Episodes
On tonight's programme:The 2026 Southern 100 Road Races get underway at the Motor Isle Billown Course at the start of next week, we hear from the event's organisersHaving made its debut on Manx shores twelve months ago, the World Downhill Skateboarding Championships are back on the Isle of Man this Saturday and SundayOne of the major events on the Isle of Man's golf calendar - the 2026 Isle of Man Championships - gets underway for the knockout phases this weekend at Rowany Golf ClubAnd in cycling, we hear from a top-level Manx competitor on what's been a pretty impressive season so far on b...
In tonight's programme:The Isle of Man women's national football team begins its defence of the Cherry Godfrey Cup in Guernsey, we hear from the manager on their chances over the next two days Also in football, in the last week there's been big changes at FC Isle of Man including a new manager taking the hot seat - Lee Dixon tells Manx Radio what he hopes can drive 'The Ravens' to better things next seasonIt's been a big week for the Special Olympics Isle of Man squad at the Gibraltar National Games and we'll be finding out how they've been getting on so farAnd we take a look at the latest ...
FC Isle of Man's new Chief Executive Officer says the financial stability of the club is 'difficult' without a 'magic benefactor'. Russ Kent was appointed to the role last week after previously serving solely as treasurer. The Raven's, which currently benefit from some government support, are entering their sixth season in English football. In this edition of Sportscast, Russ Kent speaks to Manx Radio's Darren Timson.
FC Isle of Man's new manager is calling for a change in the team's mindset. Lee Dixon was confirmed to take over the vacancy from outgoing caretaker manager Rick Holden this week (18 June).Darren Timson spoke to Lee about the work needed from the team going forward:
Ben Cunningham Sitting in for Rob Pritchard this week, On tonight's programme...We look ahead to round 4 at the Andreas Racing Association Championship.We speak to James Mcstay who wants to give children the chance to enjoy football this summer.Plus, it's time for the 2026 Parish walk and we speak to Ray Cox and Dave Griffiths looking at some of the islands top endurance walkers looking to cross the finish line in this years event.
On tonight's programme:After a tough few months, Isle of Man professional boxer, Jade Burden will finally have the chance this weekend to make history as she takes on her first ever title fight in the UKIn football, the finale to the 2025/26 Manx season awaits this weekend with this year's Paul Henry Gold Cup final at The Bowl in DouglasMeanwhile, the Isle of Man men's national football squad is in action this weekend when they take on the reigning Welsh top-tier champions in a friendly - we hear from the Island side's managerWhilst there's been a short hiatus in local athletics action, we ...
Back in April of this year, Isle of Man professional boxer, Jade Burden was due to take part in her first ever title fight in the UK.However, at short notice, the event itself was cancelled, leaving the Island competitor in a tough place and considering her future in the sport.But since then, things have changed - the showdown has since been rescheduled to Saturday, 13 June and will see Burden face Katie Smith for the Commonwealth Silver Super Featherweight title in Bolton.With the fire inside rekindled, we've been catching up with Jade ahead of this weekend's fight to find out what it woul...
The countdown to TT 2026 continues, and in this Manx Radio SportsCast, we've been speaking with someone who's at the very heart of all the key decisions at the racing fortnight.Isle of Man TT Clerk of the Course, Gary Thompson is entering his 14th year in the role this year.In 2025, he and his team faced multiple challenges throughout the two weeks as weather regularly disrupted the meeting, culminating in Mr Thompson having to cancel the iconic Senior race due to poor conditions, only the second time in the event's history that's happened with the other in 2012 also under his watch.Outside...
The countdown continues towards the 2026 Isle of Man TT Races and we at Manx Radio have been catching up recently with riders and officials involved in the racing fortnight.The focus of this latest episode of the Manx Radio SportsCast is someone who's been a dominant figure at the TT in recent years and is looking to bounce back after a challenging 2025.Last year, Peter Hickman had a challenging season on the Snaefell Mountain Course - an incident during qualifying week saw him ruled out of all of last year's races due to inury.Fast forward to now, and the 14-time TT winner and outright lap...
