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Cian on Sport podcast is set to explore sporting matters in Galway. Initially focusing on soccer, the past, present, and future of the game Corribside will be discussed in wide ranging interviews every week. Galway United and Galway WFC's development is on the agenda, while the extensive work being carried out by local clubs too will be examined. So many different stories need to be told. A passionate follower of many sports, Cian O'Connell intends to showcase what is happening on a local and national level every week.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield discusses Friday's vital SSE Airtricity League first division encounter against Cork City.
Galway WFC are at home to Cork in the WNL with boss Alan Murphy and defender Jamie Erickson interviewed ahead of the game.
New West United manager Emlyn Long also talks about the upcoming Galway FA premier division campaign.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield and Cobh Ramblers boss Shane Keegan discuss Friday's SSE Airtricity League first division encounter at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Galway United midfielder David Hurley is also interviewed about an exciting season.
United U19 coach Brendan O'Connor talks about a trip to England and the importance of developing players.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy previews Saturday's FAI Cup clash against Bohemians at Dalymount Park.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed ahead of another crucial SSE Airtricity League first division match against Waterford FC at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Galway WFC boss Alan Murphy previews Saturday's WNL encounter against Wexford Youths at Ferrycarrig Park.
Galway FA U16 coach Dave Silke discusses a new collaborative approach between the local association and Galway United. He also reflects on Colga FC's progress on and off the field of play.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield talks about an exciting SSE Airtricity League first division campaign that continues to unfold.
Galway United's 1991 FAI Cup winning boss Joey Malone reflects on a successful stint with the club.
On Friday United's 1991 heroes will be honoured at Eamonn Deacy Park with organising committee members John Byrne and Don Deacy discussing the event.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield discusses
Friday's SSE Airtricity League first division clash against Bray
Wanderers.
Galway WFC boss Alan Murphy reflects on last weekend's draw against
Athlone Town and how the WNL season is unfolding.
Knocknacarra U15 manager Gary Silke talks about a successful spell for
the club, who collected a premier division title on Saturday.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed.
Galway United supporters Julian Canny, Kenny Keady, and Stephen Connolly reflect on the opening half of the SSE Airtricity League first division season.
Ann Carr, from a famous footballing family in Galway, talks about the Gaynor Cup which is
taking place this week in UL.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy discusses Saturday's important WNL encounter against Athlone Town at Fahy's Field.
In this week's episode Galway United boss John Caulfield talks about Friday's
SSE Airtricity League loss to Cork City and Alex Murphy's move to
Newcastle United.
Salthill Devon stalwart Ollie Daniels reflects on Sunday's Connacht Junior Cup success and how the game can be developed in the west of Ireland.
Merlin Woods' Seán Dunleavy charts the development of the club during the past decade.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy discusses the WNL as his team prepares for a demanding
assignment away to Shelbourne at Tolka Park.
In this week's episode Galway United goalkeeper Conor Kearns and manager John Caulfield are interviewed ahead of Friday's eagerly anticipated SSE Airtricity League first division encounter against Cork City.
Salthill Devon's Vinny Faherty discusses Sunday's Connacht Junior Cup Final against Ballinasloe Town at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Galway Bohemians' Anthony Trill reflects on the progress being made at underage level by one of the traditional powers in the local game.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy talks about a highly competitive WNL season.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed about the SSE Airtricity League.
Eamonn Deacy Park groundsman Noel Connolly discusses an action packed spell at the venue.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy previews next Saturday's WNL encounter against Bohemians.
West United's William Grant and Dennis Lydon talk about an exciting season in the Galway FA premier division.
Knocknacarra FC manager Tony Knight looks ahead to Sunday's Connacht Junior Shield final against Westport United B.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed ahead of Friday's away SSE Airtricity League first division clash against Wexford FC.
Galway WFC boss Alan Murphy discusses the WNL as his team prepares for an Eamonn Deacy Park encounter against Treaty United on Saturday.
Renmore's Stuart Donoghue reflects on a successful promotion winning campaign in the Galway FA ensuring they will make a welcome return to premier division action next season.
West United U13 coach Philip McDonagh talks about the first juvenile trophy won by the club in three decades.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield talks about an encouraging weekend in the SSE Airtricity League.
