised stories, so please respect the format and keep your talents for the many great nights in Galway that showcase these other forms.

Great stories invite us in for a listen. They don’t always have to be funny by any means (but they can be!). They draw from a wide emotional palette. We love to laugh, but also to cry, to growl, to gasp. The Moth and Butterfly crew invite people to tell stories from the heart.

Who we are
The Moth & Butterfly Creative Crew is made up of professional performers, writers and storytellers. They were inspired by the transformational nature of improvisation (Butterfly) along with many ‘true tale’ traditions from around the world, particularly the wonderful ‘Moth’ tradition that originated in the USA, and thought that the two combined would make for a very special night. They are delighted to share this with Galway audiences.

As people continue to discover this little secret, regulars will know the night can get busy. If you know for sure you would like to tell a story, you can always email the crew in advance (to request a telling spot) to: mothandbutterflystories@gmail.com

If there are an excess of tellers, the Moth & Butterfly crew will draw names.

Doors will open about 10 mins before 7.30, and the night will start soon after.

Admission on the night is €5 – tickets on the door.

*** Please note that the current venue does not have an alcohol licence to sell drinks, but serves delicious tea/coffee and some sweet treats. You are welcome to come with something stronger yourself. 😉

Doors open at 7.20PM and aiming for a ‘softish’ 7.30 start. Please come on time to ensure you get a seat.

As some stories are true ones, and from the audience, Moth & Butterfly cannot predict content or adult language. An audience age of 18+ is suggested but feel free to check with them regarding discretion.

Audience members come from all over the globe; Moth & Butterfly welcomes your feedback.

“This show was the highlight of our visit to Ireland” – Maura, Galway Theatre Festival Audience Member

“There’s nothing quite like this night in Ireland – thank you for putting it on, it is spectacular” – James, Audience Member

“A really lovely night – thank you for creating something very special, we’re already looking forward to the next one…” – Michael, Moth and Butterfly audience member.

For more information check out the Moth and Butterfly Facebook page.

Location:
Katie’s Claddagh Cottage and Arts Centre is little gem of a venue, tucked away, and set back from the road, so please have a look at this map in advance so you don’t get lost! There is also some parking in the grounds of the cottage itself.

Moth and Butterfly have just recently got a listing on Tripadvisor, so please pop them a review if you have been to the night! They’d really appreciate it.

Wednesday – Matthew Berrill jazz trio at the Black Gate

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