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Derby C Win 4–0 to Escape Relegation Zone
Derby C secured a convincing 4–0 victory over Rolls Royce D to climb out of the Division 2 relegation zone. A default on board four set the tone before strong wins from Leonid, David and Shah completed an emphatic team performance.
Late Win Secures Valuable Point for Derby C
Derby C drew 2–2 away at B&L C in a tense relegation battle. A late win from Matt salvaged the match after Derby had twice fallen behind.
Derby C Keep Rolling with Gritty Away Victory
Derby C battled through travel disruption to claim a hard-earned 2½–1½ away win at Belper C. Wins for Shah and Shourya, supported by a solid draw by Leonid on board one, proved decisive in a closely fought match.
First Blood at Last — Derby C Triumph
Derby C earned their first win of the season with a well-deserved 2½–1½ victory over promotion-chasing Clay Cross A. A standout win on board two and three hard-fought draws elsewhere completed a morale-boosting team performance.
Tough Night for Derby C against Rolls Royce
Derby C suffered a ½ - 3½ loss to Rolls Royce C at home.
Plenty of Resistance, Not Enough Reward for Derby C
Derby C fought hard away at Burton & Lichfield B but went down 3–1 despite draws on boards one and four. Losses on the middle boards ultimately swung the match in the home side’s favour.
Derby C Show Fighting Spirit Despite Rating Gap
Derby C faced a strong Belper C side and, despite being significantly out-rated on each board, competed with determination throughout the match. Ultimately, Belper’s experience told in the critical moments, with Derby unable to convert promising positions into results.
Derby C Fall 3–1 to Unbeaten Rolls Royce D
An unbeaten Rolls Royce D side proved too strong as Derby C fell 3–1 despite determined resistance. Carl’s well-constructed win ensured the team avoided a whitewash.
Honours Even as C Team Draw
The C Team gain their first point of the season with a well fought draw against Burton & Lichfield C.
Derby C in Close Battle with Clay Cross A
Newly promoted Derby C played their opening match against one of the toughest opponents in the division. Despite a spirited fight they narrowly lost to Clay Cross A.
C Team Finish Season taking 2nd Place (but beating the Champions!)
In the season finale, the C Team defeat Burton & Lichfield C (the champions) to confirm their second place and promotion.
Promoted C-Team Enjoy Themselves!
The C-team celebrate their promotion with a clean sweep of Rolls Royce E
Hard Battling Keeps C-Team on Promotion Track
The C team pull back their latest match, against Amber Valley, from the brink of defeat to keep their promotion hopes very much alive.
Heading Towards the Play-Offs!
The C win beat Roll Royce F to cement a strong place in the divisional top four play-off.
C-Team in Title Contention with Strong Win
The C team cement their place in the top four of the division, with a wain against Clay Cross B.
Below Strength C Team Victorious at Spondon
The C win away to Spondon to rise to second place in the division.
C-Team Win After “Comedy of Errors” on Top Board
The C team have a fortunate home win over Wirksworth Feathers.