Sligo Rugby is “Inspiring Generations” with launch of its five year Strategic Plan Sligo Rugby has launched its Strategic Plan 2024-2028, ‘Inspiring Generations’ today [Wednesday 1 May] at its Clubhouse at Hamilton Park in Strandhill. Founded in 1890, the Club’s Vision: Inspiring generations, focuses on continuing to develop as a strong community club as well as becoming a beacon of rugby excellence and high performance within the province. The Club’s Strategy aims to focus on Growth, Retention and Achievement with an emphasis on enhancing player skills and high performance at U16 upwards. Th ..read more

Despite Poland's tough start to the Rugby Europe Championship, Sligo Rugby's Jakub "Kuba" Wojtkowicz has earned him recognition as one of the standout players in the early rounds of the championship. Rugby Europe noted his exceptional play in the scrum, where at loosehead he has forced three penalties against opponents, showing his scrummaging prowess. In open play, Kuba has also made a significant defensive impact, completing 24 tackles, ranking him third among all props in the tournament. As Poland continue in the tournament, Kuba's role remains crucial, and all of us at Sligo Rugby extend ..read more

Sligo RFC 23 Dolphin RFC 0 Round 13 of the 2023/24 Energia All Ireland League Division 2B saw Porter Ford sponsored Sligo RFC welcome Cork City based Dolphin RFC to Hamilton Park on Saturday. Sligo were looking to continue their recent run of form, by making it three wins in a row and galvanizing their challenge for fourth position in the league to secure a spot in the promotion play offs. With the visitors providing a strong challenge, particularly in the all-important front row positions where they held a significant size advantage, Sligo had to use all their rugby smarts to overcome the opp ..read more

Sligo County Council recently announced the launch of an exciting new initiative - the Co. Sligo Rugby Development Programme. This groundbreaking collaboration between the Council and Connacht Rugby aims to grow and develop rugby across the county and provide pathways for young talent. The launch event on 29th January at Sligo County Hall welcomed the new Co. Sligo Rugby Development Officer, Ross Mannion, who will play a key role in advancing the sport across the county. Ross brings a wealth of expertise and passion that will inspire and nurture our youth. His efforts to build partnerships and ..read more

Join us as we sit down with Sligo Rugby legend Cal Goddard to chat about his amazing achievement of 100 AIL caps for the club. Cal reflects on his journey from Christchurch to the west of Ireland, his standout memories playing for Sligo, and his hopes for the upcoming Malahide game and the rest of the season!   ..read more

Sligo travelled to Belfast to take on Instonians on Saturday, with both teams in a competitive position in the All Ireland League Division 2B. Coming into the game Sligo were in 4th place, equal on league points with 2nd-place Corinthians and 3rd-place Wanderers, with Instonians top of the league, unbeaten so far. The game started with Instonians taking the initiative, scoring two converted tries to establish a 14-0 lead. Sligo showed some mettle when scrum-half Brendan Cunningham scored a try, followed by Euan Brown's conversion, making it 14-7. Sligo Debutant Juli Leszczynski at Inston ..read more

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Sligo Rugby U-13 youth team played their first match of season on Saturday, away to a strong Corinthians squad in Galway. This was the first 15 a-side match for team as they enter the youth structure. The boys played two different Corinthians teams, one in each half and put in a hard days work. They were a credit to their club on the road and polished off their trip to Galway with a well earned visit to Supermacs. #One Proud Club ..read more

KINGS OF CONNACHT Sligo Rugby 49 - 17 Buccaneers RFC For only the second time in the long history of club, Sligo Rugby are Connacht Senior League Champions, following a perfect 4 bonus point wins league campaign which was completed with an excellently crafted victory over Buccaneers at Hamilton Park on Saturday. Sligo Senior Men's XV captain, Matthew Earley, lifted the trophy to the delight of a large supporting crowd on a day that will live long in the memories of all that attended. Sligo captain Matthew Earley lifts the trophy to the delight of a large supporting crowd. Photo: Breifne Earle ..read more

Sligo Senior Mens' XV showcased an impressive performance in their second outing of the 2023/24 season, clashing against Galwegians RFC in the Connacht Senior League. The match concluded with a resounding 41-12 victory, as Sligo outscored their opponents with a remarkable tally of 7 tries to 2. The game unfolded at Crowley Park in Galway, where the morning mist had lifted, offering ideal conditions for an exhilarating display of running rugby. With both teams taking the field, the absence of strong breezes set the stage for a compelling showdown. The breakthrough moment arrived just ten minute ..read more