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Dominik Koepfer won the men's event in 2019. Picture: Karen Ross Photography

Where the Ilkley Trophy will be held in 2021 - and it is not in Ilkley

THE Ilkley Trophy will be held this summer – but not in Ilkley.

Burley batsman Shane Etherington puts his best foot forward, and will be hoping his side can retain the Waddilove Cup in 2021 Picture: Richard Leach

Aire-Wharfe League cup draw pits heavyweight duo together in preliminary round

BURLEY, still holders of the Aire-Wharfe League's Waddilove Cup as it did not take place this season, have an intriguing opening tie in next year's competition.

Robin Snook with copies of his new book, taking in 15 momentous live sporting memories of his

Baildon author and Ben Rhydding resident pens book on 15 live sporting memories

LIFE in lockdown has generally been a pain, but it hasn't proved so bad for everyone.

Action from a game between Guiseley and Otley in the Aire-Wharfe League Picture: Chris Booth

Aire-Wharfe League could be set to hand out severe punishments for conceding

THE Aire-Wharfe League want to hand out punishments to clubs that concede matches.

Menston and Thackley in Waddilove Cup action in 2017. The traditional white clothing and red balls will remain in the competition for the foreseeable future. Picture: Richard Leach.

Aire-Wharfe League clubs reject 'pyjamas' and pink balls for cup clashes

CLUBS in the Aire-Wharfe League do not want to be involved in the 'pyjama game'.

Brian Close training with Arsenal in his early twenties

BOOK REVIEW: Brian Close book delves into the unknown with fascinating results

EVEN people who regard themselves as passive cricket lovers will probably know the most salient details of Brian Close's career.
The games are set to be 40 overs per side this season, although that is subject to change

Muff Field B and Crompark drop out but Dales Council League to start on Saturday

UNLIKE the Mewies Solicitors Craven League, who have opted for 35 overs per side, the Dales Council League are going for 40 overs per innings.
Great Britain's Katie Swan was in action at Ilkley Tennis Club last summer but plans for a first tournament there in 2020 have sadly been dashed Picture: Matthew Appleby

Ilkley Tennis Club cancels British Tour event due to Covid-19 protocol issues

THE tier two LTA British Tour event later this month at Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club has been cancelled.
Harden taking on Menston in Division Three of the Aire-Wharfe League Picture: Andy Garbutt

Aire-Wharfe League draws up plans for late season start

THE Aire-Wharfe League have drawn up contingency plans for if and when they can start their season in their six divisions.
Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club have five indoor tennis courts, six all weather outdoor courts and 14 grass courts

See which tennis club could be the first to host a summer grass court event

AS competitive tennis slowly starts to emerge from its cocoon this summer, Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club could be the first British venue to stage a post-lockdown tournament outside of the LTA National Tennis Centre in London.