Top sports stories from the Shotley peninsula during 2022
By Derek Davis 1st Jan 2023
For such a relatively small area the Shotley peninsula punches above its size when it comes to sporting excellence.
With its world class hockey and sailing stars, to class cricketers and fabulous footballers, there is plenty to pique a sporting interest.
While Brantham Athletic are the most senior football club, it was Woolverstone United that hit the headlines the most often with their Championship winning exploits in the club's centenary season.
Shotley Rose footballers experienced the ecstasy of reaching the Junior Cup final only to feel the agony of defeat - but partied anyway.
There were exciting days for youth players too with Holbrook Hornets being recognised for its integrity with an FA recognition.
Meanwhile, Shotley Rangers was rejuvenated and has risen phoenix like to encourage boys and girls to start playing from as young as five.
In hockey, Holbrook siblings Hannah and Harry Martin once again competing for Great Britain and England, with the sister doing particularly well.
As the peninsula has two rivers and an estuary it is no surprise sailing is prevalent, but it is still exceptional for Erwarton's Amelia Mayhew to skipper the GBR Cadets in the Worlds being held in Melbourne, Australia.
It is clear sport is important to our readers and here are the top 10 most read during 2022.
Shotley footballer gets his own back on Ipswich Town
Gun salute, minutes silence and seven goal thriller in Lee Adams' testimonial match
Sailing better than farming for GB skipper Amelia
Catchpole future revealed as Woolverstone promoted as champions
Underdogs Shotley Rose hailed after reaching Junior Cup final
Peninsula youngster progresses in England football trials
Sought after non-league player keeping options open
World class Women's Tour whizzes through stunning Shotley peninsula
Michael Brothers and Brantham Athletic part company
Up Close with rugby starlet Sam Gibson.
Peninsula siblings selected for GB Hockey squads
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