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Rugby: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC ready for Twickenham cup adventure

Rugby: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC ready for Twickenham cup adventure

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC kick off their quest to reach Twickenham this weekend in the opening round of the Intermediate Cup. They take on Bakewell Mannerians for the first time in their history at the Vagrants in Willaston.

September 26, 2013
Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club celebrates annual Finals Day winners

Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club celebrates annual Finals Day winners

By Jonathan White Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club has celebrated the winners of its annual Finals Day. The event took place on the two courts behind the Wistaston Memorial Hall and Community Centre on Church Lane.

September 23, 2013
Nantwich Town boss slams 3-2 Worksop defeat as “unacceptable”

Nantwich Town boss slams 3-2 Worksop defeat as “unacceptable”

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson blasted his side’s 3-2 home defeat by Worksop Town as “totally unacceptable”. Johnson criticised the team’s “incconsistency” as the Dabbers struggle to put a decent run of form together.

September 22, 2013
Rugby: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC coach hails “fantastic” supporters

Rugby: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC coach hails “fantastic” supporters

Coach Andy Brown praised the support that helped Crewe & Nantwich 1sts to an opening 29-21 league win against Stafford. And he is calling for similar backing as the Vagrants side aim for promotion to Midlands West 1 – its highest level ever.

September 20, 2013
Crewe & Nantwich rugby star breaks neck in freak tackle accident

Crewe & Nantwich rugby star breaks neck in freak tackle accident

A Crewe & Nantwich RUFC player is battling to save the use of his legs after a freak accident on the pitch. Vagrants star Kieran Flynn (pictured) broke his neck in a horror tackle during a pre-season clash against Christleton.

September 19, 2013
Evo-Stik match report: Rushall Olympic 1 Nantwich Town 1

Evo-Stik match report: Rushall Olympic 1 Nantwich Town 1

James Briscoe Aaron Burns continued his run of scoring as Nantwich Town battled to a deserved 1-1 draw at Rushall Olympic. Burns’ superb low finish was cancelled out by the hosts’ Josh Craddock in an even game on a dark, drizzly night.

September 18, 2013
FA Cup match report: Nantwich Town 1 Rugby Town 2

FA Cup match report: Nantwich Town 1 Rugby Town 2

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town stumbled out of the FA Cup at the first hurdle as lady luck deserted them. The Dabbers had a free-kick goal ruled out and then conceded a bizarre own-goal equaliser.

September 15, 2013
Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson keen for FA Cup success

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson keen for FA Cup success

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson will be hoping his side can take their improved run of form into the FA Cup. The Dabbers entertain Rugby Town tomorrow (September 14) in the First Qualifying Round.

September 13, 2013
Nantwich cricket star Jonny Kettle hits century in Minor Counties final

Nantwich cricket star Jonny Kettle hits century in Minor Counties final

A Nantwich cricketer is celebrating after smashing a century for Cheshire in the Minor Counties Championship Final. Jonny Kettle, the regular opener for Nantwich CC at Whitehouse Lane, helped Cheshire take command against Cambridgeshire.

September 11, 2013
Nantwich Town boss Johnson pleased with AFC Fylde 1-1 draw

Nantwich Town boss Johnson pleased with AFC Fylde 1-1 draw

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson said his side proved they can compete with the best in Evo-Stik Northern Premier League. Johnson was speaking after a hard-earned point against a talented AFC Fylde.

September 11, 2013
Rugby match report: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 62 Ashbourne 10

Rugby match report: Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 62 Ashbourne 10

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC were too strong for Ashbourne in the final warm-up game before their new league campaign kicks off. It was great preparation for Crewe, who switch leagues this season to play in Midlands 2 West (North) division.

September 9, 2013
Evo-Stik match report: Stocksbridge Park Steels 1 Nantwich Town 5

Evo-Stik match report: Stocksbridge Park Steels 1 Nantwich Town 5

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town produced a five-star performance to end a run of poor results in the Evo-Stik Premier League. The Dabbers swept aside Stocksbridge Park Steels to move to 16th place thanks to a brace by Aaron Burns (pictured)

September 8, 2013
Nantwich Town players “disappointed” at Marine 1-0 loss, says boss

Nantwich Town players “disappointed” at Marine 1-0 loss, says boss

Nantwich Town were beaten 1-0 by 10-man Marine who produced  a smash-and-grab against a dominate Dabbers. Danny Johnson (pictured) and his players were left scratching their heads after an 85th minute goal gave the hosts an undeserved victory.

September 4, 2013