United's in-form midfielder David Hurley is interviewed following Monday's 2-0 triumph over Longford Town at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Galway WFC boss Alan Murphy and captain Julie-Ann Russell discuss the 2022 WNL campaign.
Cregmore-Claregalway U18 coach Benny Fahy reflects on a fine Connacht Youth Cup final win over Maree-Oranmore.
There is a round-up of the Galway FA premier division and national
underage leagues action.
In this week's podcast former Galway United star Gerry Daly reflects on
his career.
Galway United captain Conor McCormack and manager John Caulfield
discuss the SSE Airtricity League.
Maree-Oranmore U21 captain Shane Cox talks about how the club is
developing.
There is also a round-up of local junior and national underage league
action.
In this week's episode Ricky O'Flaherty reflects on his sporting career.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy talks about Saturday's WNL loss to Shelbourne at Eamonn Deacy Park.
There is a round-up of national underage league and local junior action.
Galway United board member Emmett Hartigan discusses plans to develop a training facility at Mountain South.
United manager John Caulfield is also interviewed ahead of Friday's SSE Airtricity League first division clash against Bray Wanderers.
In this week's episode Tuam Celtic's Franny Fallon discusses football in the area and how the club is developing.
Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed about the SSE Airtricity League.
United supporters Julian Canny and Kenny Keady reflect on the opening round of fixtures in the first division ahead of Friday's important encounter away to Waterford FC.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy is interviewed ahead of Saturday's WNL clash against
champions Shelbourne at Eamonn Deacy Park.
There is also a round-up of local junior and national underage leagues action.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield and goalkeeper Conor Kearns discuss the SSE Airtricity League.
Galway WFC boss Alan Murphy reflects on an encouraging WNL win over Treaty United.
Salthill Devon coach Victor Collins talks about Sunday's hugely impressive FAI Junior Cup quarter-final victory against Wexford's North End United.
Craughwell United members outline developments taking place at the club.
In this week's episode Galway United boss
John Caulfield looks ahead to Friday's SSE Airtricity League First
Division encounter against Cobh Ramblers at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Ger
McGrath reflects on his involvement as a player, coach, and
administrator with Mervue United, the Galway FA and Connacht FA.
Galway
Bohemians' Aidan Naughton talks about the enjoyment gained from playing
junior football.
Brendan O'Connor, Galway United U19 and Maree-Oranmore
manager, discusses how the teams are faring.
The WNL is on the agenda
with Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy interviewed about the start of the
campaign.
There is a round-up of junior and national underage league
action.
In this week's episode former Galway United coach Lisa Fallon talks
about being involved with the club and her new role with FIFA.
Galway United boss John Caulfield discusses the SSE Airtricity League,
while defender Killian Brouder is interviewed following Friday's
important win over Athlone Town.
The Comer brothers proposed takeover bid is also debated ahead of next
Wednesday's special meeting of the Galway United Friends Cooperative.
Another guest, Galway United U17 manager Martin Devlin, is ecouraged
following a solid start to the campaign.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy reflects on an eventful WNL clash
against DLR Waves at Eamonn Deacy Park.
West United's William Grant previews the weekend's matches in the
Galway FA premier division.
There is also a round-up of national underage leagues action.
In this week's episode Galway United assistant manager Colin Fortune discusses the SSE Airtricity League. Kinvara United's Ger Ryan reflects on his involvement with the club and the Galway Football Association. Galway Hibernians' Lisa McCaffrey talks about a new initiative the club hopes to start with a tea and coffee morning organised for Friday with past players and supporters gathering in Bohermore. Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy previews Saturday's WNL encounter against DLR Waves at Eamonn Deacy Park. There is a round-up of the national underage leagues and local junior action.
In this week's episode Galway United defender Conor O'Keeffe and manager John Caulfield discuss an eventful opening to the SSE Airtricity League.
United supporter Tommy Shields talks about a fundraising venture carried out during the past week to support people from Ukraine.
Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy reflects on a satisfactory start to the WNL campaign.
Salthill Devon's Vinny Faherty is interviewed about a dramatic FAI Junior Cup last 16 penalty shootout triumph over Fairview Rangers.
