AFC FUNDRAISER FOR AOIFE & EMMA

The U14 Athenry Football Club Fundraising Christmas Bake Sale for Aoife & Emma takes place on Saturday 20th December. So come along to the Christmas Cracker Cafe from 10am til 1pm.

DJ BARRETT will be in the house as the Academy is on for the 20th December Fundraiser. Come along and sample some of the bakes and meet Santy!

GFA Girls U15 Division 1/2 Cup

St Bernard’s v Athenry 

Tremendous result for the U15 Athenry FC Whites Vs St. Bernards tonight under the lights, in the Cup! Teamwork and desire were the order of the day and these girls delivered in spades. 

A nail biting penalty shootout victory, followed a hard fought 0-0 after 90 mins including extra time. The teams were very evenly matched and both sets of girls gave everything in this hotly contested local derby. It finished 4-3 after some excellent penalties from the Athenry girls, and they’ll surely sleep tonight! Well done girls, we are so very proud of you all. Thanks to all the parents and Coaches too, who gave us great support from the side lines in what was a perfect evening for football up on the Astro.

 Boys U17 Division 1
Athenry 5-0 Loughrea

2 goals in the 1st half from Caelan Keavney Burke (both assisted by Robert Eastwood) gave Athenry a 2-0 lead at half time. Caelen completed his hatrick midway through the 2nd half, tapping in from a Luke Murtagh effort. Further goals from Cian Greaney (pen) and Cian Kelly secured the points for Athenry, who'll go into the New Year top of the table.

 Western Hygiene Supplies Premier Division
Craughwell 1 - 4 Athenry

Athenry’s first team faced Craughwell in Moanbaun in a game that saw Craughwell  take the lead and Athenry come storming back to win a game through goals from Declan Cullen, Morgan Leggett, Corey Walker  & Mehdi.

Great second half performance from the lads as they powered back from conceding in the first half.

Next up is the Michael Byrne Cup clash against Oranmore Maree on December 19th, followed by a league rematch with Craughwell on January 10th, 2026

 Huge well done to our very own Sophie Cosgrove!

Sophie played a big part in Galway’s U13 Inter-League win over the Midlands League team on Saturday. From everyone in the U13 Premier team and all across the club … we’re incredibly proud of her! Keep shining, Sophie!

Boys U12 Div 1
Athenry 7 - 5 Kilshanvey
Athenry U12b boys welcomed Kilshavney to Moonbaun on a sunny but cold afternoon in the latest league match which proved to be an exciting affair. Kilshavney were first out of the blocks and were 2 up inside the first 15 minutes and could have been further ahead only for some excellent saves from Oisin. This seemed to spur Athenry on and Conor Clancy neatly finished to go in at the break 2-1 down.
The second half served up a cracker with Athenry grabbing the equalizer from Conor Clancy and soon after took the lead through a meandering run and finish from the excellent Conor Murphy. Athenry soon double their lead with another goal from Conor Clancy. Kilshavney responded with a goal of their own to narrow the Athenry lead to the minimum. The game swayed back and forth in the closing quarter and goals from Eric, Cian and a wonder shot from Alex lead the team to a 7-5 victory.  Well done to the team for their hard work coming from 2 goals down to claim the win.

 Our U13b div2 girls are absolutely delighted to unveil their brand new jerseys and half zips, proudly sponsored by Lorraine Page of Supermac’s Athenry . This fantastic group of girls have shown huge dedication to the club, training hard week after week, proudly representing Athenry in their league and Divisional cup. Their commitment and love for the game shine through every time they step onto the pitch.
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FINAL SCORE

CONNACHT JUNIOR CUP

REDROCK ARENA HEADFORD

MOYNE VILLA 3-1 ATHENRY AFC

Girls U13 Premier Division
Colga 0 – 2 Athenry
U13A girls away from home at Colga had a good win and another excellent performance on Sunday.  Little between these two sides as Athenry took their chances with a first-half goal from Lily Nolan and another one added by Ella Greaney in the second half made sure of the points for the visitors.  Newly promoted and still unbeaten makes this team special to watch at the moment, lets keep it going. as we head towards the fast approaching pre Christmas rush! Shout Out to our sponsors Nostra and District.

Representatives from across the league joined members of Athenry FC to celebrate 100 years of the Galway Football Association.  

Our congratulations go to all past and present members of the The Galway Football Association and to everyone who has helped shape the growth of football in Galway. The game continues to flourish year after year, thanks to the incredible volunteers who give their time for the love of the sport.  

We sincerely thank the Galway FA for recognising Athenry FC’s continued contribution to the game.

Corrib Celtic 4-0 Athenry 

The girls bowed out of the SFAI cup on Sunday morning to a strong Corrib Celtic side. Athenry started strongest and had corrib celtic under pressure from the off but it was corrib celtic who struck first after a good save by Sadhbh Hoarty fell to the Corrib celtic player to finish. The first goal was always going to be crucial in this game and it seemed to give Corrib Celtic confidence. Into the second half and it was Corrib celtic who struck again following some fine play down the wing which found the striker to finish calmly. Athenry now had to go for broke to try get the game back which left gaps in the backline and Corrib found these gaps well to find two late goals to seal the win. Best for Athenry on the day were Amy Mooney, Ruby Moloney and Ava Morrissey who gave it everything. The girls will now re-group and try to respond in there next league game against none other than Corrib Celtic.

Congratulations and best of luck to Corrib in the next round!

The U12B boys made the short trip into the city to take on Remore on Saturday morning. Renmore started the brightest and set the early running, coming close on a number of occasions. Half-way through the first half, they broke up the field and went ahead with a neat finish from their number 9. Within 5 minutes, they were 2 up with another break away goal. Just before half time, Renmore made it 3 with a clinical finish to go in at the break well in command.
This did not deter Athenry and within 10 minutes of the restart Conor Clancy converted a free kick to leave 2 between the teams. With 10 minutes to go, Alex Canty rounded his man to finish superbly and leave the minimum between the teams. The game was now in the melting pot and Athenry pushed for an equaliser with a few shots going close. With 3 minutes left, Renmore countered and finished off a smart move to close out the game 4-2. Well done to all the lads on a good fight back and also Tadgh who worked tirelessly all game.

U18 Boys Championship
Athenry 4-3 Colga

WOW What a game as Athenry edged out a determined Colga FC visiting Moanbaun today. Andrew Gill the Athenry keeper made numerous saves to keep the visitors out during the game as Athenry took their chances well against a good Colga side.  Athenry 2-0  up through Dara Zimmer & Shay Brady were pegged back by Colga through two set pieces to make it 2-2 at the break. Second half saw more drama as Eoghan Cooley and once again Shay Brady scored his second, finishing  off as his initial penalty was saved. This gave the home side what was thought to be an unassailable lead.  But with moments left Colga scored from the penalty spot to make it 4-3 to get nerves jangling but the referee blew only seconds later to give Athenry the full points. Great game to watch.

 Huge congrats to Mairead Mullins on securing her place in the Irish U15 squad.  Wishing Mairead and all her teammates the very best of luck in Spain next week. Mairead now an Athlone Town player formerly played for Athenry with distinction.

