19th September 2012
Sport news in brief
A quick roundup of some of the spoting stories from the week.
Categories: Sport
Ricky Hatton Set to Return
Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton has announced his return to boxing after over three years out. The 33-year old Mancunian has stated he wants Britain to be proud of him again.
Man Utd honour dead Police Officers
Manchester United wore black armbands in their match against Galatasary last Wednesday as a mark of respect for the two female police officers killed in Manchester last week.
Oxford introduce new Rugby League side
A new rugby league side from Oxford are set to be admitted to Championship One in 2013. They will be coached by former New Zealand international Tony Benson.
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Varsity Swimming 2025: MMU glides into victory
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Football and Capitalism: Is the trajectory of football sliding away from the working-class?
Football clubs have prioritised profit at the expense of community and fans – to the sport’s detriment
The Halcyon Age: Big wins and humbling losses for the University of Manchester Ultimate Frisbee Club
Following a very successful regionals campaign, which saw five teams qualify for nationals, UoM Ultimate take on the best of the best at the 2025 University Indoor Nationals.
From Suffrajitsu to choking out reporters: The embattled history of women’s MMA
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