The 2026 Isle of Man TT Races are fast approaching and recently we've been speaking with riders and officials ahead of the latest racing fortnight.In this episode of the Manx Radio SportsCast, we've been speaking with someone who needs no introduction... 23-time TT winner, John McGuinness.Already a legend in motorcycle racing, 2026 is another landmark year McGuinness as he celebrates the 30 years of racing on the Snaefell Mountain Course.So, what are some of his greatest memories to date and how does he describe his journey in the sport so far?Manx Radio recently sat down with the man himse...
Results, reaction and analysis to the latest football action across the Isle of ManPLUS, we look back on the respective Manx rugby and hockey campaignsRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham
On tonight's programme:The 2026 Ascot Hotel Junior Cup final tonight kicks-off another important weekend in Isle of Man football as the end of the season looms large, whilst the Isle of Man women's national team return to action on home soil on SaturdayFor the first time in more than two decades, the Isle of Man is fielding national rugby sides in a double-header of fixtures off-Island tomorrow, we hear from one of those behind the preparations for this big weekendAnd the Isle of Man's initial squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow has been revealed and Team Isle of Man's Chef du ...
Results, reaction and analysis to the latest Isle of Man football action this weekend along with the latest from the 2026 Manx National RallyRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham and Chris Boyde, and also featuring Wayne Lisy and Neal Champion
In tonight's programme:Looking ahead to all of the latest sporting action on the Isle of Man and beyond this weekendRob Pritchard is joined this week by Chris Boyde, Tony Mepham, Wayne Lisy and Gareth Lloyd
Results, reaction and analysis to the latest Isle of Man football and rugby action this weekendPLUS, we bring you the draw for the semi-finals of the 2026 Manx Quality Sheds Hospital Cup in Manx footballRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian
On tonight's programme:A trio of league titles were decided during the week in Manx football, now the quarter-final stages of two competitions take centre stage this weekendWe also hear from the Isle of Man men's national football team manager ahead of his side's first home fixture in nearly seven years on SaturdayThe curtain will come down on the 2025/26 Isle of Man rugby season on Saturday with the Manx Plate and Manx Cup finals to be held at Port-e-CheeHundreds of some of the biggest upcoming talents in British cycling are on Island this weekend for an event celebrating an important mile...
The Isle of Man men's national football team is set to take its first step in its long-term ambitions for success in the coming years.The squad is set to take part in its first home match since 2019 when they face Halewood Apollo at The Bowl in Douglas on Saturday, 2 May, kicking-off at 5pm that evening.This contest marks the beginning of what's being dubbed the 'Road to Gold' campaign - a three-year project to build the Manx men's national side up to the Isle of Man hosting the International Island Games in 2029.The team's manager, Chris Bass jnr. led the side to bronze at the last Interna...
The TT has a new book which details the near 119-year history of the event.It's called Isle of Man TT: The Illustrated History of the World’s Greatest Motorcycle Road Race by journalist and author Phil Wain.The book was released this month and features unseen photographs, full accounts of races from 1907 and rider and team profiles.Phil told Darren Timson more.
Results, reaction and analysis to all of the latest football, rugby and hockey action across the Isle of ManPLUS, we bring you the live draw for the second round of the 2026 Manx Quality Sheds Hospital Cup in Manx footballSimon Quine is joined by Tony Mepham, Dave Christian and Ben Cunningham
In tonight's programme:The first rounds proper of the Hospital Cup and Junior Cup form the majority of this weekend's Isle of Man football agendaIn rugby, a trio of Island sides are on the road for the final games of their respective seasons - In Counties 3 ADM Lancashire/Cheshire Minor Conference League, both Vagabonds and Ramsey are on the road, with Ramsey's game having some important extra meaning, and Vagabonds Ladies are rounding out a steady campaign in Women's NC2 North (South) with a journey to the league championsAnd in hockey the 2026 Manx season has its grand finale this weekend...
