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Whizzers A, B and C claim victories in indoor cricket

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 5, 2026

In Division One, in a quirky result, Wight Whizzers A beat Shanklin & Godshill by 1 wicket, with Shanklin scoring…

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Victorious Ventnor in this week’s rugby report

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 5, 2026

Ventnor claimed an emphatic 64-0 at home to Lymington Mariners, in the RFU’s Men’s Community Cup, with the visitors standing…

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Cook claims podium at Porridgepot Hill

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 4, 2026

Ewan Cook produced an impressive performance in round three of the Brass Monkeys two-hour mountain bike race, at Porridgepot Hill…

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Hundreds take part in Ryde 10-Mile Race

Isle of Wight Observer Feb 4, 2026

The Ryde 10-Mile Race saw 535 runners take part, with Chris Newnham, Josh Price, and Joe Wade leading the field…

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Calm start to winter trials on the Medina

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Sunday morning brought still, bright conditions on the River Medina for the first winter time trial of 2026, with 39…

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Island teams bag goals across divisions in hockey

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The all-weather surface at Smallbrook saw IW Ladies 1st XI come back from behind, to secure a 2-2 home draw…

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West Wight are winners in this week’s football

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With wet weather affecting weekend matches, West Wight overcame Shanklin in the semi-final of the IW Challenge Cup, East Cowes…

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Success down under for Harry

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Bembridge’s Harry Wilmott-Stanton continues to enjoy tennis success in Australia, after playing for many years, at both Ryde Lawn and…

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This weekend’s local sport fixtures

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 29, 2026

2pm Saturday unless otherwise stated Football Cowes v Sherborne Town (3pm), Christchurch v East Cowes Vics (3pm), Hamworthy Utd v…

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Ryde beat Bakers in two‑wicket finish

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 29, 2026

In Division One, Ryde won by 2 wickets against Island Bakeries A, with 28 from Ellis Ridett and 21 from…

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Island volunteers battle weather for weekend football matches

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 27, 2026

This week’s football saw volunteer grounds teams across the Island battling the elements to ensure a handful of league and…

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Triple triumph in this week’s hockey report

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 27, 2026

The strength of Island hockey continues to grow, with the weekend seeing 3 wins from 3 matches, and young talent…

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Early‑bird entries for iconic Round the Island race open

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The countdown to this year’s Round the Island race officially begins today (Friday), as entries open for the iconic 50‑nautical‑mile…

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Island’s Alice rides to national glory

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A young rider, from Niton, has been crowned Endurance GB Junior Champion after an exceptional year on the national circuit.…

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Hurricanes power to 29–12 win at Eastleigh

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 21, 2026

Sandown & Shanklin Hurricanes won 29-12 away at Eastleigh in Counties One, with skipper, Tom Marriott, leading with a try,…

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Four‑midable! 4-0 win for Ladies 1st XI

Isle of Wight Observer Jan 20, 2026

In Division One South, the Ladies 1st XI won 4-0 at home to Trojans III, with Polly Rider, Mia Lawrence,…

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