Sandy always 'on the lookout' to strengthen but is delighted with his Diamonds recruitment

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy says he is already happy with the squad at his disposal - but admits he will always be 'on the lookout'...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 30

Diamonds boost attacking options with signing of former Poppies forward Mellors-Blair

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have added more attacking flair to their squad ahead of the new Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division season...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 23

Rushden and Diamonds showcase walking football at recent tournament

Earlier this month almost 200 players, officials, and supporters representing clubs from across Northamptonshire, and beyond, competed in AFC...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 20

Seven-up for Sandy as Diamonds land Barwell defender Brown-Hill

Elliot Sandy has landed his seventh new signing since taking over as boss at AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 17

Sandy's squad-building at Diamonds gathers pace as he lands Duffy, Mulligan and Nketa

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Elliot Sandy has added three more new signings as he builds his squad for the upcoming Pitching-In Northern Premier...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 10

New boss Sandy gets to work as he makes first Hayden Road signings

Elliot Sandy has wasted no time in shaping his AFC Rushden & Diamonds squad for the 2025/26 season.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 4

Cobblers academy product retained by new manager at non-league club

Cobblers academy graduate Ethan Johnston will spend another season at AFC Rushden & Diamonds after he was retained by new manager Elliot Sandy.
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Jun 3

Sandy ‘jumped at the chance’ to become boss at AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Elliot Sandy has admitted he 'jumped at the chance' to become the new manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 2

BREAKING; Elliot Sandy is the new boss at AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Elliot Sandy is the new manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH May 30

Cobblers play-off winner leaves role as boss of local outfit

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman has left the club.
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK May 27

Boss Michael Harriman leaves AFC Rushden & Diamonds ‘by mutual consent’

Michael Harriman has left his role as manager of AFC Rushden & Diamonds.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH May 27

Rushden and Diamonds to mark ‘up and down season’ with pay-what-you-want community day this weekend

Rushden and Diamonds are set to host a community day at Hayden Road following the team’s final home game of the season on Saturday, April 26.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Apr 25

Diamonds aim to bounce back and end season on a high as they host Long Eaton

AFC Rushden & Diamonds play their last league game of the season on Saturday when they entertain Long Eaton United at Hayden Road (ko 3pm).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Apr 24

Steelmen desperate to bounce back as they host Diamonds on derby day

Corby Town will be looking to bounce back from their late collapse at Worcester City when they host county rivals AFC Rushden & Diamonds at Steel...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Apr 21

Diamonds boss Harriman looking forward to Easter double header after Anstey stalemate

AFC Rushden & Diamonds picked up a creditable point in a goalless draw at Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division promotion chasers...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Apr 17

'Shackles are off' as Diamonds gear up for testing trip to promotion-chasing Anstey Nomads

AFC Rushden & Diamonds produced a battling performance to beat promotion hopefuls Worcester City at Hayden Road last Saturday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Apr 10

Individual errors the difference as City forced to settle for loss away at Rushden

Individual errors proved the difference, as two defensive mistakes saw Worcester City lose out to Rushden and Diamonds in the Northern Premier...
WORCESTERNEWS.CO.UK Apr 5

LIVE: Worcester City play AFC Rushden and Diamonds as playoff race rages on

Hello and welcome to our live coverage as Worcester City play away against AFC Rushden and Diamonds in a vital game for their playoff...
WORCESTERNEWS.CO.UK Apr 5

Worcester City 'desperately' need a win away at AFC Rushden and Diamonds

Worcester City manager Chris Cornes admitted his side "desperately" needed to secure all three points against AFC Rushden and Diamonds this...
WORCESTERNEWS.CO.UK Apr 3

Harriman left frustrated as Diamonds suffer last-gasp defeat at Wellingborough Town

Boss Michael Harriman spoke of his frustration as AFC Rushden & Diamonds suffered injury-time heartbreak on Saturday in their 1-0 defeat to county...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Apr 3

