Manx Radio's Friday Sport

Match highlights of the Macron Cup First Round tie between FC Isle of Man and Widnes Town at The Bowl in Douglas Playing their first match in this competiton for nearly four years, 'The Ravens' took on a Widnes Town side currently in its debut season as a club in the NWCFL Division One SouthMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

Results, reaction and analysis to today's Isle of Man football, rugby and hockey action Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

On tonight's programme:Corinthians take a commanding Canada Life Mens' Premier League lead into this weekend and a potentially important southern derby awaits in Division 2 in Manx football tomorrowFor the first time in nearly four years, FC Isle of Man will make a foray into a cup competiton - we hear from their manager ahead of 'The Ravens'' hosting Widnes Town in the Macron Cup on Saturday nightIn motorsport, a historic racing series returns to the Isle of Man for the first time in 20 years this weekend as Jurby is set to host the 2026 Celtic Match RacesElsewhere, it's a busy weekend in Manx rugby with no fewer than five Island sides in action both on and off-IslandAnd in hockey, the early frontrunners are starting to emerge across the divisions as we enter week three of the 2026 mixed season Rob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Lee Dixon, Linda Alton-Heath, Neal Champion, Dace Christian and Ben Cunningham

In this extended interview, Manx Radio speaks with FC Isle of Man Manager, Lee Dixon ahead of his side's Macron Cup First Round tie at home to Widnes Town this weekend

A full, extended look at all of this weekend's upcoming rugby action with Manx Radio's Rugby Correspondent, Dave Christian Among what's in store - Vagabonds men's and ladies teams get their respective 26/27 seasons underway; Douglas are on the road in Regional 2 North West and Western Vikings prepare to host Ramsey in the Hartford Homes Manx Shield

For the first time in nearly two decades, the Isle of Man will host the historic Celtic Match Races at Jurby Motordrome this weekend The event - which returned in Scotland last year after a 15-year hiatus - sees solo and sidecar competitors from the Isle of Man, Ireland, Scotland and Wales battle it out on track for the Celtic Sword of StateOrganising this year's meeting are Andreas Racing Association - it's Chair, Linda Alton-Heath and Club Secretary, Neal Champion tell us how good it feels to bringing this occasion back to the Island for the first time since 2010

An extended chat with Manx Radio's hockey correspondent, Ben Cunningham looking in detail at this weekend's latest Isle of Man hockey fixtures as the 2026 mixed season enters week three.

An extended chat with Manx Radio's football correspondent, Tony Mepham looking in detail at this weekend's upcoming fixtures in Manx football.Corinthians already take a six-point lead into the weekend in the Canada Life Men's Premier League whilst there's a potentially poignant southern derby in Ardern & Druggan Ltd. Division 2 as part of this weekend's clashes

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Charnock Richard at The Bowl in DouglasAiming to bounce back from a comprehensive defeat on the road last time out, FC Isle of Man welcomed a Charnock Richard side who - like the Islanders - were looking to continue an early push into the upper regions of the tableMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson

Results, reaction and analysis to today's Isle of Man football, rugby and hockey actionBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham

On tonight's programme:Only two sides still have a 100 per cent record in the Canada Life Men's Premier League and multiple teams are hoping to close the gap at the top of Division 2 in this weekend's Isle of Man football fixturesWe hear from FC Isle of Man's Manager who says his team is 'champing at the bit' to bounce back from a resounding defeat last weekend when they return to The Bowl tomorrow nightIn rugby, and after a highest-ever finish in the division last season, Douglas begin their latest journey in Regional 2 North West on Saturday afternoonAnd the second week of the 2026 Isle of Man mixed hockey season beckons with multiple sides across the divisions hoping to keep up strong startsRob Pritchard is joined this week by Tony Mepham, Lee Dixon, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

In this extended interview, FC Isle of Man manager, Lee Dixon speaks with Manx Radio ahead of his side's home meeting with Charnock Richard in the NWCFL Premier Division this weekend.'The Ravens' are looking to bounce back following a resounding defeat on the road last time out.

