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Manx Radio SportsCast

Manx Radio's SportsCast is a look at all aspects of Manx sport, interviews with teams, competitors and more through interviews, propgrammes and features.

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Episodes

  • Friday Sport Preview (21-3-25)

    Friday, 21 March 2025

    49 minutes

    In tonight's programme:Eight teams... two competitions... a place in one of two cup finals up for grabs! The semi-finals of the Ecap FA Cup and GH Corlett Woods Cup are among the standout ties in Manx football this weekendWith five games of the season remaining, FC Isle of Man will be hoping to bring an end to their longest winless run of the season so far when they host South Liverpool in the NWCFL Premier Division tomorrow nightRugby action on Island this Saturday includes Douglas in Regional 2 North West and a combined Manx Cup & Manx Shield showdown at Ballakilley Park whilst Vagabonds ...

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs Prestwich Heys (16-3-25)

    Thursday, 20 March 2025

    10 minutes

    Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division tie between FC Isle of Man and Prestwich Heys at The Bowl in Douglas.Facing their second match in less than 24 hours, FC Isle of Man took on a Prestwich Heys side battling for their lives at the foot of the tableMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs Pilkington (15-3-25)

    Thursday, 20 March 2025

    8 minutes

    Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Pilkington at The Bowl in Douglas.In the first part of a grueling double-header weekend, 'The Ravens' hosted a Pilkington side looking to maintain its cushion away from the relegation zoneMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (15-3-25)

    Saturday, 15 March 2025

    44 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of Man.Plus the live draws for the Manx Quality Sheds Hospital Cup Preliminary round and the Junior Cup preliminary round. Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Rob Pritchard and Ben Cunningham.

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  • Friday Sport Preview (14-3-25)

    Friday, 14 March 2025

    50 minutes

    In tonight's programme:The Women's FA Cup final is one of the headlines of this weekend's football fixtures - we hear from both sides as well as previewing Saturday's league tiesFC Isle of Man face a rarea and grueling double-header this weekend on home soil as they seek to rectify a run of four games without a winIn rugby, both Vagabonds teams take to the field with the ladies facing their final game of the seasonAnd in hockey, can the current premier league leaders Castletown Ladies A and Bacchas's Men's A be caught? We'll be looking at the latest league match-upsRob Pritchard is joined b...

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs Squires Gate (8-3-25)

    Tuesday, 11 March 2025

    9 minutes

    Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Squires Gate at The Bowl in Douglas.Looking for a confidence boost in front of their home support, FC Isle of Man welcomed a Squires Gate side battling for survival at the foot of the tableMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

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  • The 2025 Island Games - The road to Orkney is underway

    Tuesday, 11 March 2025

    14 minutes

    Whilst we're now well into 2025, the prospect of this year's Island Games might still seem like a far-away prospect for many.However, preparations for this year's event in Orkney from 12-18 July are well underway.Front and centre of many of the logistics behind the scenes is the Island Games Association of Mann (IGAM).So, how has IGAM found getting themselves and the team ready?In this extended interview, we hear from IGAM Chairman Gary Jakeman and Secretary Jill Gillings

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (08-3-25)

    Saturday, 8 March 2025

    45 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of Man and a preview of FC Isle of Man's game against Squire's Gate.Plus the live draw for the ECAP FA Cup semi-finals.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Rob Pritchard and Ben Cunningham.

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  • No Ramsey Sprint in 2025... so what happens now?

    Wednesday, 26 February 2025

    7 minutes

    The Isle of Man is used to the roar of bikes during the TT fortnight, but one place that'll be unusually quiet this year will be Mooragh Promenade in Ramsey That's because it's been announced the Ramsey Sprint won't be held in 2025.So why will a TT staple in the northern town be absent?To find out, Manx Radio spoke with Trevor Duckworth - head of the event's organisers, Straightliners - who also give his views on the future of the occasion

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs Colne (22-2-25)

    Tuesday, 25 February 2025

    9 minutes

    Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Colne at The Bowl in Douglas.After dropping points at home seven days previous, FC Isle of Man were hoping to go one better against a Colne side fighting for survival at the foot of the tableMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (22-2-25)

    Tuesday, 25 February 2025

    52 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of ManPLUS, we bring you the live draw for the semi-finals of this year's GH Corlett Woods Cup in Manx footballSimon Clarke is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs Barnoldswick Town (15-2-25)

    Sunday, 16 February 2025

    8 minutes

    Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Barnoldswick Town at The Bowl in DouglasTargeting back-to-back wins for the first time since November, FC Isle of Man faced a Barnoldswick Town side unbeaten in their two visits to Manx shores so farMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (15-2-25)

    Sunday, 16 February 2025

    47 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis of the latest sporting action across the Isle of ManPLUS, the live draw for the opening round of the 2025 Women's FA Cup in Manx footballBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

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  • Friday Sport Preview (14-2-25)

    Friday, 14 February 2025

    51 minutes

    In tonight's programme:Last-chance saloon for Marown in the Canada Life Men's Premier League and Corinthians with a chance to go joint-top as league action returns in Manx footballAfter launching in late January, we hear from those behind a potential new force in women's football on Island FC Isle of Man are targeting back-to-back wins for the first time since NovemberDouglas and Vagabonds back on the road in rugby as the Manx Shield returns on IslandAnd in hockey there may be a break from the usual league schedule but two of the Island's national sides are hoping to step up to the mark acr...