Results, reaction and analysis to all of the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of ManPLUS, we bring you the live draw for the first round proper of the 2026 Manx Quality Sheds Hospital Cup in Manx footballRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham, Karl Gartland and Dave ChristianAlso featuring the voices of Linda Alton-Heath and Dave Griffiths
On tonight's programme:The preliminary rounds of two cup competitions dominate the weekend Manx football scheuled with the 2026 Hospital Cup and Junior Cup competitions to get underwayAhead of what could be the finale to their season, we hear from FC Isle of Man's caretaker manager, Rick Holden, who's been reflecting on his time with the clubIn rugby, the promotion play-offs beckon for Douglas in Regional 2 North West whilst Vagabonds Ladies and Ramsey are in action on-Island in Women's NC2 North (South) and Counties 3 ADM Lancashire/Cheshire Minor Conference League respectivelyTwo Isle of ...
Following the departure of Paul Jones and with FC Isle of Man stuck in an early relegation scrap in September, the Manx club looked to someone with experience at the top level of English football to get them back in the fight.Rick Holden has held the post of Caretaker Manager at 'The Ravens' for the majority of what's been a difficult season in the NWCFL Premier Division.Despite numerous challenges for all involved, under Holden, FC Isle of Man met its top priority of securing safety in the division with a few weeks of the campaign to spare.Now, FC Isle of Man are all set for their final ma...
Results, reaction and analysis to all of the latest football and rugby action across the Isle of Man PLUS, we hear from the Andreas Racing Association on round two of its 2026 championships at Jurby this weekendAND, we hear the latest on preparations for the latest Isle of Man triathlon seasonRob Pritchard is joined by Tony Mepham and Dave Christian, and featuring the voices of Neal Champion and Clara Isaac
In tonight's programme:Peel could close in on the Canada Life Men's Premier League leaders and the promotion race is hotting up in Ardern & Druggan Ltd. Division 2 as the latest Manx football fixtures beckonIn rugby, it's now or never for Douglas in their quest to reach the Regional 2 North West play-offs; Ramsey and Vagabonds are both on home soil in Counties 3 ADM Lancashire/Cheshire Minor Conference League, and Douglas Celts have the chance to wrap up the Hartford Homes Manx Shield titleRacing action returns to Jurby Airfield for the second round of the 2026 ARA ChampionshipsOne of the I...
Preparations are now well underway for what's to come this year for a sport that has seen noticeable growth on the Isle of Man in recent years... triathlon.In 2026, Manx Tri Club is running an expanded programme of events for the campaign which will include a new competition to the series as well providing meetings for a variety of different ages and abilities.One of those who's been a part of the growing number taking up the sport is Clara Isaac, who, since starting around two years ago, has now gone on to excel, winning a bronze medal in triathlon at the 2025 Island Games in Orkney.Lookin...
The 2026 Easter Weekend sees the return of one of the most popular athletics events on the Manx calendar, the Easter Festival of Running.The series, which takes place from Friday, 3 April to Sunday, 5 April will see three races take place across three days with hundreds expected to take part.What's more, organisers have seen huge demand for this year's meeting with more than 770 pre-entries in total and roughly two-thirds of those involving participants and teams from off-Island.To find out more about this year's event, we sat down with festival organiser, Chris Quine and Isle of Man athlet...
Match highlights of the NWCFL Premier Division clash between FC Isle of Man and City of Liverpool at The Bowl in Douglas'The Ravens' started the weekend needing only to avoid defeat to secure league safety against a City of Liverpool team requiring a win to keep their survival hopes aliveMatch commentary from Rob Pritchard and Darren Timson
On tonight's program:Results, reaction and analysis to all the latest local football, rugby, hockey across the Isle of Man plus we look ahead to FC IOM's Game at home. we also bring you the Hospital Cup draw as well as the Junior Cup draw.Ben Cunningham is joined by Tony Mepham, Karl Gartland and Dave Christian.
On tonight's programme:Bottom versus top in the Canada Life Men's Premier League and the opening ties of this year's Canada Life Women's FA Cup are among this weekend's upcoming football clashesIn rugby, it could be now or never for Douglas in their play-off hunt in Regional 2 North West; Vagabonds and Ramsey are both on the road in Counties 3 ADM Lancashire/Cheshire and Vagabonds Ladies are on home territory in Women's NC2 North (South)Meanwhile, no fewer than four league titles remain there for the taking on Saturday in what will be the finale to the 2026 Isle of Man hockey league seasonA...