Retford - Sport

Sport

Retford has an established football team called Retford United F.C. who play in the premier division of the Baris Northern Counties East League. The club plays football at Cannon Park on the outskirts of the town. Retford is also home to Retford Town F.C., a smaller football club.

East Retford R.U.F.C., who play Rugby Union, have a very successful junior section who compete in numerous competitions. The seniors are also very successful, competing in the Midlands League Division 5.

The Retford Town Cricket and Sports Club was established in 1850 and moved to its present ground in 1858. The club was a founding member of the Bassetlaw Cricket league in 1904, their inaugural match was against Whitwell Colliery. However, they had to wait until 1984 before they won the League Division 1A Championship under the captaincy of George Jones, who shortly after emigrated to Australia. During this successful season the club chairman was Colin Loates.

Retford also has a long running Snooker League consisting of 2 Divisions. The current Division 1 League Champions of 2007/08 are Liberal 'C' captained by Steve Norris.

Retford Swimming Club represent the town and the surrounding area in the pool. The club, established in 1896, trains swimmers and takes part in competitive swimming galas against other teams in Nottinghamshire, in the Sports Centre League. Retford Swimming Club has been very successful recently, being promoted to Division 1 of the Sports Centre League at the end of last season. An annual Open Meet is held at Ponds Forge International Pool in Sheffield, hosted by the club.