Leitrim to face either Offaly or Carlow in Tailteann Cup second round
Tailteann Cup: Depending on result agqainst Down, Leitrim either away to Offaly or home to Carlow They might not have played their first round game yet but Leit
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Hurlers heading to Croke Park after victory over Warwickshire books Leitrim's Lory Meagher Cup Final spot
LORY MEAGHER CUP: LEITRIM 1-18 WARWICKSHIRE 2-12 Leitrim hurlers are Croke Park bound after the Green & Gold booked their place in the Lory Meagher Cup Final th
Tailteann Cup – Rd 1
Our Senior footballers travel to Down to get their Tailteann Cup campaign underway. Tailteann Cup – Rd 1 | Leitrim Down | Sat, 16 – May, 6.00pm | Páirc Esler, N
Team Announcement – Lory Meagher Cup Rd 4
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Hurling panel has been named by manager Mike Wall for round 4 of the Lory Meagher Cup Best of luck to the team, Mike & his
Leitrim set for Saturday evening Tailteann Cup clash with Down
Tailteann Cup: First round clash set for Newry's Pairc Esler on Saturday May 16, at 6 pm Leitrim fans face a late return from Newry's Pairc Esler after the firs
Lory Meagher Cup – Rd 4
The Senior Hurlers will play Warwickshire at home in round 4 of the Lory Meagher Cup this Saturday. Lory Meagher Cup – Rd 4 | Leitrim Warwickshire | Sat, 9 – Ma
Homecoming for Leitrim boss Poacher as Green & Gold set to face Down in Tailteann Cup
Tailteann Cup: Leitrim on the road for first road Tailteann Cup game with Páirc Esler to host game on weekend of May 16-17 Steven Poacher won't have too far to
THE LAST POINT: A big step for Leitrim in the right direction
THE LAST POINT Sometimes there is a temptation to proclaim ‘I told you so’. It’d be easy to quote lines from this column last week to convey the impression that
Leitrim retain TG4 Connacht Intermediate with ruthless demolition of outclassed Roscommon
TG4 CONNACHT LGFA IFC FINAL: LEITRIM 4-18 ROSCOMMON 0-8 An imperious Leitrim banished the lingering memories of their defeat in the Division 4 Final when they s
Leitrim must wait to see Tailteann Cup opponents as Green & Gold are handed away tie
Tailteann Cup draw: Leitrim will face one from Cavan, Westmeath or Down depending on who reaches Provincial Finals Leitrim have been handed a potentially very t
Stevie's absolutely right, we need to believe in ourselves and keep pushing on - Leitrim's Oisin McLoughlin
Connacht SFC Semi-Final reaction: Leitrim star speaks of disappointment at not beating Galway and pride in lining out with Fenagh St Caillins contingent It is a
Devastated Poacher had sights set on Connacht title, not just Galway scalp
Connacht SFC Semi-Final reaction: Leitrim manager slams disrespectful punditry ahead of semi-final clash and sets sights on Tailteann Cup campaign Few people ma
Leitrim brought serious fight to the game says Galway's John Maher
Connacht SFC Semi-Final reaction: Galway captain feels Tribesmen have work to do ahead of Connacht Final after 1-20 to 2-12 victory over Leitrim Galway will tak
Regrets for defiant Leitrim as they push Galway to the limit in pulsating Connacht SFC Semi-Final
CONNACHT SFC SEMI-FINAL: LEITRIM 2-12 GALWAY 1-20 Leitrim players and fans must have felt they had split personalities on Saturday evening as their joy at pushi
Cumann na mBunscol Stars at Connacht Semi-Final
Well done to all the boys and girls who not only gave our Senior Footballers such a fantatsic welcome onto the pitch at yesterday's Connacht Semi-Final but also
Fans bask in sunshine as Leitrim test Galway to the limit in Connacht SFC Semi-Final - GALLERY
Connacht SFC Semi-Final picture special
THE LAST POINT: Stats & optimism clash ahead of Tribe quest
THE LAST POINT Nothing gets a county revved up quite like an unexpected championship win. I imagine anyone with a drop of Westmeath blood must feel about a foot
Nothing is impossible in sport as Leitrim's Poacher eyes Galway scalp
