RENMORE ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL CLUB EST.1973

Renmore 1-1 Oranmore
K.Fitzgerald with a late equalizer to make it 6 games unbeaten for our Men's team.

Happy Xmas to all at Renmore AFC 

Thanks to Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden Linnanes Coach Hire An Pucan O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen

Mervue Utd 0 - 4 Renmore AFC
A great away win for the Renmore girls U13 Girls, Captained by Saoirse, to get their championship\division 1 cup campaign up and running. The game was tight for the first 15 minutes with Mervue edging it as the better side until a quick move through the middle set up Elise to finish calmly. At one up, Aoife was called upon to make a cracking save, with Mervue otherwise through on  goal. Then Maisy Bo came on to cause havoc on the left and capped a fine performance with a stunningly placed goal. Mervue were dangerous and Katie, Layla and Amber and Molly had their work cut out to contain a very threatening strike force. Kate G took up some clever positions  behind Ellen and there were lots of chances but it stayed a close game at two nil going into at half time.
Second half saw Teagan bring added stability at the back which allowed Lily and Caoimhe to gain control of the middle to feed out to the two excellent wingers, the imperious duo of Elise and Maisy. Lily McE and Saoirse pressed forward with menace. But the second half belonged to the mighty Rita who slotted in two superb, calm finishes to quash the game. Amazing performance from the girls. Our thanks to referee Benny Fahy officiating on Sunday.

Senior Men's team will be wrapping up their 2024 calendar at home to Maree Oranmore FC on Saturday 14th December at 2pm. Renmore currently sit in 7th spot and Maree are 6th in the table.

Thanks to all who supported us this year and especially our sponsors Linnanes Coach Hire Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen An Pucan

U10 girls and U10 Boys out this weekend in Developmental League games. Well done to all the players and coaches.

Renmore AFC Academy proudly sponsored Bon Secours Hospital Galway

 Bon Secours Hospital Galway

 Congratulations to Renmore AFC player Conor Conneely, who has been selected for the Galway FA U15 Interleague squad. The club wishes Conor and the rest of the squad all best versus Limerick County this weekend, and for the season ahead  

The Academy at Renmore AFC are delighted to announce that the sponsorship from The Bon Secours Hospital, Galway will continue into the future. The Academy has grown dramatically over the past number of years and the support from the Bon Secours Hospital, Galway has been a vital part of that. Rob Alone, representing the Bon Secours Hospital, Galway came to visit the Academy on Saturday last to see the energy, enthusiasm and fun that the players are experiencing each week at the Renmore AFC Academy. 

 Bon Secours Hospital Galway

 PREMIER DIVISION RESULT:

Renmore 1-1 Athenry

Renmore extended their unbeaten run to 5 games with a good point at home to Athenry. Cian Specht opened the scoring with a fine header from a Niall Martyn corner. Athenry levelled before half time and the 2nd half was a stalemate. Next up is Oranmore at home on Saturday December 14th.

Massive game for our Men's team in the Premier Division against Athenry Football Club. 

Kick off 2pm on Saturday 30th November in West Park. All support greatly appreciated.

Big thanks to Linnanes Coach Hire Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen An Pucan

 Our ladies team hit Kiltimagh/Knock on Saturday to represent Renmore AFC on the FAI Cadburys Kick Fit blitz. Very proud of our ladies.

 The FAI Cadbury Kick Fit programme is a fun and non-competitive recreational social programme for women 18+, with no experience necessary. While the primary aim of this programme is to keep fit and create a social group, most clubs who have run this programme have benefitted from recruitment of additional female coaches, female committee members & formation of a women’s team. The programme will run in 61 venues across the country in 2024, running for 8 weeks, with one-hour sessions per week.  

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PREMIER DIVISION RESULT:
Galway Hibernians 1-1 Renmore
Goal: Cian Specht
Points were shared in Bohermore as Renmore gave another excellent  performance to make it 4 games unbeaten s goalkeeper Cian Costello made it 2 penalty saves in successive games.

GFA U15 Division 5 saw Renmore up against Cregmore/Claregalway  at home on Saturday. Liam O'Donnell had an insspired first half scoring four goals to give Renmore a 4-1 halftime lead. Second half saw a goal from Ryan Dillon to secure the 5-1 win for the Blues. Cregmore/Claregalway, despite the scoreline had chances to get back into the game with the Renmore defence working hard all game long. Special thanks to man in the middle Stephen Doherty and 

a massive thank you to our sponsor The Full Duck Cafe

Our Men's team return to league action this Saturday at 2pm in Bohermore against Galway Hibernians. Massive 3 points up for grabs. All the best lads

With thanks to out sponsors O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen Linnanes Coach Hire An Pucan Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden

 U10 girls played a blinder against Craughwell FC on Sunday. Well done to all the girls, great effort by all!

Thanks to Oliver Geoghegan Car Sales for sponsoring the girls kit!

