Starting a new job isn’t easy. In that case, starting a new job, in conjunction with the formation of a brand-new football team, certainly isn’t a cakewalk either. Yet, for Phil Trill, the newly-appointed manager of the newly-founded Galway United Women’s FC, this job is the culmination of years of hard work. The nerves, if there are any, are an afterthought. His … [Read more...] about New Team, New Manager: Phil Trill’s Journey to Managing Galway United WFC
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My life in student journalism: “Challenge the wrongdoings you see”
The University of Galway, or University College Galway as it was then known, has played an important role in my life both as student and as a university teacher. The 1960s were an exciting time to be a student and I took an active part in student life, serving as President of UCG Students’ Union and also as Auditor of the Literary and Debating Society in 1964-65, having served … [Read more...] about My life in student journalism: “Challenge the wrongdoings you see”
Olympian Fiona Murtagh – the road to success
Back in 2020 Fiona Murtagh and her crew made history by coming home with the bronze medal in the coxless four at the Tokyo Olympics. With Paris 2024 just around the corner, she is determined to make sure she’s in with a chance of coming away with even more Olympic glory. The Moycullen woman first started rowing back in 2009 after being introduced to the sport by her twin … [Read more...] about Olympian Fiona Murtagh – the road to success
Abracademics! Keith Barry on Galway, student life and work ethic
The University of Galway could at times be described as a magical place. For Keith Barry, a science graduate of what was then NUI Galway, turned world-renowned hypnotist and magician, that much rings true. Since leaving college at the tail-end of the 1990s, Keith has gone on to achieve global superstardom; from selling out shows across the globe to working on blockbuster … [Read more...] about Abracademics! Keith Barry on Galway, student life and work ethic
Dylan meets … Damien Comer
Damien Comer (Galway Senior Football Player 2014 – present) Damien Comer plays senior football with Annaghdown and Galway. He made his senior debut for the county team in 2014 against London in the Connacht Football Championship. He has won three provincial titles and is an All-Star nominee this year. He was also a University of Galway Bachelor of Science student between … [Read more...] about Dylan meets … Damien Comer