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Galway Bay fm - Sports

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Galway United
Kilkenny
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Hurling
Horse Racing
Wexford
Camogie
Gaelic Football
Cork
Limerick
Galway, Ireland
Connacht Rugby
Peamount United
Galway Bay FM
Leinster Minor Hurling Championship
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Boxing
Championship
Leinster Championship

Galway Bay FM Sports team brings the best in local, national and international sport seven days a week. With live commentaries, reports and features throughout the day brought to you by a sports team passionate about local sport and those who take part in it. Whether it be the exploits of Galway’s inter-county teams or those vital club games, Galway Bay FM thrives to bring the listener the highs a... more

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Latest Episodes

SOCCER: Galway United manager John Caulfield with Galway Bay FM's Mike Rafferty after their FAI Cup penalty shoot-out win over Bray Wanderers

SOCCER: Galway United vs Bray Wanderers (FAI Cup penalty shoot-out with Mike Rafferty and Derek Rogers)

For the third time in four seasons, Galway United are through to the quarter-finals of the Club Orange Men's FAI Cup after a dramatic penalty shoot-out victory over Bray Wanderers in Eamonn Deacy Park on Friday (14th August 2026).

Things appeared to... more

It's moving weekend in the Bon Secours Senior Football Championship with eight games taking place in four double headers across Saturday and Sunday (15th & 16th August 2026).

Pearse Stadium is the first on Saturday with St. James' against Oughterard... more

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Recent Guests

Louise Creaven
Professional boxer originally from Kilimer, now living on the Gold Coast, Australia.
Episode: Louise Creaven
John Shortt
European champion swimmer
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Episode: John Shortt
John Mullarkey
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Craig Hansberry
Head coach, Connacht women's team
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Episode: RUGBY: Connacht head coach Craig Hansberry with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their women's interprovinical opener against Ulster
Clara Barrett
Connacht Rugby fullback
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Episode: RUGBY: Connacht full back Clara Barrett with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their interprovincial opener against Ulster
Aoibheann Reilly
Connacht Rugby captain
Connacht Rugby
Episode: RUGBY: Connacht co-captain Aoibheann Reilly with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their interprovincial opener against Ulster
Gary Plummer
Athlete attempting the 16 km open-water swim to raise funds for Galway Autism Partnership
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Episode: Gary Plummer Swim For GAP
Leanne Cohn
The Galway Bay FM player of the match
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Episode: The Full Time Whistle - 2nd August 2026
Kate Gerrity
Captain of Galway, lifted the trophy
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Host

William Davies
Host of Galway Bay FM Sports; host of sports segments

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Bon Secours

    How is it possible that the Bon Secours is allowed to sponsor the Galway SFC while there are babies buried in a septic system on their former grounds in Tuam.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mick777767
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent Show

    This is a great show. Awesome for us Galway fans that are across the world. Especially love the commentary for the Footy games as I can’t watch live due to work and the time zone difference. 🍻

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    CaptainVis
    Canada3 years ago

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Hosts deliver accessible, engaging post-match analysis and lively panel discussions.
The show is a solid resource for Galway fans abroad seeking local sports insights.
A sponsor controversy is mentioned by one reviewer, which could color sponsor considerations.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of Galway sports coverage and live commentaries.

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#215
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RUGBY: Connacht full back Clara Barrett with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their interprovincial opener against Ulster
Q: When did you start training for this period?
We started back in June, with a few weeks of preparation, a short break in July to reset, and then continued training to stay sharp.
CAMOGIE: Galway vice-captain Dervla Higgins with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of their All-Ireland senior final against Cork
Q: What do you take from last year's final that you'll apply to this year's game against Cork?
Treat it as a new game, learn from previous experiences, and focus on performance and work rate to secure a positive outcome in the All-Ireland final.
CAMOGIE: Galway vice-captain Dervla Higgins with Galway Bay FM's Darren Kelly ahead of their All-Ireland senior final against Cork
Q: How has the team evolved since last year, and what changes have helped you get back to a final?
The squad has grown stronger with more game time for players and a flexible approach from Cahill, trying different combinations to keep the defense solid and ensure readiness for the final.
Ciara Hickey
Q: Tell us a little bit about the conditions in the first half and how the breeze affected the game.
The team anticipated the breeze and believed if they stayed competitive at half-time they could push harder after the break, which they did to turn the game in their favor.
Rosmuc's Antoine Óg Ó Mainín Reflects On His Recent Professional Win
Q: What does the win mean for your future plans?
It opens the door to two more fights this year, with hopes to stay active on the November card and potentially another bout before year-end.

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Local sports fans tune in for comprehensive coverage of Galway-area Gaelic games, boxing, horse racing, and related community sports. Episodes routinely feature match analysis, post-game interviews, live commentary, and racing previews, with a strong emphasis on Galway teams, local clubs, and community events. The show is likely to stand out for its cross-sport panel discussions, accessible insights for casual fans, and deep dives into regional sports narratives, making it a good fit for listeners who want both context and color from a Galway sports ecosystem.

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1. Louise Creaven
2. John Shortt
3. John Mullarkey
4. Craig Hansberry
5. Clara Barrett
6. Aoibheann Reilly
7. Gary Plummer
8. Leanne Cohn

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