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Suns break Clippers' hearts in Game 2 with last-second alley-oop
Phoenix open up 2-0 lead in Western Conference finals.
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Jun 23rd 2021, 8:20 AM
Connacht's 2016 day in the sun 'a celebration' that began long before kick-off
The western province were magnificent in Murrayfield.
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Apr 25th 2020, 8:45 AM
Four-goal Galway beat Roscommon to claim second straight Connacht U20 title
Tomo Culhane, Jonathan McGrath, Ryan and Cian Monahan netted one apiece as the Tribe comfortably saw off Roscommon.
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Mar 7th 2020, 3:37 PM
Carty happy to 'fit back in' with Connacht while he moves behind Elwood on all-time chart
The recently-capped international returned to Connacht colours in style.
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Mar 25th 2019, 8:24 AM
'I'm not a believer in sad stories' - Reidy's Galway kingpins braced for fiery Carnacon rematch
Kilkerrin-Clonberne look to exact sweet, sweet revenge on the holders in this weekend’s Connacht decider.
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Nov 1st 2018, 7:30 AM
Awesome Aki and Carty class ensures Connacht dominate Scarlets
Tries from Tom Farrell, Cian Kelleher and Niyi Adeolokun gave Connacht their second win of the season.
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Sep 22nd 2018, 7:09 PM
Seven-try Connacht rout Leinster on fitting farewell bash for John Muldoon
The retiring captain even kicked a conversion in a record Connacht win over their rivals to the east.
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Apr 28th 2018, 5:15 PM
'I’m proudest of being a one-club man, staying here when there were a lot of dark clouds'
The Connacht captain will play his last game for his province this weekend before taking up a coaching role in Bristol.
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Apr 25th 2018, 1:01 AM
Knee injury will keep Steph Curry out of early playoff games
The brilliant guard sprained his MCL after returning from an ankle knock.
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Mar 26th 2018, 8:48 AM
O'Halloran targeting more Test caps as a Connacht man after November omission instilled doubt
The brilliant fullback was linked with moves outside his home province that, in theory, might have improved his chance of challenging for Ireland honours.
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Jan 5th 2018, 6:31 AM
'He's in great nick': KK backs Aki to shine at 12 for Ireland
The Kiwi also had words of consolation for Tiernan O’Halloran after his omission.
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Oct 31st 2017, 7:46 AM
'We didn't fire a shot': Another Connacht loss leaves Keane short of words
But deep in thought.
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Sep 23rd 2017, 6:31 PM
Blunt first half paves way for late suffering as Cardiff win in Galway
Darragh Leader’s try and brilliant conversion in the second half looked set to give Connacht a hard-fought win until Willis Halaholo popped up.
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Sep 23rd 2017, 5:25 PM
Connacht quartet come through return unscathed, but Ronaldson may sit out next week
Tiernan O’Halloran returned from Ireland camp just in time to replace the centre.
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Nov 26th 2016, 4:02 PM
Castlebar Mitchels ease to victory to set up dream Connacht SFC semi-final
The Mayo champions were too good for Tourlestrane of Sligo at Markievicz Park this afternoon.
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Nov 5th 2016, 4:12 PM
Sligo snatch sensational stoppage-time winner against Galway in the Connacht derby
Dave Robertson’s side edge past the Tribesman at the Showgrounds.
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Aug 27th 2016, 9:49 PM
4 Ireland U20s welcomed into Connacht academy
Dubliner Adam Leavy has also take up residence in Galway.
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Jul 18th 2016, 3:24 PM
Codyre kicks The Jes to Connacht Senior Cup success
Two tries from Michael O’Neill were not enough to tip the balance Garbally’s way.
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Mar 16th 2016, 4:25 PM
Galway boss Dunne hails influence of 'inspirational guy' Pat Lam ahead of fresh start to season
The Connacht head coach has lended his voice to helped Galway United prepare for the new campaign.
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Mar 3rd 2016, 6:30 AM
Ireland release Henshaw, Bealham and Dillane for Connacht's vital clash with Scarlets
Liam Williams is back for the league-leading Scarlets’ trip to Galway.
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Jan 29th 2016, 12:26 PM
Henshaw at fullback as AJ MacGinty prepares to make Connacht debut from the bench
All aboard. This is Connacht’s last stop before the 12,000 KM round trip to Krasnoyarsk.
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Nov 5th 2015, 12:32 PM
Here's how Dublin turned the tide in 15 mad minutes against Mayo
An absolutely brilliant goal from the Mayo forward.
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Sep 5th 2015, 6:16 PM
Connacht install new attack coach, but have 4 injury worries before start of new season
Pat Lam’s centre options for the opening month of the season have taken a hit.
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Sep 1st 2015, 5:46 PM
'As long as the hunger is there, I'll keep playing on' -- John Muldoon
The Connacht captain’s current contract ends at the end of the season, but he intends on signing a new one.
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Aug 21st 2015, 12:05 AM
Mayo hammer Sligo by 26 points to complete Connacht five-in-a-row
Aidan O’Shea was untouchable, claiming a hat-trick in the provincial decider rout.
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Jul 19th 2015, 5:37 PM
Connacht's half-century and the rest of the Pro12 action you missed because the Six Nations was on
There’s only so much rugby you can fit into a weekend. So here’s some bonus Monday footage.
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Mar 2nd 2015, 9:12 PM
Boxing and bear crawls behind him, Jake Heenan ready to put his shoulder to the wheel
The Kiwi openside has come through two extensive runs to recovery, so knows plenty about shoulder rehab.
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Feb 13th 2015, 6:00 AM
Henshaw and Marmion combined for this glorious Connacht try against Munster
After going 13 – 0 down early on, this try ignited the Sportsground.
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Jan 1st 2015, 6:28 PM
Why you should spend your St Stephen's Day watching inter-provincial rugby
Get yourself out of the house and into some of sport’s great rivalries.
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Dec 25th 2014, 10:00 PM
Here's your 'Bundee Aki is a Beast' Pic of the Day
Connacht had Leinster on the back foot in the first half in the RDS.
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Dec 19th 2014, 8:31 PM
Danie Poolman on the double as five-try Connacht maul Bayonne
Pat Lam’s men stretched their unbeaten run in Galway to seven games.
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Dec 6th 2014, 7:00 PM
'Ultimate Connacht Man' John Muldoon named captain for new season
It was the job of at least three men last season, but John Muldoon will do it all by himself this time around.
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Aug 12th 2014, 1:49 PM
5 reasons Gavin Duffy will be a valuable addition to the Mayo senior footballers
The ex-Connacht captain may be the wrong side of 30, but he’s still got what it takes to excel.
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May 15th 2014, 1:44 PM
One of their own: Connacht appoint ex-fullback Willie Ruane as new CEO
Ruane, who represented his province and Galwegians in the 1990s, will take over in the summer after 15 years in the banking sector.
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May 8th 2014, 3:28 PM
Here's your 'perk of being a rising international star' pic of the day
Two Irish backs have got some new wheels, and they’re not afraid to show it.
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Feb 21st 2013, 5:36 PM
VIDEO: 'Our lads have their heads screwed on' - Dillon
The Mayo forward had barely left the field at Croke Park before honing in on his next visit.
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Sep 3rd 2012, 4:31 PM
Dublin v Mayo, All Ireland semi-final
We went minute-by-minute Mayo as set out to upset the odds.
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Sep 2nd 2012, 3:31 PM