There is a round-up of national underage leagues and local junior action.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield reflects on Friday's away SSE Airtricity League first division win away to Cork City and previews the upcoming home clash against Waterford FC.
Ahead of the WNL campaign Galway WFC boss Alan Murphy talks about Saturday's
opener away to Cork City at Turners Cross.
Joe Keating and Mike Rafferty pay tribute to John Tierney and Jimmy Ward, two great servants in Galway football, who passed away recently.
Galway United head of academy Johnny Glynn and Galway WFC's Alana Moran discuss the national underage leagues which commence at the weekend.
Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed ahead of Friday's
eagerly anticipated SSE Airtricity League first division fixture away
to Cork City at Turners Cross.
Long time United supporters Julian Canny, Kenny Keady, and Stephen
Connolly discuss the season.
Former United player, Gordon Brett, who is heavily involved with
Athlone Town also talks about the action.
Meabh De Burca, the 52 times capped Republic of Ireland international,
highlights the importance of remaining involved in sport.
In this week's episode Eamonn Deacy's greatness is remembered by former
colleagues and friends.
Former Aston Villa star Tony Morley recalls Deacy making an impact in a
title winning campaign.
Kevin Cassidy and Peter Carpenter reflect on Deacy's willingness to
help others with Galway United.
Neighbour John Byrne highlights Deacy's drive and determination to
eventually emerge as a professional footballer.
Don Deacy talks about his brother playing in England at the highest
level.
West United's William Grant and Mark O'Toole discuss Deacy's influence
in the area.
In this week's episode Michael Geary reflects on his involvement in
local football and the characters and players that helped to develop
the game in the west.
Salthill Devon manager Victor Collins discusses
Sunday's eagerly anticipated FAI Junior Cup fifth round clash against
Mervue United at Drom.
NUIG head coach Anthony O'Neill talks about the
Collingwood Cup.
Galway & District League U18 joint manager Ollie Neary
looks back on Saturday's Inter-League success over Wexford.
Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed ahead of Friday's pre-
season clash against Bohemians at Eamonn Deacy Park.
In this week’s episode Mervue United’s Declan McDonnell reflects on his involvement with the club since 1960. New Galway United signing Charlie Lyons discusses joining the SSE Airtricity League outfit. United boss John Caulfield also talks about Friday’s 2-0 friendly win over St Patrick’s Athletic at Lecarrow.
Galway United's Shane Doherty, who returned to the west of Ireland last
week dicusses his career in the SSE Aitricity League.
former Mervue and Galway United striker Enda Curran talks about
returning to the first division with Treaty United.
Galway Bohemians manager Gavin Greaney reflects on his association with
one of the traditional powers in local football.
An extract from The Old Galway Diary Podcast, Tom Kenny talks about the birth of soccer in Salthill
Former Galway United player Maurice Nugent, who recently moved to
London, discusses a productive stint in the SSE Airtricity League. Galway United manager
John Caulfield and attacker Francely Lomboto, who made a goalscoring return to action, reflect on Sunday's friendly win over Finn Harps.
Frank O'Connell fondly remembers Peter Mernagh, who sadly passed away last week. O'Connell talks about Mernagh's significant sporting contribution with Galway Rovers and West United.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield is interviewed about returning to pre-season training and the new signings recently made by the club.
Promising Annaghdown teenager Alex Murphy talks about performing in the SSE Airtricity League and his hopes for 2022.
Don O'Riordan discusses returning to the WNL as Treaty United's new boss.
In this week's episode John Byrne reflects on his long involvement in the game at local and national level.
West United's William Grant discusses the Galway FA premier division season so far and looks ahead to next month's FAI Junior Cup fifth round matches involving Athenry, Salthill Devon, and Mervue United.
New Galway WFC manager Alan Murphy talks about taking charge of the club ahead of the 2022 WNL campaign.
In this week's episode John Clery, former Galway FA chairman and Oscar
Traynor Cup winner in 1971, reflects on his involvement in football
Corribside.
Galway United captain Conor McCormack discusses the
potential that exists at the club ahead of the upcoming 2022 SSE
Airtricity League first division campaign.
In this week's episode Michael O'Connor, who has given distinguished service to Galway football for decades, reflects on his involvement as a player and coach.