 Best of luck to Renmore AFC men's manager Stuart Donoghue and Brendan O'Connor of Maree Oranmore FC as they lead the Galway League's Oscar Traynor team into battle against Mayo this Sunday! Galway, who defeated Roscommon 2-0 in their opening home game will go into this fixture with much confidence despite losing this corresponding fixture to Mayo 4-1 last season at Eamonn Deacy Park. Roscommon themselves eked out a tight scrappy victory over Sligo/Leitrim in their opening match. Kick Off is on Sunday 10th November at Umbro Park in Milebush, Mayo at 2pm. 

Born 2020 Onwards?

If so then we want you to come along to U5's footy on Saturdays from 9.00-9.30am on Saturdays at the Renmore Community Centre. So grab those boots and parents & guardians of course and come to where the fun is!

Forget the hustle & bustle of footy and get involved in 'Walking Football'.  Walking football is a non-contact sport. It offers significant physical and mental health benefits. As a team-based activity Walking Football is a great way to socialise and meet others. 

It begins on 13th (wed) & 14th (thu)  November and is on at the Knocknacarra Community Centre on Wednesdays 2-3pm & Renmore Community Centre Thursdays 1-2pm. So why not send an enquiry to jason.craughwell@galwaycity.ie for further details. 

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Renmore 3-1 NUIG

Renmore produced an excellent performance to make it 3 wins from 3 games in all competitions. More importantly it's an all important 3 points to keep Renmore in contention for a good finish in a very competitive Galway FA Premier league this season. Currently with 6 sides all within 2 points of each other even at this early stage there will be many more great games to come. With goals coming from Daniel Kinneen, Conor Murray & Sammy Omokua, and a massive penalty save from Keeper Cian Costello it was a good day for the home side. Fantastic support on the day and a BIG thanks especially to our sponsors An Pucan Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden Linnanes Coach Hire O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen

U12 Girls won 6-1 over a very sporting Oughterard. Lily scored 2 with Kate adding another to make it 3-0 at half time. Oughterard came back strongly at the restart and scored to make it 3-1 but with Renmore Captain & goalie Aoife in great form Renmore eased away with further goals from Ellen x2 and Maisy Bo to seal a good win. A shout out to the Oughterard keeper who prevented a certain goal but suffered an injury in the process. We wish her a speedy recovery.

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Renmore Men's team return to league action this Saturday looking to build on an impressive showing in the Connacht Cup last weekend. Kick off 2 pm in Dangan. All support appreciated.

With thanks to our sponsors An Pucan O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden Linnanes Coach Hire

 Thanks to all our Renmore AFC community for coming along to our 2km Family fun run for Temple Street Hospital. Thanks to Claire Brennan for all the organising, thanks to all our spooky scarers from the u14 team. Thanks to all the parents for bringing along the kiddos! It was a lovely way to spend the time on this sunny morning! 

 CONNACHT CUP RESULT:
Renmore 6-1 Merville
Scorers: P.Mckernon x3, C.Murray x2, K.Fitzgerald x1

Assists: C.Specht x2, S.Omokua x1, S.May x1, D.Rees x1, D.Kinneen x 1

Serious Performance by the lads.
On to round 2!

 Congratulations to Renmore u13's Saoirse, Caoimhe, Elise and Molly for their selection on the Galway Interleague Teams. All the team and coaches are super proud of these fantastic representatives for our club! 

 Renmore Reds picked up 3 crucial points in the U15 Boys Championship on Saturday in Kiltullagh, in a contest that proved a thriller for all in attendance. Renmore started on the front foot and took an early lead after Naoise Gorham got on the end of a cross from Eanna Daly. Naoise got his second of the game when he latched onto a through ball from Liam Kelly midway through the half and the score line remained at 2 nil, despite chances for both sides, until Eanna finished a Luke Seoighe cross with a clever header just before half-time. In the second half, Kiltullagh attacked at every opportunity to try to find a way back into the game. Renmore created a flurry of chances on the counter but the Kiltullagh keeper pulled off some breathtaking saves to keep them in the contest, and it almost paid off as they found two late goals, the first a clever finish after beating the offside trap, and the second a superb curling effort to the top corner, to make Renmore sweat, but the away team held on for a deserved victory. 

Renmore AFC U8 and U9 girls playing a blitz today against Knocknacarra. What a beautiful morning for football!

Renmore AFC Academy is proudly sponsored by Bon Secours Hospital Galway

 As per GFA notice, all Athenry club games, scheduled for SUNDAY OCT 20TH, are postponed as a result of the Orange Weather warning.  

 (POSTPONED DUE TO ORANGE WEATHER WARNING)

Connacht Cup Round 1

 Merville Utd vs Renmore

K.O 1pm  Merville Sunday 20th Oct

Renmore return to action this weekend making the trip to Sligo in the Connacht Cup. There will be a limited number of spaces on the bus travelling up Sunday morning. If any supporters want to travel please contact Stuart O'Donoghue.