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  • Saturday Sport Classifed (8-2-25)

    Saturday, 8 February 2025

    58 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis to all the sporting action across the Isle of Man and further afield this weekendPLUS, we bring you the draw for the second round of this year's Ecap FA Cup in Manx footballRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

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  • Friday Sport Preview (7-2-25)

    Friday, 7 February 2025

    50 minutes

    In tonight's programme:In Manx football the Ecap FA Cup first round proper beckons tomorrow, and the second leg of this year's Women's Floodlit Cup final awaits on Sunday, we'll also hear from the captains of both teams this eveningAfter late defeat in midweek, FC Isle of Man will be looking to keep their fading play-off hopes alive this weekend with a trip to Glossop North EndA busy day of Manx rugby on Saturday - Douglas, Vagabonds and Vagabonds Ladies all on home soil in this weekend's clashesAnd can the two premier league leaders maintain their perfect starts in Manx hockey? We look ahe...

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  • Marcus Simpson - A new chapter with WH Racing

    Wednesday, 5 February 2025

    9 minutes

    After a challenging 2024, Manx road racer Marcus Simpson is looking ahead to a new chapter with Newcastle-based crew WH RacingAfter signing a two-year deal with the team, Simpson tells us about his ambitions over the next two campaigns and what he learned from a hit-and-miss 2024

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (1-2-25)

    Tuesday, 4 February 2025

    53 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis of the latest football, rugby and hockey results across the Isle of ManBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

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  • Friday Sport Preview (31-1-25)

    Friday, 31 January 2025

    50 minutes

    In tonight's programme:Tony Mepham looks ahead to all of this weekend's football fixtures and provides reaction to the Isle of Man's new national team manager.Paul Jones speaks ahead of FC Isle of Man's match against Irlam at the Bowl.In Rugby, Dave previews the three games on the Island.Hockey returns to league action as Ben talks us through the fixtures. Plus we hear from an MGP regular who will be stepping up to the TT in 2025.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs AFC Liverpool (25-1-25)

    Tuesday, 28 January 2025

    9 minutes

    Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and AFC Liverpool at The Bowl, Douglas.On a recent barren streak, FC Isle of Man were looking to get back to better ways up against an AFC Liverpool side who'd lost just once in seven meetings with the IslandersMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

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  • Saturday Sport Classifieds (25-01-25)

    Saturday, 25 January 2025

    42 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man. Plus a preview of FC Isle of Man's game against AFC Liverpool.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Ben Cunningham and Rob Pritchard.

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  • Friday Sport Preview (24-1-25)

    Saturday, 25 January 2025

    50 minutes

    In tonight's programme:The top two in the Canada Life Premier League meet as Tony previews all the Island's football fixtures.Paul Jones speaks ahead of FC Isle of Man's match against AFC Liverpool at the Bowl.In Rugby, Douglas travel to Winnington Park and Vagabonds entertainment Fleetwood at Ballafletcher.And it's the first weekend of the Men's and Ladies cup, plate and bowl in hockey.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (18-1-25)

    Sunday, 19 January 2025

    46 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man. Plus draws for the GH Corlett Woods Cup Quarter Finals, Under-18s FA Cup and Masters FA Cup.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (11-1-25)

    Saturday, 11 January 2025

    58 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of ManRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

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  • Friday Sport Preview (10-1-25)

    Friday, 10 January 2025

    52 minutes

    In tonight's programme:The two Division 2 title rivals will meet in a potentially pivotal clash as one of the headline ties in this weekend's Isle of Man football fixturesWith two trophies in the bag this season already, what's next for Ayre United? We get the thoughts of their first team managerIn rugby, Douglas are back at home with a daunting task against the Regional 2 North West leaders whilst Vagabonds will be kicking off their new calendar year at BallafletcherAnd this weekend is due to see the start of the 2025 Isle of Man hockey season with the opening weekend of fixtures across th...

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (4-1-25)

    Tuesday, 7 January 2025

    48 minutes

    Results, reaction and analysis of the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of ManPLUS, the draws are made in Manx football for the first round proper of this year's Ecap FA Cup and GH Corlett Woods Cup.And in hockey, draws are made for the opening rounds of the 2025 Men's and Ladies cup tournamentsBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs Glossop North End (4-1-25)

    Tuesday, 7 January 2025

    8 minutes

    Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division fixture between FC Isle of Man and Glossop North End at The Bowl in Douglas.As a new calendar year gets underway, both sides were looking to make a winning start to 2025 in the first meeting of both teams this campaignMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

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  • Sports Review of 2024

    Monday, 30 December 2024

    54 minutes

    Rob Pritchard and the pundits look back at the big sporting moments of the last 12 months.

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: FC Isle of Man vs Stockport Town (14-12-24)

    Tuesday, 17 December 2024

    8 minutes

    Match highlights from the NWCFL Premier Division match between FC Isle of Man and Stockport Town at The Bowl, Douglas.The Manx side - looking to bounce back from defeat for the first time in two months - took on a Stockport side which had already bested them earlier in the campaignMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

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  • Saturday Sport Classified (14-12-24)

    Tuesday, 17 December 2024

    45 minutes

    Comprehensive round-up of all the scores and analysis of the latest sporting fixtures across the Isle of Man Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

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