Galway United U19 goalkeeper Conor Brann, who is also earning positive reviews as a referee in local underage fixtures, talks about taking charge of matches as a teenager.
West United defender Dennis Lydon, who remains a key player for William Grant's team, discusses the current Galway FA premier division.
In this week's episode Galway United manager John Caulfield discusses
the off SSE Airtricity League season challenges.
Cllr Mike Cubbard talks about the funding secured for local city clubs
in the Galway Football Association.
Galway United supporter and musician Eoin Dolan is interviewed about
his interest in domestic football.
In this week's episode Galway United U19 and Maree-Oranmore manager Brendan O'Connor talks about the improvement in local football.
Galway WFC U19 coach Phil Trill reflects on a memorable week for the club after securing a national league and cup double.
There is also a round-up of the weekend's Galway FA premier division action.
In this week's episode Galway United U14 manager Xavi Vazquez reflects on Saturday's national league final triumph over Shamrock Rovers.
It is a busy week for Galway WFC U19s, who are eager to secure a league and cup double with two important matches on the agenda. Manager Phil Trill and captain Hannah Walsh discuss the campaign.
There is a round-up of the Galway FA premier division action, while Galway United's SSE Airtricity League season is also discussed.
In this week's episode Vinny Faherty previews Galway United's SSE
Airtricity League first division play-off semi-final against Bray
Wanderers.
Galway United statistician Julian Canny reflects on previous play-off
encounters involving the club, while U14 coaches Jason Murphy and Gary
Traynor preview Saturday's league decider against Shamrock Rovers.
Mike Corbett reflects on his involvement in the game locally as a
player, coach, and administrator.
There is also a round-up of Galway FA premier division and national
underage action.
In this week's episode Galway United head of academy Johnny Glynn and
the Galway FA's Seán McGlynn explain the collaboration agreed by both
parties to help develop talent in the west of Ireland.
Galway FA Youth inter league team joint manager Ollie Neary reflects on Saturday's victory over Mayo.
It was a satisfactory weekend for Galway United's U14s culminating in a league quarter-final triumph over St Patrick's Athletic with Xavi Vazquez discussing how the team is developing.
Galway United first team head coach Lisa Fallon talks about the SSE Airtricity League.
There is a round-up of the Galway FA premier division and national underage action.
In this week's episode Galway FA chairman Tom Trill discusses an underage link up with Galway United, while also outlining a number of incidents that have taken place since the start of the season.
Galway United midfielder Gary Boylan talks about the SSE Airtricity League First Division campaign, while U17 manager Martin Devlin reflects on Saturday's Mark Farren Cup semi-final win over Shelbourne.
Republic of Ireland Women's U19 manager Dave Connell is interviewed about the upcoming UEFA European Championship qualifiers which feature Galway WFC's Therese Kinnevey, Shauna Brennan, Kate Slevin, and Nicole McNamara.
In this week's episode Salthill Devon midfielder Timmy Molloy talks about returning to his home club following a productive stint in the SSE Airtricity League with UCD and Galway United.
Mark Herrick reflects on his career with Galway United and Cork City, while also talking about Headrite Sports, a company focused on player welfare and skill improvement when heading footballs.
There is also a comprehensive round-up of national underage league and Galway FA premier division action.
This week's episode focuses on Galway WFC's FAI Cup semi-final away to
Shelbourne at Tolka Park.
Galway WFC manager Stephen Lally, who won an
FAI Cup 30 years ago, talks about how his team is improving.
Meabh De
Burca discusses returning to the WNL this season and how the club is
beginning to prosper.
Gary Fizgerald, manager of the Galway Football
Association's Gaynor Cup team, and a coach with Galway WFC U17s
reflects on his involvement in the game.
There is also a round-up of the
Galway FA premier division and national underage league action.
In this week's episode Republic of Ireland international Savannah McCarthy discusses Galway WFC's campaign in the WNL.
Galway United's Mikie Rowe, who scored during the SSE Airtricity League first division victory over UCD, talks about his career.
David Daly, a popular figure in Galway football, reflects on his involvement as a player, coach, and referee in the local game.
Next weekend's Galway FA premier division action is previewed, while there is a round-up of the national underage league games.
In this week's episode Galway United goalkeeper Conor Kearns discusses his career in the SSE Airtricity League.
