Galway Bay fm - Sports

On Hurling Chat this week, Andy Coen and Cyril Farrell join Niall and Sean to cast their eye over the opening round of the National Hurling League. (28th January 2026). Green shoots in Galway's loss to Tipperary? Young lads up to the task? Cork indicate their well-being despite the All-Ireland Final loss Leesiders come to Salthill on Saturday evening - what can we expect? Kilkenny find going tough against resolute Offaly Wins for Clare, Wexford, and Laois that all have significance, while Mayo and Roscommon experience contrasting fortunes And finally the lads "quiz 😉" Cyril about his upcoming Laochra Gael Appearance! == Join us on Hurling Chat, Galway Bay Fm's weekly Hurling podcast.

Galway Triathlon Club will host its annual “NEW TO TRI” evening in the Commercial Boat Club, Woodquay on Tuesday, February 3rd from 7:30pm – 9pm. The event is designed for those considering taking up triathlon, as well as anyone interested in swimming, cycling, or running who would like to build new skills, meet new people, or train as part of a group. With nearly 200 adult members, Galway Triathlon Club is active across all three sports with weekly training sessions held across the city. From coached pool sessions and fully supported sea swims, to group bike spins, indoor cycling, strength and conditioning and both long-run and track sessions, the club offers training opportunities for all levels, from complete beginners to experienced athletes. Whether you’re already an avid swimmer, cyclist or runner, or haven’t sat on a bike or dipped a toe in the sea since childhood, Galway Tri Club’s friendly, social environment helps new members achieve their first triathlon goal with confidence and support. 2026 Beginner's Officer Claire Heskin joined Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly, who said it was hard to believe the year had come fully around and an opportunity for many new people to try a new sport has returned. == The NEW TO TRI event is free to attend and open to anyone interested in joining the club or learning more about the sport. The evening will include a general introduction to triathlon, training tips, demonstrations and an opportunity to speak with club members and coaches. To register, visit www.galwaytri.ie Maybe 2026 will be your year to take the plunge into something new? You never know where it may lead you!

Afterwards, John spoke to Glenamaddy captain Ali O'Toole but first manager John Kennedy says it was an incredible team performance.

SOCCER: Glenamaddy Community School 6-5 St. Cuan's Castleblakeney (Connacht Junior Girls Cup Final report with Galway Bay FM's John Mulligan)

Galway begin their All-Ireland Minor Camogie Championship campaign this Sunday against Limerick (1st February 2026). It's the first of five round-robin fixtures also featuring Dublin, Cork, Kilkenny and Tipperary with the top four advancing to semi-finals in April. The Tribesgirls have a difficult opening assignment in this repeat of the 2024 under-16 final that went the Shannonsiders' way.  But Galway will feature 15 players involved that day plus members of last year's under-16 champions. Fintan McNamara is the new Galway minor manager and he joined Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly for a chat and first they looked back on Ardrahan's county senior success in 2018. == Throw-in at Gort on Sunday is 2pm.

Connacht assistant coach Rod Seib was the last to chat to William and what was the reaction to last week's defeat to Leinster?

Back three player Harry West was next up and William asked him who came up with the idea of playing him at outside centre.

Connacht scrum-half Caolin Blade was first to look ahead to the game and Galway Bay FM's William Davies asked him what last Saturday's occasion in Dexcom Stadium was like.

In the second hour, Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh looked back on the weekend's action with: Niall Canavan (Galway vs Tipperary in the National Hurling League) Rob Murphy (Connacht vs Leinster in front of a record 12,481 attendance at Dexcom Stadium) Jonathan Higgins (Galway vs Mayo in the National Football League)

Joining Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh in studio were Eamonn Colclough (founding member who talked about the club's history), Colin Hanley (Chairperson, who discussed the 'Head of the River' on March 14th, including the Billy Lawless Trophy, international teams), Martina Regan (committee member to chat about the Women's Masters).

Manager of the Galway League, Brendan O'Connor, spoke to Mike Rafferty after his side booked their place in the Oscar Traynor Cup Final with victory over the Wexford League in Mullingar on Sunday afternoon.

