Galway GAA has officially launched Muintir na Gaillimhe 2026, its flagship business partnership programme designed to support the continued growth and success of Galway’s intercounty teams while strengthening connections between sport, business and community across the county.

The Galway GAA Business Partnership Muintir Na Gaillimhe launch Photo: Mike Shaughnessy

The programme was launched at two well-attended events in the Galmont Hotel & Spa on January 25th and 31st, marking the beginning of the 2026 intercounty football and hurling seasons. The events brought together existing partners, management and invited guests to celebrate the collective support behind Galway GAA.

Launch Events

The football launch featured a distinguished panel representing Galway and Mayo, including:

Martin Carney (Former Mayo and Donegal star)

Kieran Fitzgerald (Galway All-Ireland winner & 2001 All-Star)

Kevin Johnson (Current Galway U20 Manager)

MC, Jonathan Higgins, The Galway GAA Business Partnership Muintir Na Gaillimhe launch Photo: Mike Shaughnessy

The hurling launch welcomed representatives from Galway and Cork, including:

Mark Landers (Cork All-Ireland winning captain, 1999)

Jason Flynn (Galway All-Ireland winner, 2017)

Kenneth Burke (Current Galway U17 Manager)

MC Ollie Turner, The Galway GAA Munitir Na Gaillimhe Hurling Season Launch 2026. Photo: Mike Shaughnessy

Both evenings highlighted the importance of partnership and the shared ambition driving Galway GAA forward.

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