With thanks to our team sponsors O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen Linnanes Coach Hire An Pucan Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden

 WOW - What a performance from Renmore U14B Girls in Division One on Sunday 13th Oct as they beat a very accomplished Athenry side. Athenry were  set up with a strong ethos on attack but Renmore didn't buckle as they proved every bit as resilient as their visitors today. Captain Joni Hearne marshalled her midfield fantastically well and Renmore scored the all important opener in the 2nd half through Grace Dunbar. As expected Athenry reacted but defensively Renmore showed fortitude in holding them back. With all bodies to the pump at times Renmore held out to claim a massive win and three points. 

Thanks to ref John O'Rourke and to The Connacht Hotel  for their continued sponsorship.

Renmore AFC reserves played East Galway United on Sunday and went ahead early on in the game through Nial Kirton and the same player added a second goal half way through the first period. East Galway United came storming back at their Kiltormer home and owing as much to Renmores defensive errors as United's resilience it was shortly 2-2 as the home side battled back to parity. Second half and Renmore moved up a gear after these set backs and put the Kiltormer team under severe pressure as they ramped up the pace for most of the second half. Then the last couple of minutes of the game saw more last ditch defending from United as they tried to clear yet another Renmore foray forwards. But it was left to Harry Greaney who took possession of the ball almost at the halfway line, ran forcibly towards the penalty box and unleashed an unstoppable shot that saw it nestle in the back of the net, much to the delight of the Renmore players, management and supporters alike. Next game is at home to Moyne Villa on 27th October. All support appreciated for this exciting team to watch.

Renmore 2-0 Corrib Celtic 

U13 Championship Girls

Two wins in the Championship see's Renmore making a strong start to the season with no less than 11 goals from these games. Goals from Lily McCarroll & a superb long range strike from Elise Day grabbed the points for the home side against a strong Corrib opposition.

Renmore’s Captain Layla Faraj Gheziel was excellent bossing the midfield all day and goalie Aoife Curran was alert throughout to see any dangers come from the Celtic forward line. Excellent result and performances from all. Next game is Oughterard at home. All support welcomed and encouraged!

  Tesco Doughiska has added Renmore AFC as part of their Community Fund collection for the coming weeks! The more blue tokens the more money for the club! Get in there supporting Tesco and get some funds for the club! 

 MENS PREMIER DIVISION RESULT:

Renmore 3-2 Loughrea

A tight home victory for the Senior Men's team in the GFA Premier Division on Saturday. With goals from Dan Kinneen, Cian Specht & Connor Fahy securing a valuable three points at this early stage of the season.

 Terrible conditions at the weekend saw an exciting game of football with St Bernards away in Abbeyknockmoy. With the home side going in at the break 1 nil up, it was going to be tougher for Renmore as they found themselves 2 nil down shortly after the break. Renmore battled back as the team started to find their feet in the wet & blustery conditions. Rita Keenan grabbed a goal to give the visitors hope and made it an exciting end to the game as both sides gave their all. Chances came to both sides as the minutes went by but both defences held firm until the final whistle. A good advert for the girls game despite the weather making it difficult to control the ball at times.

With thanks to our team sponsor Delight

  Big game this Saturday in West Park. Come down and support the boys in this crucial league game on Saturday.

 What a great day for our U10's who took on Athenry in Renmore over the weekend. Lots of skills and great effort on display from both groups of players. These events show to all that football brings everyone together. Well done to all of the players, managers, mentors and parents & guardians.

 Renmore Reds beat Longford side Newtown FC 5-2 in Renmore Avenue at lunchtime on Saturday in the U15 SFAI Cup. Renmore took an a 2 goal lead through Lisandro Gjegjaj and Callum Flynn, before Newtown pulled a goal back. Eanna Daly scored another for Renmore to restore the two goal cushion before Newtown grabbed another to make it 3-2 at half time. Second half saw Renmore's Conor Conneely scored twice to settle Renmore nerves once again.

 U13 Girls
Mervue 0-1 Renmore 

The u13 Renmore girls, captained by Molly, got their first three points in the Championship this morning with a goal from Saoirse capping a fine team display. Special mention to our backs (and a goal line clearance from Layla) which contributed to a great performance overall. 

Martin McDonnell pictured with the U15 boys team today sponsoring the team kit for another season. It is so great to have a local business sponsoring our boys again this season. The boys went on the win the game this morning at home in Renmore. Thanks Martin for your continued support!

With thanks to The Full Duck Cafe

Our Men's team line out this Saturday 21st September at 2pm in West Park. Make the most of the indian summer and come show your support.

With thanks to O'Reillys Bar and Kitchen An Pucan Linnanes Coach Hire Crowe's Bar & Beer Garden

 U12 Boys had a convincing day over Maree/Oranmore at the weekend kicking off their campaign with a win in the GFA Division 5. Well done lads on getting full points.

Special thanks to our team sponsors Duggans Pharmacy

Under 12 Girls Result:
Renmore AFC 3 - 1 Bearna
U12 Girls showed character in their first home game of the season in the Premier Division. Going 1 nil down early in the game they settled into their rhythm and came back strongly. Goalies Millie MacGabhann & Cliodhna Ni Chonghaile in both halves were excellent. Renmore's back line were steadfast in defending, Kyla Roache, Alexa Geoghegan, Holly Duffy, Ellen Irwin and Lucy Davis all stepping up in the game. Wingers Cara Mahon, Rebecca Whyte, Anna Lynagh and Neasa O'Donnell were busy up and down the field. Substitutes Annie Meabh Mullins and Kate O'Donoghue showed what strength in depth this squad has. 

