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Ronnie furious as Millers flop again

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ANGRY Ronnie Moore is demanding big improvements after seeing Rotherham United embarrassed by bottom-of-the-table Darlington for the second time in three weeks on Saturday. A goal in each half from Tadhg Purcell and Gareth Waite completed a 2-0 win at the Darlington Arena and an unlikely double for ...Read on

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Rotherham Giants in charity link by PAUL RICKETT PROMOTED Rotherham Giants are aiming to do their bit for charity as well as setting their sights on a National League place this summer. Giants have been elevated to the Yorkshi
Metro's British title target by PAUL RICKETT DETERMINED Rotherham Metro begin their quest for a second British title tomorrow—and aim to put the heartbreak of last year behind them. They compete in the preliminary ro
Booth lands principal job at Virgin Racing by PAUL RICKETT MANOR’S John Booth has stepped up to become Virgin Racing’s Team Principal—and he’s also announced plans to launch a GP3 team this year. Booth has replac
Millmoor's a no-go says Stewart by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United chairman Tony Stewart says there are too many obstacles in the way of the club making a temporary return to Millmoor. The Millers are due to complete two more f
Ronnie slams 'spineless' Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS RONNIE Moore blasted a "spineless" performance after seeing Rotherham United suffer a damaging defeat to promotion rivals Bournemouth at Don Valley last night. Lucky t
Millers pull out all the stops by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United are confident that tonight's clash with Bournemouth will go ahead. Ground staff have been pulling out the stops to ensure the playing surface at Don Valley is p
Titans defeat "not acceptable" by PAUL RICKETT TITANS coach Craig West says Rotherham have to hit back immediately from Saturday's defeat against Moseley if they are to avoid being sucked into the relegation scrap. Ro
Tite success for Natalie by PAUL RICKETT HARRIER Natalie Grant has set her sights on more success after a history-making win in the weekend’s Northern Cross Country Championship. The Kimberworth ace crossed the l
Coldwell chases more glory by PAUL RICKETT FIGHT mentor Dave Coldwell aims to add to a catalogue of titles tonight—and will then switch his attention to helping steer David Haye towards the first defence of his world heavyweight
Titans face must-win game by PAUL RICKETT IF ever there was a game Titans need to win, it’s tomorrow’s acid test against Moseley. The midlanders currently sit precariously perched in fifth-from-bottom sl
Stadium work set for August start by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United hope to start building their new stadium as early as August if the planning process goes to schedule. With the Guest and Chrimes site on Don Street having been s
Ronnie: exciting times ahead by DAVID BEDDOWS MANAGER Ronnie Moore says the Millers' new stadium will help propel the club into a new era—and he wants to be part of it. If chairman Tony Stewart has his way, the team wi
Pope grabs derby glory for Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS boss Ronnie Moore sang the praises of striker Tom Pope after his late winner snatched three vital promotion points at Chesterfield. Without a league goal since Augus
Millers braced for tough test by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United lock horns with local rivals Chesterfield at Saltergate tonight with Millers chief Ronnie Moore warning: "It will be tough." The Millers put a shock h
Ronnie hails "brilliant" comeback by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS manager Ronnie Moore hailed a "tremendous" team performance after seeing his side bounce back to winning ways against Grimsby Town on Saturday. A double from A
Willet hopes high for Abu Dhabi by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM pro Danny Willett goes into this week's Abu Dhabi Championship in good heart after a good result in his first outing of the year. Willett finished joint fourth in the
Duathletes defy conditions by DAVID BEDDOWS TOUGH duathletes braved the treacherous weather to participate in the first Team Manvers off-road Duathlon of 2010. On the morning of the event, the course at Manvers Waterfron
No defeatism for Titans by PAUL RICKETT STAND-in skipper Ben Prescott will rally the Titans side ahead of Sunday's trip to Cornwall, saying: "There's no defeatist attitude here." Even though Rotherham stay f
Ronnie's rallying call to Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United will be under orders to start with all guns blazing when they attempt to get their promotion push back on the rails against Grimsby Town tomorrow. Rock bottom D
Danny Willett heads to Abu Dhabi Championship by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM pro Danny Willett goes into this week's Abu Dhabi Championship in good heart after a good result in his first outing of the year. Willett finished joint fourth in the
Millers in home defeat to Darlington by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United boss Ronnie Moore said that not one player emerged with credit from last night's embarrassing home defeat to Darlington. Second-half goals by Tadhg Purcell and
Millers ready for action by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United are set to get their first taste of match action in nearly six weeks tonight when Darlington visit Don Valley Stadium (7.45pm). Ronnie Moore's men have been as
Millers ready for Darlington clash by DAVID BEDDOWS It was another blank Saturday for Rotherham United. Their match at Accrington Stanley fell victim to a waterlogged pitch—meaning a sixth successive postponeme
Titans' long wait for action ends in defeat by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM Titans tasted defeat as they finally got back to action at the weekend. A big snow-clearing effort at Clifton Lane helped the Titans get their game on at home to Exete
Steenson backing Exeter to topple Titans by PAUL RICKETT FORMER Titan Gareth Steenson reckons his Exeter side can get back to winning ways at Clifton Lane this weekend. Steenson, who made his British baptism when brought in from Irela
Tom Pope needs to break goal drough says Moore by DAVID BEDDOWS WILL the Millers' struggling striker Tom Pope emerge from the winter break a hungrier and more dangerous striker? Team boss Ronnie Moore certainly hopes so having seen the &poun
County Seniors braced for another wipeout by DAVID BEDDOWS FOOTBALL officials from one of the area's biggest Saturday leagues are braced for yet another blank weekend. Like other competitions in the area, the County Senior League has gr
Ronnie ready for action by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS manager Ronnie Moore is telling his players to be tuned in for a long-awaited return to action at Accrington Stanley this weekend. The Lancashire club are pulling out th
Titans' plea to fans by PAUL RICKETT TITANS are rallying supporters to clear the snow off the pitch as they desperately try to get Saturday's game with Exeter on. An army of fans, players and officials will
Millers chairman speaks tonight by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS chairman Tony Stewart is the guest speaker at tonight's meeting of Rotherham United Nostalgia Society at the Green Dragon, Kimberworth. The event starts at 8.30pm an
Snow-shifting starts at Don Valley by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United today began the task of trying to get their pitch fit for next Tuesday's match against Darlington. Ground staff plus a team of helpers from Don Valley Stadi
Titans get ready to dig in by PAUL RICKETT ROTHERHAM Titans are poised to rally the troops to try and get the green light for Saturday's game with Exeter. Having not played for almost a month, Craig West's side ar
Rotherham teams hoping for a thaw by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United and Rotherham Titans are hoping a thaw will enable them to get back into action this weekend. The Millers, who haven't played since December 12, are due to visi
Plea over football star's medal by GARETH DENNISON THE heartbroken widow of a Rotherham-born football star has made an emotional appeal for the return of her late husband's prized promotion medal. Doris Haigh pleaded with the cr
Dearneside vaulters hit the heights by DAVID BEDDOWS ATHLETES from Dearneside High Athletics Club beat the winter chill to chalk up a string of personal bests in a competition in Manchester. Five PB's were registered by the seven
Titans weathering the Arctic storm by PAUL RICKETT TITANS says they don’t fear a cash-flow crisis despite a third straight call-off this weekend. Tomorrow’s game at Bedford was postponed yesterday, hard on the icy he
Weather means long lay-off for Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United’s gap without a game will now stretch into a second month after tomorrow’s clash with Bournemouth was called off. The club safety advisory group ma
Titans and Millers matches both off by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM Titans' match at Bedford this weekend has been called off due to the bad weather. They join Rotherham United in having another blank weekend. Their game against Bourne