Mike Rafferty Reports from Mullingar as the Galway League booked their place in the Oscar Traynor Cup Final after a convincing 4-0 victory over the Wexford League on Sunday afternoon.

Sean Walsh, Andy Coen and Cyrill Farrell look back on Galway's defeat to Tipperary in the opening round of the National Hurling League Division 1A on Saturday night at Semple Stadium...

Galway Hurling manager Micheal Donoghue spoke to Niall Canavan after his side's defeat to Tipperary in the opening round of the National Hurling League Division 1A.

Niall Canavan reports from Semple Stadium as Tipperary recorded a five-point victory over Galway in the opening round of the National Hurling League.

Mayo Senior Football Manager Andy Moran spoke to Jonathan Higgins after his first competitive victory in charge...

Galway Senior Football Manager Padraic Joyce spoke to Jonathan Higgins after Galway were defeated by Mayo in the opening game of the National Football League.

Kevin O'Dwyer reports from Pearse Stadium as Galway were defeated 3-18 to 2-18 by Mayo in the first Round of the National Football League on Sunday afternoon.

Commentary from Mayo's 3-18 to 2-18 victory over Galway in Pearse Stadium on Sunday afternoon by Ollie Turner and Gareth Bradshaw

Sean Carley looks back on the weekend in sport which includes: defeat for the Galway Footballers and Hurlers in the opening round of the National Football and Hurling Leagues, victory for the Galway Ladies Footballers away to Meath, a historic evening at Dexcom Stadium sees Connacht lose out to Leinster, the Galway League qualifying for the Oscar Traynor Cup Final and a successful weekend for Maigh Cuilinn, Titans and Maree in Basketball. The #fulltimewhistle is sponsored by GetSetGo Game-changing online car, home and travel insurance that’s faster, better and easier! Weekend results below: Gaelic Games   National Football League Division 1  Mayo 3-18 Galway 2-18  Donegal 1-20 Dublin 0-20   Kerry 2-18 Roscommon 1-20  Armagh 1-27 Monaghan 0-18  National Football League Division 2  Meath 0-19 Derry 1-13  Tyrone 2-16 Kildare 1-19  Cork 0-24 Cavan 2-17  Louth 1-21 Offaly 0-19  National Football League Division 3  Down 2-19 Clare 2-14  Laois 1-10 Limerick 0-13  Wexford 1-13 Fermanagh 0-12   Westmeath 2-14 Sligo 1-16  National Football League Division 4  The game between Waterford and Longford was postponed due to an unplayable pitch  Carlow 2-16 Antrim 1-15  London 0-21 Tipperary 0-21  Wicklow 1-17 Leitrim 2-13  National Hurling League Division 1A  Tipperary 1-21 Galway 1-16   Kilkenny 0-20 Offaly 0-16  Cork 3-25 Waterford 1-17      National Hurling League Division 1B  Carlow 2-18 Down 1-11  Wexford 1-13 Antrim 1-12  Clare 3-18 Dublin 1-22  National Hurling League Division 2  Meath 1-20 London 1-10  Kerry 5-23 Derry 0-12  Laois 6-23 Mayo 0-12   National Hurling League Division 3  Louth 1-20 Armagh 1-15  Roscommon 2-15 Wicklow 1-16  Donegal 3-23 Tyrone 1-18  National Hurling League Division 4  Cavan 3-13 Warwickshire 1-13  Longford 2-17 Leitrim 0-20  Sligo 2-20 Monaghan 0-8    Ladies National Football League Division 1  Galway 0-16 Meath 0-8  Kerry 2-9 Dublin 0-9   Cork 1-10 Kildare 2-7  Waterford 2-14 Armagh 0-8  Ladies National Football League Division 2  Tipperary 2-12 Wexford 2-9  Donegal 2-11 Westmeath 1-6  Tyrone 7-11 Monaghan 0-11  Cavan 1-13 Mayo 1-13  Ladies National Football League Division 3  