Goals were scored by Neasa (x2) and Millie (x1).

Renmore AFC U12 Girls proudly supporting Galway Hospice

 U14 Girls played away in the first round of the Connaught Cup in Castlebar on Saturday 14th September. Renmore created numerous chances throughout the game and were unlucky not to get on the scoresheet. They can be very proud of their efforts but today wasn't their day and they look forward to the Shield competition for this season. Notable performances on the day go to Aimee Ryan in goals, Elise Day in midfield and Emily Kelly up front who along with the the whole team battled through adversity on the day. 

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Athenry 5-4 Renmore

A wild wet night in Athenry saw a classic match that saw joy and despair from both sides at various different stages of the match. Athenry raced into a 4 nil lead before Renmore's Kieran McGinty grabbed a goal back on 41 minutes and just before half time Cian Specht made it 4-2 to give hope to the visitors. With Renmore revitalised through this mini revival McGinty scored once again to make it 4-3 and as the game came to its last few minutes Aaron Moran headed into the net to make it 4-4. When it looked like a draw was going to be the end result Athenry got a corner and from this Renmore conceded to give the home side a 5-4 victory to break Renmore hearts. A great game to watch for those fortunate to be there on the Friday night.

Next Match up for our Senior Men's team will be Friday 13th Sept away to Athenry 8pm Moonbaun Astro.

All support greatly appreciated!

U6's and U7's are back for the new season on Saturday 7th September in the sunshine! Proceedings get underway at 9am. The Academy pitch is behind the clubhouse  

Renmore Seniors will be looking to bounce back after a tough night in Clarenbridge versus Colga during the week. Next game is at home on Saturday against the Students from Galway Uni with a 2pm kick off.

All support greatly appreciated!

Thanks again to all our sponsors and supporters!  

The games keep a coming! 

 After a disappointing 4-2 defeat to Moyne Villa at home Renmore Senior A travel to Clarenbridge to face Colga at 8:15pm this Wednesday. All support greatly appreciated 

U12 Boys were delighted to get their season off to a great start on Sunday with their new kit sponsored by Duggans Pharmacy Renmore.

Thanks to all who turned out

 Our U12 girls went to the Drom to play against Salthill Devon in a friendly match. Both teams did a great display of football and fair play in a windy evening!
Well done to all the girls on the pitch, and thank you Salthill for the great game!

Last Camp of the Summer next week in Renmore! Last few places available. Call 086 195 6424 to book.

   Renmore AFC U14's were presented with the Cup and medals for winning the GFA Boys U14 Division 1 league, at half time in the Galway Utd vs Longford game on Friday, in EDP, (Utd won 6-0!!!). GFA legend, Art Friel, presented the medals to the lads. Many thanks to the Galway Football Association and to Galway Utd for helping to mark the occasion. 

  Whether you want to play or help out. Renmore are gearing up for the all new season ahead and want as many people to get involved with their Community based club. Players, Coaches, Volunteers such as photographers, social media contributors, fundraisers, committee members, we want you. Consider joining us for the all new 2024/25 season ahead.  Please Contact Club Volunteer Louise 087-7872411 

  Renmore Senior Men's A team are back for pre-season on 11th July. So if you think you have what it takes give Team Manager Stuart a call. 085-8775795

  With the massive increase in women's & girls sports over the years the game of football needs you to get involved. Even if you don't want to play then why not officiate? Why not consider becoming a referee and get involved. In July, there will be 23 FREE Referee Beginners Courses taking place around the country. If you would like to consider it and Sign Up then please see our link Now at https://www.fai.ie/.../how-become-referee-free-referee.../ 

 Competition time for those going to Power Soccer Summer Camps 2024! Click our link above.

 Any mom's, aunts, sisters or neighbours who would like to join  us! Social soccer is back up and running on Wednesdays at 8pm at the Renmore AFC Clubhouse! And it's Free! All and any level are welcome. Great bunch of ladies and we would love more to join us for an hour of fun, exercise and football.

Our club was founded in 1973 by a group of people who shared a passion for sports and wanted to create a community based club that would give everyone the opportunity to participate, thrive and to enjoy being part of something good. We look forward to welcoming you into our club for the new season ahead.

A season of highlights and drama saw  Renmore AFC secure Premier League status for the all new 2024/25 season ahead. A fantastic feat achieved despite injuries to big players and some tough luck during some games! Recruitment and planning starts now and we will be hoping to push on next season and challenge for silverware. 

