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SLIDESHOW: Sussex v Somerset Day 1: Magoffin magic has Sussex in control at lunch

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:31:49 GMT

A magical spell of swing bowling from Steve Magoffin has Sussex well on top against Somerset after the first session at Horsham.

Talks stalling on Dumbuya

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:02:38 GMT

Crawley Town defender Mustapha Dumbuya seems certain to be leaving Crawley Town after talks have stalled between him and boss Richie Barker.

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Three Bridges inflict first defeat of season on Horsham

Wed, 22 May 2013 06:48:20 GMT

This is a video highlights package from Horsham v Three Bridges on Saturday. The video was filmed and edited by Simon Rose.

From the back pages, May 22: Manchester City partner New York Yankees to form MLS club

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:08:56 GMT

MANCHESTER CITY have set new ground by becoming the first Premier League club to own a Major League Soccer team. (The Express)

Coach Brewster leaving Crawley

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:09:55 GMT

Craig Brewster is to leave the coaching staff after two years at Crawley Town, the club confirmed today.

Brewster leaves Crawley Town

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:02:44 GMT

Craig Brewster is to leave the coaching staff after two years at Crawley Town.

Woeful Ifield give poor display on way to eight-wicket defeat

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:49:25 GMT

A woeful display saw Ifield slump to an eight-wicket defeat at home to Eastbourne.

From the back pages, May 20: England’s Stuart Broad and Jimmy Anderson ‘as good as I’ve seen’ – Cook

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:13:25 GMT

Alastair Cook’s first Test on home soil as England captain ended in a comfortable win, although it took an hour of supremely destructive fast bowling from Stuart Broad and James Anderson to lend the start of the Ashes summer something resembling a sense of decisive momentum. “We thought that would be a pretty tough chase,” Cook said after England’s 170-run victory. “We knew if we put the ball in the right areas we could cause damage. But there’s still a lot of nerves in there when you walk in in the morning.” (The Guardian)

VIDEO: Alderman praises Davies as Three Bridges beat derby rivals

Sun, 19 May 2013 15:24:13 GMT

Three Bridges captain Danny Alderman admitted he did not expect his side to beat last season ‘s title contenders Horsham at their own ground which his young side managed to do by 31 runs on Saturday.

SUSSEX LEAGUE ROUND-UP: Cuckfield remain joint top despite heavy defeat

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:21:20 GMT

PREMIER DIVISION: Cuckfield remain joint top of the Sussex Premier League despite a heavy defeat at Brighton and Hove on Saturday. Worthing are now equal top following a narrow 3 run win at Hastings ahead of Last Year’s Champions Preston Nomads who enjoyed their first win on 2013 by six wickets at Chichester.

From the back pages, May 19: It’s over to Roo, Moyes

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:15:38 GMT

ALEX FERGUSON happily washed his hands of the Wayne Rooney problem and told David Moyes: “You can deal with it now.” Fergie takes charge of his 1,500th and last game as Manchester United boss tomorrow — against West Brom — and once again Rooney will not take part after asking to leave. (The Sun)

KARATE: Ryan Morter impresses in Swiss junior challenge

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:12:46 GMT

Crawley Kyokushinkai Karate Club junior star Ryan Morter fought off the challenge of 55 entrants to win his category at the Pilatus Cup in Switzerland.

From the back pages, May 18: Swing king James Anderson hits right notes to join the England chart toppers

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:53:27 GMT

At two minutes before 3 o’clock on a bitterly cold Lord’s afternoon, James Anderson looked down at the ball in his hand and stretched out into the rhythmical 15-pace run that has characterised the best years of his England career. Seconds later it had nestled in the hands of Graeme Swann at second slip, via Peter Fulton’s outside edge, giving Anderson his 300th Test wicket. (The Times)

Crawley sending sides to two Sussex Clubs in pre-season

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:53:47 GMT

Reds are sending sides to two Sussex clubs on Saturday, July 27, as part of their pre-season preparations.

Three Bridges complete league and cup double

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:52:15 GMT

Three Bridges Under-13s lifted the Mid Sussex League and Cup double when they beat Cuckfield Cosmos 4-1 in the final.

From the back pages, May 17: David Beckham was one of best and most significant footballers of his generation

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:12:03 GMT

The most common reaction to news of David Beckham’s retirement this afternoon has been affected surprise because of a widespread belief that he actually retired several years ago – ha, ha – but such cynicism is unlikely to last too long. Strip away the celebrity circus that surrounded him and Beckham should be regarded as one of the best footballers this island has produced in the Premier League era, and certainly the most significant. (The Times)

Crawley Judo Club juniors make the grade

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:29:33 GMT

Talented juniors at Crawley Judo Club have completed their first grading for the year.

Crawley Rugby Club colts finish season on a high

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:10:16 GMT

Crawley Colts finished third in Sussex League A following a thrilling 24-19 win against Horsham in their final game before stepping up to senior level.

From the back pages, May 16: Ivanovic pounces in the 93RD MINUTE to snatch Europa League glory for Blues in Amsterdam

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:23:14 GMT

Branislav Ivanovic headed home from a corner in injury time to secure the Europa League for Chelsea in dramatic fashion after a 2-1 win over Benfica in Amsterdam. Fernando Torres earlier gave Chelsea the lead just before the hour mark when he brushed off Luisao and rounded goalkeeper Artur Moraes before tapping into the empty net to send the Blues travelling support into raptures. (Daily Mail)

More pictures from the Three Bridges FC awards night

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:16:22 GMT

Three Bridges FC’s long-standing chairman Alan Bell was presented with a special award to mark his stepping down after 20 years in the role by new chairman Paul Terry at the club’s annual awards night at the Goffs Park Hotel in Southgate.