Iaciofano the last-gasp hero as Doughboys deliver on derby day, while Steelmen thrash Khalsa

Wellingborough Town secured the dramatic derby day bragging rights on Saturday as they saw off AFC Rushden & Diamonds at the Dog & Duck.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 31

Boss Stone expecting a derby day edge as Doughboys get ready to host Diamonds

Boss Jake Stone is expecting plenty of extra spice when his Wellingborough Town team square up to neighbours AFC Rushden & Diamonds in the big...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 27

Diamonds determined to chase down county rivals in big derby showdown

AFC Rushden & Diamonds warmed up for Saturday’s big Northants derby date with Wellingborough Town by playing out a goalless draw with Racing Club...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 27

FOOTBALL - Racing Club Warwick held to goalless draw at AFC Rushden and Diamonds

The Racers hit the post after the break while Max McNulty fired wide from close range at Hayden Road.
LEAMINGTONOBSERVER.CO.UK Mar 24

AFC Rushden and Diamonds to raise money in memory of former player

A collection will be staged at an AFC Rushden and Diamonds match to support Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People in memory of a former...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 13

AFC RUSHDEN & D 1 BEDWORTH UTD 1

DIV 1 MIDLANDS By Paul Judd ■ BEDWORTH started this important relegation battle against Rushden & Diamonds the brighter, taking […] The post AFC...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Mar 8

Diamonds' rise continues, but it's a bad day for Steelmen and Doughboys

AFC Rushden & Diamonds made it five matches unbeaten in the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division as they secured a 1-0 win at...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Mar 3

Harriman pleased as Diamonds fight back to secure Hinckley stalemate

Boss Michael Harriman was pleased with his AFC Rushden & Diamonds side as they made it four matches unbeaten with a hard-fought 2-2 draw with...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 26

Porter 'super proud' as in-form Diamonds deliver third straight victory

Dan Porter declared himself 'super proud' of the AFC Rushden & Diamonds players after they secured a superb 2-1 victory at play-off chasing...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 17

Porter wary of Sporting Khalsa backlash as Diamonds target third straight win

Assistant boss Dan Porter is warning AFC Rushden & Diamonds they can expect a backlash from Sporting Khalsa when they make the trip to the west...
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Feb 13

Skipper Wilson’s return crucial for Diamonds as they look to build on victory

AFC Rushden & Diamonds returned to winning ways at the weekend with a dramatic late victory at Coventry Sphinx in the Pitching-In Northern Premier...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 7

Harriman relief as Diamonds deliver last-gasp victory at Coventry Sphinx

Boss Michael Harriman admitted he was a relieved man after AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed a first win in 11 matches on Saturday - but they left it...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Feb 3

Boss Harriman left frustrated as wasteful Diamonds suffer Coventry Sphinx setback

Michael Harriman was left to rue AFC Rushden & Diamonds' wasteful finishing as they slumped to a 2-1 defeat against Coventry Sphinx at Hayden Road...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 22

Members News: Ex Sky Blues Midfielder Is 41 Today. ‘Happy Birthday’, David!!

Back in June 2021 we announced that we had recruited former Sky Blue right sided midfielder David Bell to the ranks of the Association. Northants...
CCFPA.CO.UK Jan 21

Shocking start ensures struggling Diamonds are downed at Sutton Coldfield

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman was left to rue a shocking start to the game from his players as they were beaten 2-1 at Sutton...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 20

Taylor at the double as Diamonds survive late scare to see off Bugbrooke

AFC Rushden & Diamonds survived a scare as they beat Bugbrooke St Michael's 3-1 to progress into the semi-finals of the NFA Hillier Senior Cup on...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 15

Tamworth manager quits support worker job to become full-time boss days before Tottenham FA Cup clash

TAMWORTH have invested a chunk of their FA Cup cash windfall to secure Andy Peaks as their full-time boss. The 54-year-old has been rewarded for...
THE SUN Jan 9