An extended chat with Manx Radio's hockey correspondent, Ben Cunningham looking in detail at this weekend's Isle of Man hockey fixtures.The second week of the 2026 Isle of Man mixed season beckons with multiple sides looking to build on good starts last time out

An extended chat with Manx Radio's football correspondent, Tony Mepham looking in detail at this weekend's upcoming fixtures in Manx football.Among the upcoming clashes, the early bottom two in the Canada Life Men's Premier League meet whilst several sides have a chance to close down Castletown at the summit of Ardern & Druggan Ltd. Division 2

Results, reaction and analysis to today's Isle of Man football, rugby and hockey actionPLUS, we hear from FC Isle of Man Manager, Lee Dixon on his side's defeat at Nelson and we bring the draw for the first rounds of the 2026 cup competitions in Isle of Man mixed hockeyRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Lee Dixon, Dave Christian, Ben Cunningham, Neal Champion and Tony Mackintosh

In tonight's programme:The early Division 2 contenders meet each other in Manx football this weekend whilst three Canada Life Men's Premier League teams look to continue their perfect startsFC Isle of Man are back on the road this weekend in the NWCFL Premier Division to face one of their fellow league high-flyersThe 2026 Isle of Man mixed hockey season is here, we take a look at the opening day fixtures taking place tomorrow In rugby, the Hartford Homes Manx Shield is once again in the spotlight this weekend with the tournament champions beginning their title defence on SaturdayAnd in cycling, top junior and senior riders from the UK will be on Island this Saturday and Sunday as a major meeting makes a return for the first time since 2022 Rob Pritchard is joined this week by Tony Mepham, Lee Dixon, Dave Christian, Ben Cunningham and Rob Sorby

In this extended interview, FC Isle of Man manager, Lee Dixon speaks with Manx Radio ahead of his side's clash at Nelson in the NWCFL Premier Division this weekendBoth sides go into this encounter in good form in these early stages of the season, with Nelson having also been promoted during the previous campaign

An extended chat with Manx Radio's hockey correspondent, Ben Cunningham looking in detail at this weekend's Isle of Man hockey fixtures.This Saturday, it's a clean slate for all as the opening ties of the 2026 Isle of Man mixed hockey season await

An extended chat with Manx Radio's football correspondent, Tony Mepham looking in detail at this weekend's upcoming fixtures in Manx football.Among this weekend's upcoming ties, the early Division 2 contenders face each other; a trio of teams hope to extend flawless Canada Life Men's Premier League startsAnd a club makes its first ever appearance in women's football on Island this Sunday

After the class was suspended at this year's event, it's been announced that sidecars will return to the Isle of Man TT Races in 2027 as part of a new three-year commitment to the class.However, officials are planning some major technical changes to the class, aimed at securing its future for the long-term.Whilst the return of three-wheeled racing to the Snaefell Mountain Course will be a welcome boost for those in the sport... how challenging will it be to make it with the alterations being proposed?To find out, in this extended interview, Manx Radio has been speaking with Sidecar TT drivers, Lee Crawford and Ryan Crowe

Highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division match between FC Isle of Man and Burscough at The Bowl in Douglas Off of the back of an emphatic win in midweek, FC Isle of Man hosted a Burscough side going into the weekend as the early league leaders Match commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

Results, reaction and analysis to today's local Manx football and rugby, Plus we get team news ahead of FC IOM's match with Burscough who are tonight's visitors to The Bowl

On tonight's programme:Northern and southern derbies in the men's top flight are among the headline ties in Manx football tomorrow whilst the new women's season gets underway on SundayFresh from a big win on the road in midweek, FC Isle of Man are back at The Bowl in the NWCFL Premier Division to welcome the early league leaders - we hear from 'The Ravens'' ManagerThe new rugby season kicks-off on Saturday, but not quite as we were originally expecting - we'll hear about what's in store on SaturdayAhead of the new Isle of Man hockey mixed season starting next weekend, we hear about a brand new pre-season event taking place in Douglas tomorrowAnd this Sunday it's the finale to the Manx triathlon season as the 2026 Isle of Man Triathlon Championships in the north of the Island beckonRob Pritchard is joined this week by Tony Mepham, Lee Dixon, Dave Christian, Rachel Andrew, Paul Nuttall and Clara Isaac

