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Durham Women FC secures future after takeover by South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson
Durham Women FC faced closure after struggling to secure the finances required for the upcoming season. Local businessman and South Shields…
Gateshead runner Mark Graham completes 70-mile ultramarathon after year of training
After struggling through his first attempt at The Wall ultramarathon last year, 48-year-old Mark Graham spent twelve months building his fi…
Ashford's Sandyacres Sports and Social Club to build town's first outdoor padel courts
Sandyacres Sports and Social Club in Kennington has received approval to construct two outdoor padel courts on a disused site. The project …
London Marathon to span two days in 2027 to accommodate 100,000 runners
The London Marathon will be held over two days in April 2027, allowing 100,000 participants to take part in a one-off expansion of the even…
Liverpool angler donates late friend's equipment to help local children take up the sport
Dennis has donated the fishing tackle belonging to his late friend, Russell Degnan, to the Liverpool and District Angling Association. The …
Bristol-born Alfie Jones joins Canada squad for the 2026 World Cup
After discovering his eligibility through his late grandmother, Bristol-born footballer Alfie Jones has earned a place in the Canada squad …
Former Ireland international Rhys Ruddock returns to South Gower RFC to coach lineout session
Rhys Ruddock visited his former club, South Gower RFC, to lead a training session for the squad while visiting family in Wales. His involve…
Bristol-born Katie Swan receives Wimbledon wildcard two years after considering retirement
After a back injury nearly ended her career in 2024, Katie Swan has returned to form by climbing back into the world's top 200. Her wildcar…
Cardiff City owner Vincent Tan converts £42 million of club debt into equity
Cardiff City owner Vincent Tan has converted £42 million of the club's debt into equity, a move that significantly strengthens the balance …
Thousands take part in the Great North Swim at Windermere
Around 10,000 people gathered at Windermere for the UK's largest open water swimming event, which featured distances ranging from 250m to a…
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody begins 500-mile charity cycle for MND research
Lewis Moody has set off from Newcastle on a 500-mile bike ride to raise funds and awareness for Motor Neurone Disease following his own dia…
Lewis Moody leads rugby legends on 500-mile cycle for Motor Neurone Disease research
Former England player Lewis Moody is cycling 500 miles from Newcastle to London to raise funds for the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. Joined …