Johnny Glynn, Galway United head of youth academy believes more emerging players from the region should earn international recognition.
Galway WFC youth development manager Phil Trill reflects on the progress being made at U17 and U19 level.
Damien Gormley, a garda based in Millstreet, talks about his enduring passion for Manchester United following three trips to watch the Red Devils in the past month.
There is also a comprehensive round-up of all the Galway FA premier division and national underage league action.
In this bonus podcast Galway United manager John
Caulfield talks about signing a new deal with the SSE Airtricity League
first division outfit.
Caulfield, who took charge of United, in August
2020 talks about the potential that exists in the west of Ireland and
his drive to improve the club further.
In this week’s episode Galway United’s American goalkeeper Luke Dennison reflects on a dramatic week in his career.
Former United captain Derek Rogers, who was a key figure in the 1997 League Cup triumph, talks about his sporting journey.
Galway WFC’s Becky Walsh discusses the WNL and how the club is developing ahead of next month’s FAI Cup semi-final.
There is also an in depth round up of the Galway FA premier division and national underage leagues action.
In this week's episode Chris Horgan reflects on his stint with Galway
United, while Galway WFC's Chloe Singleton discusses Saturday's crucial
FAI Cup quarter-final win over DLR Waves.
Mervue United's Shane Keogh talks about his football journey which
included playing in the SSE Airtricity League as a teenager.
Lisa Fallon and David Hurley are interviewed following Galway United's
vital first division triumph over Cabinteely.
There is also a round-up of national underage and local Galway FA
premier division action.
In this week's episode Galway WFC chairman Stephen Moran discusses the appointment of Ruth Fahy and how his father was involved in bringing League of Ireland football Corribside with Galway Rovers.
Former Galway United midfielder and current DLR Waves coach John
Sullivan reflects on his time at Eamonn Deacy Park ahead of Saturday's Women's FAI Cup quarter-final.
Stephen Folan and Marc Ludden pay tribute to Sam Oji, who sadly passed away at the weekend.
In this week's episode former Mervue and Galway United
midfielder Ollie Neary reflects on his career.
Joe Keating looks back on
his involvement in Galway football as a player, coach, and
administrator.
Knocknacarra FC's Gerry Carroll discusses how the club
has developed in recent years.
Galway WFC manager Stephen Lally talks
about the excellent 6-1 WNL victory over Cork City.
In this week's episode Galway United supporter David Snow talks about
his imminent journey from Boston to Lissywollen to watch John
Caulfield's team play against Athlone Town.
United defender Conor O'Keeffe reflects on Friday's crucial win over
Shelbourne at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Pat Spellman has made a significant contribution developing East United
and the Ballybane community in the city and discusses the importance of
sport.
Galway WFC attacker Lynsey McKey reflects on her career in the WNL and
the challenges ahead for Stephen Lally's squad.
In this week's episode Mervue United's Terry Flaherty discusses the
work being carried out by the progressive club on and off the field of
play.
Galway WFC's American midfielder Emma Starr talks about her interesting
sporting career after returning to Stephen Lally's squad in recent
weeks.
Former Galway United captain Nigel Keady, who currently works as a
regional manager for the FAI, talks about the development of the game.
In this week's episode Galway United board member Jonathan Corbett discusses the challenges of running a club in the SSE Airtricity League.
Current Shelbourne ladies team assistant manager Joey Malone, who guided Galway United to FAI Cup glory in 1991 reflects on that success.
New West United boss William Grant talks about the upcoming junior season.
MacDara stalwart Diarmuid Ó Céide discusses the development and history of the proud An Cheathrú based club.
In this week's episode Corrib Rangers chairman Olly Rafferty and new
manager Jimmy Jennings discuss the upcoming junior season.
Highly regarded local referee PJ Norman discusses the return to
juvenile and junior action.
Galway WFC's Ruth Fahy talks about returning to the WNL and the future
of the game in Ireland.
Galway United supporter Ronan Coleman reflects on his decades
supporting the SSE Airtricity League club through good times and bad.
In this week's episode Athenry manager Seamie Crowe talks about their recent success and his career which included a spell with Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Highly regarded coach Tom Lally discusses his successful sporting journey which featured a stint at Glasgow Celtic.
