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Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith realises dream of BTCC signing

Nantwich racing driver Rob Smith realises dream of BTCC signing

Nantwich racer Rob Smith has realised his lifelong dream after being signed to drive in the 2019 British Touring Car Championships (BTCC).

The Bentley Motors worker was today confirmed as the first driver for Excelr8 motorsport squad for the 2019 season.

November 21, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich 1sts earn fine 8-20 victory away at Stafford

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts earn fine 8-20 victory away at Stafford

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts earned a hard-fought away victory in Stafford as they continue to improve on their early season performances.

The visitors made a strong start with scrum half George Colebourne scoring a try after 12 minutes, which was converted by fly half Jim Creighton.

November 20, 2018
Square One win top of table clash over NHB in Crewe Regional Premier Division

Square One win top of table clash over NHB in Crewe Regional Premier Division

op two sides Square One and NHB FC met in the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division at Bunbury, with leaders Square One coming out on top.

Square One won 3-0, thanks to two goals from Josh Wynne and one from Danny Dodd.

November 19, 2018
Nantwich Town held to 2-2 draw away at Bamber Bridge

Nantwich Town held to 2-2 draw away at Bamber Bridge

By Ryan Batty
A late equaliser from Alistair Waddecar condemned Nantwich Town to a frustrating 2-2 draw against Bamber Bridge at the Sir Tom Finney Stadium.

The Dabbers led twice but two great efforts from Waddecar saw Dave Cooke’s side drop two points in their pursuit of top spot.

November 18, 2018
Youthful Nantwich Town continue fine form with Crewe & District FA Cup victory

Youthful Nantwich Town continue fine form with Crewe & District FA Cup victory

By Jonathan White
Nantwich Town beat Winnington Avenue 94 3-1 in the Crewe & District FA Cup match at the Weaver Stadium.

Joe Malkin bagged a brace and Kallam Boyle scored the other as a youthful Dabbers side ensured there was no giant killing act.

November 14, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC knocked out of Intermediate Cup by Kidderminster

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC knocked out of Intermediate Cup by Kidderminster

Crewe and Nantwich RUFC 1sts were knocked out of the Midlands Intermediate Cup, losing 46-28 away at Kidderminster.

Bad traffic on the M6 motorway caused a delay to the start, and it didn’t get much better for Crewe as they rushed into the kick off.

November 12, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich athletes awarded Everybody Foundation grants

Crewe & Nantwich athletes awarded Everybody Foundation grants

Crewe and Nantwich athletes and organisations have been awarded grants of up to £500 by the Everybody Foundation.

The second round of grant awards saw 12 dished out, including supporting local athletes to represent their country in competitions and sporting clubs to have new equipment.

November 12, 2018
Nantwich Town hammer North Ferriby 4-1 on the road

Nantwich Town hammer North Ferriby 4-1 on the road

By Ryan Batty
Nantwich Town blew North Ferriby United away with a brilliant 4-1 win to close the gap on Scarborough’s lead at the top of the table to two points.

Callum Saunders gave the Dabbers the lead after 12 minutes, while Danny Glover converted a penalty soon after.

November 11, 2018
Faddiley hold leaders Square One to 1-1 draw

Faddiley hold leaders Square One to 1-1 draw

Leaders Square One could only draw 1-1 at home to Faddiley on a day of surprising results in the Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division.

Shane Heron gave Square One a half time lead, but a late penalty by Will Emerton earned Faddiley a point.

November 11, 2018
Crewe and Nantwich Ladies demolish Leigh 57-17 to move top

Crewe and Nantwich Ladies demolish Leigh 57-17 to move top

Crewe & Nantwich Ladies asserted their authority in the National Challenge 1 North West league with a nine-try demolition of newly promoted Leigh RUFC Ladies.

Crewe last met Leigh in an ill-temped affair in 2015 and this game was no different, an otherwise compelling contest marred by moments of foul play and flare-ups between players.

November 6, 2018
Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts bounce back with win over Spartans

Crewe & Nantwich RUFC 1sts bounce back with win over Spartans

Crewe & Nantwich 1sts bounced back from defeat with a hard earned victory over third placed Spartans.

The visitors opened the stronger but Crewe gradually came into the game with backs and forwards linking well.

November 6, 2018
Wistaston Leopard push Square One all the way in Premier Division

Wistaston Leopard push Square One all the way in Premier Division

Wistaston Leopard pushed league leaders Square One all the way in their Crewe Regional Sunday League Premier Division encounter.

The teams were goalless at half time at the Eric Swan sports ground yesterday (November 4).

November 5, 2018
Nantwich Town unbeaten run ended by Matlock Town

Nantwich Town unbeaten run ended by Matlock Town

By James Brown
Nantwich Town’s unbeaten run came to an end after a second-half collapse saw Matlock Town win 4-1 at the Weaver Stadium.

The Dabbers could have taken the lead on 13 minutes from the penalty spot after Jamie Morgan was taken down.

November 4, 2018