 Girls U13 Premier Division
Athenry 1 - 1 Corrib Celtic
An excellent performance against the current premier division league and cup champions Corrib Celtic. Match captain Emma Caulfield marshalled the team to a deserved share of the spoils. Sophie Cosgrove scored the opener for Athenry only to be pegged back as Corrib Celtic equalised shortly afterwards. Some good play and teamwork on display today with the Celtic keeper having a good game to keep Athenry out.
Appreciation to our sponsors *Nostra* and *District* for their support.

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GFA Western Hygiene Premier Division 

Mervue 1-0 Athenry

A tough match away from home as Athenry battled to get something from the game. Mervue enjoyed the majority of possession and the lads worked hard to get back into the game but despite late pressure Mervue managed to take the points.

A BIG SHOUTOUT to #MonaghansGalway

Sponsors of the U10 Athenry Football Team. The new logo looks fantastic.

Monaghans are  Irelands leading Skoda, SEAT & CUPRA dealer. A family run business, serving the West of Ireland for over 60 years.

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Connacht Junior Cup
Athenry 1-0 Ballina Town

Shocking weather saw a great result as Athenry progressed to the next round of the Connacht Cup. An early Adam Molloy goal scored from a Ciaran Brown assist saw the maroon boys grab a win on the road. Both goalkeepers had good games with our own Ed Philips excellent and the Ballina keeper in supreme form to stop Athenry adding to their solitary goal.

Next game is another away game to Mervue United next Saturday at 4pm. All travelling support welcomed and appreciated.

Good Luck to our Senior Men who take on Ballina Town of the Mayo League in the Junior Connacht Cup on Saturday 1st November. Come on down and support the lads!

KICK OFF 4.30pm Moanbaun, Athenry.

 Huge congratulations to Róisín Hannon who has made the Galway U14 Interleague Squad again this year. Wishing Róisín the best of luck for her season ahead. Her coaches and all at the club are very proud of her achievement. 

Connacht Cup U14 Boys
St Cuans United 3 - 4 Athenry

A good hard fought win for Athenry U14 team over St Cuans in the Connacht cup. Some excellent performances with the goal scorers  Samuel Grey x2, Aleks Lukaszewski and Darragh Kyne. Excellent team performance in a tight match.

It's been a hectic week for the club and a good few of our players who have seen their dedication pay off with representative call ups. 

The Galway FA Oscar Traynor team called up Adam Molloy from our Men's Premier team  who will represent Athenry FC on the squad this year.

 Athenry's Aleks Lukaszewski and Thomas Keane are on the GFA U12 Galway Town squad for this season with more good news as Harry Melia and Maks Lukaszewski of Athenry FC U14's have been selected for the Galway FA U14 interleague squad also. In addition as the Galway FA Inter league squads are  announced we're thrilled that three of our u13 girls have made the cut. Well Done Isla Eastwood, Sophie Cosgrove and Lily Nolan. Brilliant to see players receive recognition but also for the dedication of our coaches and the club. Well Done All.

 Kiltullagh 0 - 3 Athenry 

Kiltullagh Astro provided the venue for this U16 Championship game. Emily, Aebha & Eve all scored the goals to propel Athenry to victory but the importance of solid defence and being on the same wavelength in matches also rang true today. A fine team performance. We wish Erin Finnerty a speedy recovery from an injury picked up during the warm up and the Connacht Cup is next up on Bank Holiday Monday at home to Ballymote Celtic. Thanks to all supporters t the game and our thanks to our hosts and their excellent facilities.

Full Match Report on our facebook page.

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 Athenry’s U16A squad flew to Venice to take part in the Italy Cup 2025, with teams at multiple age groups from across Europe taking part. Massive thanks to Richie Dunne and Seamus Skehan for all their hard & dedicated work organising the trip. We also have to pay huge thanks to our sponsors, #Roots Café Bistro, #Flynn O’Driscoll solicitors and #Suburban Ceilings who have all contributed towards the overall cost, providing a fantastic new kit for the players, polos for the coaches and entertainment. Report on our facebook page.

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 Congratulations to the Athenry Boys U13 squad who had a great away win against Manulla B in the SFAI cup winning 3 - 1. 

SFAI Girls U14 Cup (Sun 5th Oct '25)

Athenry 5-0 Swinford

Athenry U14 Championship girls had a fantastic day in the opening round of the SFAI Cup. Roisin Hannon opened the scoring early on with Kayla Poniard making it 2-0 after 20 minutes. Player of the match Roisin Hannon got her second and third goals of the game before half time to make it 4-0 going into the break. Athenry’s defensive line knew what was coming in the second half and defended resolutely as Swinford tried to get back into the game. With Athenry assured in the back line it was Ailbhe Brady in the very last moments of the game who scored Athenry's 5th to top off an excellent day at the office for the girls. 

A big Thank You to the Swinford girls, coaches and parents for traveling down today. 

Scorers were Róisín Hannon x3, Kayla Poniard 1,
Ailbhe Brady 1. 

 SFAI U12 Cup (Sun 5th Oct '25)
Moyne Villa 2-3 Athenry 

Ruby Moloney, Lilly Trill,  Sarah Murphy

Athenry are through to the 2nd round of the the SFAI U12 Cup after a nail biting win away in Headford.  Ruby Moloney  & Lilly Trill put Athenry 2 nil up before Moyne Villa rallied to finish the half 2-2. Changes at half time and a Sarah Murphy finish midway through the second half saw Athenry hit the front 3-2. Add the luxury of a missed penalty and the maroon girls saw the game out to progress. Excellent team performance that shows the value of having talent on the bench to make a difference when needed. Special mention to Sophie Dillon the Athenry POM and to the Moyne Villa keeper on a super performance.

 GFA Premier Division 

Moyne villa 2-1 Athenry

Excellent facilities but a night that promised more saw Athenry fall to a late 2-1 loss away in Headford. The home side began well and scored midway through the first half. Athenry settled into the game and in the second half found an equaliser as a Callum Carroll header found the net. Taking confidence from this Athenry began to dominate trying to grab their second on the night only for Villa to score with 5 minutes remaining. The final  period of the game saw Athenry really push for the equaliser but all to no avail as time ran out. Next game for this young side is in 2 weeks versus Corrib Celtic at home.

Last week saw our Women’s Over 35 team awards night, celebrating all of the amazing women who took part in this inaugural season.

Pictured are our award winners on the night: 

2025 Player’s Player of the Year
Daniella Hadjifillipou

2025 Manager’s Player of the Year
Melissa Madden

Congratulations to 2 very deserving winners!

A great night was had, and a massive thank you to all the Women who joined the team this season for all their efforts on and off the pitch! It was a most enjoyable season, and we are already looking forward to the next!

 Western Hygiene Premier Division (Sat Sept 20th)
Athenry 3-3 Renmore

Goals from Declan Cullen, Adam Molloy & Cory Walker for Athenry saw a highly competitive game end in a draw against a lively looking Renmore. The resilient visitors scored their equaliser in the final minutes, but it could and probably should have been more for Athenry. We now look forward to our next game on Friday night away to Moyne villa at 8pm.