Connacht SFC Semi-Final preview: Green & Gold boss hopes semi-final victory will inspire young generation of Leitrim footballers Leitrim’s clash next Saturday w
Leitrim Senior Team – Connacht Semi-Final
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Football team has been named by manager Steven Poacher for the Semi-Final of the Connacht Championship Best of luck to the
Team Announcement – Lory Meagher Rd 3
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Hurling panel has been named by manager Mike Wall for round 3 of the Lory Meagher Cup Best of luck to the team, Mike & his
Leitrim have nothing to lose and everything to gain against Tribesmen
Connacht SFC Semi-Final preview: Galway start as strong favourites in Saturday's Semi-Final in Heartland Credit Union Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada For many, Leitrim
One change for Leitrim injured Gavin Reynolds ruled out for Galway clash in Connacht SFC Semi-Final
Connacht SFC Semi-Final: Ben Guckian replaced injured clubmate as Comer and Walsh named on bench for Galway Steven Poacher has named virtually an unchanged team
Team Announcement – Philly McGuinness Cup
Team Announcement The Leitrim U20 Football team has been named by manager Enda Lyons for The Philly McGuinness Cup. Best of luck to the team, Enda & his managem
PARTY LIKE IT IS 94 ALL OVER AGAIN - POACHER
Connacht Senior Championship Semi-Final preview: Leitrim boss calls for supporters to get behind Green & Gold on Saturday against Galway Steven Poacher has call
The Philly McGuinness Cup
Our U20’s will play Sligo for the Philly McGuinness Cup in Cloone this Friday. | Leitrim Sligo | Fri, 24 – Apr at 19:00 | St. Mary’s GAA Park, Cloone | Tickets
Lory Meagher Cup Rd 3
The Senior Hurlers will play Longford at home in round 2 of the Lory Meagher Cup this Sunday. Lory Meagher Cup – Rd 3 | Leitrim Longford | Sun, 26 – Apr 2pm | H
THE LAST POINT: Leitrim’s ecstasy & agony in Sligo and Birr
THE LAST POINT Wouldn’t you just know it – the first time in my years with the Observer that Willie Donnellan and myself aren’t covering a Leitrim Men’s champio
Connacht Senior Football Semi-Final
Our Senior Footballers take on Galway at home Saturday 25th. Please come out and show your support Connacht Championship – Semi-Final | Leitrim Galway | Sat, 25
Senior Hurling Team Announcement – Lory Meagher Rd 2
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Hurling panel has been named by manager Mike Wall for round 2 of the Lory Meagher Cup Best of luck to the team, Mike & his
Glencar Manorhamilton GAA club pay heartfelt tribute to the late Sean Boylan
Tribute: "A man whose lifelong dedication and service to our club leaves a legacy that will endure for generations" Glencar Manorhamilton GAA club have paid a h
Minor Team Announcement – Connacht Championship Rd5
Team Announcement The Leitrim Minor Football team has been named by managers Danny Beck and Ciarán Kennedy for round 5 of the Electric Ireland Connacht Minor Ch
This is the sort of win people will remember for 20 years – Poacher
Connacht SFC reaction: Captain Ryan O’Rourke targets consistency after emotional victory over Sligo Emotions were running high and the celebrations on the Marki
Annaduff Make History with Féile na nGael Triumph
Annaduff Make History with Féile na nGael Triumph They say third time’s the charm, and for Annaduff Handball Club that old saying rang true, as their third Féil
Leitrim U20 Team Announcement – Rd 5
Team Announcement The Leitrim U20 Football team has been named by manager Enda Lyons for round 5 of the Connacht U20 Championship. Best of luck to the team, End
Lory Meagher Cup Rd 2
The Senior Hurlers travel to Birmingham to take on Lancashire in round 2 of the Lory Meagher Cup this Sunday. Lory Meagher Cup – Rd 1 | Leitrim Monaghan | Sun,
Monaghan motor rally cancelled due to protest disruption
The Monaghan stages rally, a popular motorsport event on the Irish rallying calendar, was cancelled over the weekend due to protest-related disruption. The canc
Leitrim pool player excels at European 8 Ball Pro Championships
