The Donegal Sports Star Awards committee held its Annual General Meeting in the Mount Errigal Hotel on Monday evening. It was an opportunity to reflect back on a hugely successful 50th anniversary function last January which was attended by over 600 people where the special guest was former Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr. In […]
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The countdown is very much on to this weekend’s Donegal International Rally as the crews finalising their preparations. The Rally has a world class field that defending champion Callum Devine is going to have to content with. Among them is WRC crew – Josh McErlean and Eoin Tracey. The Derry Cork partnership have been touring
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There was success for Oisin Orr at Wolverhampton on Tuesday evening with the Donegal jockey having a 9/1 double. He won on 4/1 shot Duidin for trainer John Butler and then teamed with Richard and Peter Fahy to take victory on Spaceman coming home at 10/11. The double brings Oisin’s season total to 24 wins.
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Derry City will head to Bulgaria for their Uefa Europa League First Qualifying Round fixture next month. The Candystrips will go to CSKA Sofia for the first leg on the 9th July with the second leg at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium on the 16th July. It’s not the first time the sides have met,
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Coleraine have announced the signing of Ben Doherty from Derry City. The 29-year-old joins the club on a two-year-deal after an undisclosed fee. Doherty is no stranger to the Coleraine Showgrounds after making 86 appearances in a two-and-half year spell between January 2019 to the summer of 2021, netting an impressive 36 goals in that
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One of the most celebrated chapters in Irish motorsport history is set to repeat itself at this year’s Wilton Recycling Donegal International Rally (June 19–21, 2026). Two-time Donegal International outright winner James Cullen is making a sensational return to the stages after a ten-year competitive absence, and he is bringing one of the most famous
This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney takes a looks at the All Ireland Championship and more with Jason Byrne, Head of Sport with the Irish Sun, Highland’s Match Analyst Brendan Kilcoyne and Colm Parkinson’s of the Smaller Fish Podcast. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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Derry City FC have confirmed that Josh Thomas, Dipo Akinyemi and Henry Rylah have left the club ahead of the summer transfer window. Dipo has just been announced as having joined York City while Josh is also hopeful of announcing a new club next week. Henry has been recalled from his loan by parent club,
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Donegal’s All Ireland Championship Round 3 clash with Dublin has been fixed for Croke Park next Sunday 21st June at 1.15pm. Dublin Manager Ger Brennan was adamant after the win over Cavan on Sunday that should they get a home tie they would take it away from Croke Park to the Whitehall venue but after
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The Wilton Recycling Donegal International Rally takes place next weekend and it’s teed up to be one of the best with a world class quality field and the best of the Irish set to take on what is view as the best rally in the country if not in Europe. So much so that five
Donegal Rally Preview Special with Donall Barrett & Brian Boyle Read More »
Donegal have released their panel for Saturday’s All Ireland Championship Round 2A clash with Cork in Ballybofey. The first fifteen named is the same which lined out from the opening whistle in the victory over Kerry in Killarney.
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Mark English’s latest outing in the Diamond League ended in frustration on Wednesday evening in Oslo, Norway. The Finn Valley man was forced to pull up before the finish of the 800m and did not complete the race. The reason for Mark pulling out is still unknown. US teenager Cooper Lutkenhaus claimed his second Diamond
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The quarter final draws have been made for the North West Senior and Sammy Jeffrey Cups. NWSC Quarter Final Draw: Newbuildings vs Strabane Ardmore vs Coleraine Fox Lodge vs Bready Donemana vs Eglinton Sammy Jeffrey Quarter Final Draw: Brigade vs Ballyspallen Glendermott vs StJohnston Letterkenny vs Killyclooney Burndennett vs Bonds Glen All Quarter Finals will
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Institute FC confirmed the signing of Max Johnston ahead of the 2026/27 season. Max joins the club following his departure from Finn Harps and becomes the latest addition to Peter Hutton’s squad as preparations continue for the new campaign. Manager Peter Hutton said: “Max is a player I’ve been aware of for a few years
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This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney looks ahead to Donegal v Cork with 2012 All Ireland winner and former Donegal Captain Patrick McBrearty, along with former Donegal player John Gildea and Cork GAA writer Denis Hurley. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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The Northwest Vipers have officially secured a home Harp Bowl Semi-Final after a dominant 38-8 victory over the Westmeath Minotaurs on Saturday afternoon at Mullingar RFC. The result improves the Vipers’ record to 6-1 on the season and guarantees the club the number two seed in AFI Division One. More importantly, it ensures playoff American
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The League of Ireland season will resume this Friday evening and in the Premier Division Derry City will be hoping the break has given them an opportunity to reset after a disappointing campaign which has seen the Candystrips win just four of there twenty top flight games to date. Derry host Bohemians on Friday evening
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The draws have been made and the official launch has taken place so the countdown is very much on for the 2026 O’Neills Foyle Cup. This years event will be the biggest Foyle Cup in history of the competition with over 1,000 teams competing which will see almost 4,000 fixtures being played not just in
