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Nantwich CC reach quarter-finals of national T20 competition

Nantwich CC reach quarter-finals of national T20 competition

Nantwich Cricket Club have reached the quarter-finals of the ECB National T20 Competition after two more excellent victories to win the regional round.

The Whitehouse Lane outfit now face a last eight clash with Ormskirk this Sunday for a place at national Finals Day in Derby.

August 6, 2018
Woore CC 1sts and 2nds well beaten, but under 14s celebrate title win

Woore CC 1sts and 2nds well beaten, but under 14s celebrate title win

By Roger Horwood
Woore CC 1sts remain in second place in their bid for promotion, despite a heavy home defeat to Bignall End.

The visitors won the toss and took full advantage by batting first and hammering a massive 273-5 in 55 overs.

August 5, 2018
Tom Oliphant hails “awesome” effort after best British Touring Car Championship results

Tom Oliphant hails “awesome” effort after best British Touring Car Championship results

Tom Oliphant hailed an “awesome” team performance after he secured his highest finishes in the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship at Snetterton.

The Tarporley-born racer finished with a pair of eighth place finishes in Norfolk, and now looks to build on that when the championship moves to Rockingham Motor Speedway on August 11-12.

August 4, 2018
Lyndon Wain appointed as Nantwich Town community development manager

Lyndon Wain appointed as Nantwich Town community development manager

Nantwich Town have appointed Lyndon Wain as their new community development manager with immediate effect.

Lyndon is well known at the Weaver Stadium having worked as a volunteer coach for more than 12 years.

August 4, 2018
Nantwich Town ease to 4-0 pre-season win at Winsford United

Nantwich Town ease to 4-0 pre-season win at Winsford United

By Steve Sharman
Nantwich Town continued their preparation for the new 2018/19 campaign with a convincing 4-0 win over Winsford United.

Striker Joe Malkin continued his fine scoring form in pre-season with a goal in each half, with Jamie Morgan and trialist Harry Cain also finding the net at the Barton Stadium.

August 1, 2018
Woore CC skipper guides 1st team to win over Meir Heath

Woore CC skipper guides 1st team to win over Meir Heath

By Roger Horwood
Woore CC 1sts skipper Tas Hussain used his experience in his side’s thrilling win over Meir Heath to maintain their run in a rain interrupted match.

With five straight wins under their belt, and maximum points in each, the surge towards promotion shows no sign of abating.

July 30, 2018
Former Crewe Alex star AJ Leitch Smith turns out for Nantwich Town

Former Crewe Alex star AJ Leitch Smith turns out for Nantwich Town

Former Crewe Alexandra star AJ Leitch-Smith played and scored for Nantwich Town in their latest pre-season match away at Colwyn Bay.

AJ, who also played for Crewe’s rivals Port Vale, is seeking a new club and approached the Dabbers for much-needed game time.

July 29, 2018
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