A competitive pool player from Leitrim competed at the European 8 Ball Pro Championships in Malta over the weekend. Despite their team losing in the semi-finals
Leitrim pool player shines at European 8-ball championships in Malta
A competitive pool player from Leitrim competed at the European 8-ball pro championships in Malta over the weekend. The player's team was defeated in the semi-f
1994 Connacht final victory remains vivid memory for Leitrim keeper
A Leitrim goalkeeper reflects on the historic 1994 Connacht final victory under manager John O'Mahony, when Leitrim defeated Mayo at Hyde Park. The player credi
Éir Bhaithéil gaining popularity in Leitrim with professional tour expansion
Pool (Éir Bhaithéil) has evolved significantly from a pub game to a sport with professional players and an organised tour structure. Leitrim has a particularly
1994 Connacht championship victory remembered through John O'Mahony's legacy
A former Leitrim goalkeeper reflects on the historic 1994 Connacht championship win under manager John O'Mahony, when Leitrim beat Mayo at Hyde Park. The victor
Leitrim pool scene thriving with premier leagues and national tournaments
Pool (8-ball) is experiencing significant popularity in Leitrim, with multiple pub leagues, a Premier League, and hosting of Irish ranking events and tournament
Connacht U17 Connacht Championship Rd 5
Our U17’s take on Sligo in the final round of the Connacht Championship #ElectricIreland – Connacht Championship – R5 | Leitrim Sligo | Fri, 17 – Apr, 19:00 | H
St. Nete's College vs Granard: All-Ireland Senior B Football Final
St. Nete's College from Ballymahon is competing against Granard in the All-Ireland College Senior B Football Championship final at Páirc Sheáin Uí Escreoláin in
St Nete's College vs Granard: All-Ireland Senior B Football Final
St Nete's College from Ballynamore faced Granard in the All-Ireland College Senior B Football Championship final at Park Shaw. Early in the match, St Nete's too
Longford Smashers volleyball club eyes division one promotion
Longford Smashers volleyball club, based at St. Mary's Community Centre in Edgeworthstown, is on the brink of promotion to division one after six years of compe
Longford Smashers eye promotion to volleyball division one
The Longford Smashers volleyball club, based at St. Mary's Community Centre in Edgeworthstown, are on the verge of promotion to division one after their women's
Longford Minor Football Team Contests All-Ireland Final Against Dublin
Longford's minor football team is competing in an All-Ireland minor football final against Dublin at O'Connor Park. This is Longford's first minor final since 2
Longford Marathon sells out ahead of event, entries up 40-50%
The Longford Marathon, now in its 22nd year of organisation, has experienced record-breaking demand with entries selling out well ahead of the event. Organiser
Running sport boom drives Longford Marathon record participation
The explosive growth in the Longford Marathon's participation is being driven by a broader surge in running as a popular sport across Ireland. Local running clu
Longford Rugby participation surges from 60 to 400 kids in years
Aegon Clarke, Community Club Rugby Officer (CCRO) with Longford Rugby, has overseen a dramatic increase in youth participation through school outreach programs.
Simon Easterby linked with Wales coaching role post-Six Nations
There is speculation that Simon Easterby, who is understood to be resident in Wales, may be approached for the Wales rugby coaching position following this Six
Sam Prendergast praised for clutch performance in Six Nations debut
Ireland rugby player Sam Prendergast received praise for his performance in his first Six Nations match, particularly in the second half after tactical adjustme
14-year-old Joe Shannon plays World No. 23 in Snooker Shootout
Longford snooker prodigy Joe Shannon, 14, became the youngest Irish player to compete in a professional snooker match at the Snooker Shootout, facing World No.