  U16 Girls Connacht Cup
Arrow Harps 0 - 3 Athenry
Riverstown in Sligo saw Athenry overcome  Arrow Harps in this year’s U16 Girls Connacht Cup. Athenry keeper Brynn Feeney and her defence were in supreme form as Mia Greaney x2 plus an OG saw the maroon girls prevail 3-0 on the day. An excellent team performance form the whole side who were outstanding on the day.
Many thanks to our hosts Arrow Harps fc for their very kind hospitality.

Congrats to the latest winners in our Monthly Draw, who were this week presented with their prizes by Eddie Fox and Peter Gilhooley. Entry is only €12.50 per month, with all proceeds going towards the continued development of our amazing Moanbaun facility. Go to our club homepage by clicking our picture link, or contact any committee member to enter the draw.

West United 0  -  1 Athenry 

U17's won in a wet and windy South Park, home to West Utd. Cian Greaney scored from a free kick after 12 minutes and despite West knocking at the door throughout the game, and Jonah Walker Athenry's keeper in fine form, Athenry collected all three points. 

 Salthill Devon 2-1 Athenry

Adam Molloy scored Athenry's goal in this highly competitive game played in very wet weather. With the maroon boys pushing Devon all the way only for them to come unstuck deep into injury time as the home side took all three points with a 94th minute winner.

Next game is at home Vs Renmore Saturday 20th September at 2.30pm. A BIG thank you to those supporters who braved the elements to watch!

  Athenry FC Academy is BACK!

Calling all future football stars!
Our Academy kicks off again, Saturday, September 13th, and we can’t wait to welcome boys and girls aged 4–9 for another season of fun, friendship, and football.

Where: Clubhouse & Main Astro
When: Saturday mornings (see timetable)
Who: U5–U9 boys & girls

Whether your child is just starting out or already loves the game, we’ve got a place for them to shine. Experienced coaches, great facilities, and a whole lot of energy!

Little Stars (U5) registration starts at 10:15am on Day 1!

If you're interested in helping out with your child's team please contact their coordinator. Your child will love to see you involved, their team will love to see you involved and we will too!

See you all on then.

U16 Boys played in the Billy Carr Premier Division on Sunday and came away with a deserved 4-1 win over Oughterard. Eoin Kelly opened the scoring courtesy of a Luke Murtagh precision cross and the second goal for Athenry saw Kelly return the favour for Murtagh as he provided the assist to make it 2-0. Eoin Kelly scored again, after the home side grabbed a goal, to give a 3-1 lead to the maroon boys at half time. In the second half the tempo dropped, Athenry kept it tight at the back and played controlled football to see out the game with a Robert Eastwood goal later on in the half to cap off a good day away from the office for this team.

Lots of games involving Athenry teams over the weekend with Senior Men in the Premier Division drawing 2-2 with Maree/Oranmore, Ciaran Brown & Callum Carroll were on target for Athenry who are away in Drom next Friday night at 8pm Vs Salthill.  

U12 Girls Premier Division side drew 1-1 v Corrib Celtic with Ava Morrissey scoring the all important equaliser. 

Inaugural Senior B Ladies team went down to 10 players early doors and lost 4-1 away to Merlin Woods in Castle Park. We wish Kate Kennedy a speedy recovery from her injury and thank referee Paul Healy for officiating.  

Boys U12 Division 1 team won 4-1 at home with Conor Clancy x3 scoring an audacious hat trick & Adam Keating adding another.

 And in the U18 Boys Championship Athenry won 5-0 against Galway Bohs. 2 wins from 2 for the U18s with Shay O'Driscoll x2, Eoghan Cooley, Cian Greaney & Patrick Whelan the goal scorers, Shout out to their defensive prowess with a superb Charlie Byrne, Darra Hislop, Conor Dillon and Devon Crawford, with Evan Molloy in goals for his debut, on a brilliant clean sheet.

Athenry AFC Goalkeeping Academy is back up and running next week on Wednesday 10th September for all Boys & Girls. Schedules are as follows Aged 12+ (aged 12 & above) 5.30pm to 6.30pm and Boys & Girls Under 12 (aged 11 and below) 6.30pm to 7.30pm, Sessions will take place on the new club Astro.

Further details from David Keane

087 205 0811

 In the Western Hygiene Premier Division it ended Athenry 2-4 Colga. A young sided Athenry were beaten at home with Athenry's
goal scorers Adam Molloy and Ciaran Brown.
Next game is on Saturday 6th September at home Vs Maree Oranmore.

 Tuam Celtic AFC  are 0ver 35 Division 2,  Conference Cup winners after a tight 1-0 win. Despite Athenry constantly knocking at the door the Tuam defence and keeper kept a clean sheet. An excellent game of football for those watching. 

 Calling all future football stars! Our Academy kicks off again on Saturday, September 13th, and we can’t wait to welcome boys and girls aged 4–9 for another season of fun, friendship, and football.

Where: Clubhouse & Main Astro
When: Saturday mornings (see timetable below!)
Who: U5–U9 boys & girls
Contact: Coordinators listed below for each group

 Whether your child is just starting out or already loves the game, we’ve got a place for them to shine. Experienced coaches, great facilities, and a whole lot of energy!

Little Stars (U5) registration starts at 10:15am on Day 1!

If you're interested in helping out with your child's team please contact their coordinator. Your child will love to see you involved, their team will love to see you involved and we will too!

See you all on the 13th.

 Some recent winners of our Monthly Club Draw being presented with their prizes by draw organiser Eddie Fox.  Please see our club draw link HERE to see our most recent listings

As Athenry gears up for the all new & exciting 2025/26 season ahead we present to you our most up to date TEAM MANAGER listings at the club. Athenry AFC are always on the look out for coaching talent and people to help us steer our future at the club. Please get in touch if you feel that you can help out in any capacity from coaching to joining our social media team.

TEAM MANAGERS LISTINGS

The new season kicks off this Saturday, with our 1st team in again against Colga at 2.30pm

We'd love to see more club players parents, coaches and Athenry locals down in Moanbaun to support the lads.

Velocity is bringing Premier League & England legend Emile Heskey to Athenry Football Club alongside a Huddersfield Town League One scout for two elite player development events open to players from all clubs.

Sunday 26th October | 6–8pm
Boys & Girls 13–16 | €60 | High-intensity 2hr session with Emile Heskey & Phil Reilly — Huddersfield scout in attendance for early player identification. Aimed at players looking to improve their game.

Monday 27th October | 10am–2pm
Players 17–20 | €120 | Advanced 4hr programme focusing on all aspects of the game. Train with Emile Heskey & showcase your ability directly to a Huddersfield scout and possibly be offered an official trial. Aimed at players playing in LOI or at a strong local level.

 Bookings now open – limited spaces available!
Secure your place today and take your game to the next level.

TO BOOK CLICK HERE

Athenry Football Club  took on Maree Oranmore FC  for the Men's Over 35's Premier Cup.  A scoreless first half saw the only goal of the game registered within 5 minutes of the restart. A perfect through ball from Daryn Tully found Seanie McGrath unmarked in the Oranmore box and he calmly slotted past the keeper. With Athenry Goalie Kieran Kilkelly in imperious form with some magnificent saves it was Athenry who achieved victory in this hotly contested game. Great celebrations from all associated with Athenry team. Well Done To All.

Eamonn Deacy Park is the place to be on Tuesday evening at 7.30pm for our Men's Over 35 A team, as they take on Maree Oranmore in the final of the Men's Over 35 Premier Cup! Tuesday 19th August with Kick Off at 7.30pm.
Please bring yourselves and your support!!!

The team is kindly sponsored by @gmwnetting

The final Galway Goalkeeper Camp of the summer takes place next week, with a limited amount of spaces available. Book now at the link below: 

https://www.shop-goalkeepersanonymous.com/.../galway...

U14's finished runners-up at the Treaty Cup in Limerick  at the end of July. Great performances all-round. The final finished 0-1 to Ballinasloe Town FC.  Well done to all the team and coaches. Thanks to the parents and our sponsor, Cormac McCarthy Solicitors.

TS FINAL TIME FOR THE LADIES! 

In their first year, our amazing Women’s Over 35's team have battled their way to the EZ Living Europa Cup Final v West United on Tuesday 26th August @ 7.30pm at Eamonn Deacy Park, Galway. The squad have shown heart, skill, and pure determination all season — now it’s time to bring it home! We’re looking at organising a Supporters Bus to make sure the girls get the roar they deserve on the big night! If you’re interested, text 087 0571980 for details. 

Special thanks to our training gear sponsors WindowAide.

Let’s turn Eamonn Deacy Park into a sea of maroon and white
Your club. Your colours. Your team.

Men’s Over 35 Premier Cup Semi-Final
Knocknacarra 0-2 Athenry 

Jamie O'Driscoll & Seanie Mcgrath

Athenry beat Knocknacarra in the Over35 semi-final. Second half goals from Jamie O'Driscoll, an opportunistic super hit that caught out the keeper from distance and a header from Seanie McGrath saw Athenry book their place in the Final where they will now face Oranmore/Maree on Tuesday the 19th in Eamonn Deacy Park, KO 7.30PM. Please get out and support the lads!

Special thanks again to our sponsors GMW Netting!

 RESULT-Women’s Over 35 Cup Semi Final 

Athenry 3 - 0 Cregmore/Claregalway

Ruth Brennan scored a hat trick to gain Athenry an exciting away day at Eamonn Deacy Park in the final of the EZ Living Europa Cup that the girls have more than deserved all season! It wasn't all one way traffic as Cregmore/Claregalway proved a handful in a very exciting Cup game. Well Done to all.

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WOMEN'S OVER 35 "EZ LIVING" EUROPA CUP SEMI FINAL

Best of luck to our Over 35 Women as they take on @cregmoreclaregalwayfc this Wednesday evening in the Semi Final of the @ezlivingfurniture.ie Europa Cup. Match Kicks Off at 7.15pm on the Astro in Athenry H65 NY66. Support is always welcome and we would love nothing more than to see a big Athenry FC crowd there to see the Girls battle to progress to the final!

2 standout players from our Premier League Experience session on August 2nd will be selected to train at a Premier League Academy – completely FREE! including flights and accommodation for the ultimate Premier League experience. 

 Congratulations to Mairead Mullins on making the step up to League of Ireland for Athlone Town.

 "Mairead signs from Athenry in Galway. A driving box-to-box midfielder, Mairead helped Galway League win the Shield at this year’s Gaynor Cup. A graduate of the Midlands COE, FAI NA and the NPP. Mairead is currently representing Connacht in the Interprovincial and was a huge part of the Irish U15 Development Squad that won their tournament in Northern Ireland last month. Mairead is a classy player who has huge potential. Her passing is key to unlocking defences, and she also chips in with her fair share of goals. "

 Book NOW! Just 1 Week left to go and only a few places left!! 

Athenry FC’s Summer Soccer Camp returns on 5th August  – and we can't wait! Get ready for fun, football, and fantastic memories! Only €60 for 4 days of fun!!

There's a sibling discount of €10, so all the kids can get involved! 

PLUS – We're giving away another FREE place in the MiWadi FAI Football Camp this August in Athenry! 

Here’s how to win:

Book a place in any of our Athenry FC Summer Camps
You’re automatically entered into the draw!

Competition closes this Friday, 1st August so get booking!
Winner will be announced on Saturday and contacted directly!

Don’t miss out limited places left – book now: https://shorturl.at/j7U7S

 Open to all age groups U6 - U13
Fun, skill-building, and football all week long!

Tag your teammates, spread the word, and let's make this summer unforgettable!

U10 girls took part in the Moyne Villa soccer tournament last weekend. Thank you to Jason at Moyne Villa for organising . We entered 2 mixed teams and both teams got to play 5 games in total against opposition including Cherry Orchard, Ballinasloe, Renmore, Maree Oranmore, Moyne Villa, Loughrea, Knocknacarra & Corrib Celtic. Winning one final and narrowly losing the other both teams acquitted themselves superbly.  A big thank you to the parents, coaches of course the team who represented their club on the day.

Thanks, Fionnuala, Pat, Susan, Brian & Senan.

Athenry Senior Ladies exited the FAI Amateur Shield after a 3-0 away loss to Cabinteely in the Shield semi final. We wish the Dubliners all the best in the final.

 It promises to be an exciting weekend as Athenry Senior Ladies will take on Cabinteely in the FAI Women's Amateur Shield on Sunday. With two exciting ties as follows-

Cabinteely v Athenry, Kilbogget Park, KO 14:00

St. Francis v Leeside United, John Hyland Park, KO 12:00

All travelling support welcome!

Cabinteely FC,  Kilbogget Park, Churchview Road, Killiney, Co. Dublin, A96 PC84 

  The team at Moanbaun have been busy this summer and need your help with a funding shortfall for Phase 2 of the development. Please support by clicking through the Idonate link by clicking on the moanbaun picture. Please also see our facebook page to like and share the link. Thanks for your support. Any and all support appreciated for what is an incredible facility available to our members! 

GFA Men’s  Over 35 Division 2

Tuam Celtic 2 - 3 Athenry 

Athenry were on the road for the 4th consecutive week to play Tuam last night in very warm conditions. Athenry started brightly with plenty of possession and a couple of attempts on goal. As has been the familiar trend this season, the opposition took the lead against the run of play after a mix up at the back. Athenry quickly restored parity with Colin Bane intercepting a loose pass from Tuam and cooly slotting into the keepers bottom corner. Well needed water breaks and changes followed and the game restarted with to and fro chances but no goals before half time. In the 2nd half Athenry started well again but conceded from a long range free kick leaving them 2-1 down. Athenry pushed forward determined. Colin scoring his 2nd after running onto a through ball and squeezing a thunderous shot past the keeper at the near post. Athenry were then awarded a free out wide soon after and Shane Holleran was unlucky not to score with the keeper making a big save. The ball fell to Chris Conboy who turned to fire in the winner for Athenry. A tough game in very warm conditions. Thanks again to shirt Sponsors Devine Scaffolding

Athenry FC Junior A Team

Athenry FC is delighted to announce Danny McCrossan as the new Manager of our Junior A team for the upcoming season. Danny brings a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication to the role, having won the Men's Junior Division 2 in 2024 with our B Team and narrowly missing out on Promotion to the Junior Championship in 2025. We’re confident he’ll lead the squad with ambition and drive. He will be ably assisted by Sean McGrath and Mark Lawless, both of whom bring strong football knowledge and energy to the setup.

Danny himself had the following to say when asked how he felt; 

" Myself, Sean and Mark are really looking forward to working with the core of existing players and would welcome anyone that would like to join us for what we hope will be a successful and enjoyable season. "

We wish Danny, Sean, and Mark the very best of luck for the season ahead! Let’s get behind them and the team.

Athenry AFC Membership 2025/2026 season is now OPEN!
Join or renew now online http://bit.ly/4eC9wUV
Or use the Clubforce Connect App https://onelink.to/wuvmvb

Instalment Options available:
Sign up before Aug 1st – Pay over 5 months
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COACHES WANTED - JOIN ATHENRY FC FOR THE 2025/26 SEASON 

Athenry Football Club is gearing up for another exciting season, and we’re on the lookout for some sound, football-mad legends to join our coaching crew!

Whether you’re a seasoned side-line tactician or just keen to get involved and make a difference, we’d love to have you on board. No experience? No worries – we can help you get started with training and support along the way! 

We’ve got teams across all ages – boys and girls – and we’re all about creating a fun, positive, and encouraging space for our players to learn, grow, and love the game. You’ll be part of a buzzing club with great people, good craic, and proper community spirit.

**What we’re looking for:**
Enthusiastic, reliable people
A love for football (obviously!)
Willingness to help kids develop and enjoy the game
Bonus points for good side-line banter

**What we can offer**
Great facilities, incl. 4G Astro
Support from UEFA Licenced Coach
Support for FAI Licence Progression
Amazing Community Environment

**Pre-Seasons is kicking off soon**, so if you’re even half-thinking about it—reach out! Now’s the time to jump in and get involved.

Drop us an email to athenry@galwayfa.ie
Let’s make this season one to remember!

 FAI Women’s Shield Quarter Final 

Athenry 4 - 3 Jonesboro (AET)

A really exciting game in Moanbaun today saw Athenry come through in a gripping match. Leah Crotty opened the scoring with a fantastic free kick before Kate Snowdon added the second with a long range effort. Nina Bodamor scored a lovely solo goal in the second half but in fairness to Janesboro, they wouldn't give up and scored 3 goals in the last 20 minutes to bring the game to extra time. Athenry settled again in extra time and after a good spell of pressure, Serena Hansberry was taken down in the box and Kate Snowdon was on hand to slot the penalty home.  The Athenry ladies had to dig deep and put their bodies on the line in the last 5 mins to hold on and secure their place in the FAI shield semi final. Great performances all over the pitch in particular from Kate Snowdon and Sarah Kearney but POTM was Leah Crotty with a great captains performance. 

Senior Women's Team are in action in the Ladies FAI Shield Quarter Final against Janesboro FC at home. Wishing Noel Coffey, Emerald House, Joe Mullen, and the whole squad the very best of luck! 

Girls's U17 FAI National Cup Final's is  in Limerick, where Athenry take on Callan Utd. They’ve already made history this season, winning the League, League Cup, and Connacht Cup. Best of luck to the players and  management team, Mike Noone, Brian Sweeney & Callum Manhire. 

Well done to Ireland & Mairead Mullins with the  Republic of Ireland (U14's) winning 3-1 versus Northern Ireland in the Association's Cup. Mairead scored 5 goals for sfaireland in the opening 2 games of the tournament! 

Full Time Result

CUP FINAL - Northern Ireland 1 (Connie Harper) Republic of Ireland 3 (Katie Brogan, Ava Greer, Emma Fitzpatrick)

Athenry 2 - 0 Cregmore / Claregalway

Trish Reilly and Lucy Watts scored the all important goals for Athenry to grab their first win of the season in the Over 35's league. They now look forward to hosting league leaders Knocknacarra next week at home!

 Galway FA Men’s Over 35 Division 2

Athenry B 4 Knocknacarra 3

Athenry O35's beat Knocknacarra in Moanbaun  on Thursday evening with goals from Daragh Starken (x2), Kevin Murphy & Colin Bane. 

A special thanks to our Kit Sponsor Devine Scaffolding for the new kits.

Our latest draw winners have been posted up and well done guys & gals.

Previous winners HERE

Athenry Football Club is gearing up for another exciting season, and we’re on the lookout for some sound, football-mad legends to join our coaching crew! 

Whether you’re a seasoned side-line tactician or just keen to get involved and make a difference, we’d love to have you on board. No experience? No worries – we can help you get started with training and support along the way!

We’ve got teams across all ages – boys and girls – and we’re all about creating a fun, positive, and encouraging space for our players to learn, grow, and love the game. You’ll be part of a buzzing club with great people, good craic, and proper community spirit.

**What we’re looking for:**
Enthusiastic, reliable people
A love for football (obviously!)
Willingness to help kids develop and enjoy the game
Bonus points for good side-line banter

**What we can offer**
Great facilities, incl. 4G Astro
Support from UEFA Licenced Coach
Support for FAI Licence Progression
Amazing Community Environment

**Pre-Seasons is kicking off soon**, so if you’re even half-thinking about it—reach out! Now’s the time to jump in and get involved.

 Drop us an email to athenry@galwayfa.ie
Let’s make this season one to remember!  

Galway are Gaynor Bowl Champions as the girls beat Midlands 2-0 in the final with two goals from Ellie Harty O'Brien (Corofin Utd) . Well Done to Athenry's Mairead Mullins and all of the girls on a fantastic week and their win!!!

Our women's team have drawn home to Janesboro FC in the FAI Women's Amateur Shield Quarter Final.
The Quarter Final will take place in Moanbaun, Athenry on Saturday 28th June at 1pm. 

Wishing Noel Coffey, Joe Mullen, Emerald House and  team the very best of luck. 

Please show your support to this incredible team in this National Shield Quarter Final.

U15 Boys won their Championship promotion playoff on penalties against St Bernard’s in Mervue on Wednesday. Luke Murtagh scored Athenry's goal in the 1-1 draw during normal time that ultimately went to penalties. Eoin Kelly scored the all important winning penalty in the shoot out to end it 4-2 on the night as Athenry keeper Evan Molloy's two saves helped propel Athenry to the win. 

Congratulations to our U17 Girls who added to their League and Connacht Cups with a 4-2 Victory over Maree/Oranmore in the U17 Premier Division Cup final. Goals from Molly Noone, Anna Jordan and Niamh Kilgannon secured the victory on a fine evening in Drom. Thanks to Maree/Oranmore for a competitive game! The girls can now look forward to an FAI Cup Final at the end of the month against Callan United!

Best of luck to U17 Girls as they take on Maree/Oranmore this Friday evening in the Final of the U17 Premier Division Cup.  Match Kicks Off at 7.30pm in Drom Soccer Park, H91 KP79

Support is always welcome and we would love nothing more than to see a big Athenry FC crowd there to see the Girls lift the Cup!

