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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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Real Bedford crash out of the FA Trophy on penalties to Alvechurch

Real Bedford fought back from a goal down to draw 1-1 at Alvechurch in the second round of the FA Trophy on Saturday (15 November), but eventually fell 4-3 on penalties...

Bedford Blues defeat Caldy and Storm Claudia for fifth straight Champ Rugby win

Bedford Blues continued their fine early season form, securing their fifth straight win in Champ Rugby with a battling 20-8 triumph over Caldy on Friday night in brutal conditions...

Bedford Independent extends commitment to local sport with County Cricket Club partnership

The Bedford Independent has extended its commitment to local sport by becoming a Business Plus partner for Bedfordshire County Cricket Club. Supporting the club during its 2026 season...

Looking for days out? There’s more than meets the eye around the buzz of race day at Huntingdon

Just a gallop down the road from Bedford is a hidden gem of sporting action at Huntingdon Races, where alongside the racing are educational and environmental efforts in a bid to help...

Marsh double helps Bedford Town to convincing Buxton win

Tyrone Marsh's 14th and 15th league goals of the season helped Bedford Town to a 3-0 victory over Buxton in National League North on Tuesday night as the Eagles resumed winning ways...

Eagles fall on the wrong side of seven goal Merthyr thriller

Bedford Town's late comeback from 4-1 down was not enough to seal a dramatic draw against high-flying, Merthyr Town at The Eyrie on Saturday as the Welsh side held on for a 4-3 win...

Real Bedford rise to third with victory at basement club Stamford

Real Bedford leapfrogged two clubs up to third in Southern League Premier Central after three quickfire first half goals helped them to a 3-1 away victory at the division's bottom club, Stamford...

Bedford Blues score fourth straight win with scrappy victory over London Scottish

Bedford Blues secured a fourth straight Champ Rugby win on Friday night (7 November) as Mike Rayer's side picked up maximum points with a 26-7 victory over London Scottish...

“I’m proud of these boys every week” says Bircham as Bedford Town fall to high-flying Kidderminster

Bedford Town manager, Lee Bircham praised his players' efforts and for "running through brick walls" after their five game unbeaten run in National League North came to an end on Tuesday night...

Bedford and County athletes win silver at National Cross Country Relay Championships

Ethan Gibbs, Fraser Williams and Oliver Henderson of the Under 15 'A' side were the stand out performers at the National Cross Country Relay Championships, winning silver medals...

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