From our Academy to girls & boys teams through to our Women & Mens sides Renmore is a club that is very much based in the community. We organise and participate in various events throughout the year, Please keep checking here and on our social media to get involved.  Facebook 

Congratulations to the U15 boys for winning the Division 3/4 cup in a sunny Eamonn Deacy Park at the weekend. Winning 5-4 versus Galway Bohemians it was Nathan Kenny who scored early doors after 2 minutes but Bohs hit back almost immediately to equalise. Nikhil Vegi, Nathan Kenny's second goal of the game and a Leon Cussen free kick saw Renmore fly into a commanding 4-1 lead at half time. Second half and a totally different game as Bohs came out flying looking to get back into the game. Within 15 minutes it was 4-3 and Renmore had to dig deep as Leon Cussen scored once again to make it 5-3 to give a bit of breathing space between the two sides. Bohs showed resilience and scored late on to make it a nervous last five minutes for all but our boys prevailed in what was a very exciting game of football.

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Renmore Reds were crowned GFA U14 Boys Division 1 Champions in a final day top of the table clash against St Bernards. Renmore won the game in convincing manner with a 4-1 victory. Conor Conneely x2, Liam Kelly & Naoise Gorham all scored for Renmore to make them 2023-24 league champions resulting in Championship football next year for this fantastic bunch of lads. Squad list is as follows Liam Kelly, Lisandro Gjegaj, Paddy McCarroll, Eanna Daly, Niall McHugh, Callum Flynn, Finn Lynagh, Josh O'Reilly, Naoise Gorham, Harry Collins, Jamie Caslin, Finn O'Reilly, Greg MacSweeney, Conor Conneely, Oisin Gorham.

 Thanks to everyone who came along to our 2023/2024 Awards Night followed by the Greyhound Race Night fundraiser at The Galway Greyhound Stadium. 

It's all happening at the dogs as we will be handing out our Senior Renmore AFC player awards at our fundraiser event being held this Saturday 25th May. With our player awards (6pm) preceding our family fundraiser event it promises to be a great evening at the Galway Greyhound Track. Look forward to meeting you all there.

It's all set and ready to go for our fundraiser. It promises to be an event to remember. Lots to do on the evening for all the family and those who love a good night out. So let's all go to the dogs together! Tickets now available.

 The Renmore AFC U12 Maroon Girls played their hearts out, right to end at the Premier Cup Final in Eamonn Deacy Park. It wasn’t to be for them on the day but they kept at it and can certainly draw lots of positives from the whole experience. Congrats to the Knocknacarra girls on their win. We’ll be back! 

Renmore are through to the final of the Division 3/4 Cup after an entertaining game against West Utd that ended 2-2 in 'the Swamp'. Going down 1-0 on 30 minutes Renmore got back into the game through a penalty won by Nikhil Vegi and driven home by Leon Cussen. With time slowly counting down to the final whistle it was Josh O'Reilly's mazy run and finish that had Renmore in raptures only for West to equalise at the death to send the game into extra time. Stalemate after the extra period and then the dreaded penalties. Goalkeeper Oisin Murphy stepped up to the plate and was fantastic in saving 2 penalties to put Renmore into the cup final against Galway Bohemians in Eamonn Deacy Park. Excellent performance, defensively good and another final for the club. 

 A great day in store for our supporters as the U12 girls are in soccer action in the Premier Division Cup final. Playing against Knocknacarra FC at Eamonn Deacy Park on Saturday 18th May. It promises to a be a great day for both sides regardless of the result. Kick off is at 10AM (ZZZZ).  All of Renmore AFC wishes you the very best! 

U11 girls are Swan Cup Champions!
Congratulations to the U11 team who had a great victory in Eamon Deacy Park yesterday. It was a hard fought battle with the game at 1-0 at half time. Colga FC equalising early in the second made it an edge of your seat contest for the rest of the game. The Renmore AFC girls battled on to come out winners at the end of a great game of football. 

The Galway Football Association put on an amazing day for all the U11 teams and their coaches yesterday. Eamonn Deacy Park was looking it best yesterday and it was great to see so many people out supporting the girls throughout the day. Thanks to everyone involved in making it happen. 

Thanks to Colga FC for a great game and we will meet again soon. Best of luck in your football future 

An fantastic day for our U11's in the Swan Cup Final on Sunday (12th May) against Colga FC at Eamonn Deacy Park in Galway. A great experience and performance from the team. Well Done to both sides and to their supporters and respective managements on an entertaining and enjoyable day.

Renmore AFC Fundraiser 2024!

Night at Galway Greyhound Stadium.
Tickets can be bought using the link below - include your name when booking for ticket collection. Tickets must be bought through the club to contribute to the fundraiser - tickets bought at the gate on the night will NOT be attributed to the club.

How can you support:
Tickets: €10 for a single, €30 for a family.
Advertising:
Full page advertisement - €200
Half page advertisement - €100

We are also looking for race sponsors! Please get in touch on renmoresoccer@gmail.com 

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U15 boys qualified for the semi final of the league cup with a 4-0 away win to Corrib Celtic. Renmore will play the winner of Knocknacarra v West Utd (14th May). Leon Cussen opened the scoring with Josh O'Reilly instrumental in an unfortunate own goal by a Corrib defender. Hugo Lynagh scored Renmore's third and Nathan Kenny finished the scoring on the day to cap off a memorable game of football.

We had the final day of the Maree Oranmore FC Invitational on Sunday with a parade, some great football and some Galway United F.C. Women's team and Men's presenting the medals at the end of each tournament. Renmore AFC were delighted to have players from U7, U8 and U9 taking part in the final day!

A big thank you to Maree/Oranmore FC for organising a great tournament again this year. We would also like to thank all the parents at Renmore AFC for bringing the players along throughout the season. Finally well done to all the coaches for their continued work with these players!

The Academy at Renmore AFC finished up with a big celebration on Saturday. We were delighted to spend time in the sunshine as a group of players, parents, volunteers and coaches for a fun session for all. We were lucky enough to have visitors from the FAI Galway City, Emer Flatley and Barry McGann to present the club with its FAI Club Mark One Star Award sponsored by Circle K Ireland . Jason Craughwell from Galway City Partnership was also on hand to participate and join in with the celebrations. To see some highlights see  Renmore AFC Funday 2024 and F.A.I Club Mark 1 Star Award. (youtube.com) 

It was fantastic to see such a large number of our Academy available for the presentation along with players from our Underage teams and our Premier Division Squad. The Academy at Renmore AFC is proudly sponsored by Bon Secours Hospital Galway.

 Congratulations to Renmore AFC who have secured Premier League status for next season. A massive achievement for a group that have had hard luck all season with injuries to big players but the future is bright with the current squad and with some recruitment this summer the lads will be hoping to push on next season and challenge for silverware

U13 girls are in the Division 2/3 Cup Final where Renmore AFC will take on Kinvara in Eamonn Deacy Park on Sunday 28th April with an 11am kick off.

Please come along and support our girls.

 Michael Byrne Cup Result 

Renmore AFC 1-2 Athenry Football Club 

An agonising injury time winner for Athenry saw Renmore exit the cup after a incredible performance against the Connacht Champions. Renmore's goal came from Conor Murray. Next up this Saturday at 2pm is a local derby as we face Mervue Utd in West Park hoping to secure Premier status for next season. Lets get a huge crowd down again to support the lads!

A large crowd at home in West Park saw Renmore AFC Men's Seniors draw 2-2 versus 4th placed Colga FC. Attendees were treated to a highly entertaining game with Renmore's goals scored by Kieron McGinty and Conor Murray, with Colga's courtesy of a brace from Tom Daly. A share of the points will add to Renmore's survival battle to remain in the Premier League for the 24/25 season. Next game featured for the Seniors will be the home tie in the Michael Byrne Cup Quarter Final this Wednesday (25th April) 6.45pm Kick Off  in West Park all support welcome.

After this win it will now be U11, U12 & U13's Girls teams who will be playing Finals in Eamonn Deacy Park.

 
Renmore Navy team had goalie Cliodhna Ni Chonghaile in great form, with her backline also performing extremely well in the wonderful weather. Millie MacGabhann grabbed a first half hat trick as she and goalie Cliodhna then swapped roles in the second half with Cliodhna adding more goals. Ellie Forde also scored and her overall contribution was excellent in the win.

The Renmore Maroon team kicked off their match with a brilliant strike from Saoirse De Paor that opened the scoring and with Sophia Bouchier in goal first half the game was an entertaining affair. Second half saw Renmore defend really well with great work from Neasa O’Donnel, Lucy Davis, Kyla Roache & Ellen Irwin. Rebecca Whyte now in goal was also excellent and with Annie-Meabh Mullins in the forward line it was visitors Renmore Maroon who managed to hold out and grab a great result.

 U13 girls are off to EDP as well!!

Renmore under 13 girls Abby Lohan scored a sublime free kick to get the girls on their way. Renmore took their lead into the break having had the majority of possession in the first half. Barna came back strongly in the second half but again our back four held firm with Aimee Ryan performing heroics in goal. Lots of great performances on the day and we hope to see you all in EDP.

Renmore AFC 3-2 Oughterard 

Nathan Kenny scored a league cup hat trick as the boys came back late on to win this game. Trailing 2-1 with 5 minutes left the boys rallied as they never gave up and gained belief as the closing minutes ticked away. What a cup tie!!!

U12 Girls are off to EDP for the Final!

Captain Elise led Renmore against rivals Barna in what was a repeat of last years match. Lily opened the scoring as Aoife in goal was magnificent as her defence held firm against a strong Barna attack. With the game ebbing and flowing it was Saoirse who scored the second to seal the match and a trip to Galways iconoc ground. Well Done Girls.

 A massive game coming up this weekend in the Premier Division. Renmore play at home in Westpark versus Colga on Saturday 20th April with a 2pm scheduled kick off. All support welcomed and appreciated.

 Big Congratulations to the Renmore AFC  U18’s squad who got through to the U18 Division 1/2 Cup final with a superb 3-2 victory over MacDara FC in Carraroe at the weekend. Goals from Liam Conneely, Aillil Connolly and Michael Smyth done the damage in the first half and an excellent display of goalkeeping by Nara Coll saw the lads qualify.

