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Nantwich Town lose 2-0 away at title favourites Blyth Spartans

Nantwich Town lose 2-0 away at title favourites Blyth Spartans

Nantwich Town fell to a 2-0 defeat away at title favourites Blyth Spartans.

The Dabbers held the hosts at bay in the first half with keeper Dan Gyollai making a number of top saves.

January 15, 2017
Crewe and Nantwich athletes in good form at Cheshire Cross Country final

Crewe and Nantwich athletes in good form at Cheshire Cross Country final

Crewe and Nantwich AC athletes produced fine displays in the mud and rain at the Cheshire Cross Country Championships.

There were excellent individual and team performances at the event at Birchwood Forest Park, Warrington.

January 14, 2017
Nantwich boxer Nathan Gorman steps up in class for Stoke bout

Nantwich boxer Nathan Gorman steps up in class for Stoke bout

Nantwich heavyweight hitter Nathan Gorman will make a step up in class when he returns to the ring next month.

The 20-year-old, the great nephew of legendary bareknuckle boxer Bartley Gorman, headlines Hatton Boxing’s event at the Fenton Manor Sports Complex in Stoke on February 18.

January 12, 2017
Railway Hotel progress in Presidents Cup with win over NHB

Railway Hotel progress in Presidents Cup with win over NHB

Railway Hotel progressed in the Presidents Cup with a 3-1 victory over NHB FC.

Two goals from Asher Moat and one from Wayne Beggs helped them to a second round win, Colin Watson replying for NHB FC.

January 8, 2017
Nantwich Town land three loan signings to bolster squad

Nantwich Town land three loan signings to bolster squad

Nantwich Town have made three new loan signings to boost the squad for the second half of the season.

Boss Phil Parkinson moved quickly to bring in fresh faces, with the first signing a familiar face – former loanee keeper Daniel Gyollai.

January 6, 2017
Former Nantwich Town player Cohen Bramall joins Premier League Arsenal

Former Nantwich Town player Cohen Bramall joins Premier League Arsenal

Former Nantwich Town youngster Cohen Bramall has made the giant leap to the Premier League after signing for Arsenal.

The 20-year-old left-back, originally from South Cheshire, played for the Dabbers before joining Hednesford Town.

January 5, 2017
Nantwich Town start 2017 with home defeat by Stafford Rangers

Nantwich Town start 2017 with home defeat by Stafford Rangers

Nantwich Town started 2017 with a 1-0 defeat at home to Stafford Rangers.

A defensive error allowed Izak Reid to score the only goal after 34 minutes, before Nantwich keeper Dave Parton was sent off.

January 2, 2017
Nantwich Town suffer Boxing Day blues in Workington defeat

Nantwich Town suffer Boxing Day blues in Workington defeat

Nantwich Town fell to a Boxing Day defeat on the road at Workington, going down 3-1 at Borough Park.

The Dabbers started slowly and they fell behind to a swirling free kick from Jake Simpson after 14 minutes.

December 27, 2016
Ex rugby star Mark Cueto unveils Reaseheath’s new sports pitch

Ex rugby star Mark Cueto unveils Reaseheath’s new sports pitch

Former England rugby star Mark Cueto was on hand to unveil Reaseheath College’s state-of-the-art sporting facilities.

Cueto looked on as the college hosted a rugby tournament for local secondary schools to mark the official opening.

December 23, 2016
Nantwich Town exit FA Trophy after 2-1 defeat by Lincoln

Nantwich Town exit FA Trophy after 2-1 defeat by Lincoln

By Steven Dale
Nantwich Town were dumped out of the FA Trophy as goals in either half from Elliot Whitehouse and Terry Hawkridge earned Lincoln victory.

The Dabbers reached the semi-finals of the competition last year, being knocked out over two legs by eventual winners, Halifax Town.

December 21, 2016
Nantwich Olympic heroes granted Freedom of the Borough

Nantwich Olympic heroes granted Freedom of the Borough

Nantwich Olympic heroes Bryony Page and Andy Small have been honoured with Cheshire East’s Freedom of the Borough status.

Also honoured was Sir Philip Craven, now living in Cheshire, who is President of the International Olympic Committee and has played a key role in Team GB’s Paralympics success.

December 19, 2016
Sydney Arms close in on Premier Division leaders Railway Hotel

Sydney Arms close in on Premier Division leaders Railway Hotel

Sydney Arms closed the gap on Crewe Sunday Regional Premier Division leaders Railway Hotel with victory by 4-1 over AFC Barkode.

The victory was secured with goals from Caine Mellor (2), Aidie Socha and Mike Chesters.

December 19, 2016
Nantwich Town 0-0 Frickley Athletic – match abandoned by fog

Nantwich Town 0-0 Frickley Athletic – match abandoned by fog

By Steven Dale
Nantwich Town and Frickley Athletic will play again after their game was abandoned because of fog just four minutes into the second half.

Thick fog swept across the pitch making it almost impossible for players to see each other.

December 17, 2016