Get ready for a summer of skills, fun, and football at Athenry Football Club! We’re thrilled to announce 3 fantastic soccer camps for boys and girls of all levels!

Athenry FC Soccer Camps
Led by our top-class Athenry FC coaches:
Camp 1: June 30th – July 4th
Camp 2: August 5th – August 8th

Book Here: https://shorturl.at/XiM1C

FAI Football Camp
Run by the Football Association of Ireland – a national favourite!
FAI Camp: August 11th – August 15th

Books Here: https://shorturl.at/nfX2O

Develop skills,  Make friends,  Have a ball this summer!

All camps take place at Athenry FC H65 NY66
Spaces are limited – book your place today!

Please note the venue for this evenings U17 Premier & Championship Cup Final has been changed to Caulfield Park, Maree, H91 V12C

 Huge Congrats to Athenry FC players James Byrne, Ryan Donovan and Jay Furey who have been selected to represent Galway in this years Kennedy Cup.  We wish the lads, their team and management the very best of luck next month in Limerick . 

Athenry FC is looking for the right person to take the lead with our Junior A team this season!

Love football? Got a sharp eye for talent and tactics?  Ready to put your stamp on a team? Then this might be for you.

What’s involved:
Organising and leading training sessions
Managing the team on matchdays
Building team spirit and pushing standards
Being part of a proud, ambitious club

You’ll get great support, quality facilities, and the chance to put your mark on a team with loads of potential.

Interested?
Send us a message on our socials or email athenry@galwayfa.ie with your details

Let’s make something happen this season 

 GU12 Division 3 league
WINNERS
Congratulations to these absolutely amazing wonderful girls who only went and won the league. 14 games of never giving up never giving out , in rain, wind, and lately shine, they were there, always happy and ready to play.
From our amazing goalie and locked down defence (we only conceded 5 goals over the whole league)to our battling mid field magic makers, and then finally to our threatening fast footed forwards (too many goals to count) they were unstoppable winning it outright before it was even finished.  

Congratulations to our U16 Girls and their management who added to their Connacht Cup with a Premier Division title after a 2-0 win over Maree/Oranmore at the weekend in Maree.  Anna Jordan was on target  with the 2 goals, and the team held firm to secure top spot in the league. 

Well done to the girls and their management team of Eddie, Davy and Assumpta! 

Huge congratulations to the Galway FA girls u12 white team who were crowned All Ireland Champions at the weekend after defeating Sligo / Leitrim 4-2 in Evergreen FC, Kilkenny with our own Sophie Cosgrove starring, putting in an excellent performance. Congrats Sophie from all at Athenry FC we are so proud of you

 Our annual club awards evening will take place on Friday June 13th from 7-9pm in the Raheen Woods Hotel.
Looking forward to seeing you there.

Athenry FC beat Westport United 5-1 in the FAI Ladies Irish Amateur Shield ahead of next weekend’s Connacht Cup final. Goals from Nina Bodamer x2, Kate Snowdom x2 & Adina Fahey gave them the win with Ruth Tansey claiming the POM award. Full Report Club Facebook

 Massive Congratulations to our U14 Boys who ran out 2-1 winners against Craughwell in the GFA U14 Boys Division 4/5 Cup.

Well done to all the lads and their coaches on the win!

It's back and bigger!

The Athenry FC Summer camps return this year, and there will now be 2 weeks of camp action!

Camp 1
Monday 30th June - Friday 4th July
10am to 1pm (with early drop off available from 9.30am)

Camp 2
Tuesday 5th August - Friday 8th August
10am to 1pm (with early drop off available from 9.30am)

Athenry FC (H65 NY66)

Special Offer if you book both camps at once! Save €20

Sibling Discount on Individual Camps - €10 Off

Secure your place today on the link below:
http://shorturl.at/XiM1C
Limited places.

 The Moanbaun facilities will be going through upgrade works for a period of time starting on May the 12th with no access allowed to the track or pitch. For this reason training will be in various locations for a number of weeks with a possible pause in training for some groups for a couple of weeks.

This is a short term inconvenience that will mean the athletics club will have top class facilities including 2 new long jump pits and a high jump/throws area alongside the track.

We appreciate your patience during this period of development.

 Congratulations to our U17 Girls who claimed the Premier Division title with a win over Maree/Oranmore. Congratulations also to their management team of Mike Noone, Brian Sweeney and Callum Manhire. 

AGM Notice

The club annual general meeting will take place on Monday 19th May at 7pm in the clubhouse.

New and old volunteers are always welcome. If there's an area you feel you could improve or like to help out please forward your interest by email to athenry@galwayfa.ie

Nominations for officer positions must be emailed to athenry@galwayfa.ie at least 7 days in advance of meeting.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

 Congratulations to Athenry Football Club who are Connacht Cup U16 Champions. Athenry beat Salthill Devon 3-2 in the Final of the Connacht Cup that took place in Westport. Report to follow

 U13 Girls Championship
Athenry 4-0 Corrib Celtic
Wednesday saw Athenry U13 Championship girls win their semi final cup game against Corrib Celtic . They are now into the final at Eamonn Deacy Park over the next few weeks. Athenry ‘s Ailbhe Brady scored twice to make it 2-0 going into half time to set up a nice cushion going into the change around. Sophie Cosgrove made it 3-0 into the second half with Athenry's keeper Amelia Doherty in superb form who subsequently won the POM award. Sophie Burke made it 4-0 before the hour was up to make the game very secure as Athenry now look forward to a major final. Well Done to All.

Athenry AFC attended the Maree/Oranmore FC St Columbus Credit Union invitational tournament which is played in Oranmore village every year. And with 15 clubs in attendance on Sunday (27th april) it was the biggest ever with 128 teams and over 1200 kids between the U7-9 categories participating.

Yesterday's tournament was in honour of the late Martin Horgan RIP, a stalwart presence at the tournament each year and he was remembered by the wearing of a special commemorative jersey by Maree/Oranmore players. 

Also in attendance were Galway United, Hildeguarde Naughton, Noel Grealish, Martina Kinane, former club player & Irish international Ava Mullins, the Horgan family and a huge amount of volunteers. An incredible achievement again for the football community and a great invitational for all of those clubs attending. 

Photo from Maree/Oranmore facebook page -Credit - 'Murt The Photographer'

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 U12 Girls Champ/Div 1 Cup Final
Athenry 2-0 Moyne Villa

U12 League Cup Final at Eamonn Deacy Park at the weekend ended in captain Eleanor Galligan lifting the trophy in front of the celebrating Athenry supporters. 0–0 at half time it was all to play for as the teams changed ends. Ella Greaney scored the all important goal to make Athenry go 1 up five minutes into the second half with Ines Wolanin, very unlucky in having a goal denied when it looked like it had crossed the line. Unfortunately no VAR was available on the day! To their credit  Moyne Villa responded but keeper Roisin McDonnagh and her defence repelled everything thrown at them. 

Athenry kept battling and in the final minute, a long range assist from Isla Eastwood pinpointed Ella Greaney, who grabbed her brace to seal the victory. Very proud of this squad of 15 girls, a wonderful occasion. 

