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Skipton students shine at Ponds Forge event
FOUR students from Quest Karate Club based in Skipton attended the English Karate Federation National Championships on 13-14 April at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre, Sheffield representing their association British Sport Karate Federation.
Skipton Golf Club claim victory in HDUGC Winter Championship event
AFTER having four of their Winter Championship events cancelled due to the poor weather, Skipton Golf Club members finally got to enjoy some competitive action on March 13.
Skipton WFC member clinches 'Volunteer of the Year'
SKIPTON Walking Football Club (WFC) have announced that one of its dedicated volunteers has been bestowed with the 'Volunteer of the Year' award by the Walking Football Association (WFA).
Skipton Ladies ready to go one step further in courageous campaign
FOLLOWING a triumphant campaign in Division One last season, the Skipton Ladies First team has stepped up to face tougher opponents in the West Riding County Premier Division. Their strong league performance ensures they will finish among the top three teams in the division.
Dale prove their worth in narrow defeat against league leaders
In front of the largest crowd of the season, Wharfedale put in a valiant display against league leaders, Leeds Tykes on Saturday as they fell to a narrow 12-8 defeat.
Dale strike late to sink Tynedale in tense contest
WHARFEDALE bounced back from defeat at Hull to claim a narrow 18-17 victory over Tynedale on Saturday.
Forrest cousins deliver ashes not crashes
COUSINS Dave and Jamie Forrest are still celebrating after capping their best ever season by steering an ageing but trusty Ford Escort to third place in its class on arguably the biggest and certainly hardest rally on the UK calendar.
Local badminton club bid farewell to retiring President
THE Craven and District Badminton League which attracts clubs from both Pendle and Craven, held their annual level doubles tournament at Sandylands Sports Centre on Sunday and the committee took the opportunity to present retiring President, Derek Seed with a gift as a token of their appreciation for his service to the League.
Stunning start to the winter season for Skipton’s swimmers
SKIPTON swimmers have enjoyed a stunning start to the winter competitive swimming season with success at both the County and Regional Championships, including four County gold medals.