Paul Goodwin: Deja vu for Doncaster as Dickov stumbles upon away day formula
Doncaster fans would have been forgiven for experiencing a strong sense of deja vu at the City Ground.Because Rovers’ steadfast display was incredibly reminiscent of several of last season’s successful...
View ArticleCricket: England star Laidlaw is on revenge mission in Dubai
Gordon Laidlaw insists lightning won’t strike twice against Pakistan.Opening batsman Laidlaw, of Adwick-le-Street, is part of England’s 15-man Physical Disability squad currently on tour in Dubai....
View ArticleFootball round-up: Gainsborough & District League
It might just have been a very significant weekend in the league with vital games being played in all three divisions and some surprise results, writes Stephen Lilley.In Division One, the leaders -...
View ArticleInside Track: Town Moor champs show it was no fluke
Doncaster is always considered as one of the fairest jump and flat courses in the country and a very good grounding for novices, which was proven at the Cheltenham Festival last week.On Tuesday, the...
View ArticleFootball: Five-a-side results
Mighty Morphin Flower Arrangers made it two wins in two following a 4-2 victory over RoLec Rovers.But the Cosmic Football league’s leaders face a tough test tonight when they face second-placed Team...
View ArticleThis weekend: Castle Park to host Mini Rugby Festival
Hundreds of youngsters will descend on Castle Park on Sunday for Doncaster’s annual Mini Rugby Festival.Teams from across Yorkshire, Humberside, Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire will compete in more...
View ArticlePAUL DICKOV COLUMN (+AUDIO): Players must know what derbies mean to fans
As a manager, you cannot play down the significance of a derby.The players have to realise very quickly what it means to the fans and the club. They will be getting a little reminder just before they...
View ArticleDoncaster Rovers: Boyhood Blade Billy Sharp plays down emotional desire for...
Billy Sharp insists scoring against Sheffield Wednesday would have no greater significance than any other club.Whether you choose to believe the lifelong Blade about such a statement is another...
View ArticleChadburn focused on the future
Tommy Chadburn is determined not to get involved in a war of words with fellow Doncaster fighter Tommy Harty Jnr – just yet at least.The Conisbrough boxer has embarked on a few Facebook...
View ArticleDoncaster Knights: Title race ‘is not over yet’
Clive Griffiths believes the door is still to slam shut on the National One title race as league leaders Doncaster Knights prepare to return to action tomorrow.With an eight-point cushion at the top of...
View ArticleDoncaster Rovers: Pressing matter is a work in progress
Paul Dickov has rejected talk of tactical tinkering and insists Doncaster’s pressing matter is a work in progress. Richie Wellens spoke this week about “sitting off” teams more after pressing...
View ArticleDoncaster Rovers: ‘Outstanding’ Quinn has gone the extra mile for us - Dickov
Battered and bruised Paul Quinn has emerged from a challenging season as a better player, Paul Dickov has enthused.The 28-year-old Scot had to play second fiddle to loanee Reece Wabara for the first...
View ArticleFootball: Ironstone’s title hopes Wel’ on their way
Simon Welton gave the title hopes of Ironstone (Gunness) a huge boost after netting the winner against fellow promotion-chasers Blyborough United.Ironstone are currently second in the Scunthorpe &...
View ArticleAUDIO: Paul Dickov’s pre-game thoughts before Doncaster Rovers v Sheffield...
Paul Dickov was in buoyant mood when he delivered his pre-game press briefing as Rovers prepare for the visit of Sheffield Wednesday – and you can hear his thoughts right here.Dickov is expecting a...
View ArticleDoncaster RLFC: Craig Robinson happy to be back in the groove
Life won’t get any easier for the Dons this weekend but that’s a sign of the times, according to club captain Craig Robinson.Dons host fancied Featherstone Rovers on Sunday. “When I first saw the...
View ArticleDarts/Doms/5s & 3s: Isle of Axholme Games League results
Cup action saw strong results for Red Lion, Crown, Queens and Duke William in the Isle of Axholme Games League, writes Darrell Bettany.Results from March 3 - Knockout Cup: Red Lion bt River Don, Crown...
View ArticleGavin McDonnell expects a better Josh Wale but confident of win
Gavin McDonnell is expecting twice the Josh Wale he previously fought when he defends his British title against him later this year.McDonnell has agreed a voluntary defence against Barnsley fighter...
View ArticleEpworth Colts: Football tournament all set for summer
Scores of young footballers are expected to descend into Epworth for a special tournament.The annual summer five-a-side football tournament, hosted by Epworth Town Colts JFC, will take place at Epworth...
View ArticleDoncaster RLFC: Pressure talk dodged as Dons await Featherstone
The issue of which team should feel the most pressure is proving a topical hot potato as the Dons prepare to welcome defending Championship winners Featherstone to the Keepmoat tomorrow.Dons boss Paul...
View ArticleDoncaster Knights: Let’s keep our Castle a fortress, says Griffiths
Clive Griffiths is beaming with pride at the ‘fortress’ status the Knights have secured for Castle Park but has urged his troops to make sure no cracks appear in the last two games.The Knights have won...
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