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Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson blasts referee after Ilkeston loss

Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson blasts referee after Ilkeston loss

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson hit out at the officials after watching his side slip to a 3-1 defeat away at Ilkeston The Dabbers looked to have been denied a clear penalty claim when striker Ben Deegan was brought down in the second half.

October 22, 2013
Nantwich Town progress in FA Trophy with 3-0 win at Droylsden

Nantwich Town progress in FA Trophy with 3-0 win at Droylsden

A brace from Ben Deegan (pictured) helped Nantwich Town ease into the next round of the FA Trophy with a 3-0 win at Droylsden. Danny Johnson’s men produced a strong second half performance against the Evo-Stik Premier League’s bottom club.

October 20, 2013
Nantwich Seals youngsters make step up to Arena Swimming League

Nantwich Seals youngsters make step up to Arena Swimming League

Nantwich Seals swimming club has returned to action in the latest round of the National Arena Swimming League. The club, based out of Nantwich Pool, took a strong squad to compete at Knowsley Culture & Leisure Park, on Merseyside.

October 17, 2013
Match report: Nantwich Town lose 1-0 at home to Chorley

Match report: Nantwich Town lose 1-0 at home to Chorley

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town keeper Jack Cudworth had a debut to forget after giving away a penalty which sent Dabbers crashing to a 1-0 defeat. Cudworth (pictured) felled Chorley’s Josh Hine in the box and Hine stroked home the spot-kick in the 11th minute.

October 16, 2013
Nantwich Town bid for new keeper to face Chorley at Weaver Stadium

Nantwich Town bid for new keeper to face Chorley at Weaver Stadium

Danny Johnson could welcome a new keeper to Nantwich Town in time to face high-flying Chorley. The Dabbers boss is hoping to register 23-year-old Jack Cudworth (pictured) who could make his debut at Weaver Stadium.

October 15, 2013
Nantwich Town crash to 2-0 defeat away at Buxton

Nantwich Town crash to 2-0 defeat away at Buxton

By James Briscoe A Lee Morris brace in the first 10 minutes sent Nantwich Town crashing to defeat for the first time in three weeks. Buxton’s rapid start and solid defence meant the Dabbers struggled to fight their way back into the encounter at the Silverlands.

October 12, 2013
Nantwich Town deserved point against FC United, says boss Johnson

Nantwich Town deserved point against FC United, says boss Johnson

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson believes his side deserved at least a point after a hard fought 1-1 draw at home to FC United. Johnson feels the Dabbers performance in front of a bumper crowd showed signs they can compete with the best in the league.

October 9, 2013
Crewe Railroaders to stage “rookie” recruitment drive in South Cheshire

Crewe Railroaders to stage “rookie” recruitment drive in South Cheshire

Crewe Railroaders American Football team have launched a recruitment drive to attract budding players in the area. The team has just finished its second season in the British American Football Association National Leagues (BAFANL) Central division.

October 7, 2013
Evo-Stik League report: Blyth Spartans 2 Nantwich Town 2

Evo-Stik League report: Blyth Spartans 2 Nantwich Town 2

Nantwich Town let slip a two-goal lead and had to settle for a point away at Blyth Spartans. The Dabbers took control of the match in Northumberland in the first period, and were 2-0 at the break.

October 5, 2013
Peckforton Castle near Nantwich helps kit out boys’ football teams

Peckforton Castle near Nantwich helps kit out boys’ football teams

Youngsters of an Under 7s football team hope to be kings of their league – with a new kit from Peckforton Castle. The picturesque venue near Nantwich is the new sponsors of kits worn by players for Davenham Dynamos and Davenham Rangers.

October 4, 2013
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC win 106-8 in Intermediate Cup rout

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC win 106-8 in Intermediate Cup rout

Crewe & Nantwich piled up a club record 106-8 victory in the Midland Intermediate Cup against Bakewell Mannerians. And the team dedicated the win to their team-mate Kieran Flynn, recoving from a horrific injury in hospital.

October 1, 2013
Wistaston tennis players celebrate at 2013 awards event

Wistaston tennis players celebrate at 2013 awards event

By Jonathan White Tennis players in Wistaston celebrated this season’s achievements at a presentation afternoon. Wistaston A topped the bill with the Men’s Division 3 (Summer League) shield in Slazenger South and Mid Cheshire Tennis League.

October 1, 2013
Nantwich Town boss wants more after 6-1 win at Droylsden

Nantwich Town boss wants more after 6-1 win at Droylsden

By James Briscoe Nantwich Town boss Danny Johnson watched his side hit six passed Droylsden – then labelled the performance “disappointing”. Six different scorers netted for the Dabbers who cruised passed the bottom club, but Johnson feels they could have been more clinical.

September 30, 2013