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Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beaten 39-5 by leaders Bridgnorth

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC beaten 39-5 by leaders Bridgnorth

Crewe & Nantwich’s winning streak was brought to an abrupt end at League leaders Bridgnorth, when they were beaten by five tries to one.

Bridgnorth, who are on roll in the Shropshire Cup and in Midlands 1 West, looked every bit like potential champions as their well drilled and balanced side overcame a spirited Crewe outfit.

January 25, 2016
Nantwich Town chairman challenges league over Darlington ruling

Nantwich Town chairman challenges league over Darlington ruling

Nantwich Town chairman Tony Davison has hit out after a promotion rival only received a suspended points deduction for fielding an ineligible player.

Evo-Stik Premier League has decided not to immediately deduct Darlington points after they were found guilty of selecting Anthony Bell in eight matches early in the season.

January 24, 2016
Nantwich Town boss Parkinson said side “came up trumps” in FA Trophy

Nantwich Town boss Parkinson said side “came up trumps” in FA Trophy

By Liam Roe
Nantwich Town boss Phil Parkinson says his side ‘came up trumps’ against Bradford Park Avenue.

Parkinson described the squad he took to the Horsfall Stadium as ‘bare bones’ and with players being unavailable, first team coach Danny Griggs had to take a place on the bench.

January 22, 2016
Nantwich Town earn FA Trophy replay with draw at Bradford Park Avenue

Nantwich Town earn FA Trophy replay with draw at Bradford Park Avenue

Nantwich Town have earned a home replay in the FA Trophy after a fine 1-1 away at Conference North side Bradford Park Avenue.

The Dabbers more than matched their higher league opponents in this second round clash, rearranged after postponement last Saturday.

January 21, 2016
Nantwich athletes help Cheshire triumph in sportshall final

Nantwich athletes help Cheshire triumph in sportshall final

Young Nantwich and Crewe athletes helped Cheshire power to victory in the North West counties sportshall finals.

Eleven U11 boys and girls from Crewe & Nantwich Athletics Club were chosen to represent Cheshire who competed against, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cumbria and Merseyside.

January 19, 2016
Nantwich Town FA Trophy clash rearranged for January 20

Nantwich Town FA Trophy clash rearranged for January 20

Nantwich Town’s postponed FA Trophy clash at Bradford Park Avenue has been re-scheduled for January 20.

Dabbers fans and players were on route to West Yorkshire today after an early inspection at 10am passed the pitch as fit.

January 16, 2016
Railway Hotel win in Crewe FA Sunday Cup at fifth attempt

Railway Hotel win in Crewe FA Sunday Cup at fifth attempt

Railway Hotel have finally triumphed over Square One in the Crewe FA Sunday Cup – at the fifth time of asking.

The tie had been called off four times previously because of adverse weather conditions.

January 12, 2016
Young Crewe & Nantwich athletes storm to success in cross country

Young Crewe & Nantwich athletes storm to success in cross country

Young Crewe & Nantwich athletes stormed to success in the Cheshire Cross Country Championships at Reasheath.

Crewe & Nantwich AC entered 44 runners from Under 11s to seniors – and the young stars led the way with medals and trophies.

January 10, 2016
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC earn narrow win over Whitchurch

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC earn narrow win over Whitchurch

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts triumphed 7-5 in a hotly contested match against local rivals Whitchurch for a fourth consecutive league win.

Crewe won an attritional battle in cold conditions and on a rain-sodden pitch.

January 10, 2016
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC face derby clash at Whitchurch

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC face derby clash at Whitchurch

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts return to league action in 2016 with a tough local derby away at Whitchurch.

The Midlands West 1 clash will take place tomorrow (January 9), kick off 2.15pm.

January 8, 2016
Nantwich Town draw 1-1 with high flyers Salford City

Nantwich Town draw 1-1 with high flyers Salford City

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town earned a credible 1-1 draw with fellow promotion hopefuls Salford City.

And visiting coach Paul Scholes will have been impressed by the Dabbers as well as his own side at the Weaver Stadium.

January 6, 2016
Nantwich Town’s Clive Jackson receives long service award

Nantwich Town’s Clive Jackson receives long service award

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town director of football Clive Jackson has received an award for 33-years service to the club from the Northern Premier league.

Clive, known as ‘Mr Nantwich Town FC’, was presented with the award by Alan Allcock, Evo-Stik Northern Premier League Operations manager.

January 4, 2016
Crewe FA Cup clash between league leaders abandoned in rain

Crewe FA Cup clash between league leaders abandoned in rain

Matches in the Crewe Regional Sunday League were once again hit by the wet weather, with only a handful of games played.

The outstanding Crewe FA Cup between Premier league high flyers Railway Hotel and Square One started but was abandoned after 60 minutes with the pitch unplayable.

January 4, 2016