Beverley Sport

Friday Night @ Beverley Races

July 3, 2010

Racegoers made the most of a stunning Friday night at Beverley Racecourse. As befits a night meeting at the Westwood, the atmosphere was very chilled, helped to a certain extent by the small but lively steel band that entertained the well turned-out crowd. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=758] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below…

Global Stars Set to Race in Cycling Weekend

July 2, 2010

Cycling stars from around the world will return to Beverley for a popular three day cycling weekend this month. Two British Olympic Gold medallists, a British World cycling champion and a bevy of international riders will top the bill for the East Yorkshire Classic cycling extravaganza. Councillor Jane Evison, portfolio holder for cultural services, housing and public protection at East Riding of Yorkshire Council said: “I am so pleased to…

Interview: Tim Galbraith

July 2, 2010

Tim Galbraith has a simple philosophy: Never turn down a bet, no matter how small. It’s a tenet passed down from his father, and it’s what helps make his bookmaking business the popular but intimate venture it is at Beverley Races. Tim, 45, of Cherry Tree Lane, runs a well-known bookies at the Westwood along with his business partner Dave Money, following in the footsteps of his father Vic, who…

The Golden Goals Challenge

July 1, 2010

This week, as part of the “Who wants to be an £ntrepeneur?” scheme for Young Enterprise Yorkshire & Humber – ‘The Associates’ start their “Golden Goal Challenge” tour of Hull in search of a champion “Golden Goal” kicker. Any individual or team who fancies their chances in a timed penalty shoot out is welcome to try winning the “Golden Goal” Challenge trophy. The Golden Goals Challenge has been devised by…

Cherry Burton CC Vs John Good

June 30, 2010

Cherry Burton CC beat John Good by 30 runs in thier Tuesday night 20/20 league fixture. Batting First Cherry Burton set the visitors a target of 136 from their 20 over’s. Cherry were equally impressive with the ball with Richard Salisbury, George Holland, Sam Sharpe and Stew Scott all picked up wickets to secure the win. Stew Scott said “We are very pleased with the performance from a very young…

Humber Bridge Half Marathon

27 Beverley Athletic Club athletes were among hundreds of runners who braved the blistering heat on Sunday in the 11th Humber Bridge half marathon. With temperatures of around 28 degrees and no shade or breeze on much of the course, runners could not escape the heat. Some were slowed down by the conditions while others seemed to run on solar power and took the race in their stride. There were…

June 30, 2010

Beverley Braves Vs Holderness Vikings

June 29, 2010

The blistering heat did not stop the Beverley Braves commanding field possession right from the first whistle. The ball was passed well and an early try followed to raise the confidence straight away. The lads (and lass) played with guts today and controlled the game all the way through with only a short lapse in concentration to allow Holderness Vikings to score a couple of tries. The sun drained the…

Martin Merrikin Charity Shield 2010

June 28, 2010

The fourth Charity Shield Day event passed without injury or incident in very hot and sticky conditions. This is the first year that Racketball has been played instead of squash by 24 players contesting for the Shield in 8 teams of 3. The gallery full of players and supporters, the courts ringing to the sound of string on ball and ball to wall. Loyal supporters leaning over the gallery rail…

Beverley Town CC 2nd XI Vs Osbaldwick

June 28, 2010

Saturday was a day to forget for Beverley Town CC 2nd XI. They were hammered by eight wickets by Osbaldwick in their York and District Senior Cricket League Division Two clash. Beverley batted first on an excellent wicket but failed to make the most of beautiful conditions as they were bowled out for just 99. Only Ian Goforth made any impact, scoring nearly half his side’s runs before falling for…

Beverley Town CC 4th IX Vs Hull Ionians 2nd XI

June 28, 2010

Neil Goforth produced a superb all-round performance as Beverley Town CC 4th XI romped to a an eight-wicket victory over HICE seconds at the Norwood Recreation Ground on Saturday. He picked up 3-42 then hit an excellent 71 as they overhauled their target with ease. But he wasn’t the only home player to shine on a glorious day. Sam Welburn picked up 4-59 off 12 overs and Guy Brumfield 3-41…

Beverley Town Tennis Club Win Two of Three Matches

June 28, 2010

In ideal weather for tennis Beverley Town teams won two out of their four matches this week . Beverley Mixed started the week with a 6-3 home victory in their local derby against Beverley and East Riding B. Once again Sharon Lockwood and Paul Miller took all three sets, with Jackie Langley and Phil Harrison taking two and Gary Wilson and Nancy Blackbourn contributing one set for a good overall…

Mill Lane United Football Club

June 27, 2010

Mill Lane United showed off their impressive strength and depth. Beverley’s oldest football team was out in force at the Norwood Recreation Ground for their annual presentation night. The club had invited the Mayor of Beverley, Bessie Foot and Les Ford of the Beverley Lions. The Beverley Lions have awarded the side a grant which will be used to improve facilities at their ground Broadgates. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on…

Beverley Town CC Ladies Vs York Ladies

June 27, 2010

Beverley won the toss and elected to field and when Hannah Matthews got two wickets with her first two balls the pressure mounted on York. Sophie Boynton also bowled well taking 1 for 8 from her four overs and then Abbie Warner took 1 for two from her 4 overs. Hannah McCoid’s quick throw left the York skipper miles out of her crease and only one batsman got into double…

Beverley Town Tennis Club Vs Beverley & East Riding Lawn Tennis Club

June 25, 2010

Beverley Town Tennis Club took on local rivals Beverley & East Riding Lawn Tennis Club at the Norwood Recreation Ground this week. HU17.net was there to capture the local derby mixed doubles league match. HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size [nggallery id=741] HU17.net Picture Gallery: Click on the thumbnail picture below to enlarge the image to full size

Beverley Town CC Vs Hornsea

June 25, 2010

Beverley Town’s Newland Evening League side battled out a thrilling tie with East Riding rivals Hornsea at the Norwood Recreation Ground. Hornsea made the home side pay for some sloppy fielding and racked up 146 off their overs. It was generally a poor performance with the ball for Beverley, but it was memorable one for 13-year-old Jamie Roe. Making his senior debut, his Graeme Swann-inspired off-breaks proved difficult to get…

Beverley RUFC Training & Pre Season

June 24, 2010

Beverley RUFC commence their pre-season training at Beaver Park on 1st July at 6.45 p.m. Training nights will continue thereafter on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.45 p.m. All players of whatever standard are encouraged to attend these sessions which, apart from the obvious fitness and skill benefits, are always fun. On Saturday 3 July the club is holding an open day. The day will commence at 3 p.m. with a…

A Satisfactory Season for Beverley RUFC

June 24, 2010

At its recently held Annual General Meeting, Beverley RUFC Chairman Malcolm Cunningham reported on a very satisfactory season on the field for the club. The first XV, playing some very good rugby finished the season in a highly creditable 7th place in the league table, despite a quite horrendous run of injuries. Several key players spent a fair amount of time on the sidelines with fractured limbs and the bad…

Danehillsundance Wins the Feature Race @ Beverley

June 23, 2010

Danehillsundance ridden by Robert Wilson won the Siemens Chemical Express Handicap feature race at Beverley Racecourse. After the race the owner was presented with trophy by a representative from Siemens Chemicals. In other races, apprentice jockey Shane B Kelly was back at the track with two rides. The Irishman was looking to repeat his performance of last week at Beverley when picked up his first win at the Lucky in…

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