Longford Marathon celebrates 22 years with record entries
The Longford Marathon, now in its 22nd year, has sold out ahead of the event with entries up 40-50% compared to previous years. Organiser Fiona Fennell credits
Longford Rugby grows from 60 kids to 400 through school programmes
Aegon Clarke, a CCRO (Community Coach Rugby Outreach) with Longford Rugby, has overseen a dramatic expansion of youth participation in the sport. Through a stru
14-year-old Longford snooker star takes on World No. 23
Joe Shannon, a 14-year-old snooker player from Longford, became the youngest Irish player to compete in a professional match when he faced World No. 23 Robert W
Ireland Women's Football Team Eyes World Cup Finals Spot in Prague
The Irish women's football team is playing a crucial World Cup qualifier against Czech Republic in Prague today, with kickoff at 7:45 PM. A win would bring them
Clanagal leads St. Barry's in Roscommon junior A final
St. Barry's and Clanagal are competing in the Roscommon GAA junior A football championship final at Dr. Hyde Park. At the 15-minute mark of the first half, Clan
Ireland Women's Football Team Faces Czech Republic in World Cup Qualifier
Ireland's women's football team is playing Czech Republic in Prague today in a crucial World Cup qualifier. A win would bring Ireland two victories away from qu
Roscommon Junior A Football Final: Clanegale vs St. Barry's
Live coverage of the Roscommon Junior A Football Championship final at Dr. Hyde Park in Roscommon between Clanegale and St. Barry's. At the 15-minute mark of th
Local runner represents Ireland at World Mountain Running Championships
A runner from the Shannonside FM coverage area competed for Ireland at the 2023 World Mountain Running Championships in Austria, completing an 85km race with 6,
Irish trail runner dominates CCC race in Chamonix Alps
A local ultra-runner competed in the prestigious CCC (Courmayeur-Champex-Chamonix) race, a 104km mountain race across France, Italy, and Switzerland that is con
Runner competed in CCC ultra-race across France, Switzerland and Italy
A local trail runner has competed in the CCC (Courmayeur Champé Chamonix) race, a renowned 104km ultra-distance trail running event that crosses Courmayeur in I
Monaghan Wins Ulster Cup After 25-Year Wait
Monaghan claimed the Ulster Cup in 2013, ending a 25-year drought since their last victory in 1988. The victory was particularly emotional given that members of
Monaghan wins Anglo-Celt Cup for first time since 1988
Monaghan GAA claimed the Anglo-Celt Cup in 2013, ending a 25-year drought since their previous victory in 1988. The achievement was particularly poignant as Eug
Limerick hurler looks ahead to All-Ireland semi-final clash
A Limerick hurler reflects on winning the Munster final and discusses preparation for the upcoming All-Ireland semi-final on July 7th at Croke Park. He discusse
14-year-old Joe Shannon plays professional snooker against world number 23
Joe Shannon from Leitrim became the youngest Irish player to compete in a professional snooker match when he faced world number 23 Robert Milkins at the Snooker
Carlow edge out defiant and battling Leitrim after another titanic extra time struggle in Lidl LGFA NFL Division 4 Final
LIDL LGFA NFL DIVISION 4 FINAL: CARLOW 3-13 LEITRIM 4-9 (AFTER EXTRA-TIME) Resilience and courage in abundance that saw them take a dramatic Lidl LGFA NFL Divis
THE LAST POINT: A chance to make a statement
THE LAST POINT This column was going to have the heading “Two into one won't go” as the ludicrous clash of Leitrim's Mens and Ladies teams next Sunday grows eve
Connacht U20 Championship Rd 5
Our U20’s travel to Roscommon for the final round of the Connacht Championship Dalata Hotel Group – U20 Connacht Championship – R5 | Leitrim Roscommon | Wed, 15
Longford Smashers aim for volleyball promotion after six years
Longford Smashers Volleyball Club, based at Sandmars Community Center in Edgeworthstown, is competing for promotion to division one for the first time in their
Longford Minor Football Team Faces Dublin in Leinster Final
Longford's minor football team is competing against Dublin in the Leinster Minor Football Final at O'Connor Park. This is a significant occasion for the young L
Longford Rugby Growing Youth Numbers Through School Programme