Millers match called off by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United's match against Bournemouth on Saturday has been called off for health and safety reasons. The pitch and surrounds at Don Valley Stadium are still encased in snow and ice due to
Sky to feature Millers' clash by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United's top-of-the-table clash against Shrewsbury Town at Don Valley Stadium next month has been selected for live coverage on Sky Sports. The game, originally due to
Titans braced for another call-off by PAUL RICKETT OPPONENTS?Bedford say they will be “very surprised” if Saturday’s game against the Titans beats the freeze. And that’s the last thing the Clifton Lane men
Weekend sport already in danger by DAVID BEDDOWS LOCAL sport is set for another weekend white-out, with the Millers' and the Titans' games already in danger. The winter freeze is forecast to continue for the next five days
Sport blitzed again by big freeze by DAVID BEDDOWS THE winter freeze wiped out the local sporting programme yet again at the weekend, leaving local sides facing a new-year fixture backlog. Rotherham United's match at Rochdal
Bill shapes up for fight-fest by PAUL RICKETT FIGHT fans are in for treat when big-time boxing returns to Magna in February—but it’s doubtful that the showdown between fast-rising Curtis Woodhouse and Stefy Bull will be on the
Bug hits Titans' preparations by PAUL RICKETT ROTHERHAM Titans are fighting a bout of illness in the camp as they prepare for Saturday’s must-win showdown against Nottingham. Four first-teamers have been struck by
Ronnie's anger over call-off by DAVID BEDDOWS RONNIE Moore has slammed the decision to call off Monday's match at Chesterfield. The Millers boss was boarding the bus for Saltergate when news filtered through about the postponement less
Frozen off...five times! by PAUL RICKETT BOTH Rotherham United and Titans fell victim to the Christmas weather with FIVE postponements in just three days. And now the job is to find spare dates in the fixture calendar for the re
More talks over Millers stadium site by DAVID BEDDOWS NEGOTIATIONS to secure land for Rotherham United's proposed new stadium will resume in the new year. Chairman Tony Stewart has submitted a bid for a 12-acre site not far from Mi
Dan aims to be the man by PAUL RICKETT RACER ‘Speedy’ Dan Clarke is aiming to live up to his nickname in 2010—having set his sights on racing in the Formula Two series. The Swinton-born driver admit
Mark makes his mark in Santa Special by PAUL RICKETT ROTHERHAM Harrier Mark Ruddleston overcame the bitter conditions to win the 13th Santa’s Special race, organised by Kimberworth Striders. A record field of 100 runners too
Millers on ice over Boxing Day clash by DAVID BEDDOWS SUB-ZERO temperatures have put the Millers' Boxing Day match against Darlington in doubt, with manager Ronnie Moore admitting: "we'll be very lucky if we get it on." A
Taylor agrees loan extension with Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS midfielder Jason Taylor has agreed to extend his loan spell at Rochdale for another month. The player signed for the League Two leaders on an initial one-month contract
Millers hoping for a thaw after Dagenham clash put on ice by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United are hoping that the icy blast subsides in time for their Boxing Day fixture against Darlington to go ahead. A frozen pitch at Don Valley Stadium put paid to Sat
Welsh coach praises battling Titans by PAUL RICKETT TITANS let slip a 13-point lead at London Welsh to lose their third successive Championship game. It was only a Herculean fightback by the Londoners th
Optimistic Whitehead aims for return by PAUL RICKETT SKIPPER Mike Whitehead is aiming to return to the Rotherham Titans side as they face his former club London Welsh this weekend. Whitehead was carried off towards the end of Saturday's 15-
Meet the Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS supporters are being invited to go down to club HQ at Mangham House today for a Rotherham United Christmas Spectacular. Adam Le Fondre, Kevin Ellison, Nicky Law and Step
Wonder goal lights up Millers win by DAVID BEDDOWS ONE of the goals of the season lit up Rotherham United's win at Bradford City on Saturday. With the match level at 2-2, quick-thinking Gary Roberts (pictured) hoisted a swif
We will hit back: West by PAUL RICKETT TITANS have set their sights on winning at London Welsh this weekend following Saturday's disappointing home defeat. The Clifton Lane men went down 15-0 to promotion-chasing Bristol
Manor-Virgin is right for me says Timo Glock by PAUL RICKETT FORMULA One star Timo Glock has defended his decision to join the new Manor-Virgin Grand Prix team—but admits that he is not likely to be near the top of the grid in 2010.
All change for Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore is set to ring the changes for tomorrow's derby clash against Bradford City in the wake of the FA Cup capitulation at Luton. Disappointed by
Maggs back for Titans by PAUL RICKETT KEVIN Maggs makes his first start since returning to Rotherham Titans—after head coach Craig West insisted that the former Irish international plays against his home-town club.
Toseland is down but not out by PAUL RICKETT RACER James Toseland was happy with this week’s World Superbike test session—despite suffering his first crash since returning to the series. Toseland walked away from h
Millers extend Gary Roberts' deal by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United have extended midfielder Gary Roberts' contract until the end of the season. The former Crewe and Yeovil play maker signed for the Millers in November on a one-mont
Furious Moore cancels players' day off by DAVID BEDDOWS ANGRY Rotherham United manager Ronnie Moore has cancelled the players' day off in the wake of their FA Cup defeat at Luton Town last night. The out-of-sorts Millers wer
Sharps demands positive reaction from Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS SKIPPER Ian Sharps is hoping for a positive reaction when Rotherham United go to Luton Town in the FA Cup tonight. The side's stuttering form continued in Saturday's 2-2 draw agains
Titans can't make possession count by PAUL RICKETT TITANS coach Craig West says an inability to make possession count was the key to Saturday's defeat at Plymouth. Titans went down 20-15 at the rain-swept Brickfields, gra
Moore rues Millers lapse by DAVID BEDDOWS MANAGER Ronnie Moore lambasted his defence after seeing the Millers squander a 2-0 lead at home to Burton Albion on Saturday. A double from Adam Le Fondre had Rotherham on cou
Titans coach apologises to fans by PAUL RICKETT COACH Craig West has apologised to the hard band of Titans fans who made the marathon trip to Ayr on Friday night, saying: “They deserved better than that.”
Hockey men come a cropper by PAUL RICKETT RELEGATION-threatened Rotherham Hockey Club are six points adrift at the bottom of North One after suffering their worst defeat of the season. They crashed 13-0 at home to mid-table Ci
Our Ian would be good for Millers, says Ronnie by DAVID BEDDOWS MANAGER Ronnie Moore insists his son Ian can do a job for Rotherham United and that his arrival would not disrupt the dressing room. Moore jnr scored to earn Tranmere Ro
Be patient with Ryan - Ronnie by DAVID BEDDOWS RONNIE Moore is asking supporters to show more patience towards out-of-sorts striker Ryan Taylor. The home-grown player has turned 21 but is struggling to come of age as a footballer a
Titans' skipper targets win by PAUL RICKETT TITANS head for Plymouth this weekend, with skipper Mike Whitehead optimistic that his side can bag vital win points. The Clifton Lane men were shock 33-20 victors at the
Bad night for lacklustre Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United's three-match winning league run was halted at Shrewsbury Town last night. A goal in each half from Waide Fairhurst and Jamie Devitt gave the home side a 2-
Manor confirm Virgin backing by PAUL RICKETT DINNINGTON'S Manor GP will today be rebranded as Virgin Racing as one of four new teams in Formula 1 next season. The news was confirmed by motor s
Mistakes hurt us, says Titans coach by PAUL RICKETT TITANS coach Craig West says his side will bounce back from Friday's defeat at Ayr when they face Plymouth this weekend. The Clifton Lane men went down 28-13 at Millbrae, having a Ben Cou
FA Cup draw unkind to Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United are going to have to do it the hard way if they are to have some long overdue glory in the FA Cup. The Millers must negotiate a tricky second-round replay a
Now it's Dr James Toseland by PAUL RICKETT SUPERBIKE star James Toseland this week laid claim to Valentino Rossi’s title. But even though it won’t be on track, the 29-year-old from Kiveton can now off
Alf's not for sale says Ronnie Moore: VOTE by PAUL RICKETT ROTHERHAM have fired a warning to clubs who have targeted livewire striker Adam Le Fondre, saying: “He’s going nowhere!” And he won’t be allowed
It won’t be a stroll, Moore warns Millers by PAUL RICKETT RONNIE Moore has warned his side not to expect an easy ticket into the FA Cup third round tomorrow. Blue Square outfit Luton Town come to Don Valley and Moore is acutely aware of th
Manor in a spin by PAUL RICKETT WITH Manor Motorsport finalising their plans for next year’s Formula One campaign, the on-track action switched to South-East Asia where the Dinnington team went close to claiming a top-six
