Sport

Pupils at a Rochdale school are counting down to this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games by immersing themselves within the local community.

As one of Great Britain’s most decorated Paralympians, few in sport can claim to have such a diverse background as Dame Sarah Storey after winning medals in cycling and swimming.

Big things are expected of Manchester City this season and defender Lucy Bronze claims the opportunity to make history is spurring the side on.

FC United of Manchester supporters have issued a call to arms to encourage fellow fans to vote at the club’s general meeting this Sunday in a bid to improve democracy at the supporter-owned club.

James Guy has Michael Phelps in his sights and while he will be an Olympic newbie the Bury freestyler insists he is ready to take down his idol.

Manchester Thunder’s netball stars are hoping a surge in excitement levels among fans will help break a record for the UK’s highest-attended domestic match.

Lancashire Director of Cricket Ashley Giles admitted that he is approaching the prospect of Division One cricket with a mixture of excitement and uncertainty, stating ‘let’s get on with it’.

A week ago Sale Sharks’ unbeaten home run this season was over. This weekend they have a golden opportunity to cast another spell over visiting teams.

When Cristiano Ronaldo left Manchester United for Spain in the summer of 2009, Manchester City fans could be forgiven for being glad to be shot of him.

Sale Sharks have a mammoth task on their hands this week, with a double bill fixture with Bath in the Aviva Premiership.

Manchester City will face 10-times European champions Real Madrid in the semi-finals of the Champions League.