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Crewe and Nantwich sports “heroes” make Everybody Awards 2021 shortlist

Crewe and Nantwich sports “heroes” make Everybody Awards 2021 shortlist

Sportspeople young and old across Crewe and Nantwich have made the shortlist for the Everybody Awards 2021.

Nominees this year include people from motorsport, rugby, running, snowboarding, swimming, netball, football, gymnastics and more.

August 26, 2021
Nantwich CC retain title on Phoenix 15 Finals Day

Nantwich CC retain title on Phoenix 15 Finals Day

Nantwich CC have retained their Phoenix 15 Finals Day crown after another keenly contested cricket tournament.

The finals day, which was played at Nantwich CC’s ground off Whitehouse Lane, had been re-scheduled to Sunday after a wash out of the original day in early August.

August 25, 2021
Nantwich Town slip to home defeat against Matlock Town

Nantwich Town slip to home defeat against Matlock Town

By Adam Bateman
Nantwich Town were beaten at home by Matlock as they looked to bounce back from defeat to Whitby.

It was a frenetic start as both sides had opportunities to score the first and crucial goal at the Optimum Pay Stadium.

August 25, 2021
Nantwich Town Ladies FC finish pre-season with comfortable win

Nantwich Town Ladies FC finish pre-season with comfortable win

Nantwich Town Ladies played their last pre-season game in preparation for the new season with a friendly game victory over Runcorn Sports Women FC.

Due to a waterlogged pitch at Runcorn’s ground, the game was switched to the Applewood Independent 3G Arena astroturf pitch at Nantwich Town Football Club.

August 24, 2021
Nantwich Town Wolves to launch pan-disability training sessions

Nantwich Town Wolves to launch pan-disability training sessions

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town Wolves VIFC are introducing weekly pan disability football training sessions for under 16s from Sunday August 29.

The sessions from 4pm will take place on the Applewood Independent 3G Arena astro-turf pitches.

August 23, 2021
Nantwich Town fall to first league defeat away at Whitby Town

Nantwich Town fall to first league defeat away at Whitby Town

By Liam Price
Nantwich Town fell to their first defeat of the season with a 2-0 loss to Whitby Town in North Yorkshire.

The game was defined by big moments and most of these went the way of the hosts.

August 22, 2021
Nantwich Town backed by Applewood with renaming of 3G Arena

Nantwich Town backed by Applewood with renaming of 3G Arena

Nantwich Town have received more backing from local businesses, with Applewood Independent sponsoring the club’s 3G Arena.

It will now become known as the “Applewood Arena” where first team players train and community and children’s football sessions are held.

August 20, 2021
Tarporley racing driver Tom Oliphant “frustrated” by Knockhill showing

Tarporley racing driver Tom Oliphant “frustrated” by Knockhill showing

Tarporley racing driver Tom Oliphant was left frustrated as luck deserted him in the British Touring Car Championship at Knockhill.

Contact in race one saw Oliphant tumble down the order and end his chances of a top result.

August 17, 2021
Nantwich Town start new season with win over Stalybridge Celtic

Nantwich Town start new season with win over Stalybridge Celtic

By Liam Price
Sean Cooke’s 100th goal for Nantwich Town helped them to a hard-fought 3-2 win over Stalybridge Celtic in the opening league game of the new season.

More than 400 fans welcomed the return of league football at the Optimum Pay Stadium.

August 16, 2021
Nantwich Town Ladies accepted into Women’s FA Cup

Nantwich Town Ladies accepted into Women’s FA Cup

By Jack Beresford
Nantwich Town Ladies have been accepted into Women’s FA Cup for first time in the club’s history.

After securing promotion in the 2020/21 season, The Dabbers are now eligible to play in the Vitality Women’s FA Cup.

August 15, 2021
MATCH REPORT: Nantwich Town 3 Chester 2

MATCH REPORT: Nantwich Town 3 Chester 2

By Adam Bateman
Nantwich Town notched a fine 3-2 victory over higher league opponents Chester in front of a good crowd at the Optimum Pay Stadium.

Fans turned up to see new star signing in Shaun Miller as well as the addition of Cameron Terry as goalkeeper, and were treated to action at both ends.

August 8, 2021
Nantwich Town sign former Crewe Alex striker Shaun Miller

Nantwich Town sign former Crewe Alex striker Shaun Miller

Nantwich Town have signed experienced Football League striker and former Crewe Alexandra star Shaun Miller.

The Crewe academy product has amassed more than 450 football league appearances, scoring 102 goals in his 15-year career

August 6, 2021
Tarporley racer Tom Oliphant suffers on return to Oulton Park

Tarporley racer Tom Oliphant suffers on return to Oulton Park

Tarporley racing driver Tom Oliphant was left singing the praises of his team and volunteer marshals on his return to his local Oulton Park circuit.

But it was ultimately a Sunday to forget for Oliphant in the latest round of Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship.

August 4, 2021