Curtis eyes title target by PAUL RICKETT CURTIS Woodhouse will look to take another step towards a title bout when he fights in Hull tonight. Woodhouse, fighting out of Dave Coldwell’s Rotherham gym, takes on West Br
BREAKING NEWS...Moore misses out on son Ian by PAUL RICKETT ROTHERHAM United boss Ronnie Moore has failed in an 11th hour bid to bring son Ian in from Tranmere Rovers. The Millers' boss spent yesterday trying to sign a new striker to complement 14
Whitehead back at fly half by PAUL RICKETT TITANS will switch Mike Whitehead to fly half as they chase more British and Irish Cup points at Ayr tomorrow. Whitehead reverts from full back, where Ben Couldbeck keeps his place follow
Alf''s brought down to earth by PAUL RICKETT NEW boy Adam Rundle has revealed the dressing room banter which brought star man Adam Le Fondre down to earth after Tuesday's spectacular performance against Lincoln. Le Fondre hit two of
Moore praises Le Fondre double whammy by PAUL RICKETT RONNIE Moore was quick to praise hit-man Adam Le Fondre after Rotherham United climbed into the automatic promotion rankings with Tuesday's 2-0 win over Lincoln City. Le
Rundle poised for debut by PAUL RICKETT NEW signing Adam Rundle will go straight into Ronnie Moore's squad for tonight's League Two game against Lincoln City at Don Valley. And the Rochdale winger has revealed
Skurr: I want my place back by PAUL RICKETT COMEBACK man Jon Skurr has declared himself fit and raring to go after several weeks on the sidelines. The back rower put in a terrific first half display in Saturday's 52-10 romp against
Ronnie closes in on signing by DAVID BEDDOWS MANAGER Ronnie Moore h
F1 star Timo Glock to drive for Manor Grand Prix: VOTE by PAUL RICKETT GERMAN ace Timo Glock will lead Manor Grand Prix’s maiden assault on next year’s World Championship—and team principal John Booth is expected to name his partner in the next fe
Loan spells on cards from Millers' two Taylors by DAVID BEDDOWS AT least two Rotherham United players could be going out on loan as manager Ronnie Moore sets about fine-tuning his squad. It is understood that the Millers have had an inquiry from
Plum Sheffield United deal for goalie George by DAVID BEDDOWS HOT-SHOT stopper George Willis has landed a plum pro contract with Sheffield United—despite being a tender 14. The highly-rated Wickersley School pupil made his En
Bees glad to be heading for Clifton Lane by PAUL RICKETT JUST a few weeks ago it looked unlikely that Birmingham Bees would be able to fulfil tomorrow’s Clifton Lane date in the new British and Irish Cup. The Sharmans Cross Road out
Midfielder signs for Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS MIDFIELDER Gary Roberts has joined Rotherham United on a one-month contract. The former Crewe and Yeovil player signed today after successfully completing a medical earlier in th
Titans ring changes for cup clash by PAUL RICKETT Manor make first signing by SAM TODD FORMULA One newcomers Manor Motorsport have landed their first driver. German ace Timo Glock has signed a two-year deal with the Dinnington-based team with the option for
Millers hope to land Roberts by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United expect to confirm the signing of midfielder Gary Roberts today. The 22-year-old, released by Yeovil in the summer, has been training with the Millers and had an encouraging
MILLERS' LATE SHOW DELIGHTS RONNIE by DAVID BEDDOWS MANAGER Ronnie Moore was full of praise for the Millers after they grabbed a late winner to sink ten-man Port Vale on Saturday. Nicky Law struck in the second minute of inju
Titans' delight after derby win by PAUL RICKETT TITANS' skipper Mike Whitehead lauded praise on his side after Saturday's impressive 11-7 win over arch rivals Doncaster. The Knights had won the previous seven games between the sides an
Rotherham aces on sports shortlist by PAUL RICKETT SUPER sports from Rotherham have another chance to pick up awards on Wednesday night. After the success of the recent Rotherham event, several locals are in contention for honours at South Y
Ronnie's loan offer falls flat by DAVID BEDDOWS RONNIE Moore's invitation to clubs to take his players on loan has so far drawn a blank. The new boss wants to move players out so be can bring in better quality replacements to reinforce Rotherh
Harris eye Superbikes spot by PAUL RICKETT RACER Karl Harris is a strong bet to be back in British Superbikes next season, despite one of the worst seasons of his career. The Aston rider has been in talks with several teams and says he&rs
Chivers warning to Doncaster Knights by PAUL RICKETT LIVEWIRE scrum half Neil Chivers has fired a warning to arch rivals Doncaster, as the Knights head for Clifton Lane. Titans have lost their last seven games against the Castle Park club. The only
Batty blow for Titans by PAUL RICKETT TITANS will be without influential hooker Ross Batty for tomorrow’s crunch home derby with Doncaster Knights. The former Newcastle Falcon, who has been one of Rotherham’s key men this
Warne's relief at Wealdstone win by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS striker Paul Warne says the Millers’ FA Cup win at Wealdstone should not be underestimated. The Ryman League minnows twice came from two goals down to push Ronni
Get it right, says West by PAUL RICKETT TITANS coach Craig West says Rotherham have got to find a killer instinct as they prepare for Saturday’s derby against arch rivals Doncaster. West was left frustrated
Millers triumph over hoodoo by DAVID BEDDOWS THE Millers dug deep to beat non-league Wealdstone on Saturday and end a seven-year FA Cup hoodoo. The 3-2 win in north London was Rotherham's first victory in the competition in 12 attempts dati
Half-term soccer camp award winners- PICTURE SLIDESHOW by Youngsters who attended an October
Doyle off the mark by FIGHTER Ray Doyle has claimed his first pro win since returning to the ring. The 28-year-old drew with Craig Tomes in September in his first bout since coming out of retirement and linking u
Millers must take the jeers, says Ellison by DAVID BEDDOWS MIDFIELDER Kevin Ellison says the Rotherham players can have no complaints with the stick they're getting over their current form. Ronnie Moore's men trooped off to a chorus of jeers from th
Eagle back at Parkgate by PARKGATE have parted company with manager Sean Hutchinson—with former boss Russ Eagle back at the helm. Hutchinson handed in his notice after Saturday’s 8-3 thumping at Hall Road
Tigers' stars aid youngsters by SPEEDWAY stars Josh Auty and Paul Cooper have a new band of fans after doing their bit for poorly children in South Yorkshire. The Sheffield Tigers’ aces popped in to the Bluebell Wood
Titans' key men get international calls by PAUL RICKETT TITANS are to lose two key players to international commitments—but the good news is that injured men will return to step into the breach. Tinus Du Plessis’ departure this week t
Millers' 18-month search for stadium site ends by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United have finally settled on a site for a new stadium after a painstaking 18-month search. The privately owned piece of land, covering 15 acres, "ticks all the boxes," accor
Players can compete at top level: Maggs by PAUL RICKETT NEW player-coach Kevin Maggs says Rotherham Titans have players who can compete at Premiership level. The 35-year-old signed in at Clifton Lane this week and trained with
Ronnie looks to cup to boost Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore seeks an FA Cup tonic for his team's faltering league form when they take on non-league Wealdstone on Sunday. The Millers were booed off by disgruntled suppo
Maggs signs in at Lane by PAUL RICKETT FORMER International Kevin Maggs has kicked off his coaching career at Rotherham Titans - but head coach Craig West says he won't drop straight into playing action. Maggs
West delight after Titans' win by PAUL RICKETT COACH Craig West praised his Rotherham Titans side after Saturday's 29-20 win over Cornish Pirates at Clifton Lane. Titans had to be at their best to overcome the powerho
Dire Millers face boos by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United were booed off at Don Valley Stadium on Saturday as their poor form continued with a goalless draw against Aldershot Town. Many of the crowd of just over 3,000 vented their frust
Rotherham schools cross country: PICTURE GALLERY by PAUL RICKETT KIMBERWORTH schools, Winterhill and St. Bede’s, claimed win doubles as hundreds of youngsters fought out the Rother
Ronnie frustrated on Millers recruitment front by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore has been frustrated in his attempts to bring in loan signings before this weekend's clash with Aldershot Town. Speaking after Saturday
Millers on spying mission by DAVID BEDDOWS THE Millers management team are going to Wealdstone next week for a spying mission on their FA Cup opponents. The Ryman League side have a home game against Boreham Wood on Tuesd
Ryan takes Scots crown by PAUL RICKETT ICE-ACE Ryan Sharp has claimed another top title, winning the Scottish Solo Dance crown. The Wickersley School pupil competed against some of Britain’s top skaters at the c
Concentration is the key, says Titans' ace by PAUL RICKETT CANADIAN international Adam Kleeberger has re-established his position in the Titans team, saying: “We’ve got to play well for the whole 80 minutes.” The 25-yea
Why David can beat Goliath... by PAUL RICKETT IT’S been billed as David v Goliath...and Rotherham boxing boss Dave Coldwell is aiming to play his part in what he reckons will be the upset of the century. Londoner
Kerry-Louise beaten in final by PAUL RICKETT FIGHTER Kerry-Louise Norbury brought home a\!q silver medal from the WAKO World championships in Austria—after a contentious defeat against home-town girl Astrid Ottl in the final.
Millers FA Cup ticket details by DAVID BEDDOWS TICKET details for the Millers' FA Cup first-round tie at Wealdstone have been announced. The game will take place on Sunday, November 8, with a 3pm kick-off. Prices are—seating: &poun
Spireites clash: kick-off brought forward by DAVID BEDDOWS THE Millers' festive derby clash at Chesterfield on Monday, December 28, has been brought forward to a 1pm kick-off at Chesterfield's request.
Meet the Millers at Fairs Fayre by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United's entire first team squad will be at Magna to day for the Fairs Fayre Event. The players will be there between 12pm-1pm to lend their support to the event, which is run to showca
Pressure increases on Titans by DAVID BEDDOWS TITANS tackle Cornish Pirates this weekend badly in need of a win boost in their quest to climb out of the lower reaches of the Championship. A 43-10 reverse at leaders Exet
Frustrated Moore seeks new signings by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore has vowed to bring in new signings b
Lager tribute to Freddie Trueman by PAUL RICKETT SPORTING legend Freddie Trueman would have been bowled over... Maltby’s finest son is to be immortalised by a new ale brewed by a Yorkshire company, which aims to celebrate
Titans' Farmer switches to fly half by PAUL RICKETT TITAN Matt Farmer will start at fly-half for this Saturday's acid test at Exeter, with coach Craig West saying: “I’m confident we can score some points.”
Second chance for bloodied Miller Andy Nicholas by DAVID BEDDOWS BLOODIED Andy Nicholas has been promised another chance in the first team. The left-back got his first start of the season against Notts County but saw it cut short in a cl
BOXING: Doyle guns for first win by PAUL RICKETT FIGHTER Ray Doyle will look to build on a solid return to the ring when he takes on veteran Karl Taylor next week. Doyle drew with Craig Tomes in Doncaster last month when he ret
Moore considers new faces for Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United could soon be dipping into the transfer market to re-ignite their promotion push. The Millers slipped out the top three automatic promotion posi
We'll need to dig deep, says Titans' skipper by PAUL RICKETT TITANS skipper Mike Whitehead says Rotherham will have to be at their defensive best when they travel to unbeaten leaders Exeter on Saturday. Titans cover-men put in a solid
Willett eyes Dubai hot spot by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM golfer Danny Willett is on course for a place in the lucrative end-of-season Dubai Masters after carding another strong top-ten finish. The Thrybergh-based ace (pi
Millers put accent on defence by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United will be putting in extra defensive work this week ahead of Saturday's trip to Bury. Despite overcoming a sending-off to card their first clean sheet in five game
Plenty of positives, say beaten Titans by PAUL RICKETT TITANS star Tinus DuPlessis says the Clifton Lane men will take plenty of positives out of Saturday's agonising home defeat by Bedford as they head to table-topping Exeter this weekend.
Old football pictures wanted by DAVID BEDDOWS AN historian is appealing for old pictures of Rotherham footballers to help her complete a book into the origins of the game in the town. Patricia Hamilton, from Ferham, has
Triathletes launch into action by DAVID BEDDOWS TRIATHLETES from a new club showed their mettle by braving the elements in their inaugural race. The competitors from Team Manvers, based at the Manvers Waterfront Boat Club
Triple boost for Falcon fighters by PAUL RICKETT FIGHTERS from Dinnington’s Falcon Fight Academy built up to a demanding end of the year with three wins at a sell-out show at Doncaster’s Castle Park. Jordan War
Manor back in the points by PAUL RICKETT RACER Roberto Merhi took Manor Motorsport back onto the Formula 3 Euroseries podium, with boss John Booth saying: “We’re delighted to be back where we should be.”
We must hit back, says Titans star by PAUL RICKETT WING Jon Feeley says Rotherham have to bounce back this week following Friday’s dismal performance at Nottingham. After being out since July following a knee op, Feele
Under orders for cross country feast by PAUL RICKETT ROTHERHAM Schools Cross Country Championships takes place at Herringthorpe next Thursday. It is the second staging of the championship event for both primary and secondary school
Willett sets sights on Dubai World Championship by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM golfer Danny Willett is on course to qualify for the lucrative end-of-season Dubail World Championship despite a late slump in his latest tournament. The 21-year-old sat second going in
Dibble boost for Millers by DAVID BEDDOWS ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore has strengthened his coaching staff with the arrival of a new goalkeeping coach. Andy Dibble arrives from Championship side Peterborough United and Moore adm
Titans look to recover from battering by PAUL RICKETT TITANS coach Craig West has called on his side to bounce straight back from their drubbing at Nottingham. The Clifton Lane side face three tough Championship games in three weeks
RONNIE RUES MISSED CHANCES by DAVID BEDDOWS FRUSTRATED Millers boss Ronnie Moore bemoaned his side's wastefulness after they threw away a winning position against Hereford United at Don Valley Stadium on Saturday. A 90th minute equali
Better late than never, Jim! by DAVID BEDDOWS MILLERS no. 2 Jimmy Mullen says he's delighted to be working with Ronnie Moore—even though it's come three months late and at a different club! Mullen was sat in the
Cricket pitch's future in doubt by DAVID BEDDOWS ONE of the best cricket grounds in Rotherham is set to close unless teams come forward to use it. The future of the pitch at the Roundwood complex at Parkgate has been thrown int
We can upset the odds: Batty by PAUL RICKETT TALENTED hooker Ross Batty reckons Rotherham can go to Meadow Lane tonight and upset the odds. The green and whites, currently hard on Exeter’s heels at the top of the Cham
No place for new boy Craig by PAUL RICKETT NEW prop Craig Voisey won’t be in the squad for tonight’s toughie in Nottingham despite Titans’ being forced to ring the changes. The front-rower signed last we
Titans away date switched by PAUL RICKETT TITANS' game against Nottingham has been brought forward to this Friday - after the Meadow Lane club were forced off their regular Sunday date. With Notts County having b
Millers boss looks at fine-tuning by DAVID BEDDOWS NEW boss Ronnie Moore notched his first win back in charge of promotion-chasing Rotherham United and then predicted they have the potential to become even better. The Millers twi
RONNIE OFF THE WIN MARK by DAVID BEDDOWS RONNIE Moore voiced his delight after scoring his first win on his return as Rotherham United manager on Satu
SIXTIES MILLER IS NOSTAGLIA GUEST by DAVID BEDDOWS A MILLER from the 1960s is the guest at next week's meeting of Rotherham United Nostalgia Society. John Shepherd made his Rotherham debut in the last game of the 1965/66 season a
BMX STARLETS HIT THE HEIGHTS by DAVID BEDDOWS TWO-WHEELED starlets from Rotherham BMX Club cut a dash at the British Championships—with one youngster in particular taking the eye. Making his national debut after r
MOORE PLAYS IT COOL FOR CREWE by DAVID BEDDOWS *NEW Rotherham United boss Ronnie Moore will resist the temptation to make wholesale changes for tomorrow's trip to Crewe after getting off to a losing start at Northampton.*
BASKETBALL CLUB SEEKS NEW BLOOD by DAVID BEDDOWS FANCY having a go at basketball? Then Rotherham Hawks Basketball Club would like to hear from you. They are looking for players for all age groups from 5-14 years.
LOSING START FOR RONNIE by DAVID BEDDOWS RONNIE Moore had no complaints after tasting defeat at Northampton Town last night in his first match back in charge of Rotherham United. The 3-1 setback was the Millers' fi
MOORE'S MILLERS RETURN by PAUL RICKETT RONNIE Moore is officially back as manager of Rotherham United - and fo
CYCLING ACE LANDS BIG CONTRACT by DAVID BEDDOWS YEARS of hard graft have propelled Russell Downing to a lucrative professional contact and into the big league of cycling. The 31-year-old is one of the first riders to clinch a
ASTON SNATCH TITLE In LAST-DAY DRAMA by PAUL RICKETT JUBILANT Aston Hall snatched the Division One title on a nervy and dramatic final day—but even though Whiston Parish Church have to settle for second place it still means there will be S
HARRISON'S WORLD FINAL BID by PAUL RICKETT ROTHERHAM’S Paul Harrison will look to dump the tag of stock car racing’s nearly man in the dirt tomorrow night. Harrison joins fellow Rotherham racers Peter Falding
THIS IS WHERE IT STARTS: PRESCOTT by PAUL RICKETT STAND-IN skipper Ben Prescott played a heroic role against Plymouth and then said: “Our season starts here.” The Scottish prop put in a terrific shift—as did al
HARRIS AXED BY HONDA by DAVID BEDDOWS BIKE racer Karl Harris has been axed by Hydrex Honda after a string of disappointing results in the British Superbike Championship. Despite lying fourth in the standings, th

