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A regular gathering of backgammon players in the west of Ireland
We meet on Tuesdays, at 8pm in The Trappers Inn, Tuam Rd
About Backgammon Galway
Backgammon Galway is a casual gathering of enthusiasts who have been meeting together sharing their love of the game since late 2013.
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News
January 19th, 2014
Backgammon Galway wish to congratulate Joseph McGinley of Oranmore on winning the Dave Coyne Memorial Backgammon Tournament which was held in the National Yacht Club in Dún Laoghaire last Sunday. Joseph sailed through the tournament and was a clear contender from early on. On the way to his victory, Joseph faced off against three former champions.
A big THANK YOU to our hosts from the Dublin South Backgammon club! We hope to see you again throughout the year!
Care to join us?
As of yet, Backgammon Galway is a small casual gathering of enthusiats, but we are hoping to expand our group. Players of all levels are more than welcome.
At present, we meet on Thursdays in a house in Knocknacara, in what is a very relaxed and frendly atmosphere.
 The Dave Coyne Memorial Trophy |
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 Semi-finals.... |
 The leaderboard |
 The Final |
 Felix presents Joe with his prize |
 Joe & Dave Coyne Memorial Trophy |
January 23rd, 2014
Joe proudly shows off the Dave Coyne Memorial Trophy on his return to Backgammon Galway
Left-Right: Paddy, Jess, Joe, Eamonn, Paul
January 29th, 2014
Just a reminder to everyone to check out the Clonakilty Games Festival which takes place February 7th - 9th, with plenty of backgammon thrown into the mix! Click on the image for more details
Februrary 3rd
A very nice mention of Backgammon Galway from our friends in Bristol. Click on the image below to jump to their wonderful site!
February 6th
And a nice little mention of Joe McGigley's recent triump in the Conacht Tribune.
February 13th
Joe takes home the spoils from an in-house tournament night - a magnum of Prosecco, very generously gifted by Eamonn Reay.
February 13th
Eamonn Reay receiving his trophies for winning the Bristol Backgammon Conference League. From September last year Eamonn travelled across to the UK on four separate weekends, playing 40 matches in total and winning the league by a margin of 6 matches.
The fledgling Galway Backgammon Club, formed in November last year, now has two significant title holders following Joe McGingley's win in the Dave Coyne Memorial Tournament.
Photos courtesy of Roland and Simonetta Herrera.
Photos courtesy of Roland and Simonetta Herrera
Photos courtesy of Roland and Simonetta Herrera
February 19th 2014
Backgammon Galway has relocated to the cosy confines of McDonagh's 'The Thatch' in Oranmore - you'll find us there every Tuesday evening from 8 o'clock on.
All are welcome to join us, experienced players or novices alike!
March 31st 2014
The First Annual Irish Provincial Backgammon Tournament
Clonakilty & Galway Backgammon Clubs proudly announce the First Annual Provincial Backgammon Tournament
6th April
Bill Chawks Bar. Adare, Co. Limerick
This will will be an all day event including a Team Challenge & Individual tournament
April 6th
Great success for Galway in Adare in the first annual Interprovincial Backgammon Tournament.
Full match report here
April 29th 2014
Best birthday cake ever?
We celebrated Joe's birthday in style with this backgammon themed cake made by Jess.
She's promised to bake a cake like this for you too, if you come along and join us on Tuesday nights for our regular game in Oranmore.