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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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United View: Reds look to revamp their midfield
Manchester United are looking to rebuild their midfield in the upcoming transfer windows, with the club reportedly looking at bringing in two players to help improve Ruben Amorim’s side.
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City Watch: City's stars shine for England
With the International break in full flow, there isn’t much Manchester City related news to talk about in this week’s column.
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Robins make it through
A goal in each half was enough to see Ashton through to the first round proper of this season’s Manchester Premier Cup despite a spirited fightback from the visitors.
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Glossop's stellar run comes to an end
As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end, and this was the case on Tuesday as St Helens put a stop to Glossop North End's five game winning streak.
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Latics Diary: Don’t mention the weather
My rule of thumb for match reports is not to mention the weather or other external factors unless they are material to the direction or outcome of the game.
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Curzon Ashton discover FA Trophy opponents
The only Tameside club left in this year’s FA Trophy have discovered their third-round opponents.
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Weekend football round-up: Celtic see off Wythy
Stalybridge Celtic moved into the NPL West play-off positions on Saturday after a comfortable 4-1 win at home to Wythenshawe Town.
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Preview: Oldham Athletic v Crewe Alexandra
Latics return to League Two action at Boundary Park tomorrow after one of their best performances of the season gave them a 0-1 win away to Harrogate Town last Saturday.
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Greater Manchester pioneer’s world-first wellbeing series to unite workforces
Greater Manchester is once again leading the way in innovation and collaboration, this time in the world of workplace wellbeing.
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Midweek round-up: Away defeats for Robins and Tigers
Ashton United came back from Staffordshire empty handed on Tuesday night as their former player, Louis Potts, inspired hosts Leek Town to a 2-0 victory.
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Tameside clubs to support 3UP campaign
Four clubs across Tameside are supporting the National League’s 3UP Day of Action this Saturday, and thus will all kick off at the later time of 3:03pm.
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Curzon goalkeeper tells his military story
Following Remembrance Day, we spoke to Curzon Ashton goalkeeper – and former soldier –Josh Ollerenshaw, about what the day means to him.
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Wilshaw takes the reins
Following the shock resignation of newly appointed Glossop North End boss Ashley Connor, the Hillmen have moved swiftly to bring in his replacement.
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Oldham maintain 100% home record
Oldham RUFC continued their league campaign with another home game against Burnley on Saturday, who themselves were unbeaten to date in league fixtures, with Oldham hoping to keep their 100% home record intact for the season.
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United View: De ligt rescues important point
United head into another international break with a sense of assurance after they left it late to claw back a point against Spurs on Saturday.
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City Watch: Blues pick up statement victory
Manchester City faced two crucial games in the Premier League and Champions League ahead of the final international break of the year.
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Glossop Blues make generous donation
Glossop Manchester City Supporters Club have made a generous donation to a fantastic local cause.
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Weekend football round-up: Robins back on track
Ashton United got back to winning ways on Saturday with a 2-0 win at Ilkeston Town, which moved them to within a point of the NPL Premier play-off spots.
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New GNE boss makes swift exit
In a shock turn of events, newly appointed Glossop North End manager Ashley Connor has stepped down from his position just days after his arrival at Surrey Street.
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Stalybridge slap fighter picks up debut victory in Riyadh
Stalybridge slap fighter Louis ‘Razor’ Robinson got his Power Slap career off to a flying start at the weekend with a third round TKO victory over world number seven James Siekmann in Riyadh.
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Oldham come from behind to take the spoils
Oldham returned to Manor Park last weekend looking to get back to winning ways after narrowly missing out in the National Cup the previous week.
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Midweek football round-up: Connor off to a flyer
New Glossop North End boss Ashley Connor got his tenure off to a flying start on Tuesday night, easing into the third round of the Derbyshire Senior cup after a 5-0 thrashing of 10-man Shirebrook Town.
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Evolution celebrate international success
A martial arts club in Glossop are celebrating yet another successful year at the WKC (World Karate & Kickboxing Commission) World Championships.
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City Watch: Blues bounce back
Following their defeat to Aston Villa in their previous Premier League game, Manchester City came up against Bournemouth on Sunday, hoping to regain their good form before two vital clashes.
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Hillmen unveil new first team manager
Glossop North End have confirmed the appointment of former Golcar United boss Ashley Connor, who takes over as the club’s new first team manager following the departure of Richard Brodie.
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Droylsden's Deniz dominates in Manchester
Droylsden boxer Billy Deniz picked up the biggest win of his career at the weekend with a convincing points win over Ezra Arenyeka at the Co-op Live Arena.
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United View: A point gained or two points lost?
While Manchester United may feel they should have taken all three points from Saturday’s trip to the City Ground, Ruben Amorim chose to take the positives from the 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest.
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Weekend football round-up: Spirited Hillmen see off LR
Glossop North End came from behind twice to defeat Atherton LR on Saturday, with Dylan Switters’ last-minute winner topping off a superb afternoon for The Hillmen.
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Curzon discover FA Trophy opponents
The only Tameside club left in this year’s FA Trophy have discovered their second-round opponents.
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Midweek football round-up: Nash clip Linnets' wings
Curzon Ashton moved within a point of the National League North play-offs on Tuesday with a 3-0 win at home to King’s Lynn Town.
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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.
