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Nantwich CC 1sts given Macclesfield opener for 2013 season

Nantwich CC 1sts given Macclesfield opener for 2013 season

Nantwich CC 1sts will begin the defence of their ECB Cheshire County title at home to Macclesfield on April 20. The 2013 season fixture list was released this week, handing Nantwich a home start at Whitehouse Lane.

November 28, 2012
Stoke City’s Ryan Shawcross to launch Nantwich Festive Family fun run

Stoke City’s Ryan Shawcross to launch Nantwich Festive Family fun run

Stoke City’s Ryan Shawcross will be kicks-starting a festive family fun run in Nantwich to help raise charity cash. The spectacle, in aid of Hope House Children’s Hospice, will see hundreds of Santas dashing around the town centre on Sunday December 9.

November 27, 2012
Nantwich Town defender Mat Bailey faces eight months out

Nantwich Town defender Mat Bailey faces eight months out

Influential Nantwich Town player Mat Bailey has been ruled out for the season with a cruciate ligament injury. The big defender was dealt the bad news by medics today after limping out of the Stafford Rangers derby clash last week.

November 26, 2012
Nantwich Town plan tribute after death of popular Frank Dale

Nantwich Town plan tribute after death of popular Frank Dale

Bosses at Nantwich Town are planning a tribute to club stalwart Frank Dale who has died. Frank was a popular figure around the Weaver Stadium club, attending games, functions and events for many years.

November 26, 2012
Evo-Stik Premier League report: Blyth 1 Nantwich Town 1

Evo-Stik Premier League report: Blyth 1 Nantwich Town 1

By Ashley Houghton Sean Cooke’s 75th minute strike rescued a point for Nantwich Town away at Blyth. And Jimmy Quinn’s men are unlucky not to return with three after dominating in large parts at Croft Park.

November 25, 2012
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC show fight in battle with leaders Warrington

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC show fight in battle with leaders Warrington

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts are adapting well to their higher league despite defeat against the division’s leaders. That’s the message from club captain Niall McGregor after the Vagrants club ran Warrington close in a 15-25 defeat.

November 21, 2012
Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 2 Buxton 2

Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 2 Buxton 2

By Ashley Houghton Josh Lane’s late strike rescued a point for Nantwich Town in an enthralling encounter at the Weaver Stadium. Lane’s 86th minute goal levelled the game at 2-2 after Mark Reed had given Buxton the lead.

November 21, 2012
Match preview: Nantwich Town host Buxton at Weaver Stadium

Match preview: Nantwich Town host Buxton at Weaver Stadium

Nantwich Town hope to close the gap on the playoff places to two points when they welcome Buxton tonight (Nov 20). Defeats against Frickley Athletic and North Ferriby United and the draw against local rivals Stafford Rangers on Saturday have left the Dabbers with work to do to climb the table.

November 20, 2012
Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 1 Stafford Rangers 1

Evo-Stik match report: Nantwich Town 1 Stafford Rangers 1

By Ashley Houghton Niall Maguire’s header rescued a point for Nantwich Town in a feisty clash with rivals Stafford Rangers at the Weaver Stadium. Maguire headed home Kyle Wilson’s knock back in the second-half after Luke George had given Rangers a first-half lead.

November 17, 2012
Nantwich Town face tough derby clash with Stafford Rangers

Nantwich Town face tough derby clash with Stafford Rangers

By Ashley Houghton Nantwich Town face a tough derby test tomorrow when Stafford Rangers visit the Weaver Stadium. The hotly anticipated clash has added spice with ex-Rangers forward Si Everall returning to Nantwich just three weeks ago.

November 16, 2012
Nantwich Cricket Club supporters enjoy ABA boxing final at Civic Hall

Nantwich Cricket Club supporters enjoy ABA boxing final at Civic Hall

A packed Nantwich Civic Hall crowd enjoyed the annual dinner and Merseyside & Cheshire ABA 2012 boxing event. Local businesses flocked to the popular event, now in its 33rd year, to help raise money for Nantwich Cricket Club and other causes.

November 14, 2012
Nantwich Town boss Quinn says players “owe fans” after 3-0 Frickley loss

Nantwich Town boss Quinn says players “owe fans” after 3-0 Frickley loss

By Ashley Houghton Nantwich Town boss Jimmy Quinn lamented his side’s defence as they lost their first away game in seven at Frickley Athletic. The Dabbers lost 3-0 to The Blues who scored all three goals in the first half through Luke Hinsley (2) and Gavin Allott.

November 11, 2012
Nantwich Town sign right back Adam Carden on loan from Fylde

Nantwich Town sign right back Adam Carden on loan from Fylde

By Ashley Houghton Nantwich boss Jimmy Quinn has strengthened his squad by signing right back Adam Carden. The 27-year-old joins the Dabbers on a month-long loan deal from fellow Evo-Stik Premier League side AFC Fylde.

November 9, 2012