Best of luck to our U12 Girls in their Cup final tomorrow evening!! Please note that the Galway & District League will not be accepting cash payments at the gate for this season’s finals.
Card payments only.
Tickets can also be purchased in advance via the following link – a convenient and increasingly popular option:
https://galwayfa.clubzap.com/products/26862/purchases/new
General admission: €5
Children under 16: Free

Boys Prem/Championship Cup - Semi Final
Athenry 4 - 0 Colga

Athenry are through to a League Cup final after a convincing 4-0 win over Colga in Moanbaun. A second half blitz  saw EJ Cooley grab a hat trick, his first a penalty getting proceedings underway, with Charlie Byrne adding another. Athenry's defence was supreme with Devon Crawford, Luke Nokes and Cian Greaney  in imperious form. Enjoyable watch for the rain-soaked crowd. Well done lads and good luck in the final.

Ladies Connacht Cup SF
Athenry 0-0 Mervue Utd
(Athenry win on penalties)

Athenry Ladies booked their place in the Connacht Cup final after a dramatic and hard-fought semi-final clash against Mervue that ended in penalties following a scoreless draw.

It was a well-deserved victory for Athenry, whose determination, teamwork, and resilience shone through. They go on to make history as the first Athenry Ladies team to be in a Connacht final!

 GU12 Championship
Athenry 4–0 Oughterard

On a changeable spring morning in Moonbaun, our U12 girls came away with a comfortable win over Oughterard. With all scores coming in the first half, some lovely passing resulted in an Isla Eastwood hat-trick and another smashing goal by Sophie Cosgrove. Sarah Murphy and Ruby Moloney were relentless in their efforts at goal in the second half, only to be denied by some excellent goalkeeping from Oughterard—and the post! Our own goalie, Roisín McDonagh, was cool under pressure when tested today.

Well done to all of the girls, led by today’s team captain Sophie Dillon, on another superb team performance. Athenry Abú!

Boys U15 Championship/Div 1 League Cup
Athenry 3-4 Cregmore

To say the least, a game of 2 halves. Athenry took control in the first half, scoring 3 goals, 2 from Pedro and 1 from Rob. Cregmore took control in the second half, scoring 3 goals inside the first 12 minutes and eventually getting a winner in the last minute. Well done to Cregmore and good luck in the final.

U17 Girls FAI Cup - 3rd Round
Athenry 4 - 3 Westport United 

Athenry went ahead with a penalty after just 5 minutes with Mollie Noone reacting quickest with a second strike from the saved penalty rebounding to her to complete the job! Westport equalised shortly afterwards to make it 1-1 and the half ended 1-1. Athenry were quickest out of the traps and took the lead with a Nicole Mitchell  finish, only for Westport to level again. Athenry had to dig deep and it was Mollie Noone who made it 3-2 to the home side before, yes you guessed it, Westport hit back again to equalise. What a game! 

Ultimately a great game of football and it was a fine winning goal that capped it off from Anna Jordan which ended a wonderful game of football that both sides, win, lose or draw should be proud off. 

Many thanks to Westport for travelling down and giving us an extremely competitive match, and it’s a home draw against Park Villa FC in the Quarter Final for the Athenry Girls.

Best of luck to our Ladies team who are currently in Sunny Catalonia attending the Trofeo Mediterraneo! They took part in the Opening Ceremony at the weekend before games got underway on monday.  The Trofeo Mediterráneo offers clubs the opportunity to participate in an international soccer tournament with over 150 teams other teams from around the world.

U13 Girls Division 2
Kinvara Utd 5 - 2 Athenry

Athenry U13B girls were away to Kinvara United to play the high flying league leaders.  Excellent game played by both sides  with Kinvara Utd  winning out. Captain for Athenry was Saidbh and our goal scorers were Ella G, and Anna, scoring her first of the season.

Ella T played in goal and won the POM award. Well done to all players and coaches.  Thank you to our sponsors Quinn Vehicles and the parents for volunteering. Only 3 games left, and your continued support is still welcome.

Western Hygiene GFA Division 1

Athenry B 2-1 Colga B

The B team lads met local rivals Colga for their last game of the season. The previous games between these sides have been real battles and today was no different. Athenry took the lead midway through the first half when Thomas Fleet finished from a Christian Mullen corner.

Colga drew level from a penalty but Athenry managed to regain the lead when Kieran Fox stuck from outside the box on the stroke of half time. The second half was a mixed bag that saw Colga miss a penalty and Athenry go down to 10 men. A huge effort from everyone got us over the line for a deserved win.

Thanks again to our sponsors 

Belville Construction 

Declan Rooney Menswear

 Some recent winners of our Monthly Draw, being presented with their prizes by draw organisers Eddie Fox and Brian McDermott.

To enter the draw and support the continued development of our amazing Moanbaun facility, click here:

https://athenryfootballclub.com/club-draw

What a game, what an occasion, what a crowd! Two top teams battled it out for the Galway FA Women’s Premier Cup tonight at Eamonn Deacy Park. The fans were treated to an epic match full of tackles, chances, and 5 cracking goals – this game had it all.

Final score: Mervue 3 - 2 Athenry 

Huge congratulations to Mervue United FC, Athenry Football Club and everyone involved for making it such a memorable evening!

Score report & pic from Galway FA full report to follow

APRIL FOOL !!!!-  The Galway FA are seeking public submissions and thoughts from the supporters of soccer in the league in the City & County. The GFA will seek to implement an addendum 'safety first' provision into the soon to be published 'new GFA constitution'. They are seeking to add a season long trial where U12's and below age group goalkeepers will be mandated to wear helmets to help with player safety for the 2026/27 season. It is hoped this rule change will be adopted later on at older age groups if the trial period is successful. All submissions please to chair@galwayfa.ie 

U12 Girls Division 3
Oranmore/Maree 0 -  3 Athenry

Well done to our U12B girls on another fantastic and thrilling win away to Oranmore/Maree. They showed some superb teamwork today and really were a force to be reckoned with. Goals from Alannah Crowe x2 and Eve Sunderland x1. Special mention to Ashley Coffey O’Brien who, seeing our goalie taken down by a hard challenge sprinted to our goal to defend deflecting a determined Oranmore ball from going over our line, super! 

U16 Boys Division 4
Bearna 0 - 1 Athenry

The lads made the trip to Bearna today in search of much needed points. Athenry struggled to impose their game on the home team, with both sides cancelling each other out early on. A few half chances fell to Athenry, but they failed to convert. 

Athenry were nearly caught on the break just before half time, but Martin Leech was equal to the task. Iker Perez Capelan was sprung from the bench at half time and made an immediate impact, latching on to a loose ball in the box to finish. Athenry created a few more chances in the second half, but further goals eluded then. The team defended resolutely and kept the home team at bay. At the end Athenry came away with three valuable points which puts them back on track. 

Immensely proud of all the lads and their attitude today. Really worked hard to dig out the result.

