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“The pitch was soaked, it was inevitable” Neil Spiller discusses postponement of lower league matches

Tuffley Rovers club secretary describes his frustration to Louis Writtle regarding the postponement of fixtures in the lower leagues of English football. Spiller discussed the struggles that he faces in particular as club secretary going through the procedures when a game is postponed: “You’ve got to phone managers to confirm postponement, make sure social media’s […]

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Cirencester Town manager John Brough on his aspirations for the 2022/23 season and impact of Cheltenham Town loanees

John Brough is approaching the final months of the 2022/23 season with excitement after his Cirencester Town side have recovered from their poor start. The Coriniums sit in seventh in the Pitching In Southern League Division One Central and are two points off the playoff positions. “We still have got a couple missing in terms […]

Cricket Sports

“Pressure makes diamonds” – Neal Osborn sets his sights on success with the University of Gloucestershire cricket club

University of Gloucestershire men’s cricket captain Neal Osborn has underlined his winning mindset heading into the Varsity and Outdoor British Universities and College Sports (BUCS) games. Osborn has skippered the first team for two summers running and it was recently announced he would be doing so again in 2023. “I don’t invest my time in […]

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“If we turn up, do the right things I think we’ll be very competitive” Alex Sykes looks ahead to Gloucestershire derby against Slimbridge

Cinderford Town manager Alex Sykes believes that his side can be ‘very competitive’ in their derby game tonight at Thornhill Park against Slimbridge. It will certainly be a difficult match with both teams sitting in 16th and 19th, this looks to have more behind it than just a local derby as both teams will be […]

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“To give me the number nine shirt is an honour for me” – Cheltenham Town forward Will Goodwin after debut goal in Salford City win

Cheltenham Town’s newest recruit Will Goodwin opened his account on his debut in a 3-1 win over Salford City to secure his sides spot in the semi-final of the Papa John’s Trophy. The Robins had never reached this far in the competition before but goals from Ryan Broom, Liam Sercombe, and Goodwin ensured Cheltenham are […]

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Defensive solidity key for Hartpury University boss amid Hellenic League title fight

Hartpury University manager Dr Martin Longworth believes their defensive record is the ‘backbone’ to their Hellenic League Division One form after going 18 games unbeaten. Longworth’s side occupy second place in the league, despite a dismal start to the season where they lost three of their first six games. And the boss believes that being […]

Horse Racing Sports

Hopes of trophy collection for Jonjo O’Neill Jnr as stable stars head to Kempton on Saturday

Young jockey Jonjo O’Neill Jnr is hoping for weekend success at Kempton on Saturday as his dad is set to unleash multiple yard favourites. The 24-year-old is the son of famous trainer and former jockey Jonjo O’Neill Snr and is one of his father’s regular riders. The team at Jackdaws Castle in Gloucestershire have three […]