Manx Radio's Friday Sport

Whilst we're now well into 2025, the prospect of this year's Island Games might still seem like a far-away prospect for many.However, preparations for this year's event in Orkney from 12-18 July are well underway.Front and centre of many of the logistics behind the scenes is the Island Games Association of Mann (IGAM).So, how has IGAM found getting themselves and the team ready?In this extended interview, we hear from IGAM Chairman Gary Jakeman and Secretary Jill Gillings

Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of Man and a preview of FC Isle of Man's game against Squire's Gate.Plus the live draw for the ECAP FA Cup semi-finals.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Rob Pritchard and Ben Cunningham.

The Isle of Man is used to the roar of bikes during the TT fortnight, but one place that'll be unusually quiet this year will be Mooragh Promenade in Ramsey That's because it's been announced the Ramsey Sprint won't be held in 2025.So why will a TT staple in the northern town be absent?To find out, Manx Radio spoke with Trevor Duckworth - head of the event's organisers, Straightliners - who also give his views on the future of the occasion

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Colne at The Bowl in Douglas.After dropping points at home seven days previous, FC Isle of Man were hoping to go one better against a Colne side fighting for survival at the foot of the tableMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of ManPLUS, we bring you the live draw for the semi-finals of this year's GH Corlett Woods Cup in Manx footballSimon Clarke is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and Barnoldswick Town at The Bowl in DouglasTargeting back-to-back wins for the first time since November, FC Isle of Man faced a Barnoldswick Town side unbeaten in their two visits to Manx shores so farMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

Results, reaction and analysis of the latest sporting action across the Isle of ManPLUS, the live draw for the opening round of the 2025 Women's FA Cup in Manx footballBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

In tonight's programme:Last-chance saloon for Marown in the Canada Life Men's Premier League and Corinthians with a chance to go joint-top as league action returns in Manx footballAfter launching in late January, we hear from those behind a potential new force in women's football on Island FC Isle of Man are targeting back-to-back wins for the first time since NovemberDouglas and Vagabonds back on the road in rugby as the Manx Shield returns on IslandAnd in hockey there may be a break from the usual league schedule but two of the Island's national sides are hoping to step up to the mark across Saturday and SundayRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Donna Harrison, Paul Jones, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

Results, reaction and analysis to all the sporting action across the Isle of Man and further afield this weekendPLUS, we bring you the draw for the second round of this year's Ecap FA Cup in Manx footballRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

In tonight's programme:In Manx football the Ecap FA Cup first round proper beckons tomorrow, and the second leg of this year's Women's Floodlit Cup final awaits on Sunday, we'll also hear from the captains of both teams this eveningAfter late defeat in midweek, FC Isle of Man will be looking to keep their fading play-off hopes alive this weekend with a trip to Glossop North EndA busy day of Manx rugby on Saturday - Douglas, Vagabonds and Vagabonds Ladies all on home soil in this weekend's clashesAnd can the two premier league leaders maintain their perfect starts in Manx hockey? We look ahead to the latest men's and ladies league matchupsRob Pritchard is joined by Anna Shaw, Becky Corkish, Tony Mepham, Paul Jones, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

After a challenging 2024, Manx road racer Marcus Simpson is looking ahead to a new chapter with Newcastle-based crew WH RacingAfter signing a two-year deal with the team, Simpson tells us about his ambitions over the next two campaigns and what he learned from a hit-and-miss 2024

Results, reaction and analysis of the latest football, rugby and hockey results across the Isle of ManBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian

In tonight's programme:Tony Mepham looks ahead to all of this weekend's football fixtures and provides reaction to the Isle of Man's new national team manager.Paul Jones speaks ahead of FC Isle of Man's match against Irlam at the Bowl.In Rugby, Dave previews the three games on the Island.Hockey returns to league action as Ben talks us through the fixtures. Plus we hear from an MGP regular who will be stepping up to the TT in 2025.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.

Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and AFC Liverpool at The Bowl, Douglas.On a recent barren streak, FC Isle of Man were looking to get back to better ways up against an AFC Liverpool side who'd lost just once in seven meetings with the IslandersMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Tony Mepham

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man. Plus a preview of FC Isle of Man's game against AFC Liverpool.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian, Ben Cunningham and Rob Pritchard.

In tonight's programme:The top two in the Canada Life Premier League meet as Tony previews all the Island's football fixtures.Paul Jones speaks ahead of FC Isle of Man's match against AFC Liverpool at the Bowl.In Rugby, Douglas travel to Winnington Park and Vagabonds entertainment Fleetwood at Ballafletcher.And it's the first weekend of the Men's and Ladies cup, plate and bowl in hockey.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of Man. Plus draws for the GH Corlett Woods Cup Quarter Finals, Under-18s FA Cup and Masters FA Cup.Simon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham.

Results, reaction and analysis from today's football, rugby and hockey action from across the Isle of ManRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

In tonight's programme:The two Division 2 title rivals will meet in a potentially pivotal clash as one of the headline ties in this weekend's Isle of Man football fixturesWith two trophies in the bag this season already, what's next for Ayre United? We get the thoughts of their first team managerIn rugby, Douglas are back at home with a daunting task against the Regional 2 North West leaders whilst Vagabonds will be kicking off their new calendar year at BallafletcherAnd this weekend is due to see the start of the 2025 Isle of Man hockey season with the opening weekend of fixtures across the latest men's and ladies divisionsRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Nick Hurt, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham

Results, reaction and analysis of the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of ManPLUS, the draws are made in Manx football for the first round proper of this year's Ecap FA Cup and GH Corlett Woods Cup.And in hockey, draws are made for the opening rounds of the 2025 Men's and Ladies cup tournamentsBen Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian