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Cooper Buckley hammer Nantwich Pirates in Crewe Regional league

Cooper Buckley hammer Nantwich Pirates in Crewe Regional league

Cooper Buckley started their Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division campaign with a convincing 5-0 win against Nantwich Pirates in one of two Barony derbies.

Two goals from Kyle Vickers were backed up by strikes from Harry Walker, Carrick Byrne and Ashton Brogan.

September 15, 2024
Hat-trick for Willaston football team backed by Mornflake

Hat-trick for Willaston football team backed by Mornflake

A children’s football team is celebrating a hat-trick after attracting triplets, Cheshire FA recognition and backing from Crewe Alexandra FC’s sponsor.

Cheshire Blades Pink Panthers, which formed just after the pandemic, is to step out in a new kit sponsored by breakfast firm Mornflake.

September 13, 2024
Nantwich Town held to 2-2 draw by Widnes at Swansway Stadium

Nantwich Town held to 2-2 draw by Widnes at Swansway Stadium

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town and Widnes shared the points in an entertaining 2-2 draw at the Swansway Stadium.

The Dabbers were unchanged from their FA Trophy win on Saturday, while Widnes made several switches from their defeat in the competition.

September 11, 2024
Nantwich CC take league title race to the final weekend

Nantwich CC take league title race to the final weekend

Nantwich Cricket Club made sure the race for the Cheshire ECB Premier League title will go to the wire by comprehensively winning at Widnes.

The nine-wicket victory means the Dabbers keep the pressure on Hyde as the final weekend of the season looms.

September 9, 2024
Nantwich Town win at  Bishop Auckland in FA Trophy

Nantwich Town win at Bishop Auckland in FA Trophy

Nantwich Town made it through to the Second Qualifying Round of the FA Trophy with a 2-1 win over Bishop Auckland.

The hosts almost took the lead in the second minute when Louis Johnson let fly which was saved well by Ben Garratt tipping it around the post.

September 8, 2024
Nantwich CC keep title hopes alive with win over leaders Hyde

Nantwich CC keep title hopes alive with win over leaders Hyde

A dazzling knock from Luke Robinson, a stylish top-score from Ali Chughtai and a captain’s innings from Ray Doyle gave Nantwich Cricket Club a fine win over table-topping Hyde and kept their title hopes alive.

The Dabbers, having elected to field, looked to be on the back foot when a late onslaught from Andrew Jackson helped Hyde set an imposing total of 290-8 from their 50 overs.

September 4, 2024
Nantwich Town Women boss reflects on two years at helm

Nantwich Town Women boss reflects on two years at helm

By Jonathan White
The manager of Nantwich Town Women has marked two years in charge as their 2024-25 season opener looms.

Dan Mellor said he was very optimistic for the future as he has seen the women’s side progress.

September 2, 2024
Crewe & Nantwich AC to celebrate 50th anniversary

Crewe & Nantwich AC to celebrate 50th anniversary

Crewe & Nantwich Athletics Club is to mark its 50th anniversary celebration with a special birthday “games” event.

The club has seen thousands of people pass through its ranks as it has dedicated itself to grassroots athletics in the community.

September 2, 2024
Everybody Health & Leisure launch 2024 award nominations

Everybody Health & Leisure launch 2024 award nominations

Everybody Health & Leisure have launched their 2024 awards scheme and nominations are now open.

This year, the Cheshire East charity will stage presentations to the winners in their communities to recognise their hard work and dedication in sport, physical activity or health and wellbeing setting.

September 1, 2024
Nantwich reach regional finals of “Walking Football” FA Cup

Nantwich reach regional finals of “Walking Football” FA Cup

Nantwich Walking Football club were among teams to take part in the first Walking Football FA CUP to be held in Cheshire.

The tournament, which helped raise funds for local charity the Joshua Tree, saw a number of teams playing each other in a round robin style event.

August 28, 2024
Jimmy Warrington helps Nantwich CC to win at Grappenhall

Jimmy Warrington helps Nantwich CC to win at Grappenhall

A devastating spell of pace bowling from Jimmy Warrington kept Nantwich Cricket Club’s hopes of winning the Cheshire ECB Premier League title alive.

Having won the toss and chosen to bat at Grappenhall, the Dabbers were bowled out for 157 and failed to use six of their 50 overs.

August 27, 2024
Nantwich Town slip to defeat at home to Wythenshawe

Nantwich Town slip to defeat at home to Wythenshawe

By Liam Price
Wythenshawe claimed their first ever win in the modern eighth tier of English football with a 2-1 victory over Nantwich at the Swansway Stadium.

Jon Moran reached 100 Nantwich appearances, while Joel Connolly joined Troy Bourne, Kai Evans and Perry Bircumshaw on the injury list, with Tom Pratt replacing Connolly.

August 25, 2024
Charity kicks off football boots collection at Nantwich Town

Charity kicks off football boots collection at Nantwich Town

A charity offering South Cheshire children pre-loved football boots has kicked off a new season with one of the area’s biggest clubs.

Nantwich Town FC is onboard with the football boot initiative run by Motherwell Cheshire as part of its commitment to helping parents cut costs while saving wearable items from going to landfill.

August 24, 2024