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Ramadan: Considerations for Athletes and Coaches

Posted by Sports Unit on Fri, 28-02-2025

It is an exciting time of year for the Muslim community as Ramadan ...



Gerry Ryan Memorial Gala 2025

Posted by Swimming & Waterpolo on Tue, 21-01-2025

Last weekend, our swimming club traveled to Limerick for the much-anticipated Gerry Ryan Memorial Gala, a three-day-long competition marking the first long-course event of the year. The gala brought together swimmers from all over Munster and Connacht, and we are proud to say our club left a lasting impression both in and out of the pool.It was a weekend of long days, hard work, and determination as our swimmers tackled challenging events and fiercely competitive heats. Their efforts paid off, with several personal bests (PBs) achieved and outstanding podium finishes.Standout ...



Connacht Short Course Championships 2024

Posted by Swimming & Waterpolo on Tue, 26-11-2024

The College Swim Club had a fantastic showing at the recent Connacht Short Course Championships in Castlebar over the past weekend, with stellar performances and several podium finishes across two intense days of competition. With fifteen swimmers swimming in a wide range of events, it was great to see them making a splash in the short-course season. With so many swims, we will focus on the outstanding swims that made finals and won medals. For the Saturday evening finals, we had much success! Thomas, Bluefin, had a strong swim in the 200m Breaststroke final. In 100m IM, Jake powered through ...



Erne 4s Head of the River

Posted by Rowing on Mon, 18-11-2024

The University of Galway Boat Club had a very successful weekend with their first race of the season taking place on the River Erne in Enniskillen. With 9 crews entered UGBC was one of the of the most well represented clubs on the day. All of our crews raced extremely well with multiple top 3 finishes across both the men's and women's events. Our Men's Intermediate 4+ of Alex McWeeney, Thaddeus Kaiser, Cian Hogan, Cuan Friel and Jamie Haddock took the win in their event with a time of 20:57 over the 6km course. ...



A Legendary Longford Gala

Posted by Swimming & Waterpolo on Tue, 05-11-2024

The University of Galway swim team delivered an impressive performance at the Longford Gala on November 3rd, 2024, showcasing the college team's competitive spirit across various events. The swimmers swam personal bests and claimed multiple podium finishes, making the event memorable for the team.The team had a great day of racing, securing key finishes in individual and relay events, with some athletes even hitting qualifying times for upcoming national competitions.James had a fantastic swim, securing a 3rd-place finish in the 50m Breaststroke with a time of 40.94. He also placed 5th in the ...



The College Swim Team Shines At Aspiring Champions

Posted by Swimming & Waterpolo on Mon, 04-11-2024

The excitement was undeniable as the college swim team debuted at the Aspiring Champions gala in Castlebar. This event marked a significant milestone for the team, showcasing their outstanding progress over the past year since becoming affiliated with Swim Ireland.The atmosphere was electric, with junior club swimmers, coaches, and parents witnessing the outstanding performances of the college swimmers. Many were amazed at how far the team has come, thanks to many committee members' devotion and hard work. The athletes delivered standout performances, proving that the commitment to building a ...



The University of Galway Swim Club Invitational

Posted by Swimming & Waterpolo on Mon, 04-11-2024

On Saturday, the 23rd of November, Kingfisher transformed into a hub of athleticism and camaraderie as the University of Galway Swim Team hosted a thrilling college swimming competition. With teams from several colleges from all corners of the country eager to showcase their talents, the event was a true testament to the spirit of sportsmanship and teamwork. Behind the scenes, an incredible amount of work went into organising this event, ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Even with a few last-minute hiccups at the last moment!The committee, led by the dynamic duo Aoife and ...



Men's Gaelic Football McKvr's Gear Shop 2024/25

Posted by GAA - Gaelic Football (Mens) on Mon, 16-09-2024

 Men's Gaelic Football McKvr's Gear Shop ...



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