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AFC Crewe appoints former Nantwich coach Gary Taylor-Fletcher as manager

AFC Crewe appoints former Nantwich coach Gary Taylor-Fletcher as manager

Former Nantwich Town coach and Premier League player Gary Taylor-Fletcher has been appointed new manager of AFC Crewe.

Taylor-Fletcher, who played for nearly two decades at league clubs like Blackpool, Leicester City, and Huddersfield Town, joins AFC Crewe in the 14th tier of English football.

March 22, 2023
Nantwich Town offer reduced entry for Non League Day

Nantwich Town offer reduced entry for Non League Day

Nantwich Town is offering reduced entry fees as part of the Non League Day initiative this Saturday March 25.

The Dabbers welcome Bamber Bridge to the Swansway Stadium as they look to continue their improved form under new manager Paul Carden.

March 21, 2023
Leaders Betley cruise to victory in Crewe Regional Sunday league

Leaders Betley cruise to victory in Crewe Regional Sunday league

Betley and NHB met for the second time in eight days in the Crewe Regional League Premier Division – and the outcome was similar to last time with Betley winning 6-1.

Danny Lavalette and Simon Roberts both scored twice, with the Lavalette brace including a twice taken penalty kick.

March 19, 2023
Nantwich Town earn huge win at Gainsborough in battle to beat drop

Nantwich Town earn huge win at Gainsborough in battle to beat drop

Nantwich Town earned a crucial 1-0 away win at high-flying Gainsborough Trinity as the Dabbers look to avoid relegation.

A Steven Hewitt strike on 75 minutes earned Nantwich all three points, denting the hosts’ play-off hopes in the bargain.

March 19, 2023
Crewe and Nantwich Gymnastics Club given donation boost

Crewe and Nantwich Gymnastics Club given donation boost

Children at a popular Crewe and Nantwich Gymnastics Club are jumping for joy after landing their first donation towards a fundraising campaign for new equipment.

Cereal producer Mornflake was quick off the mark to support the club after parents put out an appeal to Cheshire businesses.

March 15, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich 1sts missed chances prove costly at Worcester

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts missed chances prove costly at Worcester

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts will look back at missed chances after falling to a 28-15 defeat at Worcester in their final league game of the season.

It was a mid-table clash but both sides were aiming to end on a high note.

March 15, 2023
Mum and daughter help Crewe & Nantwich Ladies power to victory

Mum and daughter help Crewe & Nantwich Ladies power to victory

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC Ladies achieved a first for the club when a mother and daughter took to the field in the same team!

Cherie Davies and her daughter Regan, from Stapeley, played for the Ladies 1st team against Driffield.

March 13, 2023
Leaders Betley thump NHB to stay top of Crewe Regional Premier Division

Leaders Betley thump NHB to stay top of Crewe Regional Premier Division

Leaders Betley had an emphatic 0-5 win against NHB, who were missing a few regular players, in the Crewe Regional League Premier Division.

Keiron Duckers scored a hat-trick, with further goals coming from Danny Lavalette and George Alcock.

March 12, 2023
Nantwich Town earn vital win over Lancaster in battle to beat drop

Nantwich Town earn vital win over Lancaster in battle to beat drop

Nantwich Town secured a huge win in the relegation battle with a 2-1 victory over Lancaster City at the Swansway Stadium, writes Liam Price.

Nantwich made two changes from the defeat to Hyde, with Connor Evans in for his first start and Jack Sherratt starting in midfield.

March 12, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich narrowly beaten at 35-24 at Wolverhampton

Crewe & Nantwich narrowly beaten at 35-24 at Wolverhampton

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC 1sts saw their fine run come to an end with defeat away at Wolverhampton.

The hosts had been on a difficult run of results and Crewe were in a rich vein of form with five consecutive wins.

March 7, 2023
Nantwich Running Club wins national England Athletics award

Nantwich Running Club wins national England Athletics award

Nantwich Running Club have scooped the England Athletics Volunteer Awards 2022 “Club of the Year, National Winner” title.

Club bosses picked up their awards at a presentation evening and dinner ceremony at the Crowne Plaza in Birmingham recently.

March 6, 2023
Lions beat Betley in Crewe FA Sunday Cup + full round-up

Lions beat Betley in Crewe FA Sunday Cup + full round-up

Betley and The Lions battled out a closely fought game in the Crewe Regional League Premier Division semi-finals of the Crewe FA Sunday Cup.

Betley took the lead after 15 minutes with a Dan Lomas goal.

March 5, 2023
Nantwich Town beaten by Hyde in new manager Carden’s opener

Nantwich Town beaten by Hyde in new manager Carden’s opener

By Jack Beresford
New Nantwich Town boss Paul Carden said his side deserved at least a point after they lost 1-0 at home to second place Hyde United.

Carden, who joined the club on Monday, had two training sessions to prepare for the game.

March 5, 2023