Sport

Coverage of local sports from every angle — tournaments, athlete profiles, and the business behind the games. Explore the impact of sport in our town, and stories that inspire our community.

Gentle breeze for new sailors

The last taster sail of the season saw new sailors take to calm waters

By user

/ 27 Oct 2016

Willis saves the day for town

Rye looked to extend their 100 per cent record as they faced unbeaten Bexhill Town at the salts. Shane Ridgers reports

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/ 26 Oct 2016

Roxanne wins as Mallard returns

A good breeze gave exciting racing as the end of the cruiser racing season becomes closer

By user

/ 20 Oct 2016

A slow way to be healthy

Some sports are fast, but others rely on slow movements - and tai chi is not just a sport, but also a way of keeping fit and healthy - for all ages

By Rye News

/ 20 Oct 2016

The rain falls as the goals flow

Last Saturday 8 October in a match sponsored by Pete the pane Window Cleaning Services Rye Town made the trip to face 2nd placed Herstmonceux, with both teams hoping to continue there unbeaten starts to the season. Shane Ridgers reports.

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/ 13 Oct 2016

Dinner, auction, squalls and sun

A financially rewarding Commodore's dinner was followed by races that demanded a clear head

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/ 6 Oct 2016

Town's strong form continues

Rye Town took control of the game against Wadhurst with some excellent individual efforts

By user

/ 6 Oct 2016

Coaching and fitness at Camber

A coach with a full swimming and general fitness program has been operating out of Camber

By user

/ 6 Oct 2016

Town performs well despite loss

Last Saturday September 24, in a match sponsored by Lee Gammon of LG projects Carpentry and Building, Rye were in cup action as they entertained premier division high flyers Hollington United in the East Sussex Football League President's Cup. Shane Ridgers reports

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/ 29 Sep 2016

Blown across the Marsh

Despite strong headwinds, the 10th Tour was a great success, generating a substantial sum for Rye and Winchelsea Rotary Club to distribute

By Kenneth Bird

/ 27 Sep 2016

A close run thing

A light wind and calm sea made for some competitive racing for the cruisers

By user

/ 22 Sep 2016

Home sweet home for Rye

Last Saturday September 17, in a match sponsored by Dom Cruttenden of Rye Heating, Rye Town FC played their first home game of the season as they entertained JC Tackleway at the Salts in the Macron East Sussex Football League Division One. Dan Lake reports

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/ 22 Sep 2016