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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.

Top 10 finishes for Panthers in first meetings of the season

16 June 2025
Top 10 finishes for Panthers in first meetings of the season

Top 10 finishes for Panthers in first meetings of the season

16 June 2025

Rutland club were very well represented in each of the age categories.


Roger finds his rhythm with personal best score on the back nine

14 June 2025
Roger finds his rhythm with personal best score on the back nine

Roger finds his rhythm with personal best score on the back nine

14 June 2025

Steady scorecard is turned into a winning one by Sudbrook golfer.


Ollie targets Tigers triumph before heading off on Lions tour

13 June 2025
Ollie targets Tigers triumph before heading off on Lions tour

Ollie targets Tigers triumph before heading off on Lions tour

13 June 2025

Memorable moments ahead for former Kesteven youth player.


Claudette leads a strong showing from Belvoir athletes

12 June 2025
Claudette leads a strong showing from Belvoir athletes

Claudette leads a strong showing from Belvoir athletes

12 June 2025

Outstanding performance earns first lady prize at Warrior event.


Stamford to stage their popular Sevens tournament

12 June 2025
Stamford to stage their popular Sevens tournament

Stamford to stage their popular Sevens tournament

12 June 2025

Action every night as veterans set their sights on success.


Double boost for Daniels as key duo return for another season

12 June 2025
Double boost for Daniels as key duo return for another season

Double boost for Daniels as key duo return for another season

12 June 2025

Jackson and Cooke both commit to another campaign at the Zeeco Stadium.


Record-breaking performance to end hectic spell for Capes

12 June 2025
Record-breaking performance to end hectic spell for Capes

Record-breaking performance to end hectic spell for Capes

12 June 2025

Lawson has been combining athletics commitments with school exams.


Harrowby have retained vast majority of their squad

11 June 2025
Harrowby have retained vast majority of their squad

Harrowby have retained vast majority of their squad

11 June 2025

Five players depart plus a member of the Arrows’ management team.


Whaplode win promotion to the top flight for the first time in their history

11 June 2025
Whaplode win promotion to the top flight for the first time in their history

Whaplode win promotion to the top flight for the first time in their history

11 June 2025

League has revised its constitution to place Rovers in the Premier Division.


Twelve players to stay at Spalding as eight depart

11 June 2025
Twelve players to stay at Spalding as eight depart

Twelve players to stay at Spalding as eight depart

11 June 2025

Tulips confirm their release and retained list ahead of the new season.


Ray of hope for Oakham after appointing new senior head coach

11 June 2025
Ray of hope for Oakham after appointing new senior head coach

Ray of hope for Oakham after appointing new senior head coach

11 June 2025

Jamie returns to the Showground after starting his coaching career with the Rutland club.


Withers is the winner of first Tigers Open

10 June 2025
Withers is the winner of first Tigers Open

Withers is the winner of first Tigers Open

10 June 2025

Organisers plan to hold monthly competitions after success of first event.


Seven up for Moulton after defying the wet weather

10 June 2025
Seven up for Moulton after defying the wet weather

Seven up for Moulton after defying the wet weather

10 June 2025

Baston open league campaign with away victory.


Supporters Club launches fundraising campaign to improve floodlights

10 June 2025
Supporters Club launches fundraising campaign to improve floodlights

Supporters Club launches fundraising campaign to improve floodlights

10 June 2025

Fans want to play their part after generous gesture from club owner.


Major milestone for Belvoir duo in European Championships

09 June 2025
Major milestone for Belvoir duo in European Championships

Major milestone for Belvoir duo in European Championships

09 June 2025

Wendi wins coveted world championship place as Sian completes her first full-distance Ironman.


Jack’s back for another season after agreeing Stamford return

08 June 2025
Jack’s back for another season after agreeing Stamford return

Jack’s back for another season after agreeing Stamford return

08 June 2025

Striker will be starting his seventh campaign with the Daniels.


Difficult decision for goalkeeper Swan after deciding to leave Wakes

07 June 2025
Difficult decision for goalkeeper Swan after deciding to leave Wakes

Difficult decision for goalkeeper Swan after deciding to leave Wakes

07 June 2025

Work and family commitments needed for the higher level rule out custodian’s return.


Daniels duo are World Cup winners after controversial finish to tournament

07 June 2025
Daniels duo are World Cup winners after controversial finish to tournament

Daniels duo are World Cup winners after controversial finish to tournament

07 June 2025

Australia field an ineligible player as England are awarded tournament triumph.


Double departure as key players leave Harrowby

06 June 2025
Double departure as key players leave Harrowby

Double departure as key players leave Harrowby

06 June 2025

Captain and striker will not be returning to Harrowby for the new season.


Grantham signal their intentions from the start with opening victory

05 June 2025
Grantham signal their intentions from the start with opening victory

Grantham signal their intentions from the start with opening victory

05 June 2025

Victory double for ladies from two away trips.


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