Sunday 14th April, 2024 Brian McCormick Premier Castlefin Celtic 1 – 0 St Catherines FC Gweedore Celtic 2 – 0 Milford United Swilly Rovers 2 – 2 Keadue Rovers TDA Repairs D1 Cranford FC 2 – 2 Bonagee United Letterkenny Rovers* 3 – 1 Donegal Town *Letterkenny Rovers are champions Saturday 13th April, 2024 […]
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The Derry hurlers have recorded a win in their opening game in the Christy Ring Cup this afternoon. The Oakleaf county defeated Wicklow by 17 points to 12 in Aughrim. Meanwhile, it was a disappointing opening day for Tyrone as they were beaten 2-23 to 2-12 by London. Derry and Tyrone will meet each other
Christy Ring Cup: Derry beat Wicklow but Tyrone suffer defeat to London Read More »
Thursday 11th April Jackie Crossan Premier Division Cockhill Celtic 10-0 Moville Celtic Strand Hotel Division One Dunree United 2-1 Culdaff FC Inishowen Engineering Division Two A Cockhill Colts 5-3 Redcastle Res Sunday 14th April Jackie Crossan Premier Division Glengad United 0-6 Buncrana Hearts Aileach FC 0-1 Cockhill Celtic Hannon Greene Insurances FR O Gara
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The Donegal hurlers have beaten Armagh in their first game of the Nickey Rackard Cup at the Athletic Grounds this evening. The game finished 0-22 to 1-12 in favour of Mickey McCann’s side, as the Tir Choniall men were able to chip away at the score board in the second half to get out
Donegal hurlers get off to winning start in Nickey Rackard Cup Read More »
Donegal have beaten Armagh by 1-6 to 0-7 in the U20 Ulster Championship at the O’Donnell Park in Letterkenny this afternoon. A first half goal from Carl Joseph Molloy was pivotal in what was a closely contested match in blustery conditions. Donegal have now won 3 games out of 3 and have progressed to the
Donegal overcome Armagh to progress to Ulster U20 Semi Final Read More »
Donegal have beaten Tyrone 2-12 to 1-8 in Round 2 of the Ulster Minor Football Championship in Ballyshannon this afternoon. Barry Ward’s side were playing into a stiff breeze in the first half but managed to go in level at the break thanks to a Colm O’Dochairtaigh goal just before the interval. It was one-way-traffic
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Oldtown Celtic have won their 3rd league title in a row as they beat St Catherine’s Reserves 2-0 today to claim the Glencar Inn Saturday Division 1 title. Tam McLaughlin’s side are still unbeaten in this season’s campaign, with 2 games still left to play. McLaughlin spoke to Highland Radio’s Chris Ashmore on Saturday Sport
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A late Kyle McFadden goal for Ramelton Mariners was enough to get them the point they needed to be crowned Old Orchard Division 2 Champions this afternoon. Mariners travelled to take on Ballybofey United in Dreenan knowing a draw would be enough to claim the title. However, the Ramelton side found themselves 1-0 down heading
Ramelton Mariners leave it late as they are crowned Division 2 Champions Read More »
The Donegal U20 side have beaten Armagh by 1-6 to 0-7 in the Ulster Championship at O’Donnell Park this afternoon. Carl Joseph Molloy struck a first half goal and it was a score that proved to be crucial as Donegal ran out 2 point winners in blustery conditions in Letterkenny. The result means Donegal progress
Donegal U20 selector Brendan Kilcoyne reflects on a “tough battle in tricky conditions” Read More »
Donegal’s senior hurlers travelled to the Athletic Grounds to take on Armagh in the first game of the Nickey Rackard Cup this evening. The Tir Chonaill men scored the last 5 points of the game as they ran out worthy 0-22 to 1-12 winners. Liam McKinney was the key man as he hit 6 points
Mickey McCann reacts to Donegal hurlers’ victory over Armagh Read More »
The Donegal Minor Ladies have beaten Antrim 4-12 to 1-7 in their Ulster Minor Championship Tier 1 clash in Cliftonville this afternoon. Donegal stormed into an early lead and led comfortably at half time. The score as the teams headed for the interval was 2-6 to 0-1. The second half was more of the same
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Institute have been beaten 2-0 by Annagh United in the NIFL Playr-Fit Championship Split this afternoon. Institute are now 5 points behind leaders Portadown, who sit top of the promotion group. Meanwhile, Dergview also lost 2-0 in their local derby with Ballinamallard.
