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UOG Men’s Rugby comeback in nail-biting contest with Bournemouth University
The UOG Men’s team had a fierce comeback away to defeat Bournemouth 22-19 for their second consecutive win of the season on Wednesday. The long trip to the south coast followed a big 39-19 win for Glos against Plymouth Marjon University the previous week. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Uni of Glos […]
‘Awful news, but hardly surprising’ – Andy Blair on Sheffield Wednesday entering administration
Former Sheffield Wednesday player Andy Blair says “the demise of the whole club is nothing short of tragic,” following the announcement that The Owls have entered administration. Andy Blair featured for Sheffield Wednesday across a two year spell between 1984-1986 where the club became a staple in the English First Division (now known as the […]
“It’s a new venture”: Paul Collicutt looks ahead to Bishop Cleeve’s FA Trophy R1 Proper match against Farnham Town
Bishops Cleeve manager Paul Collicutt has insisted it’s “business as usual” ahead of their historic first round FA Trophy match against Farnham Town. Cleeve defeated Sholing 2-1 in the third round of qualifying and have now reached the first round proper for the first time in their history. Farnham, at step three of non-league, represent […]
“Has it grown? Yes, definitely.” – Padel grows in popularity in Gloucestershire
Padel has seen a recent rise in popularity over the last few years, with multiple clubs now open across the county. It’s a racket sport, typically played in doubles in an enclosed court slightly smaller than a tennis court. The sport has seen a rise in interest due it’s accessibility across all skill levels, offering […]
Race report Live: Take a look back on all the action at Cheltenham
The first jump meeting of the season at Cheltenham is underway. And you can have a look at all the results here at Park Life Sport 1:15 William Hill Each Way Extra Handicap Hurdle 1: 8. French Ship 6/1 2: 7. Navajo Indy 9/4 3: 4. Bowensonfire 9/2 Nicky Henderson’s East India Express fell who […]
OPINION: Why the Cheltenham Festival should be moved a day later
A concept has been introduced by The Jockey Club with talks about moving the Cheltenham Festival a day forward, meaning that Gold Cup day will fall on a Saturday instead of the usual Friday and the Champion’s hurdle will move to Wednesday instead of Tuesday. Although there have been no official meetings between stakeholders of […]
Kayte Lane to Ashton Gate – Former Bristol City forward Kai Churchley’s unique rise from non-league
Not everyone can say they have gone from playing casually with their mates to being snapped up by a Championship club just months later, well, if your name is Kai Churchley… you can. “I started off with Bishops Cleeve, a nice local club, where I stayed until I was 16. Then I went and played […]
Cheltenham Town loanee Issac Hutchinson shares his thoughts ahead of Walsall game
Former Walsall player and now Cheltenham Town loanee Issac Hutchinson is set to face old team Walsall this weekend for his eighth game with the club. “I’m trying to put myself in good positions, shoot and create as well and hopefully the goals and stuff come off the back of that.” He said in an […]
Hartpury RFC coach Mark Cornwell on Chinnor, Worcester Warriors win, and challenging league schedule
Hartpury head coach Mark Cornwell says Chinnor will be a “tough challenge” as the Championship side look to get back to winning ways. The Gloucestershire side lost to Bedford 38-30 last weekend, after two successive wins over Cornish Pirates and Worcester Warriors. Cornwell said on this Saturday’s fixture, “Chinnor’s a different challenge completely to Bedford; […]
Preview – Gallagher Prem Round 5
We dive into round 5 of England’s Gallagher Prem today, with top two sides Northampton Saints and Saracens facing off tonight before the action pauses for the Autumn Internationals. Northampton Saints v Saracens, Friday 19:45 Just two points separate first and second place in the current standings, with all to play for at cinch Stadium […]