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Derek Bish

Deputy Sports Editor

February 13, 2026

Supporting image for story: Final plea from outgoing county president - bowls round-up

Final plea from outgoing county president - bowls round-up

Supporting image for story: The 'huge' battle at the bottom is heating up for Shropshire sides

The 'huge' battle at the bottom is heating up for Shropshire sides

Supporting image for story: Big numbers at Bicton for latest Bandit Bowls event

Big numbers at Bicton for latest Bandit Bowls event

February 11, 2026

Supporting image for story: "I was really cheesed off" - but AFC Telford United thrilled to bounce back

"I was really cheesed off" - but AFC Telford United thrilled to bounce back

February 9, 2026

Supporting image for story: Telford Tigers fight back to end weekend on a winning note

Telford Tigers fight back to end weekend on a winning note

February 6, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shawbury United face another crucial clash in their bid to avoid relegation

Shawbury United face another crucial clash in their bid to avoid relegation

February 5, 2026

Supporting image for story: The New Saints make it a hat-trick of new signings in 2026

The New Saints make it a hat-trick of new signings in 2026

Supporting image for story: 'Plenty to play for' but AFC Telford United boss refuses to get carried away

'Plenty to play for' but AFC Telford United boss refuses to get carried away

February 4, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shifnal Town beaten in the league for the first time this season - women's football round-up

Shifnal Town beaten in the league for the first time this season - women's football round-up

February 3, 2026

Supporting image for story: Kevin Berkoe happy to be among familiar faces at Shrewsbury Town

Kevin Berkoe happy to be among familiar faces at Shrewsbury Town

January 30, 2026

Supporting image for story: Shifnal Town can finally shake off their New Year hangover

Shifnal Town can finally shake off their New Year hangover

January 28, 2026

Supporting image for story: Aston Villa announce the return of midfielder Douglas Luiz

Aston Villa announce the return of midfielder Douglas Luiz

January 27, 2026

Supporting image for story: Kevin Wilkin on why he will take players' feelings into consideration for AFC Telford United selection at Merthyr Town

Kevin Wilkin on why he will take players' feelings into consideration for AFC Telford United selection at Merthyr Town

January 23, 2026

Supporting image for story: New boss needs to be up to speed in crucial clash for Shawbury United - non-league previews

New boss needs to be up to speed in crucial clash for Shawbury United - non-league previews

January 22, 2026

Supporting image for story: "No limitations" - Adele Nicoll to compete at the Winter Olympics

"No limitations" - Adele Nicoll to compete at the Winter Olympics

January 21, 2026

Supporting image for story: Mike Harris: My first offer to buy Shrewsbury Town was for £10million

Mike Harris: My first offer to buy Shrewsbury Town was for £10million

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town turn down latest offer from The New Saints owner Mike Harris

Shrewsbury Town turn down latest offer from The New Saints owner Mike Harris

January 19, 2026

Supporting image for story: Olympic hero Gail Emms visits Shropshire-based pickleball players

Olympic hero Gail Emms visits Shropshire-based pickleball players

January 16, 2026

Supporting image for story: Non-league sides hope to be back in action after enforced break

Non-league sides hope to be back in action after enforced break

January 14, 2026

Supporting image for story: AFC Telford United fail in their attempts to get FA Trophy tie changed

AFC Telford United fail in their attempts to get FA Trophy tie changed

Supporting image for story: Key Shrewsbury Town man staying until the end of the season

Key Shrewsbury Town man staying until the end of the season

January 13, 2026

Supporting image for story: AFC Telford United star Matty Stenson named league player of the month

AFC Telford United star Matty Stenson named league player of the month

January 12, 2026

Supporting image for story: 'I'm ready for it' - new Shrewsbury Town signing Trey Ogunsuyi on his goals in Shropshire

'I'm ready for it' - new Shrewsbury Town signing Trey Ogunsuyi on his goals in Shropshire

January 8, 2026

Supporting image for story: The New Saints make their first signing of the January window

The New Saints make their first signing of the January window

January 7, 2026

Supporting image for story: Two award nominations for AFC Telford United

Two award nominations for AFC Telford United

December 23, 2025

Supporting image for story: "I know that trust has to be rebuilt through actions, not words" - interim chairman's message to Wolves fans

"I know that trust has to be rebuilt through actions, not words" - interim chairman's message to Wolves fans

