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James Bedford held the role of sports editor for the Rutland and Stamford Mercury between 2006 and 2011. He rejoined as sports editor for the Mercury, the Rutland Times and the Bourne Local in August 2017. In 2021, he was appointed head of sports for Iliffe Media Publishing Midlands.

Late winner secures opening day victory for Blackstones

28 July 2025
Late winner secures opening day victory for Blackstones

Late winner secures opening day victory for Blackstones

28 July 2025

Stones start their new campaign after promotion with away success.


Johnson hits hat-trick in opening day victory for Gingerbreads

28 July 2025
Johnson hits hat-trick in opening day victory for Gingerbreads

Johnson hits hat-trick in opening day victory for Gingerbreads

28 July 2025

Grantham end long wait for league win to make strong start.


Harry hits home injury-time penalty to earn Harrowby an away point

28 July 2025
Harry hits home injury-time penalty to earn Harrowby an away point

Harry hits home injury-time penalty to earn Harrowby an away point

28 July 2025

Improved second half showing helps Arrows draw with last season’s play-off semi-finalists.


Holbeach hit back to secure opening day victory

28 July 2025
Holbeach hit back to secure opening day victory

Holbeach hit back to secure opening day victory

28 July 2025

Tigers overturn two-goal deficit to make winning start under new management team.


Reality check for Pinchbeck after three-goal opening day loss

28 July 2025
Reality check for Pinchbeck after three-goal opening day loss

Reality check for Pinchbeck after three-goal opening day loss

28 July 2025

Knights struggle to contain hard-working hosts on league return.


High School are top of the sporting class

28 July 2025
High School are top of the sporting class

High School are top of the sporting class

28 July 2025

Spalding school receives the Gold Mark Award for the academic year.


Butcher helps Deeping to bring home the victory bacon with opening day win

26 July 2025
Butcher helps Deeping to bring home the victory bacon with opening day win

Butcher helps Deeping to bring home the victory bacon with opening day win

26 July 2025

Sizzing display from experienced custodian secures first win of the season for Clarets.


Consistent performance sets Whittaker on his way to victory

26 July 2025
Consistent performance sets Whittaker on his way to victory

Consistent performance sets Whittaker on his way to victory

26 July 2025

Potter gets the nod for second spot after finishing in an equal time.


Belvoir spirit shines through as team tops brutal challenge

26 July 2025
Belvoir spirit shines through as team tops brutal challenge

Belvoir spirit shines through as team tops brutal challenge

26 July 2025

Tri Club produce an incredible collective effort to meet every cut-off.


Eighth title as Amanda takes trophy back to a familiar place

26 July 2025
Eighth title as Amanda takes trophy back to a familiar place

Eighth title as Amanda takes trophy back to a familiar place

26 July 2025

Michelle is closing the gap as Courtney claims rookie crown.


Bland’s back with unfinished business after returning to Town’s management team

25 July 2025
Bland’s back with unfinished business after returning to Town’s management team

Bland’s back with unfinished business after returning to Town’s management team

25 July 2025

Former manager returns to Grantham to work with new boss.


Every game will be a cup final for Stones after promotion win

25 July 2025
Every game will be a cup final for Stones after promotion win

Every game will be a cup final for Stones after promotion win

25 July 2025

Stamford side are back at step five of the non-league pyramid.


Improved start will help Deeping to better league position

25 July 2025
Improved start will help Deeping to better league position

Improved start will help Deeping to better league position

25 July 2025

Whaley wants his side to pick up where they left off after banishing relegation fears.


Harrowby’s new squad are heading in the right direction

25 July 2025
Harrowby’s new squad are heading in the right direction

Harrowby’s new squad are heading in the right direction

25 July 2025

Arrows face flurry of away games to start their new league season.


Capes cruises to victory to retain international title

24 July 2025
Capes cruises to victory to retain international title

Capes cruises to victory to retain international title

24 July 2025

Athlete defies the elements to follow up English Schools success.


Tulips forced to reverse two home fixtures after delays to ground improvement

24 July 2025
Tulips forced to reverse two home fixtures after delays to ground improvement

Tulips forced to reverse two home fixtures after delays to ground improvement

24 July 2025

Spalding have switched their fixtures to away games against Harborough and Bromsgrove.

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Tigers ready for the kick-off after appointing new manager

24 July 2025
Tigers ready for the kick-off after appointing new manager

Tigers ready for the kick-off after appointing new manager

24 July 2025

Academy director makes the step up to become first team boss.


Pinchbeck aiming to pick up momentum during the season

24 July 2025
Pinchbeck aiming to pick up momentum during the season

Pinchbeck aiming to pick up momentum during the season

24 July 2025

Knights want to build on strong finish against new challenges.


Josaia joins Fijian team on their historic milestone

23 July 2025
Josaia joins Fijian team on their historic milestone

Josaia joins Fijian team on their historic milestone

23 July 2025

Oakham footballer is part of the first-ever appearance on the global stage for the Pacific nation.


National award nomination is a wonderful achievement for water polo club

22 July 2025
National award nomination is a wonderful achievement for water polo club

National award nomination is a wonderful achievement for water polo club

22 July 2025

Tremendous effort from Spalding players at league tournament.


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