Manx Radio's Friday Sport

Since 2023, Isle of Man golfer, Ana Dawson has taken the plunge into the professional ranks of the sport.In that time, the former Peel competitor has made memories along the way whilst also featuring on the prestigious Ladies European Tour and also the LET Access Series.And now, following an impressive performance at LET Q-School in Morocco late last year, she has the exciting prospect of having a full card for the Ladies European Tour in 2026.With what could be a promising journey ahead, Manx Radio has been speaking with Ana to find out what it means to her to make this major step forward and also what she's hoping to achieve over the coming campaign

Results, reaction and analysis to all of the opening Manx football action of 2026.PLUS, we bring you the draws for the first rounds proper of both the Ecap FA Cup and GH Corlett Woods Cup.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham and Rob Pritchard

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division contest between FC Isle of Man and Stockport Town at The Bowl in Douglas.Chasing a third straight win, 'The Ravens' and their visitors met with both looking to secure winning ends to 2025Match commentary from Darren Timson and Tony Mepham

A comprehensive look-back on the highlights from Isle of Man sport in 2025

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division meeting between FC Isle of Man and AFC Liverpool at The Bowl in DouglasStill searching for a second home win of the campaign so far, 'The Ravens' faced an AFC Liverpool side hoping to bounce back from a heavy midweek defeatMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard

Round-up of all the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of Man, plus we preview the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and AFC LiverpoolBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Rob Pritchard

In tonight's programme:The premier league's top two meet in a big clash in Manx football as league fixtures continue at a furious pace this weekendIn rugby, Douglas face one of their top-of-the-table rivals in Regional 2 North West at Port-e-Chee tomorrow whilst a trio of other Island sides prepare for their respective final matches of the calendar yearA double header of mixed cup finals awaits in Isle of Man hockey, whist three national senior sides head across the water in the England Hockey ChampionshipsAnd we hear from two Manx motorsport competitors on the importance of being able to talk about the challenges and tough times that can occur in racingThis week featuring Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Ben Cunningham, Marcus Simpson and Grant Thomson

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division contest at The Bowl in Douglas between FC Isle of Man and IrlamAfter their joint-heaviest defeat of the season last time out, FC Isle of Man returned home to take on an Irlam team starting this weekend just three points outside the promotion play-off spotsMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

It's early December on the Isle of Man, meaning we're coming to the end of the latest Isle of Man mixed and indoor hockey seasons.The sport as a whole remains very popular across the Isle of Man across both senior and junior level.All year round, the work remains ongoing at the likes of the Manx Hockey Association to both keep things running in the short-term and maintain the structure in the long-term.One of those who's part of the efforts to help these things happen is the MHA's Hockey Development Officer, Rachel Andrew.She's been speaking with us at Manx Radio about the importance of work behind the scenes and what plans they have coming up to keep the sport evolving:

Round-up of all the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of Man, a preview of FC Isle of Man's latest game against Irlam.PLUS, the live draw for the ECAP FA Cup Preliminary Round.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Rob Pritchard.

In tonight's programme:This year's Railway Cup semi-finals headline another important weekend of Manx football fixturesLooking to remain top of Regional 2 North West, Douglas are on the road this Saturday in rugby while the Manx Shield returns in the west of the IslandHow do we take hockey to the next level on the Isle of Man? we hear from the Manx Hockey Association's development officerAnd a catch-up on the latest from the busy Isle of Man athletics sceneRob Pritchard is joined this week by Tony Mepham, Rachel Andrew, Dave Christian and Dave Griffiths

Round-up of all the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of ManPLUS, the live draw for the semi-finals of the 2025 Manx Car Store Railway Cup competition in Manx footballRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Luke Robinson, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

In tonight's programme:One Railway Cup spot remains mathematically up for grabs in Saturday's football clashesIn what will be only her second fight of 2025, boxer Jade Burden faces a former title contender in BlackpoolA highly-anticipated Manx derby is on the cards in rugby and Douglas aim to continue their excellent league run on home turfFour teams remain in the hunt for one league title as the final weekend of the 2025 mixed hockey season awaitsAnd a brand new Island facility is hoping to provide 'state of the art' resources to those involved in cricketRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham and featuring Jade Burden, Greig Wright and Matt Ansell

The Isle of Man's athletics scene remains a diverse and evolving environment with a rich variety of different disciplines and roles to get involved in.Since 2023, one of those tasked with supporting the Island's athletics infrastructure in many ways is Isle of Man Athletics' Development Officer, Ollie Lockley.He's been speaking with us at Manx Radio coming up to two years in his role about the work they're doing to improve Island athletics and what challenges and concerns they're looking to address in the long run

Round-up of all the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of ManRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

In tonight's programme:Onchan and Laxey face with both looking to secure Railway Cup qualification this weekend in the latest Manx football clashesIn rugby, sitting second in Regional 2 North West, Douglas head to Firwood Waterloo on Saturday; Vagabonds and Ramsey face home ties in Counties 3 ADM Lancs/Cheshire and Vagabonds Ladies are on the roadWe hear from one of the Isle of Man's top cyclists following her retirement from the sportManx TT competitor, Conor Cummins opens up on the challenges of setting up a new team for next yearAnd multiple league titles and relegations hang in the balance in this weekend's mixed Manx hockey fixturesRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham and featuring the voices of Lizzie Holden and Conor Cummins

The recent end to the 2025 cycling season also marked the end of a stellar career for one of the Isle of Man's top riders.Lizzie Holden recently announced that she was taking the decision to step away from the sport.The Island athlete is one of multiple examples in recent years to take her abilities from the grassroots level on Manx shores right to the top tier of women's cycling.The journey has seen her take a British national title, compete regularly on the Women's WorldTour and take part in the Commonwealth Games just to mention a few accolades.Now, with a chance to reflect on this adventure, she's been speaking to Manx Radio about what her best memories have been in the sport, her decision to retire and also how it feels to be adjusting to a new chapter

It's been another successful couple of months for Island-based mixed martial arts club, Summit Grappling AcademyHaving already excelled in other events throughout the year, one of its star competitors, Hayley Curtis has been adding to the academy's medal tally in Europe in recent weeks.But Curtis isn't the only one continuing to shine on the international stage, and what's more... for the first time... the Isle of Man will play host to some of the world's top grappling competitors next month.We recently caught up with Curtis and the academy's head coach, Conrad Roberts to hear about Hayley's recent successes in Europe and what the club has planned on Island in a few weeks' time

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and West Didsbury & Chorlton at The Bowl in DouglasHoping to bounce back from a late defeat seven days previous, FC Isle of Man faced a daunting task against a visiting side currently pushing for top spot in the tableMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson

Round-up of all the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of Man and a preview of FC Isle of Man's home tie in the NWCFL Premier Division against West Didsbury & Chorlton.Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian