highlandsport

“They took their scores, we didn’t” – Paddy Flood

St. Eunan’s bid to win their first Ulster title in hurling ended in disappointment, as the Donegal club lost the Ulster Club Junior Final to Castleblayney of Monaghan in Eoghan Rua, Dungannon, on Sunday afternoon. Full time: St. Eunan’s 1-15, Castleblaney 2-16. The Donegal side were down 1-06 to 2-07 at the break. After the …

“They took their scores, we didn’t” – Paddy Flood Read More »

Ward wins in style while McGivern lifts Celtic title at Rumble in the Hills

Former Irish amateur champion Joe Ward won the headline fight at the Rumble in the Hills professional boxing night at the Aura Complex on Saturday evening. In his first professional outing in Ireland, Ward  made it (10-1,) as he defeated Prince Oko Nartey of Ghana before the fight could go into the third of eight …

Ward wins in style while McGivern lifts Celtic title at Rumble in the Hills Read More »

Dungloe’s Danny Boyle wins his bout in the Rumble in the Hills

London-based Dungloe native Danny Boyle won his third professional fight in what was a scheduled six round light heavyweight bout with the experienced Bulgarian boxer Evgeni Borisov at the Rumble in the Hills event held at the Aura Complex in Letterkenny. “That was amazing,” beamed Boyle afterwards. Roared on by the Donegal fans in the …

Dungloe’s Danny Boyle wins his bout in the Rumble in the Hills Read More »

Pro Boxing in Donegal – convincing wins in early bouts

Professional boxing returned to Donegal this evening with the Rumble in the Hills show at the Aura Leisure Centre in Letterkenny. In the opening professional contest, Galway’s Jason Myers got his pro-career off to an winning start as he defeated Bulgarian Martin Milev in a cruiserweight contest with the referee stopping the contest inside the …

Pro Boxing in Donegal – convincing wins in early bouts Read More »

Goalscorer Josh McGee Cronolly “stuck for words” after semi-final win

Setanta defeated Middletown of Armagh in Owenbeg on Saturday, securing their spot in the Ulster Intermediate Club Hurling Championship Final. Setanta 1-11, Middletown 0-13, after full time. The Donegal club was behind 0–10 to 0–08 at the break. After a thrilling match, Gerard Gilmore scored the winning point with a late free kick. Tyrone champions …

Goalscorer Josh McGee Cronolly “stuck for words” after semi-final win Read More »

Preview: Donegal athletes in action at National Senior & Junior Class Cross Country Championships

Sean McGinley & Amy Greene will be hoping for success tomorrow  A number of Donegal athletes are in action tomorrow, competing at the National Senior and Junior Class Cross Country Championships in Gowran Demesne, Kilkenny. Letterkenny AC won silver at the event last year, with Nikita Burke leading the way. National Marathon Champion Ann Marie McGlynn …

Preview: Donegal athletes in action at National Senior & Junior Class Cross Country Championships Read More »

FT Report & Reaction: City of Derry out of Irish Junior Cup

City of Derry Ruby Club were knocked out of the All-Ireland Men’s Junior Cup at the quarter-final stage on Saturday afternoon at Judges Road, Derry. Full time: City of Derry 25, Ballyclare 33. The home side trailed 16 points to 11 at the break. Here’s Highland’s Rugby correspondent Alex McDonald with the full-time report: City …

FT Report & Reaction: City of Derry out of Irish Junior Cup Read More »

Institute left in the dark after floodlight failure!

Institute’s Irish League Championship game with Dundela was abandoned early in the second half due to a floodlighting issue. At the time, the score was 1-1 with Orrin McLaughlin on target for Institute. Elsewhere, Dergview’s game with leaders Ballyclare Comrades was abandoned.

Ward, McGivern and Boyle fight ready for Rumble in the Hills

Big time boxing returns to Donegal on Saturday night with the Rumble in the Hills at the Aura Complex in Letterkenny. The main event  of the Elite Sheer Promotions show is the Irish homecoming for World and European Amateur medalist Joe Ward (9-1). The Westmeath native takes on Prince Oko Nartey (11-1) over eight rounds …

Ward, McGivern and Boyle fight ready for Rumble in the Hills Read More »

Ulster Club SFC: Last-minute goal rescues Noamh Conaill

Noamh Conaill are through to the semi-final of the Ulster Senior Club Football Championship after a last-minute goal from Kevin McGettigan to rescue the Donegal side as they defeated Gowna of Cavan at Breffni Park on Sunday evening. Full time, Gowna 1-10, Noamh Conaill 2-8. Noamh Conaill will meet Derry and Ulster champions Glen in …

Ulster Club SFC: Last-minute goal rescues Noamh Conaill Read More »

Noamh Conaill reaction: Martin Regan & Kevin McGettigan

Kevin McGettigan A last-minute goal from Kevin McGettigan has rescued Noamh Conaill from the jaws of defeat as the Donegal side beat Gowna of Cavan to reach the semi-final of the Ulster Senior Club Football Championship. In Breffni Park, Cavan, it finished: Gowna 1-10, Noamh Conaill 2-8. At halftime, the Boys in Blue led their …

Noamh Conaill reaction: Martin Regan & Kevin McGettigan Read More »

Peter O’Donnell – North West boxing in a “very, very good place”

