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HURLING: Galway 4-17 Offaly 0-19 (Leinster under-20 Hurling Championship commentary with Galway Bay FM's Niall Canavan, Johnny Coen and Sean Walsh)

Galway are through to the Leinster under-20 hurling semi-finals following this 10-poin victory over Offaly in Duggan Park, Ballinasloe on Tuesday (8th April 2025).

Jason Rabbitte got Galway's first goal but Ryan O'Donnell's hat-trick swung this tie in favour of the Tribesmen, playing their first ever home game in the Leinster championship.

Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Niall Canavan, Johnny Coen and Sean Walsh.

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Galway's next game is the Leinster semi-final which takes place on Wednesday, 14th May.

SOCCER: Salerno SS Salthill coach Conor Killeen gives his reaction on the minor girls National Cup semi-final win to Galway Bay FM

Salerno Secondary School, Salthill are through to the FAI Schools Minor Girls National Cup Final after a 4-1 victory over Coláiste Choilm Ballincollig on Tuesday (8th April 2025).

Rachel Leyland was the hero with four second-half goals.

Coach Conor Killeen gave his reaction after the final whistle.

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They’ll play the final on May 7^th.

LGFA: Galway senior captain Kate Geraghty with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of their National League Division 2 Final against Cork

Lidl Ireland and the Ladies Gaelic Football Association (LGFA) are gearing up for an action-packed weekend of National Football League Finals across all four divisions, with Armagh, Kerry, Cork and Galway all battling it out at Croke Park, while Cavan, Wexford, Antrim and Fermanagh will target silverware in Drogheda and Clones.

 

The scene is set for four intriguing ties – as captains and representatives from the eight competing teams gathered in Dublin today ahead of the weekend fixtures.

 

The Divisions 1 and 2 Finals will form an exciting double-header at Croke Park next Saturday, April 12, with the Divisions 3 and 4 Finals to be contested next Sunday, April 13, in Drogheda and Clones respectively.

 

In the Division 2 Final, which will precede the Division 1 showpiece, Cork and Galway will battle it out for silverware after claiming promotion.

 

Relegated from Division 1 in 2024, Cork and Galway have bounced back to the top tier at the first attempt, and will now look to put the icing on a sweet-tasting Lidl National League cake by landing the trophy on offer.  Armagh, Kerry, Cork and Galway were also the 2024 TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship semi-finalists, proof positive that all four teams have carried last year’s encouraging form into the 2025 season.

 

So, will Kerry gain revenge on Armagh after losing last year’s Lidl NFL Division 1 Final, and move ahead of Cork in the all-time roll of honour with a 13th Division 1 title? Or will Armagh get the better of the Kingdom again at Croke Park to claim their second crown?

 

All will be revealed, as Galway target a first Division 2 title win since 2014, while Cork eye second tier glory for the first time since 2003.

 

Galway captain Katie Geraghty was in attendance at the LIDL National League Finals media day and she spoke to Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly.

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RUGBY: Connacht flanker Josh Murphy with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their European Challenge Cup quarter-final against Racing 92

RUGBY: Connacht flanker Josh Murphy with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their European Challenge Cup quarter-final against Racing 92

RUGBY: Connacht scrum coach Cullie Tucker with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their European Challenge Cup quarter-final agasint Racing 92

RUGBY: Connacht scrum coach Cullie Tucker with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their European Challenge Cup quarter-final agasint Racing 92

HORSE RACING: Ballinrobe Racecourse manager John Flannelly with Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh on 'Over The Line'

Ballinrobe Racecourse is excited to announce the return of racing for the highly anticipated 2025 season, commencing on Friday, 11th April. With ten fixtures lined up, this season brings an exciting addition to the calendar—a brand-new Friday evening meeting on Friday 9^th May—bringing the total to three Friday evening meetings, which have already garnered fantastic interest.

Preparations are well underway at the South Mayo track to ensure another spectacular season of racing and entertainment. The highlight of the racing calendar remains the McHale Raceday on Monday, 26th May, featuring the prestigious McHale Mayo National, boasting an impressive prize fund of €100,000.

Racecourse manager John Flannelly joined Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh on 'Over The Line' to look ahead to the opening meeting.

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The Lodge at Ashford Castle has reaffirmed its commitment to Ballinrobe by once again sponsoring Ladies Day on Monday, 23rd June. The ever-popular Family Day will make its return in July, alongside the hugely popular Race Dance, held in association with Ballinrobe Festival, promising two evenings of fantastic summer fun.

All races this season are once again fully sponsored, with a few new sponsors coming on board and a waiting list of businesses looking to support racing at Ballinrobe. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the strong relationships built with local businesses and the wider community.

Racegoers are encouraged to start planning their 2025 race day experience now by visiting ballinroberacecourse.ie to secure their spot for an unforgettable day at the races. A variety of group packages are available to suit different budgets, and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.

The season kicks off in style on Friday, April 11th, with the first race underway at 4:40 PM. Join us at Ballinrobe Racecourse for another thrilling season of great racing,  fantastic entertainment, and a wonderful atmosphere!

OVER THE LINE: Galway Bay FM's William Davies and Darren Kelly look back RUGBY and Connacht's European Challenge Cup win over Cardiff

Galway Bay FM's William Davies joined Darren Kelly on 'Over The Line' this week (Monday, 7th April 2025) to look back on Connacht's 35-20 victory over Cardiff to book their place in the EPCR European Challenge Cup quarter-final next Saturday (12th).

They also look back on a big day for the clubs where Galwegians qualified for the Energia All-Ireland League Division 2B play-offs; Corinthians missed out on a similar position in Division 2A; while Creggs' couldn't build on their Connacht Junior Cup success, going down to Bective Rangers in the AIL Qualifier semi-final.

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'Over The Line' with George McDonagh broadcasts every Monday evening from 8pm on Galway Bay FM.

SOCCER: Galway Bay FM's Derek Rogers joined Darren Kelly on 'Over The Line' to discuss Galway United's 1-0 defeat to Shamrock Rovers

Galway United's unbeaten run in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division ended on Friday (4th April 2025) when they went down 1-0 to Shamrock Rovers in Eamonn Deacy Park.

Tuam's Rory Gaffney got the goal for visitors on 48  minutes to maintain their unbeaten record over the Tribesmen, going back to 2006.

Galway Bay FM's Derek Rogers was in the commentary box and he joined Darren Kelly for a chat on 'Over The Line.'

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Galway United's next game is away to Sligo Rovers on Saturday (12th April).  Kick-off at the Showgrounds is 7.45pm.

FOOTBALL: Galway minor manager Neil McHugh with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly on 'Over the Line'

Galway's minor footballers returned to winning ways on Friday (4th April 2025) when they beat Sligo 1-17 to 0-18 in Round 3 of the Connacht championship in Tubbercurry.

It was their second victory which could be enough to ensure their place in the semi-finals as they have the bye this week before hosting Mayo in Tuam Stadium on Friday, 18th April.

Manager Neil McHugh joined Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly for a chat on 'Over The Line.'

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Galway host Mayo in their final group game of the Connacht minor football championship on Friday week (18th April).  Throw-in at Tuam Stadium is 6.30pm and we'll have full coverage on galwaybayfm.ie plus LIVE 2nd half coverage on Galway Bay FM.

FOOTBALL: New York vice-chairperson Johnny Glynn with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their Connacht SFC defeat to Galway

FOOTBALL: New York vice-chairperson Johnny Glynn with Galway Bay FM's Jonathan Higgins after their Connacht SFC defeat to Galway