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There was a five-fold victory in this week’s hockey

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 29, 2025

The hockey season came to a close with the IW Men’s 2nd XI winning 5-1 at home to Havant, at…

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IW Junior B Cup goes to penalties in football

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 28, 2025

Niton Reserves were crowned winners of the IW Junior B Cup, after beating Ventnor 4-3 on penalties: the floodlit match…

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Final winter league table tennis report

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 24, 2025

by Debbie Yates The IWTTA Winter League 2024/2025 has concluded after six months of competitive play throughout three divisions. The…

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Oakfield crowned combination champions in football

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 24, 2025

Oakfield Reserves secured the Combination Two Championship, on Wednesday evening, after coming back from a goal behind to win 4-2…

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Record-breaking throw secures a World Championships qualification

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 24, 2025

Ryde School teacher and Olympic athlete, Nick Percy, has officially qualified for this summer’s World Championships in Tokyo, following an…

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There were early wins for Ventnor in this week’s cricket

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 24, 2025

Ventnor enjoyed victories over Fair Oak and Ryde, ahead of the start of the new season. Visitors, Fair Oak, totalled…

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Multi-terrain test and Three Hills Challenge for this week’s runners

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Established in 1933, the Newport to Ryde run attracted 132 runners, with category winners including Chris Till, Lewis Holman, Stuart…

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This week’s report from Newport Rifle Club

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 23, 2025

Easter weekend saw the Chris Snape Memorial Underlever Competition, with a strong field and close contest. The winners were determined…

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Hurries Kicking Cup Challenge in this week’s rugby report

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There was a great turnout for the 2024/25 Hurricanes Kicking Cup Challenge at the Fairway, still buzzing even after the…

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Shanklin resident, and Ryde School and IW Hockey coach, Pip Spibey, has gained a place on the Hockey for Heroes…

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Yarmouth youngsters take a Challenger trip

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Ten children, from Yarmouth Sailing Club, accompanied by two adults, had an amazing experience onboard Challenger 4 with the Tall…

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Cricket curtain-raisers in this week’s report

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 17, 2025

Current Southern Premier League champions, Hampshire Academy, overcome Ventnor by 35 runs in a pre-season friendly at Steephill. Batting first,…

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Great showing for IW in Nottingham finals

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The recent National Bowls Finals, in Nottingham, saw outstanding representation from the Island. Darren Griffith reached the quarter-finals in two…

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Oakfield are promoted in this week’s football report

Isle of Wight Observer Apr 16, 2025

There were hat-tricks from Whitecroft & Barton’s Sam Cant, West Wight’s Jordan Flynn and West Wight A’s Jordan Maloney. Newport…

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A Ryde Harrier wins the Salisbury road race

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by Gary Marshall Heading off the Island we were rewarded with a stunning sunrise, followed by a smooth drive to…

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Haylands are through to national finals!

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