Diamonds boost squad by landing attacking full-back David Adegbola from St Ives

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have boosted their squad with the signing of attacking full-back David Adegbola.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 8

Tamworth boss reveals BEER is the secret weapon behind incredible FA Cup run as The Lambs eye Tottenham scalp

ANDY PEAKS will never forget his first match in charge of Tamworth. Instead of battling for points in a relegation dogfight, he was sinking PINTS...
THE SUN Jan 7

My dad’s a Double-winning Arsenal cult hero and I’m ready to do him proud by dumping bitter rivals Spurs out of FA Cup

CHRIS WREH has more reasons than most to dump Tottenham out of the FA Cup. Spurs travel to fifth tier side Tamworth on Sunday in the third...
THE SUN Jan 7

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AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman was pleased to see his side 'stop the rot' with a 1-1 draw at Lougborough Students on New Year's Day.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 2

Boss Harriman satisfied as Diamonds ‘stop the rot’ at Loughborough

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman was pleased to see his side 'stop the rot' with a 1-1 draw at Lougborough Students on New Year's Day.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jan 2

Steelmen on the up after derby success, while Doughboys deliver Boxing Day treat

Corby Town are back up to second in the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division after they enjoyed Boxing Day derby delight at county...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 27, 2024

Unhappy Harriman says Diamonds got what they deserved in Lye defeat

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman said his team got exactly what they deserved in their 2-1 defeat at relegation-threatened Lye Town on...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 22, 2024

Loan Watch: Saturday, 21st December 2024

There are a handful of Saddlers currently out on loan, with players from the academy and first-team looking to impress and potentially force their...
BESCOTBANTER Dec 22, 2024

Diamonds gear up for Darlaston as they aim to get back to winning ways

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds look to get back to winning ways on Saturday when they entertain Darlaston Town at Hayden Road (ko 3pm).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 13, 2024

Diamonds out to end winless run and get back on track

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds will look to end a three-match winless run when they travel to rock-bottom Grantham Town on Saturday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Dec 5, 2024

'Polar Opposites' says Mace as City return to winning ways

Adam Mace has called his sides dominant performance over AFC Rushden and Diamonds a 'polar opposite' to their loss, by the same score line, last...
WORCESTERNEWS.CO.UK Nov 30, 2024

City dominant in 3-0 triumph over AFC Rushden and Diamonds

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DROITWICHADVERTISER.CO.UK Nov 30, 2024

LIVE: Worcester City play at home to AFC Rushden and Diamonds

Worcester City FC are looking for a bounce-back win against AFC Rushden and Diamonds. The side have enjoyed a fantastic month, winning all but one...
DROITWICHADVERTISER.CO.UK Nov 30, 2024

Diamonds go to high-flyers Worcester, Doughboys entertain basement boys

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds felt it was a case of two points dropped in Saturday's derby against county rivals Wellingborough Town at a wet and windy...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 28, 2024

Cornes and Mace confident of bounce-back performance against AFC Rushden and Diamonds

Worcester City FC 'look forward to the challenge' of a tough game this weekend against AFC Rushden and Diamonds.
DROITWICHADVERTISER.CO.UK Nov 27, 2024

33 feelgood photos from the 2003 Hartlepool United promotion party against Scunthorpe United, Rochdale, Shrewsbury Town and Rushden and Diamonds

The Mail has a real treat for you Poolies out there today.
HARTLEPOOLMAIL.CO.UK Nov 23, 2024

Boss Harriman confident Rushden can bounce back against Doughboys

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds have a mouthwatering local derby to look forward to on Saturday with the visit of local rivals Wellingborough Town to...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 21, 2024

Harriman urges in-form Diamonds to maintain levels as they head to Racing Club Warwick

Michael Harriman is warning his in-form AFC Rushden & Diamonds players they can’t afford to drop their levels as they prepare for a tricky-looking...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 15, 2024

