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Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith’s delight with Oulton Park win

Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith’s delight with Oulton Park win

Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith was delighted with his performance after claiming a second MINI Challenge victory of the season at his home Cheshire circuit, Oulton Park.

Smith claimed his first pole position of the year, then went on to win race one and almost added another podium place in race two when he finished fourth.

July 26, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC appoint new Director of Rugby Andy Thompson

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC appoint new Director of Rugby Andy Thompson

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC have appointed Andy Thompson as its new Director of Rugby.

Thompson will work alongside new head coach John Farr as the club prepares for the 2018-19 campaign.

July 23, 2018
Woore CC complete league double over rivals Norton in Hales

Woore CC complete league double over rivals Norton in Hales

By Roger Horwood
Woore CC 1sts completed the double over local rivals Norton in Hales and maintained their 59-point lead in second place over Sandyford.

And for the third time in the last four matches, Woore had their Sri Lankan professional Dissanagge Eranga Thilina Rathanayake “Rangi” to thank.

July 23, 2018
Nantwich Town continue pre-season with 2-1 loss to Blackpool

Nantwich Town continue pre-season with 2-1 loss to Blackpool

By James Brown
Nantwich Town continued their pre-season preparations with an entertaining game against Blackpool which saw the League One side come out on top 2-1.

The visitors were quick out of the blocks, catching the Dabbers defence cold with an early break down the left by Marc Bola who crossed Mark Cullen to head home from close range.

July 22, 2018
Nantwich Town beaten 2-0 in pre-season match at Alsager Town

Nantwich Town beaten 2-0 in pre-season match at Alsager Town

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town suffered a defeat in their latest pre-season encounter away at Alsager Town.

The Dabbers took a less experienced “Nantwich Town XI” to Alsager for the game at the Wood Park Stadium on Thursday night.

July 21, 2018
Nantwich Town draw 2-2 with Sandbach United in pre-season friendly

Nantwich Town draw 2-2 with Sandbach United in pre-season friendly

Nantwich Town continued their pre-season campaign with an entertaining 2-2 draw at Sandbach United.

But the Dabbers defence will be kicking themselves after letting a 2-0 lead slip against the lower league opponents at the Weaver Stadium.

July 18, 2018
Woore CC 1sts beat Stafford to maintain promotion push

Woore CC 1sts beat Stafford to maintain promotion push

By Roger Horwood
Woore CC’s relentless march towards promotion took another huge stride as they beat Stafford to retain second position and a 59-point lead over their third-placed rivals Sandyford.

With another maximum 25 points win, the second half of the season is looking extremely promising.

July 16, 2018
Nantwich Town lose 2-1 to Salford City in latest pre-season clash

Nantwich Town lose 2-1 to Salford City in latest pre-season clash

Nantwich Town were unlucky to lose to a last minute goal at home to Salford City – despite having Harry Cain in their side!

The Dabbers provided a stern test for the National League side and almost held on for a deserved draw.

July 11, 2018
Craig Ruscoe leads Woore 1sts to victory over rivals Leycett

Craig Ruscoe leads Woore 1sts to victory over rivals Leycett

By Roger Horwood
Craig Ruscoe (pictured) starred with bat and ball to help lead Woore CC 1sts to victory over rivals Leycett.

The win means Woore are in second place on 228 points at the halfway stage of the season, a lead of 59 points on third placed Sandyford and 22 points behind leaders Bagnall Norton.

July 8, 2018
Nantwich Town beaten 1-0 by League Two neighbours Crewe Alexandra

Nantwich Town beaten 1-0 by League Two neighbours Crewe Alexandra

Nantwich Town were narrowly beaten by a Jordan Bowery header when they entertained League Two neighbours Crewe Alexandra.

The pre-season friendly proved a good work out for both sides in hot weather at the Weaver Stadium.

July 8, 2018
Kick-off change for Nantwich Town game with Crewe Alex to avoid England clash

Kick-off change for Nantwich Town game with Crewe Alex to avoid England clash

Nantwich Town and Crewe Alex have agreed to move their pre-season friendly kick-off time to avoid it clashing with England’s World Cup quarter final with Sweden.

The pre-season encounter had been scheduled for this Saturday July 7 at 3pm at the Weaver Stadium, and would normally attract one of the club’s biggest attendances of the year.

July 4, 2018
Woore CC 1sts earn draw in blistering heat at Silverdale

Woore CC 1sts earn draw in blistering heat at Silverdale

By Roger Horwood
Woore CC 1sts recovered from the loss of two early wickets to battle out a draw at Silverdale.

The visitors were reduced to 6 for 2 after being put into bat, before their Sri Lankan pro Dissanagge Eranga Thilina Rathanayake, nicknamed “Rangi” (pictured), took charge.

July 3, 2018
Nantwich teenage showjumper Madison Heath leaps to another victory

Nantwich teenage showjumper Madison Heath leaps to another victory

Nantwich teenager Madison Heath claimed another honour when she was crowned Equithème Leading Pony Showjumper of the Year Qualifier at Bicton Arena.

With the only double clear of the class, Madison shot in to first place in Salterton, Devon, ahead of 21 other competitors.

July 3, 2018