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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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Celtic make their first move
Stalybridge Celtic have made their first signing of the summer, bringing in talented striker Ruben Jerome.
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Stafford signs
Curzon Ashton have announced the signing of defender Jack Stafford following his departure from fellow National League North side Southport.
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231 miles for The Christie
An athlete from Tameside is preparing for his biggest challenge yet.
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Euro tour triumph
Glossop-based darts star Nathan Aspinall added another piece of silverware to his collection over the weekend, picking up the European Darts Open trophy in Leverkusen.
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Pratty's back!
Hyde United have announced the return of fan favourite Tom Pratt, who made 223 appearances for the club between 2017 and 2023.
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Aldwinians' ladies tournament returns
Following the success of last year’s event, Aldwinians RUFC are once again hosting their annual ladies rugby tournament.
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City Watch: Blues prepare for Club World Cup
It’s been just over a week since the season came to it’s conclusion against Fulham, and already I’m wishing that football was back.
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United View: Fernandes turns down Saudi move
The Premier League season has only just concluded, and a decision has been made that will have a significant impact on Manchester United over the next few years, with captain Bruno Fernandes deciding to turn down a move to Saudi Arabia.
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Spooner signs on for 2025/26
Hyde United have been handed a huge boost ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 season, with manager Nick Spooner committing his future to the club.
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Aspinall eyes Premier League crown
Nathan Aspinall says it would "mean everything" if he was to be crowned the 2025 Premier League Darts champion, five years on from his heartbreaking defeat in the 2020 final.
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Ashton athletes impress in US
Earlier this month, a group of local dancers and cheerleaders jetted off to Florida to take part in various tournaments across the pond.
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Double signing for The Nash
Curzon Ashton have bolstered their squad ahead of the 2025/26 season with the arrival of Joel Amado and Joe Rodwell-Grant.
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United View: Reds end dismal season with a win
After 9 months, and the worst Premier League season in the club’s history, Manchester United’s season has finally ended.
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City Watch: Blues secure top 5 spot
The day has finally come, the end of the season is here, and to be honest, I think a lot of City fans will be glad to have this campaign behind us all.
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Darting star visits Glossop school
To celebrate National Numeracy Day, darting sensation Nathan Aspinall paid a visit to Hadfield Infant School as part of the Bullseye Maths initiative.
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Dynamic duo depart The Nash
Curzon Ashton winger Isaac Buckley-Ricketts has made the switch to National League North rivals Macclesfield for an undisclosed fee.
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Tameside athletes impress in the US
A dance and cheer academy from Tameside have impressed on the world stage, returning from their trip to the US with an abundance of silverware.
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Celtic fans raise £3K for a great cause
The Stalybridge Celtic Supporters Association (SCSA) recently took on the ‘Stalybridge Three Peaks challenge’, raising over £3000 for a fantastic cause.
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United View: Are United at risk of alienating fans with new ownership?
Just a quick reminder that this was written before the Europa League Final, so for obvious reasons, I won’t be discussing the events of that game.
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City Watch: Palace shock Blues in FA Cup final
It’s not very often that I’ve said this over the past few seasons, in fact, there’s only one other year under Pep Guardiola that we have, but Manchester City are going trophyless this season, following their defeat in the FA Cup Final on Saturday.
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Duki Reserves romp to league title
Dukinfield Town Reserves are celebrating an impressive league title win.
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Glossop athletes off to the US
Athletes from a martial arts club in Glossop are set to represent their country at the upcoming World Championships.
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Cup heartbreak for Hyde
Hyde United were the victims of an upset in the final of the Manchester Premier Cup on Tuesday, with opponents Irlam picking up the trophy for the first time in their history.
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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.