North West boxing is in a “very, very good place,” says Raphoe boxing president Peter O’Donnell, after two boxers from the area were crowned Elite Champions last night in Dublin. Danny Duffy of Raphoe Boxing Club and Jude Gallagher from Two Castles ABC both won their finals at the National Elite Championships that took place …

Peter O’Donnell – North West boxing in a “very, very good place” Read More »

FT Report & Reaction: Cockhill Celtic edge out Buncrana Hearts in local derby

Cockhill Celtic edged out Buncrana Hearts in a local derby, which was a top-of-the table clash in the Inishowen Premier Division on Sunday afternoon. It ended Buncrana Hearts 1, Cockhill Celtic 2. Chris Ashmore has the full time report. Here’s Lee McColgan who scored Cockhill first goal from a corner kick. Cockhill manager Gavin Cullen …

FT Report & Reaction: Cockhill Celtic edge out Buncrana Hearts in local derby Read More »

FT Report: Downings knocked out of Ulster

Downings are out of this year’s Ulster Intermediate Club Football Championship at the quarter-final stage after losing to Ballyhaise of Cavan at Breffni Park on Sunday afternoon. Full time, Ballyhaise 4-15, Downings 0-11. Here’s Oisin Kelly and Martin McHugh after the final whistle.

“Difficult day at the office” – Downings manager Kevin Gallagher after Ulster exit

  Downings were knocked out of this year’s Ulster Intermediate Club Football Championship as they came up short against Ballyhasie of Cavan at Breffni Park on Sunday evening. It ended Ballyhaise 4-15, Downings 0-11. The Donegal side were down 3-09 to 0-05 at half-time. Manager Kevin Gallagher said it was a “difficult day at the …

“Difficult day at the office” – Downings manager Kevin Gallagher after Ulster exit Read More »

Callum Devine wins the Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally

Callum Devine and his co driver Noel O’Sullivan Donegal International Rally winner Callum Devine and his co-driver Noel O’Sullivan has won this year’s Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally. Devine final time was 33:12.9, in a VW Polo GTI R5. Eamonn Kelly and co-driver Conor Mohan also in a VW Polo GTI R5, finished just behind …

Callum Devine wins the Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally Read More »

Reaction: Callum Devine is victorious at the Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally

  Donegal International Rally winner Callum Devine and his co-driver Noel O’Sullivan were victorious at this year’s Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally. Devine won it in a VW Polo GTI R5, 11.6 seconds ahead of Eamonn Kelly and co-driver Conor Mohan, also in a VW Polo GTI R5. While in third, Desi Henry and co-driver …

Reaction: Callum Devine is victorious at the Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally Read More »

Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally reaction: Declan Gallagher wins Modified Section

Declan Gallagher (left) co driver Gavin Doherty (right) Today at the Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally, Declan Gallagher and co driver Gavin Doherty in a Toyota Starlet RWD finished sixth overall but won the Modified Section, 14.9 seconds ahead of Mark Alcorn and co driver Domhnall McAlaney in a Ford Escort Mk2. Kevin Gallagher and …

Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally reaction: Declan Gallagher wins Modified Section Read More »

Success for Donegal athletes running for Ireland at British and Irish Masters Cross Country

Teresa Doherty Seven Donegal athletes were competing for Ireland at today’s British and Irish Masters Cross Country in Tollcross Park, Glasgow. Teresa Doherty from Finn Valley won the International Cross Country title, Teresa led the way for individual gold in 21:01 to take Ireland W45 to team gold. With more on today’s event here’s our …

Success for Donegal athletes running for Ireland at British and Irish Masters Cross Country Read More »

Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally reaction: Ronan Dorrian takes junior honours by winning Class 16

Ronan Dorrian with co driver Jason Tease Letterkenny’s Ronan Dorrian with co-driver Jason Tease, took today’s junior honours by winning Class 16 at the Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally. In a Honda Civic, Ronan and Jason ended the day 43rd overall, with a time of 39:28.9. Ahead of second place Kyle McDaid and co-driver Liam …

Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally reaction: Ronan Dorrian takes junior honours by winning Class 16 Read More »

FT Report & Reaction: St Eunan’s reach Ulster Junior Final after penalties

  St Eunan’s are through to the Ulster Junior Hurling Club Championship final after beating Swatragh of Derry in Eoghan Ruadh, Dungannon on Saturday evening. Full time 5-4 after penalties. At the end of normal time the sides were level, 0-17 to 0-17 and after full time of extra time the sides were level 21 …

FT Report & Reaction: St Eunan’s reach Ulster Junior Final after penalties Read More »

Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally reaction: PRO Kevin Glendining on today’s event

This year’s Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally comes to close with Callum Devine coming out on top, Devine time of 33:12.9 was enough to seal the victory, driving a VW Polo GTI R5. Eammon Kelly finished in second with a time of 33:24.5, also in a VW Polo GTI R5. While Desi Henry finished third, …

Donegal Harvest Mini Stages Rally reaction: PRO Kevin Glendining on today’s event Read More »

Ulster IFC Preview: Downings in Cavan – Kevin Gallagher

Downings find themselves back on the Ulster trail this weekend. The newly crowned Donegal Champions will open proceedings at Breffni Park on Sunday, playing Cavan’s Ballyhaise in the last eight of the Ulster Intermediate Championship. Downings tasted success at Intermediate level last month for the first time in 30 years when the beat Malin in …

Ulster IFC Preview: Downings in Cavan – Kevin Gallagher Read More »