On Friday morning, Renmore U13 boys travelled to the renowned Loughborough University in the English midlands, to participate in the UK international soccer cup tournament. Facing junior premier league teams (the level just below professional academies) from all over the UK, they got a taste of elite schoolboy football. On the pitch they played 6 matches across 2 days, competing well against physical & skilful opponents, they never gave in and in the final game, lost narrowly 1-0 to a Welsh side in a 5th/6th play-off final. The Solihull Academy from just outside Birmingham were crowned U13 cup champions. What happened on the pitch was only part of the story, travelling abroad with their teammates in a tournament setting, in world-class facilities, having the craic in the hotel each evening is an experience they won’t forget and hopefully it paves the way for more Renmore teams to follow in their footsteps. The boys represented the club so well in the way they conducted themselves, we are very proud and many thanks to the coaches and parents who made the journey.

We had a unreal session in the wind and rain yesterday evening... all the girls and boys braved the elements! It was made a huge amount easier due to a few very special guests from Galway United F.C. Women's team! Thanks so much to Phil Trill, Theresa Keane, Marc O'Goill, Stephen Naughton, Róisín Jacob and Isabella Beletic for a wonderful visit and best of luck in your game at the weekend!

There is a massive game on at the weekend and it's the Michael Byrne Cup Quarter Final versus Athenry this Saturday. A distraction from the league perhaps but with an early bird 11am scheduled kick off it promises to be a tough and exciting league cup game against the premier front runners. It's on at home in Renmore's West Park so please come on down and show your support which will be greatly appreciated in the early kick off.

For the first time in many years, a Renmore AFC team are going on a foreign footballing adventure. In what we hope is the first of many trips for the club over the coming years, one of our U13 boys’ teams are travelling this weekend to Loughborough in the UK for the 'UK International Cup' UK. Hosted at the renowned Loughborough University sports campus – home to some of the world’s best athletes, planning has been underway over the past few months for this trip, which will see the boys compete against teams from all over the UK over 2 days. They travel out Friday and return Monday in what should be a memorable experience for the boys. Thanks to Castle Group Ireland, the boys will travel in style in their new tracksuits. The best of luck to the boys and parents who are travelling, may you compete well and enjoy it.

Renmore AFC U14 Red Boys were involved in this Div 1 clash, the Reds took a very early lead when Lisandro Gjegaj got the final touch to a Josh O'Reilly corner in the opening minutes and maintained that advantage until late in the half when Merlin's midfield talisman Eddie, who has a history of scoring worldie's against Renmore, pulled out another screamer to level the game at the half. Merlin took the lead early in the second half before a long range free kick from Niall McHugh, a thunderous left footed strike from Conor Conneely and a delicious chip from outside the box from Oisin Gorham gave the Reds a 2 goal cushion. Merlin battled until the final whistle and brought the score back within 1 to make it a nervous final few minutes for the Reds, but they stood strong and left with all 3 points. This was a fantastic spectacle for all in attendance, with both teams giving everything. Many thanks to John Thornton for officiating in this one. 

Thanks as always to MacSweeney and Company for sponsoring our team this season.

Renmore AFC U14 Blue Boys took part in a 7 goal thriller with the Blues coming out on the wrong side of a 4-3 scoreline against Athenry Football Club in Division 5. The odds seemed heavily weighted against The Blues very early in the contest with Athenry; finding themselves 1 nil down and losing goalkeeping stalwart Cillian King to injury almost immediately after kick off. Leon Carty filled in admirably between the sticks and two superb goals from Padraig O'Flaitheartha turned the game around to give the Blues the lead at halfway. The Blues had chances to extend the lead, but the incredible effort from the entire squad started to take its toll and they found themselves 4-2 down with 10 minutes to go. The heads never bowed though, and when Nathan Fondja closed the gap to 1 with a few minutes remaining, the Blues gave every ounce of effort possible to try to draw level, but Athenry held firm to leave with the points. Best of luck to Athenry in their push for honours this season and many thanks to Brian Lynch for officiating in this one.

Thanks as always to The Full Duck for supporting our team this season.

  It was announced on Friday 29th March that the Galway Football Association is to become one of the Football Association of Irelands designated 'Football Tester Leagues' with the adoption of an Open Age Category Division. The experimental league is to be installed this Summer for Men/Boys and will see players from aged 12 to adult compete on the same team in a round robin tournament in a designated 'non competitive' competition. The GFA is looking for 'expressions of interest' from all Galway registered clubs for it's inaugural 10 team division that is hoping to kick off on Sunday 23rd June 2024. The 'Age Open' league will see a further expansion in 2025 for Ladies/Girls and the possibility, going forward for mixed age open teams from 2026 onwards. 

 Happy Easter to all of our players, managers, supporters, sponsors, parents & guardians. Keep Safe and enjoy the mini break.

  It is a big game for the boys this weekend, we need a big home crowd behind the Renmore AFC Premier team this Saturday. Premier survival is at stake. Come On The Lads!!!

