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There were numerous key moments in what was a thrilling Ulster SFC decider between Donegal and Armagh in Clones. Gaelic Life journalist Michael McMullan gave his thoughts on Donegal’s win when the spoke with Highland Radio’s match commentator Oisin Kelly shortly after the final whistle as Jim McGuinness’ side triumphed on a final scoreline of

“It was just pulsating the whole way through” – that was how Highland Radio match analyst Brendan Kilcoyne described Donegal’s victory over Armagh in a pulsating Ulster SFC decider in Clones that went to extra time before Jim McGuinness’ side came out on top, 2-23 to 0-28. Oisin Kelly got his immediate post-match reaction, and

Donegal retained their Ulster SFC title in sensational circumstances with a 2-23 to 0-28 win over All-Ireland champions Armagh in a game that went to extra-time in Clones. The final 30 seconds was – like most of the game – nail-biting stuff. And this is what it sounded like as the Highland commentary team of

Donegal ladies vice-captain Evelyn McGinley was naturally disappointed after the Ulster Ladies SFC Final defeat at the hands of Armagh in Clones A largely youthful Donegal were beaten 3-9 to 0-7 by a strong Armagh outfit. After the game, she spoke with Highland Radio match analyst Maureen O’Donnell

Donegal ladies manager James Daly was proud of his players despite being well beaten 3-9 to 0-7 by their Armagh counterparts in the Ulster Ladies SFC decider in Clones. Armagh are a hugely experienced team while Donegal are going through a transitionary period. Nevertheless, this final should stand to the Donegal team and he is

Armagh successfully defended their Ulster Ladies Senior Football Championship title as they proved to be too strong for Donegal and ran out winners in Clones by 3-9 to 0-7. Armagh were in command from early on and by half-time they led by 2-4 to a point with the vastly experienced Aoife McCoy getting the two

Donegal’s outside chances of qualifying for the Christy Ring Cup Final came to an end at O’Donnell Park as they were comprehensively beaten by a physically stronger and impressive London side, 2-19 to 1-15. Mickey McCann’s charge went into this game knowing that they had to secure a win to keep alive their hopes of

Derry City have defeated Cork City 2-1 in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division at Turner’s Cross this evening. The Candy Stripes were 1-0 up at the interval thanks to a Liam Boyce header on 25 minutes after the Cork goalkeeper found himself in no-man’s-land. The Leesiders found an equaliser just after the hour-mark through

With a massive victory over Tyrone last time out, one would be forgiven for thinking the Donegal Senior Hurlers would be content with all-but-securing their status in the Christy Ring Cup for next season. However, with the pressure of being relegated gone and considering how the the rest of the competition has panned out so

Donegal will face All-Ireland Champions Armagh in the Ulster Senior Football Final on Saturday evening at 5:25pm in Clones. Before that, the Orchard County will also be the opposition for the Donegal in the senior ladies’ provincial decider at 3pm. In what is a huge weekend for gaelic football in Donegal, Tony Boyle hopes the

There’s another full round of fixtures in both divisions of the SSE Airtricity Leagues tomorrow night (Friday). In the First Division, Finn Harps will look to return to winning ways after two recent defeats against Cobh Ramblers and Treaty United when they welcome bottom-side Athlone Town to Finn Park. Kevin McHugh’s side are in danger

For a county with a proud gaelic footballing heritage, occasions don’t get much bigger than this Saturday afternoon in Clones. The senior men’s team will bid to retain their Anglo-Celt crown at 5:25pm – but preceding that, at 3pm, it will be the turn of the Donegal Senior Ladies to aim for Ulster glory. Having

Donegal goalkeeper Gavin Mulreany fully understands the magnitude of winning an Ulster Senior Football Championship with his county. The St. Naul’s shot-stopper is well aware how important gaelic football is in the county and says this Saturday’s provincial decider against Armagh is “massive for the people of Donegal”. Mulreany spoke to Michael McMullan at a

It’s semi-final day in the Donegal Comortas Peile na Gaeltachta being hosted by Ardara. In the early game, Fanad Gaels were defeated by Naomh Conaill in the first of the junior semi-finals on a score-line of 1-17 t0 1-13. The opponents for Naomh Conaill in tomorrow’s junior final will be St. Nauls as they overcame

Cockhill Celtic were beaten 1-0 by Clonmany Shamrocks in the Clubman Shirts Cup Final in Buncrana this afternoon. The two sides will meet again next weekend as they collide in the Donegal Signs Cup Final. Cockhill’s Jay Bradley said he hopes his team can learn from today’s defeat for another big game next Saturday…

The number of women playing cricket in Ireland has been on the rise in recent years. Here in Donegal, St. Johnston Cricket Club fly the flag for women’s cricket and have a team that compete in Section 2 of the North West Cricket Union Women’s League. It’s the only women’s team that play the sport

16-year-old Finn Valley AC Athlete Sophia Thompson recorded a new personal best of 4:43.21 over a mile to finish third in the Track Night New York City yesterday. With more on that plus the latest athletics news from elsewhere, here’s Highland’s Athletics Correspondent Patsy McGonigle…

The annual North-West 10K will take place this bank holiday Monday the 5th of May at 11am. In-person registrations are open today Saturday the 3rd, and tomorrow Sunday the 4th from 3-6pm at Letterkenny Community Centre. Those who have already registered online are encouraged to come along and collect t-shirts and numbers to avoid queuing

It was a good night for Derry City as they got the better of reigning Premier Division champions Shelbourne at the Ryan McBride Brandywell. The game finished 2-0 after first-half strikes from Michael Duffy and Liam Boyce put the home side firmly in control of the contest. Derry now face into another tough home fixture

Derry City have beaten Shelbourne 2-0 in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division at the Ryan McBride Brandywell this evening. First-half goals from Michael Duffy and Liam Boyce were enough to give the Candy Stripes a valuable three points. Martin Holmes has the full time report from the Brandywell…   In other results, St. Pat’s

Horse-racing in the county has been on an upward curve in recent years, with Donegal now having seven jockeys that are racing at home here in Ireland, in the UK and in Australia. The latest young man in the apprentice ranks is Ballyare native Patrick McGettigan, who rides under trainer Johnny Murtagh in Kildare. Patrick

There’s another full round of fixtures in both of the SSE Airtricity Leagues tonight (Friday). In the First Division, Finn Harps will look to bounce back from their 3-1 defeat in Cobh last time out. Kevin McHugh’s side face Treaty United at Finn Park knowing a win would see them leap-frog the Limerick outfit in

John Cronin’s time as President of Athletics Ireland has come to an end following the conclusion of his second term in charge. The Downings native has been at the head of the organisation since 2021 and has overseen some of the most exciting times in the history of Irish athletics. Cronin has lived in Tullamore

Derry City are heading into the bank holiday weekend with the opportunity to build some momentum as the Candy Stipes face two home fixtures in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. It’s been a topsy-turvy start to the season for Tiernan Lynch’s side but a Friday night clash with Shelbourne and a Monday night game