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Tribeswomen out to restore pride in clash with Wexford
Date Published: 08-Jun-2011
Eoghan Cormican
Just over a month ago in Semple Stadium, the Galway camogie players trooped off the field at full-time after being subjected to a 3-10 to 0-10 masterclass from old foes Wexford. This Saturday in Belfield, Enniscorthy (3pm), the Tribeswomen are out to restore pride in the maroon and white jersey.
It is now 15 years since Galway secured their one and only All Ireland title and while hopes were high of eclipsing that gap following last year’s impressive run, the performance – or non performance as it transpired – in the league final hammered home the reality that Galway have it all to do if they are make the ascent up the steps of the Hogan Stand come September.
All of Galway’s old failings came home to roost on that Sunday in Thurles. Their inability to perform on the big stage was once more highlighted, while the defence was ripped to shreds by the pace and skill of Wexford’s attacking unit.
Consequently, Galway’s starting XV this Saturday will have a much different complexion than that which lined out in the league decider. Sandra Tannian (St Thomas) and Niamh Kilkenny (Pearses) are likely to line out among the forwards, while Athenry’s Therese Maher is heading in the opposite direction to bolster the defence.
That said, Galway will be without the services of Niamh McGrath, Rebecca Hennelly, Shauna Healy and Laura Mitchell all of who are exam tied. Nevertheless manger Noel Finn is optimistic about his side’s chances when speaking to Tribune Sport ahead of the fixture.
“The basic core work is done. The fitness is excellent. We’re probably a little bit ahead of where we were this time last year. Going to down to Wexford will be hard, but if we want to be contenders we have to be pushing them hard. We’re not going down to lose.”
“If we could get a result it would be a great confidence boost. We have a score to settle with them. The girls are anxious to atone for the past defeats against Wexford.
“We had a chance during the league final but fluffed it. We had them level, but missed our opportunities to go in front. We couldn’t make them come from behind.”
In any event, Galway will be hoping to run a much tighter ship in front of their own goal and they will need to against a Wexford full forward line in which Katrina Parrock and Lenny Holohan will pose a potent threat.
If Galway is to win this one, their forwards will need to score heavily. The 10 points amassed in the League decider, where a half back and midfielder scored more from play that the starting front six combined, will simply not be good enough.
For more, read 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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