End of financial chokehold for Bolton wrestler with Olympic dream after £2k mystery gift
A Bolton wrestler has described the ‘shocking’ moment he received a string of donations from local supporters who aimed to fund his sporting dream.
Lennon promises Bolton summer overhaul to ‘put his own stamp’ on squad
Although Neil Lennon has been largely happy with his side’s performances this season he has acknowledged that changes are needed if Bolton Wanderers are to fulfil their potential next season.
Dive into bed: Swimmers best lovers and Manchester loves s…wimming, study reveals
New research has revealed swimmers make the best lovers – and guess what Manchester’s favourite sport is? That’s right, swimming.
‘Heartbreaking’: Bolton’s Lennon counts the cost of another late defensive slip
Bolton Wanderers conceded in stoppage time for the seventh time since late January to throw away a hard-fought point against second-placed Norwich on Saturday as they gear up to face Charlton on Tuesday.
Lennon wants Bolton to be a ‘top team’ next season as Norwich clash looms
After Bolton’s superb 3-0 win in Cardiff on Easter Monday, Lennon believes the Norwich game will be a test of their aspirations to find themselves competing at the top next year.
Bolton Wanderers: Lennon says Gudjohnsen, 36, is one of his best ever signings
Bolton manager Neil Lennon brought Iceland’s record goalscorer back to Bolton almost 15 years after he had left the club for Chelsea, with the 36-year-old signing a six-month deal in December and since notching up six goals in 20 appearances.
All or nothing: Giles hunts Lancashire promotion in first year as Old Trafford boss
The former England international and one-day coach believes his squad are in a good place as they look to bounce back from relegation on the final day of last season.
Women’s ‘breakthrough’ Ashes battle will rival men’s, says England’s Cross
Bury-born Kate Cross is looking to continue her progress in another Ashes summer that looks set to be the biggest one in women’s cricket history after Sky Sports agreed to increase its coverage.
50 up: Bolton need 50 points to be safe, warns Lennon ahead of Easter double
Bolton are 10 points clear of relegation but manager Neil Lennon knows how quickly the league table can change and wants a minimum of five points from the remaining seven games.
Batting for equality: Women can be men’s cricketing equals, say Lancashire pair
Kate Cross, Lancashire’s first female professional cricketer and Jennifer Laycock, Women’s Cricket Development Officer for the county both agree that the recent development of women’s cricket will help it share a similar status to their male counterparts.
Going once, going twice, sold! Ex-Man Utd striker Dion Dublin scores Homes Under the Hammer presenter role
Ex-England international and Manchester United forward Dion Dublin has worked extensively in the media since retiring, and has appeared as a guest on the BBC’s Match of the Day programmes on numerous occasions.