Whittington Park Youth FC was only started nine months ago, but Jono Humphris and Steven Philpott-Petrou thought they needed a change from their previous club. “After starting to coach at another local club we realised we weren’t getting or giving the best opportunity we could offer for the kids involved and with little impact on […]
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Former West Brom and Cheltenham Town player Abby Bevan claims the “difficult” environment in Women’s football has helped her game
Former West Brom and Cheltenham player Abby Bevan claims “it’s hard” with different factors within women’s football; however, some factors have helped her in her career. “It’s hard because you’re in the league now where we have to travel far, if I finish work late, I will travel and train for two hours to then […]
From wing walking to rallying: How 72-year-old Hills Ford Stages ambassador Sandra Price still lives life in the Fastlane
“It was a wonderful day; I certainly didn’t need a facelift!” Sandra Price laughs as she recalls her wing-walking experience. “There were people stopping on the roads around the area, getting out of their cars and having a look. I was just waving to them and the more I waved the more the pilot did […]
“I wish I could have stayed at Cheltenham for a few more seasons” says ex-Cheltenham Town player Ian Howell as he reflects on his career
“Some amazing memories along the way,” says Ian Howell as the ex-Cheltenham and Gloucester City player looks back on his playing days. Since his early childhood in Swindon, Howell has always been passionate about football and started his career for the Swindon Town’s Centre of Excellence and Youth Teams (COE). “I started playing at Swindon […]
Swindon Town boss Ian Holloway slams the defensive structure of his side
Swindon Town manager Ian Holloway has criticised the defensive structure of his team and claimed it’s “not good enough”. The Robins have conceded 25 goals in League Two this season which is amongst the highest in the division. The former Crystal Palace boss made his opinion on the situation clear ahead of the tie against […]
OPINION – Travis Hunter CAN NOT play both WR and CB in the NFL
Colorado Buffaloes‘ Travis Hunter intends to play both corner back and wide receiver at the next level but how realistic actually is this? Heisman chasing Hunter has taken college football by storm with his ability to be the best player on the field on both sides of the ball, but he should pick a position […]
Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club secretary Andy Todd discusses the importance of bowls to the community
Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club secretary Andy Todd discussed the ‘worrying’ impact of Coronavirus three years ago, alongside his thoughts on the social aspect of the sport and the club itself. Having taken charge of his job in 2019, Todd has experienced many highs and lows throughout his five year tenure. During the COVID-19 pandemic which […]
Gloucester’s international call ups… How are they getting on?
Gloucester have had a wide range of players called up for international duty and featuring in the Autumn Nations Series. How have they been getting on? Gareth Anscombe Embed from Getty Images Gareth Anscombe has started in both of Wales’ games this Autumn in defeats against Fiji and Australia. The fly half has been a […]
Swindon Town manager Ian Holloway wants to give the fans ‘something to cheer about’ ahead of Morecambe clash
Swindon Town manager Ian Holloway has expressed his desire to give the supporters ‘something to cheer about’ ahead of the Robins’ tie against Morecambe. The Shrimps find themselves rock bottom of League Two and haven’t won in the division since early November which was a 2-1 victory over Harrogate Town. Holloway’s aim is to drag […]
Bristol City U21’s continue their busy week against stern opposition
Bristol City under-21’s take on Bromley tonight in the Premier League Cup looking to build on a positive performance on Monday. The young Robins return to cup action as they make the trip to south-east London to take on the EFL new comers, who currently sit third in their group, only one place behind City. […]