READER LETTER: Where's the Millers' motivation?

by ADMIN

Although I am an&nbs

Rotherham Giants in charity link

by PAUL RICKETT

PROMOTED Rotherham Giants are aiming to do their bit for charity as well as setting their sights on a National League place this summer.

Giants have been elevated to the Yorkshi

Metro's British title target

by PAUL RICKETT

DETERMINED Rotherham Metro begin their quest for a second British title tomorrow—and aim to put the heartbreak of last year behind them.

They compete in the preliminary ro

Booth lands principal job at Virgin Racing

by PAUL RICKETT

MANOR’S John Booth has stepped up to become Virgin Racing’s Team Principal—and he’s also announced plans to launch a GP3 team this year.

Booth has replac

Millmoor's a no-go says Stewart

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United chairman Tony Stewart says there are too many obstacles in the way of the club making a temporary return to Millmoor.

The Millers are due to complete two more f

Ronnie slams 'spineless' Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

RONNIE Moore blasted a "spineless" performance after seeing Rotherham United suffer a damaging defeat to promotion rivals Bournemouth at Don Valley last night.

Lucky t

Millers pull out all the stops

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United are confident that tonight's clash with Bournemouth will go ahead.

Ground staff have been pulling out the stops to ensure the playing surface at Don Valley is p

Titans defeat "not acceptable"

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS coach Craig West says Rotherham have to hit back immediately from Saturday's defeat against Moseley if they are to avoid being sucked into the relegation scrap.

Tite success for Natalie

by PAUL RICKETT
HARRIER Natalie Grant has set her sights on more success after a history-making win in the weekend’s Northern Cross Country Championship.
The Kimberworth ace crossed the l

Coldwell chases more glory

by PAUL RICKETT
FIGHT mentor Dave Coldwell aims to add to a catalogue of titles tonight—and will then switch his attention to helping steer David Haye towards the first defence of his world heavyweight

Titans face must-win game

by PAUL RICKETT

IF ever there was a game Titans need to win, it’s tomorrow’s acid test against Moseley.
The midlanders currently sit precariously perched in fifth-from-bottom sl

Stadium work set for August start

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United hope to start building their new stadium as early as August if the planning process goes to schedule.
With the Guest and Chrimes site on Don Street having been s

Ronnie: exciting times ahead

by DAVID BEDDOWS
MANAGER Ronnie Moore says the Millers' new stadium will help propel the club into a new era—and he wants to be part of it.
If chairman Tony Stewart has his way, the team wi

Pope grabs derby glory for Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MILLERS boss Ronnie Moore sang the praises of striker Tom Pope after his late winner snatched three vital promotion points at Chesterfield.
Without a league goal since Augus

Millers braced for tough test

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United lock horns with local rivals Chesterfield at Saltergate tonight with Millers chief Ronnie Moore warning: "It will be tough."

The Millers put a shock h

Ronnie hails "brilliant" comeback

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MILLERS manager Ronnie Moore hailed a "tremendous" team performance after seeing his side bounce back to winning ways against Grimsby Town on Saturday.

A double from A

Willet hopes high for Abu Dhabi

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM pro Danny Willett goes into this week's Abu Dhabi Championship in good heart after a good result in his first outing of the year.

Willett finished joint fourth in the

Duathletes defy conditions

by DAVID BEDDOWS

TOUGH duathletes braved the treacherous weather to participate in the first Team Manvers off-road Duathlon of 2010.

On the morning of the event, the course at Manvers Waterfron

No defeatism for Titans

by PAUL RICKETT

STAND-in skipper Ben Prescott will rally the Titans side ahead of Sunday's trip to Cornwall, saying: "There's no defeatist attitude here."

Even though Rotherham stay f

Ronnie's rallying call to Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United will be under orders to start with all guns blazing when they attempt to get their promotion push back on the rails against Grimsby Town tomorrow.

Rock bottom D

Danny Willett heads to Abu Dhabi Championship

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM pro Danny Willett goes into this week's Abu Dhabi Championship in good heart after a good result in his first outing of the year.

Willett finished joint fourth in the

Millers in home defeat to Darlington

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United boss Ronnie Moore said that not one player emerged with credit from last night's embarrassing home defeat to Darlington.

Second-half goals by Tadhg Purcell and

Millers ready for action

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United are set to get their first taste of match action in nearly six weeks tonight when Darlington visit Don Valley Stadium (7.45pm).

Ronnie Moore's men have been as

Millers ready for Darlington clash

by DAVID BEDDOWS

It was another blank Saturday for Rotherham United.

Their match at Accrington Stanley fell victim to a waterlogged pitch—meaning a sixth successive postponeme

Titans' long wait for action ends in defeat

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM Titans tasted defeat as they finally got back to action at the weekend.

A big snow-clearing effort at Clifton Lane helped the Titans get their game on at home to Exete

Steenson backing Exeter to topple Titans

by PAUL RICKETT

FORMER Titan Gareth Steenson reckons his Exeter side can get back to winning ways at Clifton Lane this weekend.

Steenson, who made his British baptism when brought in from Irela

Tom Pope needs to break goal drough says Moore

by DAVID BEDDOWS

WILL the Millers' struggling striker Tom Pope emerge from the winter break a hungrier and more dangerous striker?

Team boss Ronnie Moore certainly hopes so having seen the &poun

County Seniors braced for another wipeout

by DAVID BEDDOWS

FOOTBALL officials from one of the area's biggest Saturday leagues are braced for yet another blank weekend.

Like other competitions in the area, the County Senior League has gr

Ronnie ready for action

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MILLERS manager Ronnie Moore is telling his players to be tuned in for a long-awaited return to action at Accrington Stanley this weekend.

The Lancashire club are pulling out th

Titans' plea to fans

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS are rallying supporters to clear the snow off the pitch as they desperately try to get Saturday's game with Exeter on.

An army of fans, players and officials will

Millers chairman speaks tonight

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MILLERS chairman Tony Stewart is the guest speaker at tonight's meeting of Rotherham United Nostalgia Society at the Green Dragon, Kimberworth.
The event starts at 8.30pm an

Snow-shifting starts at Don Valley

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United today began the task of trying to get their pitch fit for next Tuesday's match against Darlington.
Ground staff plus a team of helpers from Don Valley Stadi

Titans get ready to dig in

by PAUL RICKETT

ROTHERHAM Titans are poised to rally the troops to try and get the green light for Saturday's game with Exeter.

Having not played for almost a month, Craig West's side ar

Rotherham teams hoping for a thaw

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United and Rotherham Titans are hoping a thaw will enable them to get back into action this weekend.

The Millers, who haven't played since December 12, are due to visi

Plea over football star's medal

by GARETH DENNISON

THE heartbroken widow of a Rotherham-born football star has made an emotional appeal for the return of her late husband's prized promotion medal.

Doris Haigh pleaded with the cr

Dearneside vaulters hit the heights

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ATHLETES from Dearneside High Athletics Club beat the winter chill to chalk up a string of personal bests in a competition in Manchester.

Five PB's were registered by the seven

Titans weathering the Arctic storm

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS says they don’t fear a cash-flow crisis despite a third straight call-off this weekend.

Tomorrow’s game at Bedford was postponed yesterday, hard on the icy he

Weather means long lay-off for Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United’s gap without a game will now stretch into a second month after tomorrow’s clash with Bournemouth was called off.

The club safety advisory group ma

Titans and Millers matches both off

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM Titans' match at Bedford this weekend has been called off due to the bad weather.
They join Rotherham United in having another blank weekend. Their game against Bourne

Millers match called off

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United's match against Bournemouth on Saturday has been called off for health and safety reasons.
The pitch and surrounds at Don Valley Stadium are still encased in snow and ice due to

Sky to feature Millers' clash

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United's top-of-the-table clash against Shrewsbury Town at Don Valley Stadium next month has been selected for live coverage on Sky Sports.

The game, originally due to

Titans braced for another call-off

by PAUL RICKETT
OPPONENTS?Bedford say they will be “very surprised” if Saturday’s game against the Titans beats the freeze.
And that’s the last thing the Clifton Lane men

Weekend sport already in danger

by DAVID BEDDOWS

LOCAL sport is set for another weekend white-out, with the Millers' and the Titans' games already in danger.
The winter freeze is forecast to continue for the next five days

Sport blitzed again by big freeze

by DAVID BEDDOWS

THE winter freeze wiped out the local sporting programme yet again at the weekend, leaving local sides facing a new-year fixture backlog.
Rotherham United's match at Rochdal

Bill shapes up for fight-fest

by PAUL RICKETT
FIGHT fans are in for treat when big-time boxing returns to Magna in February—but it’s doubtful that the showdown between fast-rising Curtis Woodhouse and Stefy Bull will be on the

Bug hits Titans' preparations

by PAUL RICKETT

ROTHERHAM Titans are fighting a bout of illness in the camp as they prepare for Saturday’s must-win showdown against Nottingham.
Four first-teamers have been struck by

Ronnie's anger over call-off

by DAVID BEDDOWS

RONNIE Moore has slammed the decision to call off Monday's match at Chesterfield.
The Millers boss was boarding the bus for Saltergate when news filtered through about the postponement less

Frozen off...five times!

by PAUL RICKETT

BOTH Rotherham United and Titans fell victim to the Christmas weather with FIVE postponements in just three days.

