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Tom Carr

Tom Carr is the Bedford Independent's Sport Editor, covering all sport in the Borough.

Tom has been front and centre of sport in the town since 2016, writing for various publications before joining the Bedford Independent team, primarily as the Bedford Blues reporter in August 2019.

Tom later stepped into the new role of Sport Editor in 2022, and has since written about a wide variety of sports across Bedford Borough, incorporating professional, semi-pro and grassroots sport.

As the Sport Editor of the Bedford Independent, Tom leads the title’s sporting coverage, with relationships across clubs, community groups and individuals who have gone on to make the professional game.

Born in Bedford, Tom has lived in the town all his life and has been part of multiple community clubs over the years, including Bedford Cricket Club, Bedford Park Rangers, and Riverside Tennis Club, among others.

He is also a qualified football referee and cricket umpire.

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Bedford children’s nurse wins charity award – with a very special guest in tow…

In the company of A-list pop stars and even royalty, a surprise was in store for one of Bedford's paediatric nurses, who scooped a coveted prize at the WELLChild Awards in London...

Odedra century sets up another big win for high-flying Bedford Cricket Club

Shiv Odedra's maiden century helped Bedford Cricket Club to their fourth straight victory as Thomas Kelk's side peak at the right time in Northamptonshire...

Southern League fixtures released as The Eagles aim for promotion

Bedford Town and Kempston Rovers both face tough away trips on the opening day of the Southern League season, as the Eagles pin their hopes on promotion...

Bedford Town hold their own against Luton Town as pre-season steps up a gear

Bedford Town have suffered at the hands of Championship opposition in the past week, but with new signings getting on board, the Eagles are soaring towards the new season...

Bedford Blues sign forward reinforcements as squad for new season takes shape

Mike Rayer's Bedford Blues side have made significant strides in strengthening their forward line, following a string of retirements at the end of last season...

Bedford students shine at the English Schools Athletics Championships

Bedford students from across a multitude of Bedford schools and academies took part in the English Schools Athletics Championships at the weekend, with many punching above their weight to achieve success...

Huge Bedford total sets up thrashing in Northamptonshire Cricket League

Bedford's batsmen were able to cash in on Saturday afternoon on their way to thrashing Irthlingborough Town, but still remain adrift of local rivals Kempston Hammers...

Local football sides learn fate as clubs dream of FA Cup run

729 teams have entered the world's oldest football knockout tournament, with local teams once again dreaming of a big-name tie against one of the big clubs...

Bedford wheelchair racer wins national medals on historic day for Bedford Athletics Club

Bedford and County Athletics Club’s Varun Bandi competed in the National Junior Wheelchair Racing Championships at Coventry on Saturday 3rd July., winning three medals on a historic weekend for the club...

Bedford Under 13 cricketers reach regional finals with county cup victory

The Under 13's at Bedford Cricket Club have a rich history, with the 2017 side reaching the last 4 nationally, and the current crop are on their way to emulating them...

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