Andrew Gale: Giving up the one-day captaincy will hopefully revitalise my career
RELINQUISHING the one-day captaincy at Yorkshire has been something that had been in my mind for the past three or four weeks really.The last thing I wanted it to do was affect my form. I feel that I...
View ArticleMaxwell and Rashid put Yorkshire in command
GLENN MAXWELL and Adil Rashid today recorded the highest sixth-wicket partnership in the history of first-class cricket at Scarborough.The pair had taken their stand to 236 at tea on day two against...
View ArticleRovers head to Boro for opener
Champions Bridlington Rovers will begin the defence of their Driffield League Premier League title with a trip to Flamborough 1stss.The league programme gets underway on Saturday, September 12, with...
View ArticleYorkshire v Durham, day 3: Yorkshire march towards title with massive win...
YORKSHIRE have beaten title rivals Durham inside three days at Scarborough to move ever closer to retaining the County Championship.The visitors were bowled out for 263 shortly after tea, chasing 447...
View ArticleYorkshire’s triumph inside three days ‘beyond belief’, says Gillespie
IF any match summed up why Yorkshire are the county champions, and why they will surely retain their title next month, this was it.For the umpteenth time, or so it seems, but never quite so...
View ArticleThere are areas we can improve, insists Gillespie
JASON GILLESPIE believes Yorkshire are showing echoes of the great Australian sides that he was a part of in terms of their refusal to lay down and die.The Yorkshire first-team coach played in an era...
View ArticleA-level results day: parent do’s and don’ts
Exam results day is stressful for everyone, for students who miss out on grades and a preferred offer of a university place, and for parents, watching your child go through the process can be...
View ArticleYorkshire target records to build lasting legacy
YORKSHIRE chief Martyn Moxon is challenging his players to turn 2015 into a record-breaking season.The club is on course to break a clutch of records as it continues its pursuit of the County...
View ArticleWhite Rose blooms as racing’s bandwagon moves on to York and Doncaster
As the proud county of Yorkshire exerts its influence over the Ashes Test series and cricket’s county championship, it’s the turn of racing to grab a slice of the cake.The midsummer delights of...
View ArticleBook review: Neglected by Jenny Molloy
Jenny Molloy knows only too well what it means to be a neglected child, deprived of love and left to battle through life with nothing to depend on but your own wits and determination.As the...
View ArticleRACING AHEAD with Tony McCormick
Racing pundit Tony McCormick from.irishbigracetrends.com beforetheoff.com and racing radio station racingfm.com presents his weekly column.Jockey Paul Hanagan has hailed top three-year-old sprinter...
View ArticleRoadworks news for region’s network
Roadworks planned for Monday August 17 through to Sunday August 23 have been announced for the region’s network.Highways bosses say that they could be subject to change due to weather conditions or...
View ArticleName of Thrones: It’s out with the new and in with the old as baby names hark...
Characters from Game Of Thrones and the popularity of Prince George are influencing the top names for babies born in England and Wales last year.Oliver and Amelia kept their place as the overall top...
View ArticleHow many British workers think their jobs are meaningless?
A survey has found that more than a third of British workers say their job is making no meaningful contribution to the world.Earlier this year workers in London were greeted on their morning commute by...
View ArticleElementary for striker Watson as Stirling hit 11
Stirling Wanderers’ Liam Watson made it nine goals in three pre-season games by bagging six in his side’s 11-4 demolition of Bridlington Snooker Centre.Snooks had gone in front three times in the early...
View ArticleSharpe helps Jackdaws celebrate
A handful of tickets are still available for Burlington Jackdaws’ Sportsman’s Dinner next month.The junior football club is celebrating its 10th anniversary with an evening with former Manchester...
View ArticleRACING AHEAD: Tips for the Ebor Festival
Racing pundit Tony McCormick from.irishbigracetrends.com beforetheoff.com and racing radio station racingfm.com presents his weekly column.The biggest meeting of the year in Yorkshire is currently in...
View ArticleSussex v Yorkshire: Hodd confident Yorkshire can get the job done
ANDREW HODD admits it is effectively Yorkshire’s County Championship to lose as he prepares to face Sussex in a four-day match for the first time since leaving the club to join Yorkshire in 2012.Hodd,...
View ArticleSPORTSDESK COMMENT WITH ROB GREEN: Jose’s smoke and mirrors aren’t fooling...
This week has been one of the worst of Jose Mourinho’s career at Chelsea.After barely scraping a draw against Swansea in their opening game, the removal of first team doctor Eva Carneiro from the bench...
View ArticleAndrew Gale: Willey’s got all the attributes to be a big success
YORKSHIRE have signed David Willey from Northamptonshire and I think it is a fantastic signing for the club – it shows our intent to keep driving forward to win trophies. Predominantly, David has had...
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