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VIDEO: cricket slideshow, Ilkeston Rutland v Alfreton

Wed, 22 May 2013 21:27:18 GMT

Catch some of the action shots captured by photographer Brian Eyre at the Ilkeston Rutland v Alfreton clash.

Fifty horses to follow -- as the countdown to the Epsom Derby Festival and Royal Ascot begins

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:09:11 GMT

The new Flat season is well and truly in full swing. And two of the highlights of the year -- the Epsom Derby Festival (May 31 and June 1) and Royal Ascot (June 18-22) -- are just around the corner.

Tell us about young sports aces

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:46:43 GMT

Belper Town manager Peter Duffield has described Aaron Chapman as an “exciting, raw talent with bags of potential” after the young goalkeeper left the Nailers to sign for League Two side Chesterfield.

Darley Dale Croquet Club to host an Open Social Day at Whitworth Park

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:26:53 GMT

Darley Dale Croquet Club is having an Open Social Day on Sunday (26th) at Whitworth Park.

First loss of season for Alfreton

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:48:00 GMT

Alfreton CC suffered their first defeat of the season at the weekend in the DCCL Division One as home side Ilkeston Rutland came out as the victors by six wickets.

VIDEO SLIDESHOW: Action from Saturday’s cricket games

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:32:54 GMT

Here is a selection of photos taken by our photographers at some of last weekend’s Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire County Cricket matches.

Anniversary game at Stainsby Hall

Wed, 22 May 2013 07:29:08 GMT

Stainsby Hall CC host a Derbyshire CCC XI tonight (Wednesday) in a match that is part of the Smalley-based club’s 150th anniversary celebrations.

Cricket teams launch their cup campaigns

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:24:45 GMT

Cricket results from Saturday, May 18

Belper sides are in the top two after good start

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:23:53 GMT

Second-placed Belper Meadows 1sts completed a four-wicket victory over Staveley Welfare on Saturday in Division 6N of the Derbyshire County Cricket League, while leaders Belper Amateurs drew their game at Clowne Town.

Trio of cyclists produce some impressive performances

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:20:19 GMT

Marlin swimmers of all ages do their club proud

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:16:16 GMT

Swimmers from across the age ranges have been in competitive action for Belper Marlin Swimming Club.

Archery club holds its annual ‘have-a-go event’ on Great Lawn at Kedleston Hall

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:14:25 GMT

You are invited to have a go at archery on the Great Lawn at Kedleston Hall on Sunday, May 26.

Bowls club to host annual doubles event

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:12:45 GMT

Belper Meadows Bowls Club will holds its annual Spring Bank Holiday Doubles Competition on Monday, May 27, from 9.30am.

Awards night rounds off a successful campaign

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:12:17 GMT

Ambergate FC held their Annual Presentation Night at The Greyhound Inn, following the conclusion of the 2012/13 campaign.

Burgoyne blazes his way to 154 not out in draw at Eckington

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:10:09 GMT

It was a game of two centuries for Denby CC 1sts on Saturday at Eckington as they earned their fourth draw in four Derbyshire Premier League games this season.

Belper keeper signs for Spireites

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:30:46 GMT

Belper Town goalkeeper Aaron Chapman has signed for League Two side Chesterfield.

Outgoing chairman pays tribute at awards night

Wed, 15 May 2013 06:47:55 GMT

There were popular choices for both the Players’ Player of the Year and the Supporters’ Player of the Year at last Friday’s Annual Presentation Evening of Heanor Town FC.

Success for under 14s girls in hockey tournament

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:05:08 GMT

Belper Hockey Club’s Girls under 14s’ players are celebrating after coming out on top in a competition held at the weekend.

Annual charity football contest is set to raise around £1,250

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:03:23 GMT

The 2013 Belper Nursing Cup charity competition is set to raise around £1,250 for three good causes.

Thorpe nets the winner as Belper win in cup final

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:01:35 GMT

Belper United Reserves came out on top in the final of the President’s Cup with a 2-1 win over Bilborough Pelican Reserves.