And now the job is to find spare dates in the fixture calendar for the re

More talks over Millers stadium site

by DAVID BEDDOWS

NEGOTIATIONS to secure land for Rotherham United's proposed new stadium will resume in the new year.

Chairman Tony Stewart has submitted a bid for a 12-acre site not far from Mi

Dan aims to be the man

by PAUL RICKETT

RACER ‘Speedy’ Dan Clarke is aiming to live up to his nickname in 2010—having set his sights on racing in the Formula Two series.

The Swinton-born driver admit

Mark makes his mark in Santa Special

by PAUL RICKETT

ROTHERHAM Harrier Mark Ruddleston overcame the bitter conditions to win the 13th Santa’s Special race, organised by Kimberworth Striders.

A record field of 100 runners too

Millers on ice over Boxing Day clash

by DAVID BEDDOWS

SUB-ZERO temperatures have put the Millers' Boxing Day match against Darlington in doubt, with manager Ronnie Moore admitting: "we'll be very lucky if we get it on."

Taylor agrees loan extension with Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MILLERS midfielder Jason Taylor has agreed to extend his loan spell at Rochdale for another month.

The player signed for the League Two leaders on an initial one-month contract

Millers hoping for a thaw after Dagenham clash put on ice

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United are hoping that the icy blast subsides in time for their Boxing Day fixture against Darlington to go ahead.

A frozen pitch at Don Valley Stadium put paid to Sat

Welsh coach praises battling Titans

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS let slip a 13-point lead at London Welsh to lose their third successive Championship game.

It was only a Herculean fightback by the Londoners th

Optimistic Whitehead aims for return

by PAUL RICKETT

SKIPPER Mike Whitehead is aiming to return to the Rotherham Titans side as they face his former club London Welsh this weekend.

Whitehead was carried off towards the end of Saturday's 15-

Meet the Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MILLERS supporters are being invited to go down to club HQ at Mangham House today for a Rotherham United Christmas Spectacular.

Adam Le Fondre, Kevin Ellison, Nicky Law and Step

Wonder goal lights up Millers win

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ONE of the goals of the season lit up Rotherham United's win at Bradford City on Saturday.
With the match level at 2-2, quick-thinking Gary Roberts (pictured) hoisted a swif

We will hit back: West

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS have set their sights on winning at London Welsh this weekend following Saturday's disappointing home defeat.

The Clifton Lane men went down 15-0 to promotion-chasing Bristol

Manor-Virgin is right for me says Timo Glock

by PAUL RICKETT

FORMULA One star Timo Glock has defended his decision to join the new Manor-Virgin Grand Prix team—but admits that he is not likely to be near the top of the grid in 2010.

All change for Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore is set to ring the changes for tomorrow's derby clash against Bradford City in the wake of the FA Cup capitulation at Luton.

Disappointed by

Maggs back for Titans

by PAUL RICKETT

KEVIN Maggs makes his first start since returning to Rotherham Titans—after head coach Craig West insisted that the former Irish international plays against his home-town club.

Toseland is down but not out

by PAUL RICKETT

RACER James Toseland was happy with this week’s World Superbike test session—despite suffering his first crash since returning to the series.

Toseland walked away from h

Millers extend Gary Roberts' deal

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United have extended midfielder Gary Roberts' contract until the end of the season.

The former Crewe and Yeovil play maker signed for the Millers in November on a one-mont

Furious Moore cancels players' day off

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ANGRY Rotherham United manager Ronnie Moore has cancelled the players' day off in the wake of their FA Cup defeat at Luton Town last night.
The out-of-sorts Millers wer

Sharps demands positive reaction from Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

SKIPPER Ian Sharps is hoping for a positive reaction when Rotherham United go to Luton Town in the FA Cup tonight.

The side's stuttering form continued in Saturday's 2-2 draw agains

Titans can't make possession count

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS coach Craig West says an inability to make possession count was the key to Saturday's defeat at Plymouth.

Titans went down 20-15 at the rain-swept Brickfields, gra

Moore rues Millers lapse

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MANAGER Ronnie Moore lambasted his defence after seeing the Millers squander a 2-0 lead at home to Burton Albion on Saturday.

A double from Adam Le Fondre had Rotherham on cou

Titans coach apologises to fans

by PAUL RICKETT

COACH Craig West has apologised to the hard band of Titans fans who made the marathon trip to Ayr on Friday night, saying: “They deserved better than that.”

Hockey men come a cropper

by PAUL RICKETT

RELEGATION-threatened Rotherham Hockey Club are six points adrift at the bottom of North One after suffering their worst defeat of the season.

They crashed 13-0 at home to mid-table Ci

Our Ian would be good for Millers, says Ronnie

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MANAGER Ronnie Moore insists his son Ian can do a job for Rotherham United and that his arrival would not disrupt the dressing room.

Moore jnr scored to earn Tranmere Ro

Be patient with Ryan - Ronnie

by DAVID BEDDOWS

RONNIE Moore is asking supporters to show more patience towards out-of-sorts striker Ryan Taylor.

The home-grown player has turned 21 but is struggling to come of age as a footballer a

Titans' skipper targets win

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS head for Plymouth this weekend, with skipper Mike Whitehead optimistic that his side can bag vital win points.

The Clifton Lane men were shock 33-20 victors at the

Bad night for lacklustre Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United's three-match winning league run was halted at Shrewsbury Town last night.
A goal in each half from Waide Fairhurst and Jamie Devitt gave the home side a 2-

Manor confirm Virgin backing

by PAUL RICKETT

DINNINGTON'S Manor GP will today be rebranded as Virgin Racing as one of four new teams in Formula 1 next season.

The news was confirmed by motor s

Mistakes hurt us, says Titans coach

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS coach Craig West says his side will bounce back from Friday's defeat at Ayr when they face Plymouth this weekend.

The Clifton Lane men went down 28-13 at Millbrae, having a Ben Cou

FA Cup draw unkind to Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United are going to have to do it the hard way if they are to have some long overdue glory in the FA Cup.
The Millers must negotiate a tricky second-round replay a

Now it's Dr James Toseland

by PAUL RICKETT

SUPERBIKE star James Toseland this week laid claim to Valentino Rossi’s title.

But even though it won’t be on track, the 29-year-old from Kiveton can now off

Alf's not for sale says Ronnie Moore: VOTE

by PAUL RICKETT

ROTHERHAM have fired a warning to clubs who have targeted livewire striker Adam Le Fondre, saying: “He’s going nowhere!”

And he won’t be allowed

It won’t be a stroll, Moore warns Millers

by PAUL RICKETT

RONNIE Moore has warned his side not to expect an easy ticket into the FA Cup third round tomorrow.

Blue Square outfit Luton Town come to Don Valley and Moore is acutely aware of th

Manor in a spin

by PAUL RICKETT

WITH Manor Motorsport finalising their plans for next year’s Formula One campaign, the on-track action switched to South-East Asia where the Dinnington team went close to claiming a top-six

Curtis eyes title target

by PAUL RICKETT

CURTIS Woodhouse will look to take another step towards a title bout when he fights in Hull tonight.

Woodhouse, fighting out of Dave Coldwell’s Rotherham gym, takes on West Br

BREAKING NEWS...Moore misses out on son Ian

by PAUL RICKETT

ROTHERHAM United boss Ronnie Moore has failed in an 11th hour bid to bring son Ian in from Tranmere Rovers.

The Millers' boss spent yesterday trying to sign a new striker to complement 14

Whitehead back at fly half

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS will switch Mike Whitehead to fly half as they chase more British and Irish Cup points at Ayr tomorrow.

Whitehead reverts from full back, where Ben Couldbeck keeps his place follow

Alf''s brought down to earth

by PAUL RICKETT

NEW boy Adam Rundle has revealed the dressing room banter which brought star man Adam Le Fondre down to earth after Tuesday's spectacular performance against Lincoln.

Le Fondre hit two of

Moore praises Le Fondre double whammy

by PAUL RICKETT

RONNIE Moore was quick to praise hit-man Adam Le Fondre after Rotherham United climbed into the automatic promotion rankings with Tuesday's 2-0 win over Lincoln City.