Institute beaten by Annagh while Dergview lose local derby against Ballinamallard Read More »
Donegal had 3 semi-finalists competing in the National Boy/Girl Junior 1 Championships that took place in the National Stadium last night (Friday). Unfortunately, none of the boxers were successful in their attempts of making a national final. Derryveagh Boxing Club’s David Tennyson was defeated in his semi-final via a unanimous decision in the 57kg category.
Semi-final heartbreak for Donegal boxers in National Junior Championships Read More »
Derry City have drawn 2-2 with Drogheda United at Weaver’s Park in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division this evening. Having gone behind to an early Warren Davis effort, City fought back to lead at half time through goals from Michael Duffy and William Patching. As the game drew to a close, it looked like
Drogheda find late equaliser against Derry Read More »
Finn Harps’ unbeaten run of 5 games was brought to an end this evening as Darren Murphy’s side lost 1-0 to Athlone Town in the midlands. In a very disappointing 1st half for Harps, it was a Dean Ebbe strike on 24 minutes that gave the home side the advantage at the break. Manager Darren
Darren Murphy reflects on a night where Finn Harps were “2nd best” Read More »
Finn Harps have suffered their first away defeat of the season as they were beaten 1-0 by Athlone Town in the SSE Airtricity League First Division this evening. Athlone dominated proceedings in the first half and deservedly led at the interval thanks to a Dean Ebbe strike on 24 minutes. Darren Murphy’s side did improve
Harps’ unbeaten run comes to an end in Athlone Read More »
Buncrana teenager Liam Grant has qualified for a kickboxing world championship event that will take place this October in Vienna. The 15-year old, who fights out of Senshi Martial Arts Academy in Buncrana, managed to take gold in the ISKA Irish Open K1 tournament that was held in Derry last week. A Go-Fund-Me page
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The Football Association of Ireland confirmed last night that the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup Preliminary Round, previously held ahead of the First Round of the competition, will now be held as the Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup First Round – and Cockhill Celtic will be involved. The 20 Clubs featuring in the Sports
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Cockhill Celtic stretched their lead at the top of the Jackie Crossan Premier Division to six points as they defeated an understrength Moville Celtic 10-0. The Gavin Cullen managed side led 5-0 at the break. Liam Grant bagged four while Conor Graham and Luke Rudden netted twice. The other goals came from Adam Duffy, and
Goals feast as Cockhill Celtic go six points clear in Inishowen Premier League Read More »
The postponed Eirgrid Ulster U20 Football Championship game between Donegal and Armagh has been re-scheduled for this Saturday the 13th April at 3pm. The winner will progress straight into the Ulster semi-final in 2 weeks time, while the loser will go into a quarter-final tie against Monaghan which will be played next weekend. The venue
Donegal’s u20 clash with Armagh re-scheduled for this Saturday Read More »
Simon Harris has been elected as the 16th Taoiseach of Ireland. The final vote in the Dáil finished 88 Tá to 69 Níl. At the age of 37, the Wicklow TD has become the country’s youngest ever leader.
Simon Harris elected as 16th Taoiseach of Ireland Read More »
A fence was left damaged after a traffic collision in Gortlee Road, last Wednesday at around 4pm. A White van with a partial registration of ’10 DL’ with a trailer attached caused the damage to while turning on the road, it’s believed the trailer and fence made contact. There was heavy traffic at the time,
Gardaí seeking out van driver who damaged fence Read More »
Two men approached a person at Long Lane, Letterkenny last Tuesday, and stole their e-scooter. The incident happened at around 8pm. The victim says the two males fled in the direction of the hospital. One was around 5″6′ in height and wore a black puffer jacket. The other was taller, wearing a grey hoodie with
E-scooter stolen from victim at Long Lane in Letterkenny Read More »
Gardaí are appealing for information after a jeep was damaged in Carrownaffe, Moville. The vehicle in question was parked at a business premises from 3pm on Sunday the 31st of March until 9am the following Tuesday. The front windscreen was cracked and the driver’s side window was smashed, however entry was not gained nor was
Jeep windows smashed over bank holiday weekend in Moville Read More »
A business premises on the Pearse Road in Letterkenny had it’s front window smashed in an act of criminal damage last Friday. At around 9:30pm a man approached kicked the window causing it to smash. Gardaí say CCTV has been viewed and more is being gathered. They’re appealing for anyone who was in the area