In-form Diamonds on the up as Coleshill are swept aside at Hayden Road

AFC Rushden & Diamonds moved to within two points of the promotion play-off places with a hard-fought 3-1 win over Coleshill Town on Saturday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Nov 11, 2024

DIAMONDS SHINE AGAIN

DIV 1 MIDLANDS AFC RUSHDEN & D 3 COLESHILL TOWN 1 By Paul Judd AFC RUSHDEN & Diamonds earned an […] The post DIAMONDS SHINE AGAIN appeared first on...
THENONLEAGUEFOOTBALLPAPER.COM Nov 9, 2024

Diamonds boss Harriman taking the positives from heartbreaking Quorn loss

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman is focusing on the positives despite his side suffering last-gasp heartbreak in Saturday's 2-1 defeat...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 14, 2024

Diamonds boss Harriman relishing test against title-chasing Quorn

​In-form AFC Rushden & Diamonds head to title-chasing Quorn on Saturday for what promises to be one of their toughest tests to date.
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Oct 11, 2024

Boss Harriman happy that Diamonds are heading in the right direction

​Michael Harriman believes AFC Rushden & Diamonds are 'evolving and improving' every week.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Oct 4, 2024

Matchday Memories: On This Day 2002 – Macca’s Men Roast Rushden (‘Sheffers’ Scores Three Of Sky Blues’ Eight)!!

On this day (2nd October) in 2002 the Sky Blues (now in Division One), managed by former player Gary McAllister, took on lower league team Rushden...
CCFPA.CO.UK Oct 2, 2024

Harriman praises Diamonds' fighting spirit as Green leaves it late to rescue point

Michael Harriman was delighted AFC Rushden & Diamonds' fighting spirit as they rescued a point with a late, late goal in their Pitching-In Nothern...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Sep 30, 2024

Five-star AFC Rushden & Diamonds sink Grantham to move into the top six

AFC Rushden & Diamonds hit the top six in the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division with a thumping 5-1 win over 10-man Grantham at...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Sep 25, 2024

Defender Dallas the goal star as Diamonds bounce back to winning ways

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman was delighted with his side's performance in their 2-1 Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Sep 23, 2024

Harriman says Diamonds have to learn from last-gasp heartbreak at Long Eaton

Michael Harriman was left deflated after AFC Rushden & Diamonds conceded twice in the dying monents to suffer a last-gasp 2-1 defeat at Long Eaton...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Sep 19, 2024

Diamonds dumped out of FA Trophy as second-half collapse proves costly at Kidsgrove

Michael Harriman was left disappointed as AFC Rushden & Diamonds bowed out of the FA Trophy with a 3-1 defeat at Kidsgrove Athletic on Saturday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Sep 9, 2024

Mixed emotions for Harriman as Diamonds dominate but draw blank at Dynamo

Michael Harriman was left frustrated as AFC Rushden & Diamonds failed to claim all three points by drawing a blank in a 0-0 draw at Shepshed Dynamo...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Sep 2, 2024

Big confidence boost for the five-goal AFC Rushden & Diamonds

Michael Harriman was delighted to see his AFC Rushden and Diamonds side get a much-needed confidence boost on Bank Holiday Monday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 27, 2024

Boss Harriman admits Diamonds have to ‘go back to basics' after Anstey beating

Boss Michael Harriman admits AFC Rushden & Diamonds have to 'get back to basics' after they suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat at the hands of Anstey...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 21, 2024

Diamonds 'didn't show enough fight' during disappointing FA Cup exit

Michael Harriman admits his AFC Rushden & Diamonds players 'didn't show enough fight' in their FA Cup exit at Newark & Sherwood on Saturday.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 18, 2024

Harriman hails Diamonds’ adaptability following victory against Lye

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman hailed his side for showing their flexibility in the 1-0 success against Lye Town last weekend.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 12, 2024

Boss Harriman believes new season is starting at 'the best time' for Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman believes the start of the Pitching-In Northern Premier League Midlands Division season has 'come at...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 8, 2024