In this extended interview, FC Isle of Man manager, Lee Dixon speaks with Manx Radio ahead of his side's clash with Burscough in the NWCFL Premier Division this weekend 'The Ravens' will head into Saturday off of the back of an emphatic midweek win to host the early league leaders at The Bowl

An extended chat with Manx Radio's football correspondent, Tony Mepham looking in detail at this weekend's upcoming fixtures in Manx footballAmong the ties to come include northern and southern derbies in the Canada Life Men's Premier League tomorrow (5 September) whilst the new Canada Life Women's League season is due to begin on Sunday (6 September)

Following a narrow first defeat of the season last weekend, FC Isle of Man are back on their travels to face Abbey Hey in the NWCFL Premier Division tonight (1 September).In this extended interview, FC Isle of Man Manager, Lee Dixon (who won't be in the dugout tonight due to suspension) explains how they hope to bounce back on the road this evening.

Results, reaction and analysis to the opening fixtures of the 2026/27 Isle of Man football seasonPLUS, we hear from FC Isle of Man Manager, Lee Dixon following his side's narrow defeat to Trafford this weekend Rob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham and Lee Dixon

In this extended interview, FC Isle of Man Manager, Lee Dixon speaks with Manx Radio as his side prepares to travel to Trafford in the NWCFL Premier Division this weekend.It'll be the first time both sides have met with 'The Ravens' hoping to keep up their unbeaten start to the campaign across the water

Darren Timson speaks to Ana Dawson who was back on the Isle of Man raising funds for the end of her 2026 Ladies European Tour.Dawson also speaks about her season so far.

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division meeting between FC Isle of Man and Ramsbottom United at The Bowl in Douglas.After an eight-goal thriller between the teams in this fixture last season, both met once more looking to maintain respective unbeaten starts to the 2026/27 campaignMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson

On tonight's programme:All eyes will be on the Snaefell Mountain Course this Sunday for day one of the 2026 Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT and nearly two weeks of racing actionThe chair of the organisers of the Manx Grand Prix has been speaking with us about preparations and the future of the event Meanwhile, the Isle of Man TT Marshals have issued a plea for new and experienced volunteers to help run practice and race sessions over the coming fortnight Now in his 14th year in post, Clerk of the Course, Gary Thompson explains some of his key responsibilities for both meetingsAnd outside of that, we take a look at football as we hear from FC Isle of Man's manager ahead of a home clash with Ramsbottom United in the NWCFL Premier DivisionThis week featuring John McBride, Laura Sawyer, Gary Thompson and Lee Dixon

Ahead of FC Isle of Man's upcoming NWCFL Premier Division clash with Ramsbottom United at The Bowl in Douglas this Saturday (15 August), FC Isle of Man Manager, Lee Dixon speaks with Manx Radio looking ahead to this weekend's encounter

The 2026 Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT are almost upon us, and once again it'll be a familiar figure who will oversee racing operations on the Snaefell Mountain Course.Gary Thompson is now in his 14th year as Clerk of the Course for the Isle of Man TT Races, Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT.After what he's already described as a difficult Isle of Man TT Races in late May and early June, his focus and efforts are now solely on this month's meetings.So, ahead of practice getting underway, we've been catching up with Mr Thompson to get his views on what's to come

