Report by North Derbyshire Radio’s David Bell Dronfield Town’s opening game of the 2026-27 United Counties League Division One season drew a thrilling seven goals but unfortunately, the North Derbyshire side went down at league newcomers Cotgrave FC by 4-3. Last season’s Notts Senior League champions went ahead through Leo Almond on 11 minutes before
Buxton continued their pre-season preparations with a convincing 2-0 victory over Scunthorpe United, with goals from Connor Kirby and Finn Cousin-Dawson securing the win. The Bucks created the first opening of the match when Connor Kirby latched onto a knockdown before seeing his effort deflected behind for the first corner of the game. The home
UP NEXT: Buxton return to pre-season action on Tuesday evening as they welcome Scunthorpe United to the Tarmac Silverlands Stadium. Kick-off is at 7:45pm on Tuesday 21 July. Last game It has been over a week since The Bucks were last in action, when they secured a 1-0 victory over Ashton United. Preseason Report: Buxton
By Elliot Steadman Buxton FC continued their pre-season preparations with a narrow victory over Ashton United, as a second-half goal from a trialist secured a 1-0 win on the road. The hosts started brightly, controlling possession during the opening stages. The Bucks’ first real opening came when Connor Kirby stepped up to take a free-kick
By Elliot Steadman UP NEXT: Buxton continue their pre-season on Friday 10th July, as they welcome Ashton United to the Silverlands Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:45pm. Last game On Tuesday night, Buxton faced Portuguese side SC Braga at St George’s Park in a behind-closed-doors friendly. The Bucks were beaten 3-1, with new signing Sisa
Buxton opened their pre-season campaign with a convincing 6-1 victory over Droylsden. After a fast-tempo start, Kian Scales had the first effort on goal, but Jordan Latham was equal to it, getting down well to make the save. In the 22nd minute, Buxton took the lead as Sammy Robinson won back possession before feeding Scales,
Buxton return home for their opening game of pre-season. By Elliot Steadman UP NEXT: Buxton begin their pre-season campaign on Saturday, 4 July, as they welcome Droylsden AFC to the Silverlands Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 3 pm. Jordan Broadbent Following John McGrath’s departure to Halifax Town, Buxton took their time in the search for
erbyshire County Cricket Club and Chesterfield Borough Council have agreed another five-year partnership that will see first class county cricket played in Queen’s Park each summer. As play commences during the annual BRM Chesterfield Festival of Cricket, the new partnership agreement will ensure that the festival continues to be a feature in the town’s calendar until
Chesterfield saw their promotion hopes come to an end after a goalless draw at Notts County in the second leg of their League Two play-off semi-final at Meadow Lane. The Magpies progressed to Wembley with a 1-0 aggregate victory thanks to Jayden Luker’s decisive strike in the first leg at the SMH Group Stadium. In
Chesterfield head to Meadow Lane on Friday night knowing they must overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit if they are to keep their promotion hopes alive and book a place in the League Two play-off final. Paul Cook’s side were edged out in a tight contest at the SMH Group Stadium, but the Spireites will take