It's delight for boss Harriman as Diamonds claim first win in FA Cup for six years

Michael Harriman was a very happy man after AFC Rushden & Diamonds claimed a first FA Cup win for six years on Tuesday night.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 7, 2024

Setchell left to rue spot-kicks shocker as Steelmen bow out of the FA Cup to Diamonds

Corby Town boss Gary Setchell was left to rue his side's profligacy from the penalty spot as they suffered a heartbreaking FA Cup defeat at county...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 7, 2024

Last-gasp Edwards rescues Steelmen as Diamonds are denied FA Cup glory

Spencer Edwards netted a dramatic last-gasp leveller to rescue Corby Town in their big FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round clash with AFC Rushden &...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 5, 2024

Retro supporter picture special of FA Cup runs by Corby, Kettering and Rushden & Diamonds football clubs

The 2024-25 Emirates FA Cup began yesterday, with over 200 Extra Preliminary Round ties across the country this weekend, hoping they stay in the...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 4, 2024

Every club entering the 2024/25 Adobe Women’s FA Cup

From the National League all the way down to Tier 7, here’s all 514 team entering the 2024/25 Adobe Women's FA Cup. Abbey Rangers LFCAbingdon...
FOOTBALLINBRACKNELL.CO.UK Aug 3, 2024

Setchell says Steelmen are ready for big derby date with Diamonds

Gary Setchell says his Corby Town team are more than ready for the start of the competitive season on Saturday and the little matter of an FA Cup...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 1, 2024

Rushden & ​Diamonds boss Harriman is happy with pre-season momentum

AFC Rushden & Diamonds' competitive season gets underway on Saturday with an FA Cup Extra Preliminary Round tie at local rivals Corby Town (ko 3pm).
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Aug 1, 2024

Step 5 striker steps up for AFC Rushden & Diamonds

AFC Rushden & Diamonds have confirmed the arrival of frontman Jamal Adams from MFL Premier Division side Studley FC.
NORTHERN PREMIER LEAGUE Jul 24, 2024

Every club entering the 2024/25 Emirates FA Cup

From the Premier League all the way down to Step 5, here's all 745 of the clubs entering the 2024/25 Emirates FA Cup 1874 Northwich FCAbbey Hey...
FOOTBALLINBRACKNELL.CO.UK Jul 5, 2024

Boss ​Harriman happy as Diamonds prepare for pre-season opener at Hitchin

​AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ preparations for the new season are underway after the players returned to pre-season training earlier this week.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jul 4, 2024

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​AFC Rushden & Diamonds’ preparations for the new season are underway after the players returned to pre-season training earlier this week.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jul 4, 2024

Harriman happy as star men stay with Diamonds and new players sign on

It has been a busy week for AFC Rushden & Diamonds boss Michael Harriman as he pieces together his squad ahead of the new Pitching-in Northern...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH Jun 27, 2024

Walking football showcased at Diamonds tournament

On the 19th of May over 100 players, officials, and supporters representing clubs from across Northamptonshire, and beyond, competed in AFC Rushden...
NORTHAMPTONCHRON.CO.UK Jun 6, 2024

MK Dons XI to take on Rushden and Diamonds in pre-season

An MK Dons XI will face Northern Premier League Midlands Division side AFC Rushden and Diamonds in a pre-season friendly.
MILTON KEYNES DONS OFFICIAL SITE May 30, 2024

Diamonds delight as they are handed relegation reprieve by Football Association

AFC Rushden & Diamonds will be playing Step 4 football next season, after it was confirmed by the Football Association that they have avoided...
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH May 20, 2024

AFC Rushden & Diamonds' Wellingborough move is OFF - club to stay at Hayden Road

AFC Rushden & Diamonds' move to the Dog & Duck in Wellingborough is OFF.
NORTHANTS TELEGRAPH May 10, 2024
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