The 2026 Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT are fast approaching, with both events to bring racing back to the Snaefell Mountain Course once more from 16-28 August.When it comes to the Manx Grand Prix specifically, a lot of what it takes to put the event on falls on the meeting's organisers, the Manx Motor Cycle Club.And as with any motorsport event around the world, the club is having to balance getting things ready for the here and now whilst also looking at how to progress going forward.John McBride is the chair of the Manx Motor Cycle Club and we've been speaking with him to get his thoughts on the status of the Manx Grand Prix in the road racing world and to find out how preparations have been going for 2026:

Just a few days now remain until the scheduled start of the 2026 Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT.Both meetings are due to run alongside each other during a near two-week period, getting underway on Sunday, 16 August with the first MGP qualifying sessions.And as that date approaches, members of the community both on and off-Island are being called upon to offer a helping hand to make sure that racing and practice can go ahead.The Isle of Man TT Marshals is on the lookout for volunteers - both new and experienced - to help run sessions throughout both meetings this month.Laura Sawyer is one of the directors at the Isle of Man TT Marshals and explains where they're in particular need of assistance

In tonight's programme:Pre-season preparations are well underway in Manx football with just a few weeks to go until the start of the 2026/27 season, we hear about some of the latest summer developmentsHundreds are expected to descend on Ramsey this weekend for the Isle of Man Marathon and Half-Marathon Championships on SundayAn eight-strong Isle of Man snooker team is on its travels across the water to take on counterparts from the UK & Ireland And we hear from Isle of Man professional boxer, Jade Burden following the announcement of her latest title fight coming up in just over two months' timeThis week featuring Tony Mepham, Dave Griffiths, Darryl Hill and Jade Burden

Ben Cunningham sits in for Rob again this week, coming up on tonight show:We catch up on all that's been going on at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. We also look ahead to the start of FC Isle Of Man's fifth season in English football which kicks off this weekend at home when the face FC St Helens at The Bowl.

FC Isle of Man's opening fixture of the 2026/27 NWCFL Premier Division season will be the start of 'something positive'. That is from manager Lee Dixon as The Ravens take on FC St Helens at home this Saturday (1 August).Dixon's hoping his side can improve on last season where the team finished 20th in the league table. However, he says progress will take time.

Ben Cunningham sits in for Rob this week, on tonights show:we look ahead to the Commonwealth games and all the action that has taken place so far.

Today is the day that Team Isle of Man gets its campaign underway at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.It seems fitting, therefore, that this episode of the Manx Radio SportsCast, takes a look at the squad which is getting everything up and running.The Isle of Man Bowls team is made up of four competitors - Mark McGreal, Michael Collister, Paula Garrett and Caroline Whitehead - all keen to make an impression in Scotland over the coming days.Ahead of today's action, we caught with the Isle of Man Bowls quartet to hear how about how much they're looking forward to coming up against some of the world's best:

Less than 24 hours remain until the 2026 Commonwealth Games get underway in Glasgow, and today, we're continuing our countdown with members of Team Isle of Man.On this episode of the Manx Radio SportsCast, we're catching up with the biggest Manx squad heading to Scotland... the swimming team.No fewer than 14 competitors will be taking on the swimming events with a mixture of experience and first-timers set to be involved.With their eyes firmly on the task ahead, we've been catching up with experienced swimmer, Joel Watterson; debutants, Oscar Maddrell and Libby Curphey as well as Isle of Man Swimming Team Manager, Lee Holland to get their thoughts on another exciting journey to come:

It's less than 48 hours now until the 2026 Commonwealth Games get underway in Glasgow with Team Isle of Man once again sending a big contingent to be part of this major international event.In the lead-up to the games, we at Manx Radio have been catching up with athletes and teams ahead of the trip.In this episode of the Manx Radio SportsCast, our attention turns to the Isle of Man's athletics squad.A five-strong group will see games debuts for Christa Cain, Regan Corrin and Jack Kinrade and they'll be joined by more experienced heads in the form of Ollie Lockley and David Mullarkey.To get an insight into how preparations have been and some of the key targets in 2026 - I recently sat down with Regan Corrin and Ollie Lockley as well as Isle of Man Athletics Team Manager, Steve Partington to find out more: