Football

Nantwich Town Women reach first ever cup final

Nantwich Town Women reach first ever cup final

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town Women have reached their first ever cup final after a 2-0 win over Wirral United in the semi-final of the Cheshire FA Challenge Cup.

Jade Buckley-Ratcliff was played in behind early on but Wirral keeper Agi Skiba did well to dive at her feet and stop the danger.

April 15, 2024
Crewe Regional Sunday league and cup round up

Crewe Regional Sunday league and cup round up

George & Dragon advanced to the semi-final of the Premier Division Cup after a convincing 5-0 victory over Sandbach Town.

Zac Billinge netted a hat-trick and the other scorers were Matthew Birchall and Jordan Johnson.

April 14, 2024
Nantwich Town play off hopes dealt blow in 1-0 defeat to Newcastle

Nantwich Town play off hopes dealt blow in 1-0 defeat to Newcastle

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town’s hopes of making the play-offs were dealt a blow in a 1-0 away defeat at Newcastle Town.

The hosts completed a league double over the Dabbers at The Red Industries Stadium.

April 14, 2024
How is Crewe Alexandra old boy Ashley Westwood doing in the US?

How is Crewe Alexandra old boy Ashley Westwood doing in the US?

Sport plays a massive part in life around South Cheshire – and this is certainly true for football.

While Dabbers fans are heading down to support Nantwich Town in the Northern Premier League, there are plenty cheering on nearby League Two side Crewe Alexandra as they bid for promotion this season.

April 12, 2024
Nantwich Town stadium to host Andrew Scoffin Memorial Match

Nantwich Town stadium to host Andrew Scoffin Memorial Match

Nantwich Town’s Swansway Stadium will host the annual Andrew Scoffin Memorial Match.

The match, which first took place in 2021, is dedicated to Andrew, a lifelong Crewe Alex fan and former stadium announcer at Gresty Road.

April 10, 2024
Wet weather hits Crewe Regional Sunday leagues again

Wet weather hits Crewe Regional Sunday leagues again

Another week of wet weather hit matches in the Crewe Regional Sunday leagues this weekend.

More games were postponed, adding to the strain that the league is currently under to fulfil its fixtures.

April 8, 2024
Nantwich Walking Football Club taking major steps forward

Nantwich Walking Football Club taking major steps forward


Nantwich Walking Football Club is proving more popular than ever as it nears its 10th year in existence.

The club was formed in 2015 by Ray Sheppard, who is chairman, along with five or six older men who wanted to continue playing at an easier pace.

April 7, 2024
Nantwich Town continue charge to play-offs with another win

Nantwich Town continue charge to play-offs with another win

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town continued their excellent form with a 4-2 win over Stalybridge Celtic at the Swansway Stadium.

Courtney Meppen-Walters and Perry Bircumshaw returned to the Dabbers side after missing the game against Hednesford.

April 7, 2024
Nantwich Town hosts successful Easter kids tournament

Nantwich Town hosts successful Easter kids tournament

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town’s annual ‘Easter Cup’ kids football tournament was a roaring success over the Easter weekend.

It took place on Good Friday and Easter Saturday on the new FIFA grade 3G pitch at the Swansway Stadium.

April 3, 2024
Nantwich Town snatch vital win with last kick against Hednesford

Nantwich Town snatch vital win with last kick against Hednesford

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town scored with the last kick of the game to claim a 4-3 win over Hednesford Town at The Swansway Stadium on Easter Monday, writes Liam Price.

Defender Troy Bourne was able to turn the ball home from a corner in the dying seconds to snatch victory.

April 2, 2024
George & Dragon beat Willaston in Presidents Cup quarters

George & Dragon beat Willaston in Presidents Cup quarters

George and Dragon continued their winning streak with a 4-0 victory over Willaston WS in the quarter-final of the Presidents Cup.

An own goal was supplemented by goals by Matthew Birchall, Jaymie Roberts and Steven Hughes.

April 1, 2024
Malbank School and Nantwich Town to launch new academy

Malbank School and Nantwich Town to launch new academy

Malbank School and Sixth Form are partnering up with Nantwich Town to launch a new footballing academy.

The academy for boys and girls aged 16-18, will be led by current EFL defenders Rod McDonald and Kelvin Mellor.

March 30, 2024
Nantwich Town earn point away at high-flying Runcorn Linnets

Nantwich Town earn point away at high-flying Runcorn Linnets

Nantwich Town’s unbeaten league run has continued after a hard fought point away at third-placed Runcorn Linnets on Good Friday.

The draw and point keeps the Dabbers in the hunt for a play-off place as they sit seventh in Northern Premier League West.

March 30, 2024