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Race-rusty Lynn suffered a 56-34 defeat in their Premiership opener at Wolverhampton last night.The MacInnes Stars were clearly lacking track time after the postponements of practice day and last week’s home opener against Sheffield, and they got off to a nightmare start in the West Midlands.Manager Alex Brady said: “Obviously it’s disappointing to come away with such a heavy defeat, although Wolves is a place where traditionally we struggle, and

King's Lynn Town have appointed Mark Hughes as interim manager until the end of the season.Hughes takes up the role in the wake of manager Tommy Widdrington's sensational resignation after the 1-0 victory over Chorley on Saturday.Hertfordshire-based Hughes will be assisted by Hugo Langton while experienced goalkeeper Paul Jones has also joined the club's coaching staff.Widdrington left Lynn for National League Aldershot Town despite having more than a year remaining

Former King's Lynn Town manager Tommy Widdrington has been unveiled as the new manager of Aldershot Town.Widdrington's appointment at the National League strugglers comes less than 24 hours after his unexpected departure from The Walks.A statement from Aldershot Town an hour ago read: "Aldershot Town Football Club can confirm that Ross McNeilly has been relieved of his temporary duties as first-team manager and will return to his former role of

Under-17 rink hockey players from Lynn were in fine goalscoring form in their final tournament of the season.Lynn’s young-guns found the back of the net 13 times in three games at Letchworth as they completed a busy campaign on the rink.Lynn’s first game came against host outfit Letchworth Whites.Under-17s (63289215)In a strong start to the tournament, goals from Alfie Poppy (2) and Billy Davey put Lynn 3-0 up going into

Fortunately for the 20 Ryston Runners taking part in the 2023 Wymondham 20 mile race on Sunday, the early morning rain stopped in time for them all to enjoy relatively good conditions for their races.This “traditional” event, for those taking part in the London Marathon next month, gives competitors a last longish distance test before tapering down.There were two category winners from the club, Lesley Robins F50 and Malcolm Tuff

Magpies boss David Griggs admits he is ‘surprised’ that teenage striker Fletcher Toll is not being watched by any higher-league clubs.Toll's stock continues to rise after the youngster helped himself to another four goals in Heacham's 5-2 victory over Cornard United this afternoon.The 18-year-old, who also notched a brace in the 3-0 midweek victory over Holbeach United, has now scored 27 goals in all competitions as Heacham close in on

King's Lynn Town boss Tommy Widdrington has stepped away from his managerial position at The Walks.Widdrington – who was on contract at The Walks until the end of next season – informed the club of his decision after this afternoon's 1-0 victory over Chorley in the National League North.The decision comes with Lynn sitting second in the league table – five points behind league leaders AFC Fylde – and pushing

West Norfolk Swimming Club held the 2023 edition of their annual open meet at Alive St James Swimming Pool.Supported by sponsors Alive Leisure, the prestigious event drew competitors from across Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire to the Blackfriars’ Street venue to contest seven different age categories and the chance to secure regional qualifying times.Almost 1600 individual swims took place across 28 events running from Saturday afternoon, into the evening before resuming

Two West Norfolk athletes have been recognised at the Athletics Norfolk annual awards.Mia Lesniak and Alfie Williams both scooped honours as many of the club’s athletes were nominated in tough competition.Lesniak took home the award for under-13 girls’ field performance after her outstanding season with the discus, with a season best of 22m88.West Norfolk 2 (63228751)Mia Lesniak (63228747)Alfie Williams (63228741)She broke the club record multiple times as well as earning