Runcorn Linnets 2 Trafford 3 By Dave Bettley Trafford come out on top at Murdishaw. Pictures by Neil Thornton. Runcorn Linnets 2 Trafford 3 By Dave Bettley AFTER a record-breaking run to the final qualifying round last season, Runcorn this time exited the FA Cup at the first time of asking. This really was a tough watch, the final scoreline doing Linnets a favour because it was clear from a good way out, it would not be their day. Just as inevitable was the sight of Runcorn's

Runcorn Linnets have signed Callum Leigh from Lancaster City. The 24-year-old midfielder is available for tomorrow's home Emirates FA Cup tie against Trafford. Callum moves to APEC Taxis Stadium after joining NPL Premier Division club Lancaster in the summer and has played at the level for various teams. Immediately prior to his off-season switch to the Giant Axe, he had served Leek Town - making 17 appearances last season. Callum had joined the Staffordshire outfit from Warr

Chairman Peter Cartledge, left, accepts the donation from Harold's daughter Rachel, son Ralph, second right, and son-in-law Robbie. Runcorn Linnets have received a very generous, poignant and welcome contribution towards our new 3G Pitch Fund. £1,100 was handed to the club in memory of long-time supporter Harold Hearn, who passed away in June. The money was from donations received at Harold's funeral and through a Just Giving page launched by his daughter Rachel Matthews. S