Aegon Clarke, a Community Coach Rugby Representative (CCRR) working with Leinster Rugby, discussed how Longford rugby has grown youth participation from 60-70 c
Pool gaining popularity beyond pubs with professional tours and world championships
Pool has evolved significantly from a casual pub game to include professional tours, world championships, and structured competitive leagues across Ireland. The
Superb Leitrim shock Sligo for first Connacht SFC win over Yeatsmen since 2011
CONNACHT SFC: SLIGO 1-20 LEITRIM 3-15 Leitrim defeated Sligo in the Connacht Senior Championship for the first time since 2011, with a narrow win, in a gripping
Limerick hurler reflects on Monster Final victory and All-Ireland semi-final preparation
A Limerick hurling player discusses their team's dominant performance in the Munster Final against Clare, contrasting it with their narrow escape in the round-r
A tale of two halves as Leitrim left demoralised by Roscommon second string
ELECTRIC IRELAND CONNACHT MFC: ROSCOMMON 1-13 LEITRIM 0-2 A tough evening for football with strong winds and driving rain but for a young Leitrim team, Friday’s
Hurlers show resilience and guts to hold off stubborn Monaghan challenge in Lory Meagher Cup
LORY MEAGHER CUP: LEITRIM 2-13 MONAGHAN 2-9 Leitrim got their Lory Meagher Cup campaign off to a winning start in Heartland Credit Union Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada
Ryan itching to get back into action as he eyes Leitrim performance against Sligo
Connacht SFC preview: Leitrim captain wants to see more consistency and resilience as they take on Sligo Righting the wrongs from the end of the League campaign
Beating Sligo would be a remarkable day for Leitrim reckons Steven Poacher
Connacht SFC preview: Green & Gold boss aware of county's record against Sligo but aware of scale of the challenge in Markievicz Park The evenings are getting m
Progress is slow but Ryan sees success coming for Leitrim
Connacht SFC preview: Leitrim captain looks to the past for inspiration for current generation ahead of Sligo clash on Sunday Hard to believe but Ryan O’Rourke
Leitrim Senior Football Team Announcement
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Football team has been named by manager Steven Poacher for the Quarter Final of the Connacht Championship Best of luck to t
Leitrim Senior Hurling Team Announcement – Lory Meagher Rd 1
Team Announcement The Leitrim Senior Hurling panel has been named by manager Mike Wall for round 1 of the Lory Meagher Cup Best of luck to the team, Mike & his
Kiltubrid's Jack Foley to start for New York against Roscommon as Sligo name team to take on Leitrim
Connacht SFC: Kiltubrid's Jack Foley named as wing-back for Big Apple clash on Sunday evening The Roscommon jerseys will be very familiar but Kiltubrid and Leit
Sligo's Sloyan expects tough battle against Leitrim as league positions mean nothing in championship derbies
Connacht SFC preview: Sligo host Leitrim in Markievicz Park on Sunday April 12, at 3pm Dessie Sloyan has experienced too many battles with Leitrim to expect any
Good people as important as good footballers if Leitrim are to reach new heights - Poacher
Connacht SFC preview: Leitrim manager stresses importance of work done away from pitch in progressing players You don’t have to spend too long in the company of
Poacher hands out four debuts as Leitrim name team to face Sligo in Connacht SFC
Connacht SFC: U20 contingent who played against Mayo on Wednesday named on bench for clash in Markievicz Park on Sunday (3 pm throw-in) Leitrim manager has hand
Lyons frustrated by Leitrim turnovers but agrees Mayo are a class act
Dalata Hotels Connacht U20 FC reaction: Green & Gold boss laments turnovers and stresses Leitrim have work to do to compete with the likes of Mayo at U20 level
Leitrim Minor team announcement – Rd 4
Team Announcement The Leitrim Minor Football team has been named by managers Danny Beck and Ciarán Kennedy for round 4 of the Electric Ireland Connacht Minor Ch
Awesome Mayo brush aside outclassed Leitrim in Dalata Hotels Connacht U20 FC
DALATA HOTELS CONNACHT U20 FC: LEITRIM 1-12 MAYO 3-21 An impressive Mayo ended Leitrim’s slim hopes of making the playoff stages of this year’s Dalata Hotels Co
U20 Team Announcement – Connacht Championship Rd 4
Team Announcement The Leitrim U20 Football team has been named by manager Enda Lyons for round 4 of the Connacht U20 Championship. Best of luck to the team, End