 Division 4/5 U14 Cup Semi Final.
Colga 2 - 2 Athenry D (aet)
Athenry won 4-3 on penalties

Athenry beat Colga with James Maher scoring to make it Athenry 1 nil up. Second half saw Colga come back strongly and equalise to set up a bit of a game!  With the game ending 1-1 at the end of normal time it was all set up for any side to win it. Into extra time and Ruairi Lenihan put Athenry 2-1 up, but once again Colga equalised to send the game into the lottery of penalties in which Athenry won out 4-3. Bring on the Cup final.
Thanks to our Sponsors
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Ladies Connacht Cup Quarter Final
Athenry FC 3 - 3 Swinford FC
(Athenry win on penalties)
Athenry FC beat Swinford in a thrilling Connacht Cup quarter-final on penalties. With Kate Snowdon x2 & Ruby Mullen both scoring in normal time and no more goals in extra time the game went to the dreaded penalties. With Athenry's penalty takers cool under pressure it was Athenry’s goalkeeper, Ciara Cunney who produced a fine save to help send the girls in maroon to the Connacht Cup semi-final. POTM: Ruby Mullen

Save the date. Another competition to look forward to with this team - GFA WOMENS PREMIER CUP FINAL is on Tuesday April 1st, at 7.30pm in EDP- all support greatly appreciated

Athenry Development Group – April Bookings Now Open! Dates: Wednesdays – 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th April. Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm. Location: Athenry

This 5-session block is open to boys & girls aged 9-15 from all clubs who want to develop their game in a high-performance environment!

What to expect: Technical skill development,
Speed, agility & game intelligence training,
High-intensity, fun, and challenging sessions,
Professional coaching & player feedback,

Spaces are limited! Book your spot today and take your game to the next level! https://www.velocity186.com/.../athenry-april-development...

U18 Boys Championship
Athenry 3-0 Tuam Celtic.

League title aspirations for this season are very much on the cards for the battling U18 Boys  in the Championship this season. Darragh Hislop got the ball rolling from an Athenry corner and it was 2-0 soon afterwards when Athenry's Ronan Hogan contested a long punt out and Eoghan Cooley was on hand to finish off with a finish from close in.
Another corner and another goal this time from Conor Dillon saw it end 3-0 and showed that hard graft can sometimes grab you goals and ultimately win games for you. Captain of this team is Cory Walker who marshalled his team well to three points on the day. 

 Western Hygiene GFA Division 1 

St Patrick's 2-1 Athenry B

The B team lads slim chances of promotion came to an end this morning following a disappointing loss to St Patrick's. Even though Athenry had the better of the chances in the first half it finished 0-0 at the break. The second half started the same but was it was St Patrick's that broke the deadlock thanks to a very bumpy pitch. Athenry got level from a Conor Cannon goal. Unfortunately a few minutes later Athenry were down to 10 men and subsequently conceded another goal. Athenry pushed hard but it wasn't  our lucky day.

Our final game of the season is in 2 weeks on Sunday versus Colga so please come out and support the lads.

Thanks again to our sponsors 

Belville Construction 

Declan Rooney Menswear

U17 Boys Premier
Athenry 2 - 1 Cregmore/Claregalway

U17 boys played league leaders and local rivals Cregmore/Claregalway in a derby game on Sunday. And what a game it was with the home side really throwing form out of the window and getting something of an upset with this win. Eoghan Cooley opened the scoring for Athenry  in the first half with the visitors equalising withing 10 minutes to tie the game at half time. Second half saw Athenry regain their lead through a penalty which was won and scored by Eoghan Cooley to grab his second goal of the game. Lots of chances with Eoghan unlucky not to grab his hat trick due to a close offside call. With only one loss in the league and three draws this U17 side will gain momentum and confidence from this result to push up that table and challenge for the league. Well Done lads 

 GFA Western Hygiene Division 1
Athenry B 1-0 Cois Fharrige

Alex Park scored the only goal of the game in the first half to win this GFA Division 1 encounter.
Athenry defended resolutely to protect their lead and Athenry held out to win all 3 points and go second in the league.
Next game is next Sunday (16th march) away to bottom side St. Patrick's at 11am.
Thanks again to our sponsors
Belville Construction
Declan Rooney Menswear

 Western Hygiene Supplies Premier
Athenry 5-1 Moyne Villa 

Athenry won 5-1 against Moyne Villa and moved into 3rd in the Premier table. Adam Duffy scored twice in the first 20 minutes of this game. With the evergreen Cathal Fahy chipping in with a third it gave Athenry a commanding 3-0 lead at half time. Atheny went 4-0 up shortly after the restart with a Ray Moran goal and another goal from Cathal Fahy put the polish on an accomplished performance. Moyne Villa grabbed a late consolation but it didn't dampen Athenry's night. A result and performance to be proud of lads!

GFA Women’s Premier Cup Semi-Final
Athenry FC 2-1 Corrib Celtic FC

A large squad of Athenry Ladies made themselves available for selection to play Corrib Celtic at home in the Galway Cup semi-final. Ella Farrelly was in superb form culminating in her well deserved opening goal in the first half. Serena Hansberry was excellent and imperious in defence and this staunchness in Athenry's backline set up the ever reliable goal scorer Nina Bodamer to score Athenry's second goal in the second half. With Corrib Celtic stung into a reaction they duly  scored a well worked goal to make it 2-1. This set up a grandstand finish for all of those spectators watching. Athenry had so many chances and near misses in this game it was a treat to see it as the minutes ticked by. Ultimately a great team performance with a lot of stand outs, too many to mention but to see 21 players turn up for such an important match shows that the club is heading in the right direction for attracting and nurturing our players in their football journeys. Roll on the final.

U19 Girls Connacht Cup Final
Athenry 4 - 3 Boyle Celtic

U19's had a great day in the Connacht Cup final in Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon versus Boyle Celtic over the weekend. Goals from Ella Farrelly, Niamh Kilgannon (x2) & Lily May Feeney brought the Connacht Title back to Athenry!!

Player of the Match - Niamh Kilgannon Coaches Brian Sweeney and Mike Noone 

U12 Girls League Cup Quarter Final

Colemanstown v Athenry 

Goals from Ella Greaney, Emma Caulfield, Ines Wolanin (the match captain) Sarah Murphy, Sophie Cosgrove (x3) and Isla Eastwood (x3) saw Athenry into the League Cup semi final. Well Done To All.

 U17 Girls Connacht Cup Final
Mervue 0-7 Athenry 

Athenry played Mervue in the Girls U17 Connacht Cup in Lecarrow, Co.Roscommon. Mollie Noone opened the scoring for Athenry and grabbed a hat trick in the process. 2 goals from Lily May Feeney and one from Nicole Mitchell &  Eve Ledwith put Athenry into a dominant position in this match and they never really looked back. A fantastic trophy to win for this team. Congratulations to coaches Mike Noone and Brian Sweeney! Player of the match was Mairead Mullins.

GFA Western Hygiene Division 1
Athenry B 1-1 Cregmore/Claregalway

B team drew at home in a local derby to Cregmore/Claregalway. Christian Mullen put Athenry 1-0 at the break with the visitors equalising in the second half from a free kick. Athenry did have chances to win the game but the Cregmore keeper was in great form to blunt anything that Athenry threw at them. A point earned but it could have been so much more.
Next game is Sunday 9th March 11am at home Vs Cois Fharrige.
Thanks again to our sponsors
Belville Construction
Declan Rooney Menswear