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Nantwich Town beat Kendal 2-0 in FA Trophy qualifier

Nantwich Town beat Kendal 2-0 in FA Trophy qualifier

By Jack Jones
Phil Parkinson celebrated his 100th game in charge of Nantwich Town by guiding the team to a 2-0 win over Kendal Town.

It meant the Dabbers advanced to the 3rd Qualifying Round of the FA Trophy and extended their winning run to seven games in all competitions.

November 12, 2016
Nantwich YF make semi-finals of Crewe FA Sunday Vase

Nantwich YF make semi-finals of Crewe FA Sunday Vase

The semi-finals of the Crewe FA Sunday Vase were finalised with victories for Nantwich YF, White Eagles, Bank Corner and Elworth Park.

Nantwich YF won 4-1 at Market Tavern with goals from Jake Standeven, Mark Mottershead, Tom Dale and Simon Roberts.

November 6, 2016
Nantwich Town thump Frickley 4-1 to maintain away record

Nantwich Town thump Frickley 4-1 to maintain away record

Nantwich Town recorded their fifth straight league win and moved up to seventh after a 4-1 win over Frickley Athletic.

The Dabbers got off to a slow start and were punished when the Blues edged ahead through Luke Hinsley after 28 minutes.

November 6, 2016
Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith disappointed with season finish

Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith disappointed with season finish

Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith’s bid to end the season with silverware were dashed in the final race.

Smith, racing in the Mini Challenge, suffered gearbox problems in the last race at Snetterton 300 Circuit in Norfolk.

November 5, 2016
Nantwich Town defeat high-flying Buxton 1-0 to move closer to play-off places

Nantwich Town defeat high-flying Buxton 1-0 to move closer to play-off places

Nantwich Town notched one of their most significant victories this season, beating high-flying Buxton 1-0 at a misty Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers matched the promotion chasers all the way in a tightly fought contest.

November 2, 2016
Railway Hotel extend lead in Crewe Regional Sunday premier league

Railway Hotel extend lead in Crewe Regional Sunday premier league

Premier Division leaders Railway Hotel took advantage of 2nd placed Sydney Arms only drawing with a 3-1 win at Wistaston Ath.

JJ Bailey, Josh Ruane and John Stone scored for Railway Hotel with Jack Turner replying for Wistaston Ath.

October 30, 2016
Assistant Nantwich boss Sorvel delighted at FA Trophy win at Warrington

Assistant Nantwich boss Sorvel delighted at FA Trophy win at Warrington

Neil Sorvel was pleased with the Dabbers 2-0 win over Warrington Town in the FA Trophy.

Goals from Osebi Abadaki and Curtis Jones gave Nantwich victory in a tricky game against tough Cheshire rivals.

October 30, 2016
Crewe Regional leaders Railway Hotel thrash AFC Barkode 5-1

Crewe Regional leaders Railway Hotel thrash AFC Barkode 5-1

Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division leaders Railway Hotel remain on top following a 5-1 win over AFC Barkode.

Matt Cope scored a hat-trick with other goals from Wayne Beggs and Greg Moore.

October 24, 2016
Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson’s delight at 2-0 win at Corby

Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson’s delight at 2-0 win at Corby

By Steve Sharman
Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson was pleased with his side’s comfortable 2-0 win away at Corby Town as Dabbers remain unbeaten on the road.

A goal in either half from Osebi Abadaki and Dave Walker ensured victory for Nantwich.

October 23, 2016
Nantwich Town hit back from FA Cup loss with 3-1 win at Marine

Nantwich Town hit back from FA Cup loss with 3-1 win at Marine

By Jack Jones
Nantwich Town bounced back from their FA Cup disappointment when they saw off Marine on a wet and windy night on Merseyside.

A Josh Hancock hat-trick – from a trio of Sean Cooke assists – was extended their unbeaten league run to seven games.

October 19, 2016
Willaston WS and Crewe Ath beaten in Cheshire FA Sunday Cup

Willaston WS and Crewe Ath beaten in Cheshire FA Sunday Cup

Willaston WS and Crewe Ath both tumbled out of the Cheshire FA Sunday Cup.

Willaston lost 8-0 at Forest Road while Crewe Athletic lost 6-0 to Stockport-based Cale Green FC – the current holders of the competition.

October 18, 2016
New community football league launched in Nantwich

New community football league launched in Nantwich

Footballers in Nantwich can test themselves in the biggest league network in the world.

A new community six-a-side football competition is kicking off in the town next month.

October 18, 2016
Nantwich Town FA Cup run ended by Stourbridge defeat

Nantwich Town FA Cup run ended by Stourbridge defeat

By Steve Sharman
Nantwich Town bowed out of the FA Cup after three first half goals from Stourbridge saw the visitors claim a 3-1 win.

Leon Broadhurst opened the scoring early on with a header before Luke Benbow fired in from range and Broadhurst added another with a close range finish.

October 16, 2016