Obituaries, Wednesday, January 13th, 5pm
Ocean FM has been informed of the following deaths: Margaret McGowan, Ballymote Mary Gallagher MacBride, Donegal and Achill Caoimhín (Kevin) Casey, Charlestown Trisha Glynn, Ballintogher Margaret McGowan, Cuan Iosa, Ballymote, and formerly of Tunnagh, Killavil, Ballymote, Co.…
Another injury setback for Áine Tighe
Áine Tighe’s cruel run of injuries and extended period on the sidelines is set to continue, with confirmation from her Australian Rules club Freemantle that she is “unlikely” to play in 2021. Fremantle have confirmed that the Leitrim woman will be out for an extended period of the 2021 Australian…
Get Fit for Free – Shane Hayes on the ‘Feel Good’ 5k Podcasts
Shane Hayes spoke to The Francie Boylan Show about the Sligo Sport and Recreation Partnership ‘Feel Good’ 5k Podcasts. They are free and suitable for complete beginners. So whether you want to walk, run or jog a 5k this is the podcast for you. You can sign up to the…
Women’s Six Nations is suspended
Six Nations organisers have suspended this season’s Women’s competition, and the men’s under-20’s. The women’s championship is being pushed back because most of the competing teams are amateur (with the exception of England) and this poses various Covid logistical issues in terms of testing and team bubbles. The men’s senior…
Will Seymore joins Finn Harps from Sligo Rovers
Will Seymore has joined Finn Harps from Sligo Rovers for the 2021 season. Seymore spent the 2020 season at Rovers, helping the Bit o’ Red to a fourth place finish and European qualification. The midfielder, born in America, spent time in the youth structures of Colchester and Cambridge before returning…
Tony McGowan Run goes virtual for 2021
The Tony McGowan run is going virtual this year from the 5th to the 14th of February. Brian Kerrigan from Saturday Sportbeat spoke with Oisín Dolan about how you can get involved. All the details are here to sign up. All Podcasts can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Soundcloud or wherever you find…
Point to Point racing suspended in Ireland
Point-to-Point racing in Ireland has been suspended with immediate effect. This follows updated Government guidance is that it can’t be classified as professional or elite sport. No upcoming Point-to-Point fixtures will take place until further notice.