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Dylan Browne McMonagle has taken one of the biggest victories of his career winning the Epsom Oaks on Friday afternoon with a brilliant ride on the Joseph O’Brien trained Thundering On. The Donegal Jockey guided the three year Philie from last to first in a stunning performance. Having won the Irish St Ledger, it’s a
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Donegal’s All Ireland Championship Round 2A clash with Cork will be a sell out. Donegal GAA confirmed on Friday morning that the game in Ballybofey on Saturday 13th June is sold out. The tie is the first game to be played at MacCumhaill in over a year due to pitch surfacing and redevelopment work, and
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Plans to run a Lancia Ypsilon Rally2 on the Irish rallying roads have been put on hold. A deal could not be finalised in time to get William Creighton into the car for the Wilton Recycling Donegal International Rally later this month. The Donegal Motor Club confirmed the entry was pulled this week. It is
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This week on The Score, Highland’s Big Match Pundit Brendan Devenney takes a look at the All Ireland Championship second round draw. We’ll preview Mark English’s run in Rome at the Diamond League meeting. The second round draw has been made for the FAI Senior Cup – Joe Boyle runs his eye over the ties
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Dylan Browne McMonagle had a winner at the Curragh on Wednesday evening. Last years Champion Jockey won on the 15/8 favourite Arrietty, teaming up with trainer Joseph O’Brien. Dylan is back in action at Leopardstown on Thursday evening with six rides, the first of those is at 5pm. He will also race in the group
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Former Finn Harps player Johnny Dunleavy has taken up the role of Academy Director at Waterford FC. Dunleavy who helped Cork City to a Premier League title in 2017 as a player, joins the Blues as the clubs first-ever full-time Academy Director, having started in the role in recent weeks. The Ballybofey native currently holds
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Donegal GAA have confirmed that the All Ireland Championship Round 2a fixture against Cork will be played at MacCumhaill Park on the weekend of the 13th/14th of June. Donegal were drawn at home to the beaten Munster finalists in this morning’s draw. The full fixture and ticket details are expected to be confirmed on Wednesday
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Rilion Gracie Ireland Jiu-jitsu Team had a successful 2026 Irish Open in the national sports arena, Blanchardstown Dublin last weekend. Students from RGI HQ (Letterkenny), Donegal Town (Bryan Gorman)and Omagh (William Timoney) made their journey to Dublin and managed to take home numerious titles to Donegal 6 Team trophies – 1st Master Gi, 1st Master
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Donegal and Kerry will face no suspensions arising from the incidents which took place last Saturday during their All Ireland Round 1 Championship encounter in Killarney but the respective county boards are to be served fines. In a meeting of the CCCC this morning, the Central Competitions Control Committee have ruled that the events of
No action taken on McGuinness or Clifford but County Boards served fines. Read More »
It’s no wins in six games now for Derry City following last night’s scoreless draw with Shelbourne. City were booed off at Celtic Park as the home fans showed their frustration following another disappointing display from their side who have won only four of their 19 games this season. City boss Tiernan Lynch said he
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This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney reflects on Donegal’s win in Kerry with Highland’s big match pundit Brendan Kilcoyne, Gaelic life’s Michael McMullen and Radio Kerry commentator Tim Moynihan. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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The Toyota Gazoo Racing were in Donegal this week to test components on the Yaris Rally2 car, geared towards their Irish customer base. Former World Rally Championship driver Kris Meeke who has raced a Yaris in the Portugal National Championship in recent years was putting the car through it’s paces on the unique surface of
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The official launch of the 2026 Wilton Recycling Donegal International Rally will take place on Friday, May 29 at 7pm at the Donegal Public Services Offices on the Neil T. Blaney Road in Letterkenny. Organisers will unveil plans for what promises to be a truly international edition of the iconic rally, featuring an exceptional entry
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Tyrone has also named their team for Sunday’s All Ireland Championship opener with Roscommon. The Red Hand County will head to Dr Hyde Park without the Canavan brothers. Darragh Canavan is out with a hip flexor injury, his brother Ruairi is also sidelined with injury. Manager Malachy O’Rourke has made two changes to the team
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Jim McGuinness has announced his panel for Saturday’s All Ireland Championship Round 1 fixture against Kerry in Killarney. Michael Langan returns from injury and is named at 26 with Jason McGee at 21 and Oisin Gallen at 22. St Michael’s man Langan missed the Down game with an ankle injury. MacCumhaills Sean Martin will wear
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Former World Rally Championship driver Kris Meeke has confirmed to Highland Radio Sport that he will compete in the Donegal International Rally next month, his first rally in Ireland since 2008. The County Tyrone native will race in a Toyota Yaris Rally2 and will have Liam Regan on board as his navigator come the third
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Graeme McDowell will make his first major appearance in six years next month. The Portrush man came through a 36-hole qualifier in Dallas, to book a place at the US Open in Shinnecock Hills. The Antrim native lifted the trophy at Pebble Beach in 2010 – which remains his only major title to date.