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Cockhill Celtic have defeated Pike Rovers by a goal to nil in today’s FAI Junior Cup Semi-Final in Limerick this afternoon. A goal on 23 minutes from Corey McBride had Cockhill in control at the break. Pike Rovers grew into an edgy second half and almost equalised near the end but a brilliant double-save from
Cockhill see off Pike Rovers to progress to FAI Junior Cup Final Read More »
Fanad United are Brian McCormack Sports Premier Division Champions for the 2nd consecutive season as they defeated Swilly Rovers 3-0 this afternoon at Traigh-a-Loch. 3 early goals got the job done for Arthur Lynch’s side in a game they knew they only needed a point from to be crowned champions. Eoin Logue opened the scoring
Fanad United are back-to-back Premier Division Champions Read More »
Cockhill Celtic travelled to Limerick to take on Pike Rovers in the FAI Junior Cup Semi Final this afternoon. A Corey McBride goal on 23 minutes was the only goal of the game. Defender Lee McColgan says it was a “hard battle” but was over the moon to reach another national final with Cockhill. McColgan
FAI Junior Cup: Lee McColgan delighted to reach another national final Read More »
Fanad United have won the Brian McCormack Sports Premier Division for the 2nd season on the bounce. The Traigh-a-loch outfit knew going into today’s match with Swilly Rovers that a draw would suffice. In truth, the game was as good as over after the first quarter when goals from Eoin Logue and Edward O’Reilly (2)
Cockhill Celtic have beaten Pike Rovers 1-0 in the FAI Junior Cup Semi Final in Limerick this afternoon. Corey McBride netted the winner after 23 minutes while Harry Doherty made a fine double-save near the end to ensure the Inishowen men would prevail. Manager Gavin Cullen thought his side were good value for the win
Gavin Cullen reacts to Cockhill win: “To a man we were absolutely brilliant” Read More »
Josh Moffett and Keith Moriarty have won the 2024 Ronnie Hawe Monaghan Stages Rally in their Citroën C3. Meanwhile, Sam Moffett and James O’Reilly were 11 seconds off the winners in their Hyundai i20. Eddie Doherty and Tom Murphy finished 3rd to complete the overall top 3. Daniel McKenna from Monaghan won the modified section,
Josh Moffett and Keith Moriarty take victory in the Monaghan Stages Rally Read More »
Fanad United are Brian McCormack Sports Premier Division Champions once again as they overcame Swilly Rovers 3-0 at a wind-swept Traigh-a-Loch this afternoon. Arthur Lynch’s side knew they needed just 1 point from this game to secure the title and they stormed out of the blocks. Eoin Logue scored after 5 minutes and two goals
Arthur Lynch: “Having a strong squad was key to retaining Premier Division title” Read More »
Kildare Ladies are National League Division 2 Champions for the first time since 2004 after their victory over Tyrone in Croke Park this afternoon. Kildare led 2-4 to 0-6 at half time thanks to goals from Claire Sullivan and Neasa Dooley. The Lilywhites managed to keep their opponents at arm’s reach for the duration of
Tyrone Ladies lose out to Kildare in Division 2 Final at Croke Park Read More »
It has been yet another busy weekend on the athletics front in the north-west. To give us all the latest, here is Patsy McGonagle with a comprehensive report…
Patsy McGonagle reflects on a busy weekend in local athletics Read More »
06/04/2024 Glencar Inn Saturday D1 Glenea United 1 vs 0 Fintown Harps AFC Kildrum Tigers 4 vs 0 Donegal Town Oldtown Celtic 6 vs 3 Arranmore United St Catherines FC Reserves 3 vs 0 Kilmacrennan Celtic Reserves Cappry Rovers 1 vs 3 Strand Rovers 07/04/2024 Brian McCormick Premier Fanad United 3 vs 0 Swilly
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Friday 5 th April Jackie Crossan Premier Division Aileach FC 0 Buncrana Hearts 2 Sunday 7 th April FAI Junior Cup Semi Finals Pike Rovers 0 Cockhill Celtic 1 Strand Hotel Division One Dunree United 4 Aileach Res 0 C O Donnell Semi Final Redcastle United 4 Rashenny FC 0 Ulster Junior Shield Semi Final
Inishowen Football League Results 07/04/2024 Read More »
Illies Golden Glove Boxing Club had 2 girls competing at the National Girl Boy 1,2 and 3 Championships this week. Cathy Lynch, who was competing in the Girl 2 43kg category, took home the national title by picking up unanimous decisions in her both her semi final on Wednesday and her final today. Roisin Hegarty, who
Success for two Illies Golden Glove boxers at national championships Read More »
Glencar Inn Saturday D1 Kildrum Tigers 4 – 0 Donegal Town Oldtown Celtic 6 – 3 Arranmore United St Catherines FC Reserves 3 – 0 Kilmacrennan Celtic Reserves Cappry Rovers 1 – 3 Strand Rovers Old Orchard Saturday D2 Drumbar United 3 – 2 Swilly Rovers Drumoghill Res 2 – 4 Ramelton Mariners Dunlewey Celtic