December 16, 2025

Supporting image for story: Wolves fans announce plans to continue protests against owners Fosun

Wolves fans announce plans to continue protests against owners Fosun

December 15, 2025

Supporting image for story: Morgan Rogers pinpoints key factors in Villa's rise up the Premier League

Morgan Rogers pinpoints key factors in Villa's rise up the Premier League

Supporting image for story: "We don't panic" - Morgan Rogers on Villa's latest comeback victory

"We don't panic" - Morgan Rogers on Villa's latest comeback victory

December 11, 2025

Supporting image for story: Jeff Shi and Matt Jackson's big interview - the key talking points

Jeff Shi and Matt Jackson's big interview - the key talking points

December 2, 2025

Supporting image for story: Wycherley is the Town hero thanks to late penalty save - non-league round-up

Wycherley is the Town hero thanks to late penalty save - non-league round-up

November 28, 2025

Supporting image for story: "There is no pressure on us": Shifnal Town feeling good for trip to leaders - non-league previews

"There is no pressure on us": Shifnal Town feeling good for trip to leaders - non-league previews

Supporting image for story: Old flame Gareth Ainsworth returns to Shrewsbury Town with his new partner

Old flame Gareth Ainsworth returns to Shrewsbury Town with his new partner

Supporting image for story: Michael Appleton has his say on Shrewsbury Town using AI technology and who has 'final say'

Michael Appleton has his say on Shrewsbury Town using AI technology and who has 'final say'

November 27, 2025

Supporting image for story: Here is why Tom Anderson says 'the best is yet to come' from Shrewsbury Town

Here is why Tom Anderson says 'the best is yet to come' from Shrewsbury Town

November 26, 2025

Supporting image for story: Kabia off the mark amid lack of attacking options - the Shrewsbury debrief

Kabia off the mark amid lack of attacking options - the Shrewsbury debrief

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town boss gives big fitness update on key man

Shrewsbury Town boss gives big fitness update on key man

November 25, 2025

Supporting image for story: Michael Appleton pleased with one vastly-improved area at Shrewsbury Town

Michael Appleton pleased with one vastly-improved area at Shrewsbury Town

November 24, 2025

Supporting image for story: Wolves at home again as Sporting Khalsa draw Birmingham City - Women's FA Cup draw

Wolves at home again as Sporting Khalsa draw Birmingham City - Women's FA Cup draw

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town analysis: Quality does not match Salop's new-found endeavour

Shrewsbury Town analysis: Quality does not match Salop's new-found endeavour

November 23, 2025

Supporting image for story: "It's something we definitely need to address" - Michael Appleton on Shrewsbury Town's away form

"It's something we definitely need to address" - Michael Appleton on Shrewsbury Town's away form

Supporting image for story: Shrewsbury Town player ratings: Four players get a four in defeat at Fleetwood

Shrewsbury Town player ratings: Four players get a four in defeat at Fleetwood

November 22, 2025

Supporting image for story: Derek Bish analysis as Shrewsbury Town slip to defeat at Fleetwood

Derek Bish analysis as Shrewsbury Town slip to defeat at Fleetwood

Supporting image for story: "Didn't do enough" - Michael Appleton's reaction to Shrewsbury Town's defeat at Fleetwood Town

"Didn't do enough" - Michael Appleton's reaction to Shrewsbury Town's defeat at Fleetwood Town

Supporting image for story: Fleetwood Town 3 Shrewsbury Town 1 - match report

Fleetwood Town 3 Shrewsbury Town 1 - match report

Supporting image for story: Fleetwood 3 Shrewsbury 1: As it happened

Fleetwood 3 Shrewsbury 1: As it happened

November 20, 2025

Supporting image for story: Goals galore in two Salop Leisure League games that survive the weather

Goals galore in two Salop Leisure League games that survive the weather

November 19, 2025

Supporting image for story: 'Agreements in principle' confirmed in latest Shrewsbury Town takeover update

'Agreements in principle' confirmed in latest Shrewsbury Town takeover update

November 18, 2025

Supporting image for story: Shropshire rugby starlet living his American dream in Tennessee

Shropshire rugby starlet living his American dream in Tennessee

November 17, 2025

Supporting image for story: AFC Telford United learn FA Trophy opponents

AFC Telford United learn FA Trophy opponents