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Former Finn Harps and Derry City player Ciaran Coll has signed for Strabane Athletic. The 34 year year old defender becomes Strabane’s first major signing for next season when they’ll be playing in the Irish League Championship. The St Johnston man makes the move having spent the last 18 months with Glentoran.
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This week on the DL Debate, Brendan Devenney talks provincial finals and the All Ireland series with Kerry’s Sean O’Sullivan, Slaughtneil coach Gary McDaid and former Tyrone Manager Fergal Logan. The DL Debate in association with Sara’s Kitchen at Sister Sara’s Letterkenny:
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Everton manager David Moyes has praised Seamus Coleman as a “great servant” who has galvanised the club when he’s needed to. The Republic of Ireland defender will end his time as a player at the club when his contract expires this summer. Coleman’s been offered a coaching role – but will take time to decide
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Tyrone champions Loughmacrory will begin the defence of their title in a first round clash with Dungannon The St Teresa’s swept to an emotional breakthrough first ever O’Neill Cup triumph last year, defeating Trillick in the decider. The draw, held at the premises of competition sponsor Connollys of Moy, threw up a number of intriguing
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There’s no doubt the celebrations will be continuing in the corridors of Loreto Milford. They were crowned FAI Schools Minor Boys U15 National Cup Champions on Wednesday where they beat Midleton CBS of Cork 2-1 in the final played in Athlone. The title is a first in 50 years for Loreto. Highland’s Oisin Kelly spoke
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This week on The Score, Oisin Kelly is joined by former Finn Harps captain Joe Boyle for our weekly League of Ireland chat. Loreto Milford joint managers Gary Doherty and Ephrin McFadden reflect on the schools All Ireland success this week. Donegal Jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle tells us about his ambitions for 2026 and on
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In this week’s League of Ireland Chat, Oisin Kelly spoke with former Finn Harps Captain Joe Boyle. Finn Harps go to Limerick to play Treaty United looking for a third win n a row while Derry City will look to get back to winning ways on the road at Waterford.
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Donegal Jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle is back on Irish soil looking to defend his Champion Jockey title this year. After suffering a back injury whilst racing in Hong Kong, Dylan only return to action on the home front at the start of the month. Over the past week he had nine wins and is set
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Billy Coleman Award winner Kyle McBride steps up to the European Rally Championship in a Peugeot 208 Rally4 this month. He will compete in the BAUHAUS Royal Rally Of Scandinavia but this weekend will do national event in Sweden to prep for his ERC debut. The 22 year old MI RallyAcademy driver who won the
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Bonagee United have confirmed the appointment of Declan Lynch as our new senior men’s team manager. A former Bonagee United player, Declan takes over ahead of the inaugural National League season, which will kick off in the autumn. A UEFA ‘A’ Licence holder, Declan brings with him a wealth of experience, most recently working as
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Loreto Milford have been crowned FAI Schools Minor Boys U15 National Cup Champions. The Donegal school beat Midleton CBS of Cork 2-1 in today’s final played in Athlone. Loreto lead 2-0 with goals from Hugo Cooper and Darragh Edwards. Midleton had a goal ruled offside and did pull one back but Milford seen out the
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Over 1,000 pairs of feet will take to the streets of Tyrone and Donegal this Sunday morning for the 11th edition of the Strabane Lifford Half Marathon. While every runner will have their individual goals when taking on the 13.1 mile cross border course, there will be an intriguing battle for honours at the top
Strabane Lifford Half Marathon set for intriguing battle at front of the field Read More »
With the academic year at both Secondary and Primary School level drawing to a close next month the Donegal Sports Star Committee is seeking nominations for the 2026 Awards. The Committee sets an earlier deadline for the nine schools categories as only achievements and participation levels in sport will be considered for the academic year
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Two Donegal jockeys were on the doubles on Tuesday evening as Oisin Orr and Dylan Browne McMonagle took two wins and two second places finishes each. First up at Beverely in England was Rathmullan man Orr who had a 20/1 double onboard Coolree and Cia Capo. That was three victories in two days for Orr
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Following the postponement of the Monaghan Rally in April, the Triton Showers National Rally Championship returns this weekend for the Carlow Stages Rally. Round three of the series covers nine stages across the Carlow-Kilkenny border. Josh Moffett (Monaghan) and Keith Moriarty (Limerick) lead the field at car one in their Toyota Yaris. Moffett holds 34
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