  The U11 girls played an unreal game away to Oughterard AFC. The girls played out of their skins and we are so proud of their performance. Best of luck to Oughterard for the rest of the season. 

 Easter is almost here! Some great fun to be had over the holidays with Coach John and team.

 Liam Mellows GAA Club

Easter Carnival taking place on Easter Sunday, from 10am to 2pm, at Ballyloughane (Eircode H91 K2T1). Lots of indoor and outdoor games suitable for all ages, Easter egg hunt, cake sale, face painting, prizes and much more - a guaranteed Egg-tastic time! www.liammellows.ie

The Bon Secours Hospital Galway Academy at Renmore AFC was out and about in all kinds of weather this weekend again!

The U10 girls played away in Moyne Villa on Saturday evening and had a great game out there in the beautiful facilities. 

The U9 girls and boys were out Sunday in the Maree Oranmore FC Invitational and gave it their all!

Renmore AFC 2-0 Kiltullagh Pioneers FC
Our u13's came away from Kiltullagh with a win on Tuesday night in what was the final league game of the season for the girls. The girls have done us proud this season and have improved so much having moved up a division and playing on a full pitch. Football and the result wasn't to matter on Tuesday, as prior to the game there was a minute silence beautifully observed by all in attendance in honour of the sad loss of the brave and inspiring Saoirse Ruane. Everyone at Renmore AFC sends their condolences to the family, friends and all the Kiltullagh community. May she rest in peace.

Congratulations to Will Walsh and Liam Duggan who won the 2 sets of tickets from our fundraiser draw on Saturday. Thanks to everyone who got involved in the club draw raising much needed funds for the club. We hope you all enjoy the big game on Saturday in The Aviva Stadium this Saturday #COYBIG.

Thanks to #Citylinkexpress and #citylink for providing us with the free bus tickets for our winners also.

Happy Saint Patrick's Day to all of our players, managers, parents, guardians, supporters, sponsors & fans....phew......

Enjoy The Day 

 Shout Out to Niall Murphy one of our dedicated volunteer 'groundspeople' who was out last week getting the pitches ready for the upcoming matches. We would also like to thank Bernard Nolan from Stevie's Garden Machinery who is a parent and coach within the club! Thanks for dropping off the lawnmower this morning. It is very much appreciated Lads! FIND STEVIES GARDEN MACHINERY HERE

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  Renmore AFC are delighted to be a part of a 5 club initiative launched last Friday in The g Hotel & Spa. We are united in our commitment to ensuring that club members have access to free period products and have FabLittleBag on hand so club members can easily manage their period needs, and other clubs are coming on board. 

Renmore Hockey Club, St. James' Ladies Football Club, Cumann Rámhaíochta Choláiste na Coiribe, Liam Mellows GAA Club and Renmore AFC have many girls and women participating in 1 or more of these sports and we are delighted to support them in this simple and small way.

 Women in Sport (WIS) week is taking place March 4th– 10th 2024. The aim of Women in Sport Week is to Celebrate every woman and girl who plays, coaches, officiates, volunteers, works in and leads out on Women in Sport. 

This year's themes for Women in Sport Week are as follows:

Monday 4th - High Performance

Tuesday 5th - Visibility

Wednesday 6th - Leadership & Governance

Thursday 7th - Coaching & Officiating

Friday 8th - International Women's Day

Saturday 9th - Parkrun WIS

Sunday 10th - Active Participation

 https://www.sportireland.ie/women-in-sport/women-in-sport-week

U16 Boys team received their new kit at their training session on Monday evening. A fantastic SHOUT OUT to Sean at Firstaid.ie for their sponsorship. First Aid Training Service is a Galway based company. They provide First Aid Courses nationally throughout Ireland training corporate, business, industry clients & the general public. All Instructors & Examiners hold current certification from the National Ambulance Training School, and have field experience in First Aid for many years.

Check Out Their Website here

 First Aid Training Services Ireland 

  Renmore’s U12 Girls Elise Day, Saoirse McHugh and Caoimhe Murray represented the club for the Galway Interleague team over the weekend. 

Well Done Girls.

 A huge game in the fight for survival this weekend as Renmore AFC take on St Bernards at home this Saturday with a 2pm kick off. Renmore are currently 5 points ahead of bottom side St Bernards but the Abbeyknockmoy side have two games in hand to try to make up the gap between them and safety. All support greatly appreciated in what is a huge game for the club.

U12 Maroon Girls lost out to Ballymote Celtic on penalties in the Connacht Cup quarter final which was credit to the both sides involved. Renmore's Lily McErlain scored Renmore's opener. But Ballymote battled back to equalise early in the second half and despite numerous chances, that's how it ended at full time. Renmore Captain Layla Faraj Gheizel showed excellent leadership on the pitch and kept Renmore going as extra time was played all to no avail and the dreaded penalties called.

Renmore’s keeper Aoife Curran saved a penalty brilliantly to keep hopes alive but the excellent Ballymote keeper won the day for the 'hoops'. Great game and we wish Ballymote all the best in the semis!