This category relates to all things to do with sport in Preston.
Preston eyed up as a Rugby League World Cup training campWhen Scotland’s rugby league side trained in Preston Preston may see some international rugby league stars on its streets in 2021. The city is bidding to become a host city […]
6 years ago Lancashire School of Boxing celebrates first anniversaryRobert Francis is owner and lead coach at the Lancashire School of Boxing Pic: Sarah Garratt The Lancashire School of Boxing celebrates its first anniversary on 15 May as it […]
6 years ago Play-off glory for Bamber Bridge FCPic: Bamber Bridge FC Bamber Bridge FC have done what Preston North End couldn’t quite manage, by successfully gaining promotion via the play-offs. Brig will be playing in the Northern […]
6 years ago Marathon runners inspire Preston women to Race For LifeCancer Research UK is calling on women in Preston to enter Race for Life 2018. Inspired by the heroic efforts of yesterday’s Virgin Money London Marathon (22 April), Preston women […]
6 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Scott Fitzgerald determined to win his first English boxing title on Amir Khan billScott Fitzgerald hands out some punishment to Andrej Cepur Pic: Craig Salmon/Lancashire Post There are many famous sporting stars to come out of Preston; Cricketer, Andrew ‘Freddy’ Flintoff; Rugby Union […]
6 years ago Preston boxing club hail Lisa Whiteside as she wins Gold at Commonwealth GamesDave and Lisa with one of her medals in Larches and Savick gym Preston boxer, Lisa Whiteside won her first Commonwealth Gold medal at the weekend and coaches from her […]
6 years ago Mixed martial arts ‘Match of the Day’ show produced in PrestonAdam Robson and Sam Liles Fans of the rapidly-growing mixed martial arts scene are to get their own dedicated TV show – and it’s produced in Preston. Branded as Sharefight […]
6 years ago Preston North End v Leeds United to see roads closed in DeepdaleNight game at Deepdale Pic: Paul Melling Deepdale is being told to prepare for gridlock due to the amount of Leeds United fans heading for the city. Preston North End […]
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