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Double defeat delivers blow to Nantwich CC

Double defeat delivers blow to Nantwich CC

Nantwich Cricket Club’s first team suffered a double disappointment at the weekend as their league chances faded and their hopes of a return to Lord’s were ended.

On Saturday, Jason Foulkes took 3-23 and Phil Stockton, Mitchell Spencer and Ray Doyle claimed two wickets apiece as hosts Neston were dismissed for only 98 in the ECB Premier League match.

July 31, 2023
Nantwich CC to host Cheshire v Yorkshire clash

Nantwich CC to host Cheshire v Yorkshire clash

First class cricket comes to Nantwich on Sunday when Cheshire host Yorkshire in a special ‘showcase’ match.

The 50-over-a-side game is part of an England and Wales Cricket Board initiative that sees each of the 18 County Championship sides take on National County opposition.

July 25, 2023
Second-half - Dan Cockerline shot at goal

Nantwich Town beat Colwyn Bay 2-1 in pre-season clash

By Jack Beresford
Nantwich Town made a successful trip to North Wales where they beat Cymru North Champions Colwyn Bay in their third pre-season fixture.

After already picking up back-to-back wins in their first two friendlies, The Dabbers were looking to maintain their good form.

July 24, 2023
Everybody Leisure launches junior exercise scheme in South Cheshire

Everybody Leisure launches junior exercise scheme in South Cheshire

Everybody Health and Leisure has launched a new 12-week Junior Exercise Referral Scheme based at Crewe Lifestyle Centre.

The scheme is a programme funded by a NHS Cheshire and Merseyside and Cheshire East Council health and wellbeing grant.

July 19, 2023
Nantwich CC 1sts slump to defeat at Chester Boughton Hall

Nantwich CC 1sts slump to defeat at Chester Boughton Hall

Nantwich Cricket Club’s first team managed to dodge the showers at Chester Boughton Hall …but could not dodge defeat.

After putting the visitors into bat, Chester took wickets at crucial times, restricting the Dabbers to 216 all out from 55 overs.

July 18, 2023
Northwich Vixens LFC 3 – 2 Nantwich Town Ladies

Northwich Vixens LFC 3 – 2 Nantwich Town Ladies

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town Ladies FC suffered defeat away at Northwich Vixens as they got their pre-season campaign underway at The Park Stadium.

Dan Mellor’s players lost 3-2 with goals from Jade Buckley-Ratcliff and Dani Fisher-Sherratt for the Dabbers.

July 17, 2023
Nantwich Town claim Eddie Morris Trophy with win over Whitchurch

Nantwich Town claim Eddie Morris Trophy with win over Whitchurch

Nantwich Town claimed the Eddie Morris Memorial Trophy with a 2-1 win over Whitchurch Alport in their first pre-season friendly at the KMJ Mortgages Stadium.

And the performance should provide hope for Dabbers manager Paul Carden ahead of the new season.

July 16, 2023
South Cheshire club Seahorse Swimmers win medal haul at gala

South Cheshire club Seahorse Swimmers win medal haul at gala

By Jonathan White
Members of South Cheshire based Seahorse Swimming Club scooped a haul of medals in a gala against rivals from Sale and Ellesmere Port.

The club, who train the Lifestyle Centre in Crewe, visited Sale Leisure Centre for the event against Aquadis SC (Ellesmere Port) and Sailfin SC (Sale).

July 12, 2023
2023 Sporting Calendar: Ten major global sporting events for your diary

2023 Sporting Calendar: Ten major global sporting events for your diary

We are halfway through 2023 but there are still plenty of great sporting events to look forward to over the coming months.

In this article we cover 10 of the most exciting and high-profile global sporting events that you don’t want to miss, read on to find out what they are.

July 11, 2023
Nantwich Town manager Carden signs two-year contract

Nantwich Town manager Carden signs two-year contract

Nantwich Town’s manager Paul Carden has committed to the Dabbers for two more years.

Carden was brought in by the club during the 2022-23 season but despite an upturn in form was unable to save them from relegation.

July 10, 2023
Nantwich CC 1st team clinch National Club quarter-final place

Nantwich CC 1st team clinch National Club quarter-final place

Nantwich Cricket Club kept their hopes of a third visit to Lord’s alive with a thrilling victory over Kimberley Institute.

The four-wicket win at Whitehouse Lane earned the Dabbers a quarter-final spot in the ECB National Club Championship.

July 10, 2023
FEATURE: Premier League 23/24: Our predictions

FEATURE: Premier League 23/24: Our predictions

After the 2022-23 Premier League season wrapped up at the end of May, all eyes were immediately on next season’s competition.

The season will kick off on August 12 when newly promoted Burnley will host treble winners Manchester City.

July 8, 2023
Two young Wistaston tennis aces head to Wimbledon

Two young Wistaston tennis aces head to Wimbledon

By Jonathan White
Two young tennis aces from the village of Wistaston are heading to play at Wimbledon!

George Raiswell and Charlie Robinson, from Wistaston Jubilee Tennis Club, won their way to perform at the hallowed All England Lawn Tennis Club after winning a regional final.

July 8, 2023