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Four young competitors from Donegal, Tyrone and Derry will take part in the 22nd FIPS Mouche World Youth Fly Fishing Championships at Idaho Falls later this month. Zack Barnett of Lifford, Lewis Harte-Porter from Strabane, Jacob Griffin of Sion Mills and Henry Suiter from Magherafelt will all represent Ireland at the event, which is set […]

Finn Harps have announced the signing of Oran Brogan subject to international clearance. The Letterkenny man, who last played with Loughgall FC in the NIFL Premiership, arrives at Finn Park until the end of the 2027 season. Brogan has also spent time with Dergview FC and Institute FC. The 22 year-old, who can play in

Tyrone attacker Joel Kerr is to miss this weekend’s All-Ireland Minor Football Final after taking up a professional contact with Premier League club West Ham this week. The London club’s academy has denied the exciting Red Hand star permission to face Kerry in Sunday’s decider at Newbridge due to his contractual agreement. Having signed from

Derry City have announced the signing of Alex Bannon on a year-long loan from Burton Albion. The 21-year-old Scot started his career with Queens Park and made over 50 appearances before signing for Burton last June. After a dozen appearances for Albion, he spent time on loan at Airdrieonians where he was vital in their

The Ó Domhnaill brothers from Gweedore have again claimed victory in Ireland’s largest traditional currach race, the 2025 Three Island Challenge, held this weekend in the North Co. Dublin town of Skerries. Battling a field of 19 boats and over 60 crew members, the trio of Simon, Ronan and Michael Ó Domhnaill were first across

Division 1 Four Masters 1-20 – 5-07 Naomh Conaill St Michael’s 1-16 – 2-18 Kilcar Glenfin 2-12 – 3-10 Malin St Eunan’s V Sean Mac Cumhaills   Division 2 Ardara 1-20 – 3-09 Killybegs Bundoran 4-13 – 1-21 St Naul’s Carndonagh 3-21 – 1-18 Naomh Muire, LR Milford V Convoy Naomh Columba 0-07 – 2-19

Meath have beaten Galway 2-16 to 2-15 in their All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final clash at Croke Park this afternoon. The result means Meath have now beaten Dublin, Kerry and Galway in this year’s Leinster and All-Ireland Championships and have progressed to an All-Ireland Semi-Final. The Royals join Donegal and Tyrone in the last four after their

The North-West Senior Cup Final will be contested between Donemana and Newbuildings after both teams came through their semi-finals yesterday. In Donemana’s clash with Brigade at Beechgrove, Donemana set an impressive 265 for 6. Brigade were all out for 152 for Donemana to claim a 113-run win. Newbuildings also had a comfortable win in their

It’s been another good evening for local jockeys as Luke McAteer and Patrick McGettigan were both on winners at the Curragh. Rathmullan native McAteer rode 25/1 shot “She’s A Nation” to victory in the 18:20 race for trainer Rory Devine. Then, at 8 o clock, Ballyare youngster McGettigan was on board “Pillar Of Hope” for

Ireland Women’s National Team Head Coach Carla Ward has called up Erin McLaughlin for the second International Friendly against USA in Cincinnati. The injured pair of Megan Campbell and Denise O’Sullivan drop out with McLaughlin linking up with the squad following Thursday night’s first game in Colorado. Donegal native McLaughlin, who recently left Portsmouth, has

Everton captain Seamus Coleman will continue to lead the club after signing a one-year contract until the end of June 2026. The Killybegs man will extend his Blues career to a 17th season, having initially moved to Merseyside from Sligo Rovers in January 2009 during manager David Moyes’ first spell as manager for a £60,000 fee.

Tyrone have announced their team to take on Dublin in the All-Ireland Quarter-Final at Croke Park tomorrow evening (Saturday). In the only change from their win against Cavan a fortnight ago, Mark Bradley has been named in the starting line-up as Michael McKernan misses out due to a shoulder injury he picked up early on

Jim McGuinness has named his Donegal team to face Monaghan in Saturday’s All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final clash at Croke Park. There’s one change from the team that started against Louth as Daire O’Baoill has been named in place of Caolan McColgan. O’Baoill was also named to start last week’s prelim in Ballybofey but was replaced by

Gary Mohan has been included in the Monaghan matchday squad for Saturday’s All-Ireland football quarter-final against Donegal. The midfielder has been struggling with injury in recent weeks, but is fit enough to take his place amongst the substitutes. Jack McCarron is listed to start at corner forward. The Donegal team is expected to be announced

Dylan Browne McMonagle had a 40/1 winner at Naas yesterday evening. The Letterkenny jockey was on board “Ms Willpower” in the 6:10 “Race And Stay Rated” race for trainer Paul Flynn. He’s back on the saddle tomorrow with five races at The Curragh.

Derry City have confirmed the signing of Scottish midfielder Adam Frizzell, who has joined the club from Airdrieoneans. The 27-year-old, who has agreed an 18-month contract, will be available for selection after July the 1st. In a statement on their website, the club said: “Derry City FC are pleased to confirm the signing of Scottish

Dom Thomas has left Derry City, just six months after transferring there from Queens Park. The Scottish left winger had signed a two-year deal with the Candy Stripes in January, but has now signed for Ayr United in the Scottish Championship. He made a total of 13 appearances for City, scoring one goal and making