University of Galway Sport

Nice to see Nathan getting a mention. 💪💪👏

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🏀FRESHERS BASKETBALL 🏀

FRIDAY 12 Noon -1.45. Men & Women.
Venue: Kingfisher.
Bring a white and black practice top.
IMPORTANT. Remenber to register for Basketball on the club portal and on the Kingfisher App.

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University of Galway’s Kara McCleane has been selected on the Ireland women’s squad for their Summer Series clash with Norway on Saturday week (26th July 2025).

Tip-off at the National Basketball Arena is 4pm; followed by the men’s match between the same countries at 7pm

Well done to everyone involved 🎉🎉♥️🏑 University of Galway Sport

We are seeking supporters to join us!

If you are interested in learning more about how you can support the thriving sports programme at the University of Galway please feel free to contact us.

We have over 40 sports clubs in the University of Galway with thousands of students engaged in sport on a regular basis. We have great opportunities for alumni and businesses to support individual athletes, teams and clubs to help realize our ambitions.

🌟 Fiona Murtagh takes on the 2025 European Rowing Championships! 🛶

We are thrilled to announce that Fiona Murtagh, a University of Galway MBA alumna and member of the University of Galway Rowing Club, has been selected to represent Ireland in the Women’s Singles (W1x) at the 2025 European Rowing Championships, taking place from May 29th to June 1st in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. This will be Fiona’s first time racing in this category at an international regatta, marking a new chapter in the Olympic cycle.

Fiona’s career in rowing has been marked by numerous milestones and historic achievements. She was part of the Women’s Four that secured a historic bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, marking Ireland’s first-ever Olympic medal in women’s rowing. Fiona began her rowing journey in 2009 at Galway Rowing Club, following in the footsteps of her twin brother, Alan, and later earned a rowing scholarship to Fordham University.

Some key highlights of Fiona’s career:
🥉 Bronze in the Four at the 2020 European Rowing Championships
🥈 Silver at the same event the following year
🏅 In 2023, Fiona and Aifric Keogh finished 4th at the World Rowing Championships, securing Olympic qualification

Fiona became a two-time Olympian at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she and Aifric Keogh finished 8th in the Women’s Pair event.

As Fiona prepares for the 2025 European Rowing Championships, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and wish her the best of luck. Her dedication, both as an athlete and an academic, continues to inspire us all.

🌊 Water Safety Awareness Week 🌊
Join us for a Public Water Safety Information Day on Saturday, May 24th from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Blackrock, Salthill!

As part of National Water Safety Awareness Week, we’re raising awareness about how to safely enjoy the water. Expect:
✅ Expert safety demonstrations
✅ Fun, family-friendly activities
✅ Practical water safety tips
✅ Partner stands from the Irish Coast Guard, Galway Fire Service, An Garda Síochána, and more!

Our message this year: “Enjoy the Water, Respect the Risk”. Simple knowledge and good habits can save lives. 🛟

FREE to attend! Bring your family and friends to learn how to stay safe around water.

More info: watersafety.ie/awarenessweek/
Follow: Water Safety Ireland

🏃‍♀️ Sporting for All: University of Galway Athletics Club 🏃‍♂️

The Athletics Club is at the heart of the Sporting for All initiative — and it's easy to see why! With nearly 230 members, this inclusive, social club is built around sprint and distance training, with a place for every pace and ability.

✅ 3 structured sessions per week
✅ Train for competition or just for fun
✅ No pressure — run to feel good, stay fit & make friends
✅ Supportive team atmosphere and great energy at training
➕ Plus: opportunities to explore long jump, high jump, race walking & more!

Whether you're chasing speed or stamina — or just want to be part of a great community — this club is for you.

🏊 Sporting for All – University of Galway Swimming & Water Polo Club

Whether you’re a complete beginner or chasing national times, the Swimming & Water Polo Club has a place for you! With almost 200 members, it offers:

✅ Learn to Swim lessons for beginners
✅ Fitness squads for casual, fun training
✅ Racing squads for elite competitors
✅ Weekly training in the Kingfisher pool
✅ A vibrant, supportive, and social atmosphere!

This club perfectly embodies the Sporting for All spirit — an initiative celebrating clubs that make sport inclusive, fun, and welcoming for everyone. Come train, make friends, and build confidence in the water!

🚣‍♂️ Sporting for All: Kayak Club at University of Galway 🌊

Part of the Sporting for All initiative, the Kayak Club is a welcoming space for paddlers of all experience levels — from absolute beginners to seasoned kayakers. 🛶

✅ Weekly beginner sessions
✅ Pool sessions for skill-building and certification
✅ Trips to Castleconnell, Tuam, and the River Corrib
✅ Social events and talks to help new members settle in
✅ All gear provided — keeping it low-cost and accessible!

Their mission? To get as many people out on the water as possible — no experience needed!