Antrim 3-15 Clare 1-9  Roscommon 3-6 Limerick 0-8  Down 3-6 Louth 1-12  Laois 3-13 Fermanagh 3-13  Ladies National Football League Division 4  Longford 3-8 Wicklow 0-7  Carlow 1-15 Antrim 1-15  Sligo 1-20 Derry 2-8  Leitrim 1-11 Offaly 1-8    Leinster Junior B Club Hurling Championship Semi-Final  Tommy Larkins 0-16 Naas 0-6    All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Senior B Semi-Final  Presentation College Waterford 1-12 Portumna Community School 1-10    Rugby  United Rugby Championship  Leinster 34 Connacht 23   Munster 22 Dragons 20  Scarlets 27 Ulster 22   Bulls 19 Edinburgh 17   Ospreys 24 Lions 24  Sharks 30 Stormers 19   Glasgow Warriors 26 Zebre 21   Cardiff 17 Benetton 8  Energia All-Ireland League Division 2A  Cashel 12 Corinthians 5   Ballymena 26 Banbridge 22   Dungannon 17 Old Crescent 13  Barnhall 11 Greystones 3  Shannon 34 Wanderers 17  Corinthians have played 11 games and sit in 6th place on 26 points. 2 points behind Greystones.  Corinthians host 3rd placed Shannon next weekend.  Energia All-Ireland League Division 2B  Galwegians 50 Navan 15  Clogher Valley 26 Skerries 0  Rainey 23 Buccaneers 22  Sligo 39 Enniscorthy 15  UL Bohs 40 Malone 17  Galwegians are 11 wins from 11 and 15 points clear of second placed Clogher Valley.  Galwegians will make the trip to Enniscorthy next weekend.    Energia All-Ireland League Women’s Division 1  Galwegians 15 Old Belvedere 10   Ballincollig 19 Tullow 5  Railway Union 73 Cooke 0  UL Bohs 41 Wicklow 7  Blackrock College 38 Ennis 12  After playing 12 games Galwegians are in 5th place on 31 points, 13 points behind 4th placed Old Belvedere in the semi-final places.  Galwegians don’t play next weekend but return to action with a home game against UL Bohs on February 7th.     Soccer  Oscar Traynor Cup Semi-Final  Galway League 4 Wexford League 0  Limerick League 2 Donegal League 1 AET    Galway FA Men’s Championship  Galway Hibs 3 Colga B 2  Maree/Oranmore B 1 Knocknacarra 3  Corrib Rangers 3 Dynamo Blues 2  Salthill Devon B 3 Corofin United 0  St. Bernard’s 3 Loughrea 0  FAI Youth Cup  Maree/Oranmore 5 Broadford 2  Mervue United 0 St. Francis 3  Parkville United 0 Kinvara United 7    English Premier League  West Ham United 3 Sunderland 1  Burnley 2 Tottenham Hotspur 2  Fulham 2 Brighton & Hove Albion 1  Manchester City 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers 0  AFC Bournemouth 3 Liverpool 2  Brentford 0 Nottingham Forest 2  Crystal Palace 1 Chelsea 3  Newcastle United 0 Aston Villa 2  Arsenal 2 Manchester United 3    National Basketball League Men’s Division One  Maigh Cuilinn 76 Ulster University 59  Maree 106 Team North West 50   Titans 88 Moy Tolka Rovers 63  ND Audit Portlaoise Panthers 84 Templeogue 79  Carrick Cruisers 81 Limerick Sport Eagles 72   Malahide 104 Killarney Cougars 81  SPK Utility Trust Lakers 87 Dublin Lions 83  Drogheda Wolves 98 Tipp Talons 60  The win sends Maree up to 5th on 27 points, Titans are in 7th on 24 points and Maigh Cuilinn are 11th on 21 points in a very condensed League Table.  National Basketball League Women’s Division One  Limerick Celtics 87 University of Galway Mystics 70  Templeogue 76 Abbey Seals Dublin Lions 48  Cleveland Rockets 66 Limerick Spork Huskies 58   Swords Thunder 72 Clunetech Kilkenny Stars 62  Moy Tolka Rovers 80 Dublin Raiders 57  After 12 games played, Mystics sit in 8th place on 12 points.