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Omagh secured the win and bonus point that they needed to preserve their All-Ireland League Division 2C status as they beat Enniscorthy by 24 points to five. Although Bangor beat Midleton in their final game, it wasn’t enough to ensure safety and they now go into a play-off. Ballina are relegated after they lost to
Omagh secure victory and bonus point to preserve Division 2C status Read More »
Donegal’s minor ladies have beaten Armagh 3-12 to 2-10 in today’s Ulster LGFA Minor Championship clash. The game was originally meant to take place in MacCumhaill Park in Ballybofey but was moved to Burt. Meanwhile, in the Ulster LGFA U16 Championship, there was disappointment for Donegal as they lost out to Antrim. Having led 2-3
Donegal prevail over Armagh in Ulster LGFA Minor Championship Read More »
Galway have beaten London 5-21 to 0-09 in the Connacht Senior Football Championship Quarter-Final this afternoon in Ruislip. It was one-way traffic as Galway went in at half-time 1-15 to 0-3 in front. The second half was more of the same as Galway ran out comfortable winners. There was a plethora of players from the
Galway prove too strong for London in Ruislip Read More »
Ireland went down 1-0 to France in Metz last night as Marie Antoinette Katoto tapped home an early 7th minute winner after some sloppy Irish defending. Ireland rarely threatened, though they did at least make the home fans a little nervous with a rally in the last five minutes that saw Caitlin Hayes glance a
Barrett hobbles off as Ireland are beaten by France in first EURO ’25 Qualifier Read More »
Donegal have beaten Fermanagh 3-13 to 1-04 in this afternoon’s Electric Ireland Ulster Minor Championship first round fixture in Donagh. Paddy Ward hit 2-1 and Conor McCahill notched 1-5 as Barry Ward’s youngsters ran out comfortable winners in rough conditions in Fermanagh. In the other game in Section A, Donegal’s next opponents Tyrone overcame Down
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Danny Mullen says Derry City aren’t concerned about other results in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division. The midfielder scored City’s third goal as they ran out comfortable 4-1 winners against Dundalk last night at the Ryan McBride Brandywell. It was a night where the Candy Stripes closed the gap on league leaders Shelbourne as
Danny Mullan says Derry City are only focused on themselves Read More »
Derry City defeated Dundalk by 4 goals to 1 in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division this evening. City boss Ruaidhri Higgins has seen improvement in his side since last Friday’s disappointing loss at home to Galway, as his side took a point from Tolka Park on Monday and built on that to put in
Ruaidhri Higgins “delighted with the night’s work” as Derry beat Dundalk Read More »
Derry City have beaten Dundalk 4-1 in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division at the Ryan McBride Brandywell this evening. Adam O’Reilly had City 1 up at half time after netting on the half-hour mark. The floodgates opened in the first 20 minutes of the second half as further goals from William Patching, Daniel Mullen
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Donegal manager Jim McGuinness is looking forward to “a big couple of weeks on the horizon”. The Glenties man will lead his team into a battle with Derry in the Ulster Championship in 2 weeks time and he isn’t afraid to admit it will be a huge challenge. Derry have just beaten Dublin in the
Jim McGuinness says Derry will be Donegal’s “biggest test to date” Read More »
Finn Harps have drawn 1-1 with UCD in the SSE Airtricity League First Division at Finn Park this evening. Stephen Doherty was forced off early with a hamstring issue but was remaining positive. He told Diarmuid Doherty after the game the team are “happy overall with how the first 9 games have went”…
Harps’ Stephen Doherty reflects on positive first part of the season Read More »
Finn Harps have drawn 1-1 with UCD in the SSE Airtricity League First Division at Finn Park this evening. Tony McNamee opened the scoring with a stunning free-kick after 12 minutes. Harps deservedly led at half time but a triple change from William O’Connor altered the flow of the game and, even though they went
Darren Murphy reacts as Harps draw 1-1 with UCD Read More »
Finn Harps and UCD have played out a 1-1 draw in their SSE Airtricity League First Division clash at Finn Park this evening. The game kicked off at 5pm due to floodlight issues, which caused a reduced crowd in Ballybofey. Tony McNamee opened the scoring with a stunning free-kick after just 12 minutes and Harps
Finn Harps held by 10-man UCD Read More »
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