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Nantwich Town boss Parkinson looks forward to Stourbridge in FA Trophy clash

Nantwich Town boss Parkinson looks forward to Stourbridge in FA Trophy clash

By Richard Scott
Nantwich Town manager Phil Parkinson is looking forward to the all Northern Premier League clash in the FA Trophy 3rd round as Stourbridge visit the Weaver Stadium.

One team will go on to represent the league in the quarter-finals and sit just three games away from a possible date at Wembley in May.

February 5, 2016
Free football for girls at Nantwich skills session

Free football for girls at Nantwich skills session

The FA is staging a free February half term football session for girls.

The session is being offered to girls aged 7-11 at Nantwich Town FC’s 3G pitch at the Weaver Stadium.

February 1, 2016
Willaston WS and Wistaston Ath win through in Presidents Cup ties

Willaston WS and Wistaston Ath win through in Presidents Cup ties

Willaston WS and Wistaston Ath both progressed in the Presidents Cup in the Crewe Regional Sunday League.

Willaston ran out 3-2 winners in a tight encounter against AFC Leopard thanks to two goals from Moat, and one from Blundell.

February 1, 2016
Nantwich Town sign Sam Cosgrove but held by Ilkeston

Nantwich Town sign Sam Cosgrove but held by Ilkeston

Nantwich Town new signing Sam Cosgrove made his debut in the 1-1 home draw with Ilkeston FC.

Cosgrove joins the Weaver Stadium outfit on loan from League One Wigan Athletic.

January 31, 2016
Nantwich Town FA Vase heroes needed for new book

Nantwich Town FA Vase heroes needed for new book

A Nantwich Town official is trying to track down more of the club’s FA Vase heroes from 10 years ago – for a new book.

Club press officer Richard Scott is keen to speak to all of those involved in the historic victory of 2006.

January 28, 2016
Nantwich Town make history with 5-0 FA Trophy victory

Nantwich Town make history with 5-0 FA Trophy victory

By Jamie Davies
Nantwich Town made history by reaching the third round of the FA Trophy for the first time by thumping Bradford Park Avenue 5-0.

Matt Bell’s beautiful left foot finish opened the scoring six minutes before the interval to put the Dabbers into the lead.

January 26, 2016
Top two pull away in Crewe Regional Sunday Premier League

Top two pull away in Crewe Regional Sunday Premier League

Top two Square One and Railway Hotel have opened up a gap in the chase for the Crewe Regional Sunday Premier League title.

They took advantage of a slip up by third placed Crewe Athletic to open up a five-point lead.

January 25, 2016
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