Galway Bay FM News Archives
Burke and Walsh steer Jarlath’s into All-Ireland Colleges Final
Date Published: 30-Mar-2011
Declan Tierney
in Claughan
AT a time when colleges football needed a much needed injection, it’s appropriate that it should be provided by the team that has won the Hogan Cup more times than anyone else as St. Jarlath’s College, Tuam moved a dramatic step closer to their 13th title.
And they were fully deserving of their victory over Colaiste Chriost Ri in the highly guarded ground at Claughan on the outskirts of Limerick on Saturday afternoon in what has to be one of the best colleges games of football witnessed in recent years.
It was high octane stuff as the match was played at a blitzkrieg pace all through and, again, it was Jarlath’s stunning first half performance which laid the foundation for this memorable victory over a side that were generally taller, physically stronger but yet lacked the cuteness and team-work that Jarlath’s served up.
There were so many positives for Jarlath’s to take away from this match as they face a Croke Park assignment against the reigning champions St. Coleman’s of Newry in the All-Ireland colleges final on Sunday week.
The manner in which they threw everything at Chriost Ri in the opening 10 minutes; the efficient way they moved the ball into a fairly stiff breeze throughout the first half; the six point lead they established at half time and the manner in which they withstood the expected fightback from the Cork school in the second half – these were aspects of the game which will stand to Jarlath’s in the final.
But probably the most encouraging aspect to this victory is the fact that when Chriost Ri reduced the deficit to two points midway through the second half, Jarlath’s had the resolve to strike back with devastating effect and for the remainder of the game they were three and four points ahead at all stages.
Among the many highlights to this victory were Shane Walsh’s three outstanding points from play – all from near impossible angles – Conor McNamara’s superb 26th minute goal and the fact that centre forward Ian Burke was the link to many of Jarlath’s scores throughout the match.
See full report in this week’s Connacht Tribune.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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