Galway United defender Maurice Nugent is interviewed about Friday's SSE Airtricity League first division draw against Bray Wanderers.
Galway FA chairman Tom Trill reflects on the completion of the junior and juvenile leagues locally.
In this week's episode Moycullen native John Russell, who is now Sligo
Rovers' assistant manager discusses his interesting career.
Galway United captain Conor McCormack reflects on Friday's important
SSE Aitricity League first division win over Cobh Ramblers.
Noel Connolly, Eamonn Deacy Park stadium manager, talks about working
at the Corribside venue for the past three decades.
Anthony O'Neill, Galway United's U15 manager, is interviewed regarding
the importance of developing underage talent.
In this week's episode Galway United head coach Lisa Fallon reflects on the SSE Airtricity League First Division season.
Cobh Ramblers defender Cian Murphy, who spent two seasons with United, gives a revealing insight into his career in the domestic game.
St Bernard's stalwart Darrel Finn discusses the proud Abbeyknockmoy club, who remain a respected club locally.
Galway United U14 manager Xavi Vazquez talks about moving from Spain to the west of Ireland.
LISA FALLON
Galway United head coach Lisa Fallon has forged a particularly interesting career. The highly regarded RTE analyst Fallon has previously worked with Cork City, Northern Ireland, Chelsea Ladies, and London City Lionesses.
CIAN MURPHY
Cork native Cian Murphy signed for Galway United in 2019 to play in the SSE Airtricity League. Now with Cobh Ramblers, Murphy made many friends during his time Corribside.
DARREL FINN
St Bernard's stalwart Darrel Finn continues to enjoy playing for the Abbeyknockmoy outfit. Finn's family has made a sterling contribution to sport in the area.
XAVI VAZQUEZ
Xavi Vazquez is the manager of Galway United's U14 team, who made an impressive start to the season with a win over St Patrick's Athletic.
In this week's episode Accrington Stanley's Séamus Conneely reflects on his interesting career.
Galway United U19 and Maree/Oranmore manager Brendan O'Connor discussing his playing days and coaching career.
West United defender Dennis Lydon and former Galway United striker Enda Curran talk about the Western Hygiene Supplies Premier Division.
SÉAMUS CONNEELY
Accrington Stanley Séamus Conneely has enjoyed a hugely productive footballing career. Connemara's Conneely made his Galway United debut in 2008 and has subsequently had spells with Sheffield United, Sligo Rovers, and Accrington.
BRENDAN O'CONNOR
Former Corrib Rangers and Galway United player Brendan O'Connor is now forging a successful coaching career. O'Connor currently manages Galway United's U19 team and is also in charge of Maree/Oranmore's outfit in the Western Hygiene Supplies Premier Division.
DENNIS LYDON
Dennis Lydon has been an influential player in the local game for the past couple of decades. Now with West United, Lydon previously played for East United and Galway Hibernians.
ENDA CURRAN
Enda Curran remains a passionate follower of junior football in the west. The former Galway United striker talks about the recent return of local football.
In this week's episode Republic of Ireland and Brighton & Hove Albion attacker Aaron Connolly discusses his career alongside his former Mervue United coaches Ollie Neary and Damien Brennan.
Galway FC new signing Julie Ann Russell, who is also a senior international, talks about returning to the west of Ireland.
Galway United Head of Academy Johnny Glynn looks forward to the return of SSE Airtricity League underage action.
Phil Trill, Galway WFC Youth Development Manager, is also preparing for a busy weekend.
AARON CONNOLLY
Aaron Connolly was a hugely promising youngster with Maree/Oranmore and Mervue United before making a switch to Brighton & Hove Albion. Connolly has subsequently featured for the Republic of Ireland senior international team and remains an exciting prospect in the Premier League.
OLLIE NEARY
Ollie Neary enjoyed a productive League of Ireland career with Galway United as an accomplished midfielder. In recent years Neary has helped to develop young talent with successful Mervue United outfits.
DAMIEN BRENNAN
Damien Brennan played for Galway United and was a highly regarded performer for Mervue United. During the past couple of decades Brennan has been a leading coach with Mervue's juvenile outfits.
