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Glossop, Tameside and Oldham are home to many local sports teams - from community football and cricket to non-league, EFL and Premier League football, as well as local and county cricket. Our region also boasts a rich heritage in boxing, athletics, basketball, esports and golf. We have a passion for local sport. Tameside Radio, Tameside Reporter, Oldham Reporter and the Glossop Chronicle also ensures that our international teams and athletes feature heavily on air, online and in print.
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Bloods defeat Salford City
Droylsden were triumphant in their final pre-season match beating Salford City XI 3-1 at the Butchers Arms.
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Baker cooks up a storm at Hyde
Hyde United have strengthened their back line with the signing of Macclesfield defender Drew Baker.
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Cup glory for Droylsden
Droylsden Renegades won the GMCLT20 championship with an unlikely chase victory over Greenfield Thunder at Mottram CC on Sunday.
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Curzon under 7's raise £5K for Cancer Research UK
A Curzon Ashton youth team has recently come together to raise a huge sum for charity.
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Tigers maul the Lilywhites
Hyde United defeated local rivals Mossley to pick up the Ray Stanley memorial shield on Tuesday, in front of a packed-out crowd at the Project Solar Stadium.
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Close encounters make for an exciting week in the DCCL
First Division matches were played on Saturday 20th July, with a start time of 1pm for 45 overs a side.
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Right Said Fred: Hodgkinson favourite for SPOTY
Five would be Olympic medal winners are in the top ten at Betfred to win the 2024 BBC Sports Personality of the Year.
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Ben McCarthy: United View
Manchester United won 2-0 on Saturday in their second pre-season match against Rangers, with goals from Amad Diallo and Joe Hugill.
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Toby Camplin: City Watch
Following the result of the Euros, it’s honestly been nice to have a few weeks not thinking about football before the circus all begins again.
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Salkeld steps down
Curzon Ashton have today announced the departure of Chairman Wayne Salkeld, who has stepped down from his role at the club.
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Gamesley hold charity football match to raise funds for football club
On Saturday, Gamesley held a charity football match to raise money to reignite Gamesley Football Club.
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Midweek pre-season football round-up: Tigers take trophy
Three of our local football clubs were in action last night as pre-season matches take a step up in intensity.
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Keeping up with the Kardacz-ians at Mossley
Mossley have signed two promising youngsters as David Fish continues to build ahead of the new season.
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Barratt and Simpson make it a hat-trick of wins
It was a record-breaking day at the annual Mossley 10k on Sunday, with two familiar faces topping the rankings.
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Pre-season roundup: A positive result for the Bloods
Droylsden and Glossop North End ended their pre-season preparations on Saturday afternoon with results that left both managers pleased.
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White adds bite to Robins
Ashton United have strengthened their midfield with the signing of Louis White from Marine.
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Fixtures released for Tameside's NPL teams
The wait is over for our four Northern Premier League clubs, with the fixtures for the new season being released last night.
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Midweek pre-season roundup
Mossley left it late, but two goals in the final five minutes were enough for them to salvage a 2-2 draw against Irlam at Seel Park.
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Uppermill to groundshare with Mossley during the 2024/25 season
Reigning Manchester Premier League champions Uppermill will play their home games for the 2024/25 season at Mossley’s Seel Park.
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Great Britain crowned World Champions
Great Britain were crowned World Champions for the second time in three years in front of a delighted home crowd at Belle Vue’s National Speedway Stadium on Saturday.
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Dinting to take on Dove Holes in the Hawke Trophy
Derbyshire and Cheshire Cricket League sponsored by Complete Weed Control. 45 over matches played on Saturday 13th July at 1pm. First Division results.
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Right Said Fred: Howe favourite to take over as new England boss
If Gareth Southgate's successor is to be another Englishman as it should be then Eddie Howe is the clear standout candidate as far as I'm concerned.
