News, Sport, and Entertainment from the University of Gloucestershire
Bishop’s Cleeve Development manager Alex Cheal believes his side are capable of competing in Hellenic Division One, despite narrowly missing out on promotion in the play-offs. Cleeve were defeated 2-0 by Swindon Supermarine Development in one of the Hellenic Division Two semi-finals, missing out on promotion to Step Six. It was a game in which […]
Hello and welcome to today’s Park Life Sport live blog! It’s a bright and sunny day here in Cheltenham and we’ve got plenty of content coming your way, including reaction from Bristol City’s play-off loss to Sheffield United, the updates from last night’s University of Gloucestershire Darts World Championship knock-outs, and a reflection on Rachael […]
This morning, the FA announced a ‘new era’ in women’s football, with a complete makeover for the top two divisions in English women’s football. Alongside a new logo for each division, the second tier has been renamed from the Barclays Women’s Championship, becoming the Barclays Women’s Super League 2, with the leagues headed up by […]
UoG Graphic Design student Amy Barker is walking 100 miles in May to raise money for the charity Breast Cancer Now. Barker chose to do this challenge following some personal events which affected her dearly. “I’m doing this for my mum, who was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago. She went through seven months […]
The pair took back their title in the event after previously winning in 2023, placing fourth in the dressage, and cruising to fourth after the cross country. The placings were tight, and stakes were high for the pair who were hot on the hooves of fellow Olympic teammate, Oliver Townend. Townend who secured the title […]
Sheffield United secured a crucial 3-0 victory over Bristol City in the first leg of the Championship play-off semi-finals, but a controversial decision played a key role in the match. Despite the debate, manager Chris Wilder believes the penalty was the correct call. “I don’t think he made an attempt to play the ball. He just […]
Sutton Coldfield Town Women have appointed former West Brom Women’s manager Harry Roe as their new head coach, with Roe expressing excitement as he looks forward to his time at the club. “I was approached by James a few weeks ago and it’s a club that I always thought I could go out and finish […]
Dafydd Williams’ appointment as Gloucester City AFC’s First Team Manager marks a new chapter in the club’s history. At just 32 years old, the Welshman brings a blend of youthful energy as well as coaching experience in both the Football League and non-league system. Williams is no stranger to the TigerTurf Stadium as he previously […]
The Gloucester Rugby head coach, George Skivington admits he was left “scratching his head” just five minutes into the game after his side lost 38-19 to Harlequins at the Allianz Stadium. “I don’t think we showed up today if I’m honest. A disappointing evening in the capital. 🃏 38 – 19 🍒 | #HARvGLO pic.twitter.com/Zbd5SsKLg8 […]
My journey as a sports journalist so far has been both intriguing and fun, but last Wednesday marked the best day on the job yet. I had the incredible opportunity to sit in the press box for the Paris Saint-Germain vs. Arsenal Champions League semi-final – a surreal moment for me, especially as a lifelong […]