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Archive for April, 2008

Netball targeting Olympic status

England Netball wants the sport to be part of the Olympic Games by 2016.

Thompson proud of young GB squad

Paul Thompson admits he is proud of his Great Britain squad despite returning from Austria without a medal.

Merrien conquers Indoor World Cup

Alison Merrien continues her top form to take the World Indoor Cup final, beating the current World Outdoor singles champion.

MLB results and standings

The latest results from Major League Baseball's play-offs.

Game may be over for bowling club

It is feared one of Britain's oldest bowling greens could be forced to close due to dwindling membership.

Darts on the BBC

The BBC has coverage of the World Championships in 2007

Knee operation rules out Bailey

World squash number five Tania Bailey will miss the European Team Championships and the British Open after having an operation on a knee injury.

Willstrop targets number one spot

Pontefract's James Willstrop wants to become squash's world number one player.

Scottish netball’s league boost

Scottish netball learns it will be able to field a team in England's Superleague from season 2008/09.