JOHNNY GLYNN
The scorer of Galway United's FAI Cup winning goal in 1991, Johnny Glynn is involved with the club as Head of Academy and is also part of John Caulfield's backroom staff with the first team.
PHIL TRILL
Phil Trill is an emerging coach, who has assisted in the development of several excellent Galway WFC players. In his role as Youth Development Manager, Trill takes charge of Galway WFC's U17 and U19 sides in national competition which commence this weekend.
TOMMY SHIELDS
SHANE DOHERTY
OLLIE NEARY & GORDON BRETT
ENDA CURRAN &
WILLIAM GRANT
MARTIN DEVLIN
In this week's episode Bearna Na Forbacha Aontaithe's Niall Rooney explains how the club continues to develop.
Galway United co-op committee member Kenny Keady discusses the virtual ticket fundraiser for Friday's SEE Airtricity League First Division clash against Athlone Town at Eamonn Deacy Park.
Galway WFC Youth Development Manager Phil Trill talks about the importance of developing talent in the region and why the club is ready for a bright future.
NIALL ROONEY
From a famous Galway family, Niall Rooney has made a significant contribution to the development of local football in the region. Now heavily involved with Bearna Na Forbacha Aontaithe, Rooney continues to provide sterling service.
KENNY KEADY
Long time Galway United supporter Kenny Keady remains a passionate League of Ireland enthusiast. A committee member with the Galway United Friends Co-operative, Keady hopes the club can develop further in the coming years.
PHIL TRILL
Galway WFC Youth Development Manager Phil Trill is an emerging coach in the west of Ireland. Trill has been manager of successful Galway WFC Under 17 outfits in recent years.
In this week's episode former Galway United striker Vinny Faherty reflects on the start of the 2021 SSE Airtricity League season. Moycullen native Faherty also talks about his career in the League of Ireland game.
Maree/Oranmore's Martin Horgan discusses how the club is developing and recalls successful times during his teaching career at St Mary's College.
Football in the Galway & District League resumes next Monday with Corrib Rangers manager Dave Daly delighted about the return to action.
Paddy and William Grant
The Grant family remain crucial members of West United. Paddy Grant recovered from a long and serious battle with Covid-19 last year and has returned to good health. His son William is the driving force behind West United, who are managed by his brother Rodney.
Julian Canny
Long time Galway United supporter Julian Canny recently put a Galway United statistical archive together. Julian discusses his passion for the League of Ireland game, while also reflecting on United's past, present, and future.
Stephen Lally
New Galway WFC manager Stephen Lally talks about the potential that exists in the west of Ireland and how he is looking forward to working in the rapidly developing WNL.
In the fourth episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast former Galway United manager Don O'Riordan reflects on his spell in charge of the Tribesmen. O'Riordan also discusses the work being carried out by progressive local outfits Merlin Woods and Moyne Villa.
Salthill Devon chairman Pete Kelly talks about his involvement with the highly regarded club. As a player, coach, and administrator Kelly has been a key figure in Salthill Devon's success story.
In the third episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast Johnny Glynn, George Guest, and Tommy Shields reflect on a famous afternoon 30 years ago when Galway United claimed FAI Cup glory at Lansdowne Road on May 12, 1991.
Galway FA Chairman Tom Trill also discusses the imminent return to junior and juvenile action next month.
In the second episode of The Galway Advertiser's new sporting podcast the highly regarded coach Justin Neary reflects on preparing teams at every level of the game.
A brother of former Galway United midfielder, Ollie, Justin Neary has being a key figure in the development of several prominent footballers from the region, who have forged professional careers.
Local newsagent Paul O'Brien has supported Galway United since the 1980s and is currently writing a book: 'The President's Club'.
He discusses the wide ranging interviews being carried out and how the project is unfolding.
ABOUT THE GUESTS
JUSTIN NEARY
The highly regarded coach, Justin Neary, has helped to develop footballers throughout the past few decades in Galway.
Neary steered Galway United and Mervue United to national underage titles after a successful spell at local level with Renmore.
PAUL O'BRIEN
Paul O'Brien, who owns O'Briens newsagents in William Street, remains a loyal Galway United supporter.
Currently writing a book 'The President's Club', he discusses the approach being adopted with former managers and players to unearth stories about Galway United's past.