Where do we start when it comes to Féile. Historical records show that prior to the St. James formation in 1994, Mervue and Renmore GAA had many great battles in the Féile and Mervue GAA claimed the A title on two occasions, 1983 and 1987. In 1986 Renmore got to the Féile final after beating Mervue in a marathon three games in Galway and claimed Féile glory. Both clubs
The 5th year of the U11 Darragh Frain Memorial tournament was held last weekend in Galway headquarters, Pearse Stadium. This was the 5th year of the tournament and it was possibly one of the best tournaments to date. What made the weekend was the joy on everyone's face as we remembered a great friend, Darragh Frain. Frainer would have been very proud to see so many of his friends
Lotto Numbers and NEXT DRAW (11) (14) (24) (29) No Winner! Thanks for your support Lucky Dips 1. Pat Jordan 2. Tom Frain 3. Angela Murray 4. Eleanor Coughlan Sellers Prize: Gerry Long This week’s draw FRIDAY 3rd September, Jackpot is €4,500 euro. You can sign up by clicking on the link below link for lotto: https://play.clubforce.com/play_newa.asp?ll_id=1305#Anchor
Many thanks to Michael Murphy and David Henry who produced this year's annual Darragh Frain Memorial program. The club would like to take this opportunity to thank all the people and business owners who kindly sponsored ads. The program can be accessed by clicking on the link below. Link: Darragh Frain Memorial Program 2021 Enjoy!
St. James Minor B West Board & County Championship Winners 2020. Top Row from L-R Mick Ralph logistics, Tom Frain kitman, Stephen Diviney medic, Alan O'Donnell coach, David Henry manager, Jimmy Gillespie selector, Ronan McNulty selector, Liam Finnerty selector and Kellieanne Folan medic. Middle Row from L-R Ciaran Kinsella, Joey O'Hara, Kevin Grennan, Fionán Conway, Sam O'Neill, Jack Folan, Eoin Finnerty, Jack Nolan, Darragh Neary, Daniel Kennedy, Matthew
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The club celebrated 25 years in 2020 and produced a booklet to mark the occasion. A fantastic night was had in the Clayton Hotel and we look forward to our 30th celebration in the future. You can view the publication by clicking on the link. Download 25th anniversary booklet Pictured are the St. James' GAA Committee Top Row L-R Olga Concar Murphy, Frank Kinneen, Denise Shaughnessy, Con O'Donovan,
The History of GAA Club Juvenile Chairperson David Henry is writing a book on the History of Gaelic games (Mervue G.A.A., Renmore G.A.A. and St. James G.A.A. Galway). This publication will be published in the near future. If you have an information, primary or secondary sources, please contact David: Email: davidhenrynuig@gmail.com Phone: 087-4311905
The word ‘amalgamation’ in the GAA is often treated with disdain. The thought of two rival clubs joining forces can stir resentments within and open old wounds. There is a fear of losing a sense of identity. It is rarely seen as an opportunity to create something better, something stronger.
In these difficult times GAA clubs throughout the country are eager to find ways to assist local communities. St James’ on the east side of Galway city are adopting different methods to assist members and general public in their area.