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United View: Ten Hag calls for standards after Rosenborg loss
Erik ten Hag didn’t hold back in his post-match assessment of his side following a loss in their first preseason game of the season in Norway, saying the performance was ‘below standard’.
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City Watch: Toby Camplin
It’s been very difficult knowing where and how to start the column for this week's edition.
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Glossop rider selected for England
The Endurance GB International Committee has announced that Libby Keating from Glossop has been selected to represent England at the Home International Endurance Championships.
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New Mills athlete to represent Great Britain
A young athlete from the High Peak is set to represent his country at the upcoming Underwater Hockey World Championships.
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Southgate steps down
Gareth Southgate has left his role as England manager after almost eight years in charge.
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Nash bash Arthurians to win Bulls Cup
Curzon Ashton picked up their first silverware under Craig Mahon with an emphatic 5-0 win in the final of the Bulls Cup in Jersey.
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Simpson returns to defend Mossley 10k crown
The annual Mossley 10k takes place this Sunday, with a capacity field of 400 runners lining up to tackle its undulating course.
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Jav-elin lands at Bower Fold
Stalybridge Celtic have pulled off a coup by signing full-back Javid Swaby-Neavin from Warrington Rylands.
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This weekend's pre-season football roundup
Stalybridge Celtic romped to a 5-1 win at Squires Gate on Saturday as our local sides continued their preparations for the upcoming football season.
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Familiar faces return to Glossop North End
Glossop North End have added a mix of youth and experience ahead of the new season.
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Two more Tigers team up
Hyde United have made two new additions to their squad ahead of Saturday’s friendly against Wythenshawe FC.
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Local gymnastics club hosts annual fundraising event
Tameside School of Gymnastics (TSOG) recently held its annual fundraising competition, The Geoff Machan Cup, with an exciting Paris 2024 Olympics theme.
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Meet the US Esports star who enjoys trips to Ashton Market and eating Pukka Pies
Emmalee Garrido, also known by her gaming name ‘Emuhleet’, made her name in the rapidly expanding Esports industry, which sees talented gamers compete for cash prizes in tournaments all around the world.
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Lucky punter picks up 200k from a £1 bet
A Betfred customer who has two jobs to make ends meet has won a whopping £200,000 from a ONE POUND bet.
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Mossley pick up Willow Wood Hospice Cup
The Willow Wood Hospice Cup made a triumphant return on Tuesday night in Glossop.
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United View: United close in on Zirkzee
Manchester United players and coaching staff returned to Carrington this week to begin pre-season training and while preparations are taking place on the pitch, the club has been busy with squad building.
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Five star Droylsden thrash Stretford Paddock
Droylsden recorded an emphatic victory in the annual Tony Downes memorial match on Saturday (July 6), defeating local side Stretford Paddock 5-0 at the Butcher’s Arms.
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Midweek Pre-season Roundup
Mossley legend Ben Richardson presented the Willow Wood Hospice Trophy to his former club after they beat Glossop North End 2-0 at Surrey Street.
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Pre-season football round-up
Pre-season began for most of our local sides on Saturday, with Droylsden and New Mills both putting five past lower league opposition.
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Mossley AFC sign new striker
Mossley AFC have secured the services of striker Reece Webb-Foster, after he spent the second half of last season at Seel Park.
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Volunteer at this year's Tour of Tameside
An exhilarating four-day event, the Tour accommodates runners all of levels, whether you’re a seasoned marathon runner or just entering the sport. If you don’t feel like tightening your laces and stepping out on the start line, there are still plenty of ways you can get involved.
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Your guide to The Tour 2024
An iconic four day running event in Tameside, The Tour is back on the race calendar for 2024, and this year it will be brought to you by Quest Events. If you’re on the hunt for the perfect summer plan, tickets for The Tour is now on sale - Make use of our Early Bird offers on now until mid February 2024.
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Denton Town promoted to Cheshire Premier Division
Denton Town have been promoted to the Cheshire Premier Division, after a 2-2 draw against Parklands in their final match of the season.