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<p>Denis Buckley has made 268 appearance for Connacht. Picture: INPHO/James Crombie</p>

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Roscommon native on the cusp of becoming joint-second in Connacht’s all-time appearance list

He made his debut for the province in 2011

Creggs player set to make senior international debut

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Creggs player set to make senior international debut

She has been named to start for Ireland against Scotland this Saturday

Creggs man named in Irish U-18 schools squad

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Creggs man named in Irish U-18 schools squad

There is also a healthy Roscommon representation in the Connacht’s women’s extended squad for the Interprovincials

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Strong local representation on Connacht U-17 and U-18 squads

Strong local representation on Connacht U-17 and U-18 squads

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Local rugby player ‘honoured and ‘privileged’ to receive prestigious award in US

Local rugby player ‘honoured and ‘privileged’ to receive prestigious award in US

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Creggs' adopted Kiwi proud to help club make history

Creggs' adopted Kiwi proud to help club make history

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Local rugby volunteers honoured by IRFU at Aviva Stadium

Local rugby volunteers honoured by IRFU at Aviva Stadium

Strong local interest after shortlist for Connacht Rugby awards revealed

Strong local interest after shortlist for Connacht Rugby awards revealed

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

The awards ceremony will take place next month

Creggs celebrate ‘double double’ following cup success for girls' teams

Creggs celebrate ‘double double’ following cup success for girls' teams

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

It was another red-letter weekend for the club

Creggs delighted to finally get 'monkey off the back'

Creggs delighted to finally get 'monkey off the back'

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

The club completed the league and cup double for the first time since 1989

Classy Creggs claim Connacht Junior Cup

Classy Creggs claim Connacht Junior Cup

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Their victory over Dunmore ended a 32 year wait for the ultimate prize

Creggs learn semi final opponents

Creggs learn semi final opponents

Mon, 03 Feb, 2025

They will face Mayo opposition in the Connacht Junior Cup semi final

Young Creggs man showing plenty of steel in pursuing his gridiron dreams

Young Creggs man showing plenty of steel in pursuing his gridiron dreams

Fri, 03 Jan, 2025

He has ambitions to reach the top as a kicker in American football

Local rugby players compete among best in the country

Local rugby players compete among best in the country

Sun, 29 Dec, 2024

The league is recognised as a huge boost for the players involved

Creggs RFC launch book to celebrate 50th anniversary

Creggs RFC launch book to celebrate 50th anniversary

Thu, 21 Nov, 2024

A host of special guests were present in front of a packed crowd

Irish rugby player tests out local rugby club's gym

Irish rugby player tests out local rugby club's gym

Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

The club also congratulated him on receiving his Irish citizenship.

Creggs recruit well-known local and international sportstar for women's rugby team

Creggs recruit well-known local and international sportstar for women's rugby team

Fri, 06 Sep, 2024

She marked her appearance with a vital second-half try.

Plenty of local interest in upcoming Connacht Rugby Awards

Plenty of local interest in upcoming Connacht Rugby Awards

Fri, 17 May, 2024

There will be plenty of local interest in the 2024 Connacht Rugby Awards on Saturday week, May 25th. The annual gala event will take place in the Galmont Hotel, Galway.

Creggs to host Interpros fixture

Creggs to host Interpros fixture

Sat, 04 May, 2024

Creggs RFC will host a decisive Connacht Junior Interprovincial fixture this afternoon (Saturday).

Roscommon woman scores try for Ireland at U-18 Six Nations Festival

Roscommon woman scores try for Ireland at U-18 Six Nations Festival

Fri, 29 Mar, 2024

A young County Roscommon woman scored one of Ireland’s tries during their victory against Italy and the U-18 Six Nations Festival in Wales this afternoon. Sarah Purcell grabbed her side’s second try in the 20-0 victory against Italy.

Creggs retain Connacht J1A League title in dramatic fashion

Creggs retain Connacht J1A League title in dramatic fashion

Sun, 03 Mar, 2024

It has been an afternoon to remember for Creggs RFC as the Roscommon/Galway border-based club retained their Connacht J1A League title in dramatic fashion at the Dexcom Stadium in Galway.

Creggs pushing hard for place in league final

Creggs pushing hard for place in league final

Thu, 15 Feb, 2024

Creggs secured an important bonus point win over OLBC at a windswept Dexcom Stadium in Sunday's J1C League game.

Creggs girls impress in reaching Connacht League final

Creggs girls impress in reaching Connacht League final

Fri, 12 Jan, 2024

The Creggs RFC U-18 girls’ team have qualified for the Connacht Division One League final after beating Tuam-Oughterard at The Green on Thursday evening.

Creggs take Tuam to the cleaners

Creggs take Tuam to the cleaners

Wed, 13 Dec, 2023

Creggs master the elements to enjoy big league win

Creggs overcome combined forces and the elements in war of attrition

Creggs overcome combined forces and the elements in war of attrition

Mon, 25 Sep, 2023

The Creggs U-15 team played the combined Galwegians/Galway Bay outfit in the second round of the league at The Green on Saturday afternoon. A strong wind made it hard to play expansive rugby.