Rundle poised for debut

by PAUL RICKETT

NEW signing Adam Rundle will go straight into Ronnie Moore's squad for tonight's League Two game against Lincoln City at Don Valley.

And the Rochdale winger has revealed

Skurr: I want my place back

by PAUL RICKETT

COMEBACK man Jon Skurr has declared himself fit and raring to go after several weeks on the sidelines.

The back rower put in a terrific first half display in Saturday's 52-10 romp against

Ronnie closes in on signing

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MANAGER Ronnie Moore h

F1 star Timo Glock to drive for Manor Grand Prix: VOTE

by PAUL RICKETT

GERMAN ace Timo Glock will lead Manor Grand Prix’s maiden assault on next year’s World Championship—and team principal John Booth is expected to name his partner in the next fe

Loan spells on cards from Millers' two Taylors

by DAVID BEDDOWS

AT least two Rotherham United players could be going out on loan as manager Ronnie Moore sets about fine-tuning his squad.

It is understood that the Millers have had an inquiry from

Plum Sheffield United deal for goalie George

by DAVID BEDDOWS

HOT-SHOT stopper George Willis has landed a plum pro contract with Sheffield United—despite being a tender 14.

The highly-rated Wickersley School pupil made his En

Bees glad to be heading for Clifton Lane

by PAUL RICKETT

JUST a few weeks ago it looked unlikely that Birmingham Bees would be able to fulfil tomorrow’s Clifton Lane date in the new British and Irish Cup.

The Sharmans Cross Road out

Midfielder signs for Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS
MIDFIELDER Gary Roberts has joined Rotherham United on a one-month contract.
The former Crewe and Yeovil player signed today after successfully completing a medical earlier in th

Titans ring changes for cup clash

by PAUL RICKETT

Manor make first signing

by SAM TODD

FORMULA One newcomers Manor Motorsport have landed their first driver.
German ace Timo Glock has signed a two-year deal with the Dinnington-based team with the option for

Millers hope to land Roberts

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United expect to confirm the signing of midfielder Gary Roberts today.
The 22-year-old, released by Yeovil in the summer, has been training with the Millers and had an encouraging

MILLERS' LATE SHOW DELIGHTS RONNIE

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MANAGER Ronnie Moore was full of praise for the Millers after they grabbed a late winner to sink ten-man Port Vale on Saturday.
Nicky Law struck in the second minute of inju

Titans' delight after derby win

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS' skipper Mike Whitehead lauded praise on his side after Saturday's impressive 11-7 win over arch rivals Doncaster.

The Knights had won the previous seven games between the sides an

Rotherham aces on sports shortlist

by PAUL RICKETT
SUPER sports from Rotherham have another chance to pick up awards on Wednesday night.
After the success of the recent Rotherham event, several locals are in contention for honours at South Y

Ronnie's loan offer falls flat

by DAVID BEDDOWS
RONNIE Moore's invitation to clubs to take his players on loan has so far drawn a blank.
The new boss wants to move players out so be can bring in better quality replacements to reinforce Rotherh

Harris eye Superbikes spot

by PAUL RICKETT
RACER Karl Harris is a strong bet to be back in British Superbikes next season, despite one of the worst seasons of his career.
The Aston rider has been in talks with several teams and says he&rs

Chivers warning to Doncaster Knights

by PAUL RICKETT
LIVEWIRE scrum half Neil Chivers has fired a warning to arch rivals Doncaster, as the Knights head for Clifton Lane.
Titans have lost their last seven games against the Castle Park club. The only

Batty blow for Titans

by PAUL RICKETT
TITANS will be without influential hooker Ross Batty for tomorrow’s crunch home derby with Doncaster Knights.
The former Newcastle Falcon, who has been one of Rotherham’s key men this

Warne's relief at Wealdstone win

by DAVID BEDDOWS
MILLERS striker Paul Warne says the Millers’ FA Cup win at Wealdstone should not be underestimated.

The Ryman League minnows twice came from two goals down to push Ronni

Get it right, says West

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS coach Craig West says Rotherham have got to find a killer instinct as they prepare for Saturday’s derby against arch rivals Doncaster.
West was left frustrated

Millers triumph over hoodoo

by DAVID BEDDOWS
THE Millers dug deep to beat non-league Wealdstone on Saturday and end a seven-year FA Cup hoodoo.
The 3-2 win in north London was Rotherham's first victory in the competition in 12 attempts dati

Half-term soccer camp award winners- PICTURE SLIDESHOW

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Youngsters who attended an October

Doyle off the mark

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FIGHTER Ray Doyle has claimed his first pro win since returning to the ring.
The 28-year-old drew with Craig Tomes in September in his first bout since coming out of retirement and linking u

Millers must take the jeers, says Ellison

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MIDFIELDER Kevin Ellison says the Rotherham players can have no complaints with the stick they're getting over their current form.
Ronnie Moore's men trooped off to a chorus of jeers from th

Eagle back at Parkgate

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PARKGATE have parted company with manager Sean Hutchinson—with former boss Russ Eagle back at the helm.
Hutchinson handed in his notice after Saturday’s 8-3 thumping at Hall Road

Tigers' stars aid youngsters

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SPEEDWAY stars Josh Auty and Paul Cooper have a new band of fans after doing their bit for poorly children in South Yorkshire.
The Sheffield Tigers’ aces popped in to the Bluebell Wood

Titans' key men get international calls

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS are to lose two key players to international commitments—but the good news is that injured men will return to step into the breach.
Tinus Du Plessis’ departure this week t

Millers' 18-month search for stadium site ends

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United have finally settled on a site for a new stadium after a painstaking 18-month search.
The privately owned piece of land, covering 15 acres, "ticks all the boxes," accor

Players can compete at top level: Maggs

by PAUL RICKETT

NEW player-coach Kevin Maggs says Rotherham Titans have players who can compete at Premiership level.

The 35-year-old signed in at Clifton Lane this week and trained with

Ronnie looks to cup to boost Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore seeks an FA Cup tonic for his team's faltering league form when they take on non-league Wealdstone on Sunday.
The Millers were booed off by disgruntled suppo

Maggs signs in at Lane

by PAUL RICKETT

FORMER International Kevin Maggs has kicked off his coaching career at Rotherham Titans - but head coach Craig West says he won't drop straight into playing action.

Maggs

West delight after Titans' win

by PAUL RICKETT

COACH Craig West praised his Rotherham Titans side after Saturday's 29-20 win over Cornish Pirates at Clifton Lane.

Titans had to be at their best to overcome the powerho

Dire Millers face boos

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United were booed off at Don Valley Stadium on Saturday as their poor form continued with a goalless draw against Aldershot Town.
Many of the crowd of just over 3,000 vented their frust

Rotherham schools cross country: PICTURE GALLERY

by PAUL RICKETT

KIMBERWORTH schools, Winterhill and St. Bede’s, claimed win doubles as hundreds of youngsters fought out the Rother

Ronnie frustrated on Millers recruitment front

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore has been frustrated in his attempts to bring in loan signings before this weekend's clash with Aldershot Town.
Speaking after Saturday

Millers on spying mission

by DAVID BEDDOWS
THE Millers management team are going to Wealdstone next week for a spying mission on their FA Cup opponents.
The Ryman League side have a home game against Boreham Wood on Tuesd

Ryan takes Scots crown

by PAUL RICKETT
ICE-ACE Ryan Sharp has claimed another top title, winning the Scottish Solo Dance crown.
The Wickersley School pupil competed against some of Britain’s top skaters at the c

Concentration is the key, says Titans' ace

by PAUL RICKETT
CANADIAN international Adam Kleeberger has re-established his position in the Titans team, saying: “We’ve got to play well for the whole 80 minutes.”
The 25-yea

Why David can beat Goliath...

by PAUL RICKETT

IT’S been billed as David v Goliath...and Rotherham boxing boss Dave Coldwell is aiming to play his part in what he reckons will be the upset of the century.
Londoner

Kerry-Louise beaten in final

by PAUL RICKETT
FIGHTER Kerry-Louise Norbury brought home a\!q silver medal from the WAKO World championships in Austria—after a contentious defeat against home-town girl Astrid Ottl in the final.

Millers FA Cup ticket details

by DAVID BEDDOWS
TICKET details for the Millers' FA Cup first-round tie at Wealdstone have been announced.
The game will take place on Sunday, November 8, with a 3pm kick-off.
Prices are—seating: &poun

Spireites clash: kick-off brought forward

by DAVID BEDDOWS
THE Millers' festive derby clash at Chesterfield on Monday, December 28, has been brought forward to a 1pm kick-off at Chesterfield's request.

Meet the Millers at Fairs Fayre

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United's entire first team squad will be at Magna to day for the Fairs Fayre Event.
The players will be there between 12pm-1pm to lend their support to the event, which is run to showca

Pressure increases on Titans

by DAVID BEDDOWS

TITANS tackle Cornish Pirates this weekend badly in need of a win boost in their quest to climb out of the lower reaches of the Championship.
A 43-10 reverse at leaders Exet

Frustrated Moore seeks new signings

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore has vowed to bring in new signings b

Lager tribute to Freddie Trueman

by PAUL RICKETT
SPORTING legend Freddie Trueman would have been bowled over...
Maltby’s finest son is to be immortalised by a new ale brewed by a Yorkshire company, which aims to celebrate

Titans' Farmer switches to fly half

by PAUL RICKETT

TITAN Matt Farmer will start at fly-half for this Saturday's acid test at Exeter, with coach Craig West saying: “I’m confident we can score some points.”

Second chance for bloodied Miller Andy Nicholas

by DAVID BEDDOWS
BLOODIED Andy Nicholas has been promised another chance in the first team.
The left-back got his first start of the season against Notts County but saw it cut short in a cl

BOXING: Doyle guns for first win

by PAUL RICKETT
FIGHTER Ray Doyle will look to build on a solid return to the ring when he takes on veteran Karl Taylor next week.
Doyle drew with Craig Tomes in Doncaster last month when he ret

Moore considers new faces for Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM United could soon be dipping into the transfer market to re-ignite their promotion push.
The Millers slipped out the top three automatic promotion posi

We'll need to dig deep, says Titans' skipper

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS skipper Mike Whitehead says Rotherham will have to be at their defensive best when they travel to unbeaten leaders Exeter on Saturday.
Titans cover-men put in a solid

Willett eyes Dubai hot spot

by DAVID BEDDOWS

ROTHERHAM golfer Danny Willett is on course for a place in the lucrative end-of-season Dubai Masters after carding another strong top-ten finish.
The Thrybergh-based ace (pi

Millers put accent on defence

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United will be putting in extra defensive work this week ahead of Saturday's trip to Bury.
Despite overcoming a sending-off to card their first clean sheet in five game

Plenty of positives, say beaten Titans

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS star Tinus DuPlessis says the Clifton Lane men will take plenty of positives out of Saturday's agonising home defeat by Bedford as they head to table-topping Exeter this weekend.

Old football pictures wanted

by DAVID BEDDOWS

AN historian is appealing for old pictures of Rotherham footballers to help her complete a book into the origins of the game in the town.
Patricia Hamilton, from Ferham, has

Triathletes launch into action

by DAVID BEDDOWS

TRIATHLETES from a new club showed their mettle by braving the elements in their inaugural race.
The competitors from Team Manvers, based at the Manvers Waterfront Boat Club

Triple boost for Falcon fighters

by PAUL RICKETT

FIGHTERS from Dinnington’s Falcon Fight Academy built up to a demanding end of the year with three wins at a sell-out show at Doncaster’s Castle Park.
Jordan War

Manor back in the points

by PAUL RICKETT
RACER Roberto Merhi took Manor Motorsport back onto the Formula 3 Euroseries podium, with boss John Booth saying: “We’re delighted to be back where we should be.”

We must hit back, says Titans star

by PAUL RICKETT

WING Jon Feeley says Rotherham have to bounce back this week following Friday’s dismal performance at Nottingham.
After being out since July following a knee op, Feele

Under orders for cross country feast

by PAUL RICKETT
ROTHERHAM Schools Cross Country Championships takes place at Herringthorpe next Thursday.
It is the second staging of the championship event for both primary and secondary school

Willett sets sights on Dubai World Championship

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM golfer Danny Willett is on course to qualify for the lucrative end-of-season Dubail World Championship despite a late slump in his latest tournament.
The 21-year-old sat second going in

Dibble boost for Millers

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ROTHERHAM United manager Ronnie Moore has strengthened his coaching staff with the arrival of a new goalkeeping coach.
Andy Dibble arrives from Championship side Peterborough United and Moore adm

Titans look to recover from battering

by PAUL RICKETT
TITANS coach Craig West has called on his side to bounce straight back from their drubbing at Nottingham.
The Clifton Lane side face three tough Championship games in three weeks

RONNIE RUES MISSED CHANCES

by DAVID BEDDOWS

FRUSTRATED Millers boss Ronnie Moore bemoaned his side's wastefulness after they threw away a winning position against Hereford United at Don Valley Stadium on Saturday.
A 90th minute equali

Better late than never, Jim!

by DAVID BEDDOWS

MILLERS no. 2 Jimmy Mullen says he's delighted to be working with Ronnie Moore—even though it's come three months late and at a different club!
Mullen was sat in the

Cricket pitch's future in doubt

by DAVID BEDDOWS
ONE of the best cricket grounds in Rotherham is set to close unless teams come forward to use it.
The future of the pitch at the Roundwood complex at Parkgate has been thrown int

We can upset the odds: Batty

by PAUL RICKETT
TALENTED hooker Ross Batty reckons Rotherham can go to Meadow Lane tonight and upset the odds.
The green and whites, currently hard on Exeter’s heels at the top of the Cham

No place for new boy Craig

by PAUL RICKETT
NEW prop Craig Voisey won’t be in the squad for tonight’s toughie in Nottingham despite Titans’ being forced to ring the changes.
The front-rower signed last we

Titans away date switched

by PAUL RICKETT

TITANS' game against Nottingham has been brought forward to this Friday - after the Meadow Lane club were forced off their regular Sunday date.

With Notts County having b

Millers boss looks at fine-tuning

by DAVID BEDDOWS
NEW boss Ronnie Moore notched his first win back in charge of promotion-chasing Rotherham United and then predicted they have the potential to become even better.
The Millers twi

RONNIE OFF THE WIN MARK

by DAVID BEDDOWS

RONNIE Moore voiced his delight after scoring his first win on his return as Rotherham United manager on Satu

SIXTIES MILLER IS NOSTAGLIA GUEST

by DAVID BEDDOWS
A MILLER from the 1960s is the guest at next week's meeting of Rotherham United Nostalgia Society.
John Shepherd made his Rotherham debut in the last game of the 1965/66 season a

BMX STARLETS HIT THE HEIGHTS

by DAVID BEDDOWS

TWO-WHEELED starlets from Rotherham BMX Club cut a dash at the British Championships—with one youngster in particular taking the eye.
Making his national debut after r

MOORE PLAYS IT COOL FOR CREWE

by DAVID BEDDOWS

NEW Rotherham United boss Ronnie Moore will resist the temptation to make wholesale changes for tomorrow's trip to Crewe after getting off to a losing start at Northampton.

BASKETBALL CLUB SEEKS NEW BLOOD

by DAVID BEDDOWS

FANCY having a go at basketball?
Then Rotherham Hawks Basketball Club would like to hear from you.
They are looking for players for all age groups from 5-14 years.

LOSING START FOR RONNIE

by DAVID BEDDOWS

RONNIE Moore had no complaints after tasting defeat at Northampton Town last night in his first match back in charge of Rotherham United.
The 3-1 setback was the Millers' fi

MOORE'S MILLERS RETURN

by PAUL RICKETT

RONNIE Moore is officially back as manager of Rotherham United - and fo

CYCLING ACE LANDS BIG CONTRACT

by DAVID BEDDOWS
YEARS of hard graft have propelled Russell Downing to a lucrative professional contact and into the big league of cycling.
The 31-year-old is one of the first riders to clinch a

ASTON SNATCH TITLE In LAST-DAY DRAMA

by PAUL RICKETT
JUBILANT Aston Hall snatched the Division One title on a nervy and dramatic final day—but even though Whiston Parish Church have to settle for second place it still means there will be S

HARRISON'S WORLD FINAL BID

by PAUL RICKETT
ROTHERHAM’S Paul Harrison will look to dump the tag of stock car racing’s nearly man in the dirt tomorrow night.
Harrison joins fellow Rotherham racers Peter Falding

THIS IS WHERE IT STARTS: PRESCOTT

by PAUL RICKETT
STAND-IN skipper Ben Prescott played a heroic role against Plymouth and then said: “Our season starts here.”
The Scottish prop put in a terrific shift—as did al

HARRIS AXED BY HONDA

by DAVID BEDDOWS

BIKE racer Karl Harris has been axed by Hydrex Honda after a string of disappointing results in the British Superbike Championship.
Despite lying fourth in the standings, th