With it being the FA Cup this weekend, it is that time of year where we have a look to see how the Gloucestershire sides have faired in the 152-year-old competition. Cheltenham Town We begin with the highest-ranked league side in the county, Cheltenham Town. The Robins’ best-ever FA Cup run came in the 2001/02 […]
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“Its got to be a fresh start on Saturday”: Brimscombe and Thrupp manager Sam Prior after defeat to Royal Wootton Bassett Town midweek
Brimscombe and Thrupp manager Sam Prior was left disappointed with his sides “below par performance” in their 3-1 loss against Royal Wootton Bassett Town in the Hellenic League Premier Division. Despite a late consolation from Liam Harper, a brace from Alfie Presley and another from Sam Packer was enough for the visitors to seal the […]
OPINION: Why supporter groups are important for football teams around the country
Football without fans is nothing. A statement that runs round the terraces throughout the country. With some clubs having a massive following around the UK and some having very little. In this article I will dive into different supporter groups around the UK and how they show their support in a positive and negative way. […]
Bishop’s Cleeve and University of Gloucestershire goalkeeper addresses his sides disciplinary issues
University of Gloucestershire first team goalkeeper Oscar Bignell said “we had a few disciplinary issues which we addressed” after playing large parts of Bucs league game against Plymouth with 9 men. Bignell’s side lost 4-0 in Aldi Men’s Western Tier Three League game on Tuesday, with Patrick Bilongo and Rory Hunt spending time on the […]
‘It is a personal goal to qualify for an Olympics one day’ says German national team fencer Laura Wetzker
Laura Wetzker is a female épée fencer currently studying in Germany and competing for the German national team and Bayer Leverkusen. The young athlete is coming off winning to two gold medals at German national tournaments, and gave an insight on her disciple and goals for the future. After winning two gold medals in the […]
University cricket club hoping to create Movember Mo-ments this month
This Tuesday saw the start of Movember with plenty of fundraisers being held across the country to raise money and awareness for various causes. Men’s health is the primary focus and the University of Gloucestershire Cricket Club have started their own Movember campaign. The club will be updating the world on their journey on Instagram […]
University of Gloucestershire No. 8, Dan Page reflects on his side’s defeat against Hartpury University
“I’d do anything for these boys” said University of Gloucestershire number 8, Dan Page even after his team were thrashed by local rivals Hartpury. The Gloucestershire University rugby team were beaten 55-0 by a well drilled Hartpury side at Plock Court on Wednesday. First year student Page, who attended and captained Pembroke College, played a […]
“We could do without a replay, the fixture list is brutal at this level and we have enough to win the game in 90 minutes” – David Horseman ahead of Scarborough Athletic vs Forest Green Rovers in the FA Cup First Round
Forest Green Rovers make the long journey to the north-east of England for their first round tie in the FA Cup against Scarborough Athletic. The Rovers are on the back of three wins out of their last four in all competitions, having beaten Walsall in the Papa John’s Trophy and then league wins against Colchester […]
ParkLifeSport LIVE Blog: Darrell Clarke On Tom Pett and Gloucestershire Cricketers At The World Cup
Welcome to today’s ParkLiveSport LIVE Blog, it’s Friday November 3, and we have lots of exclusive Gloucestershire based news story, as well the latest ahead of Forest Green’s trip to Scarborough, and Cheltenham Town’s visit to AFC Wimbledon in the FA Cup first round. Also on the agenda will be the latest from the Manchester […]
Local trainer Kim Bailey targeting success at Cheltenham’s October meeting to continue his fine start to the season
It has been a terrific start to the season for team from Thorndale Farm and trainer Kim Bailey sends a couple of interesting runners to Prestbury Park tomorrow. Bailey was in good spirits as he said: “I’m very pleased with how the season has begun, I don’t really do Summer racing, so it’s nice to […]










