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Baxter commits to Chiefs’ long-term future with new contract

Exeter Chiefs’ director of rugby Rob Baxter has committed to developing a successful Chiefs squad for the future by signing a new contract with the club.

Exeter Rugby Club’s CEO and chairman Tony Rowe CBE said: “Rob has been front and centre of the growth of this club having helped build its foundations as a player. He is an Exeter Chiefs man through and through and has led us through some of our most memorable moments.

“He has also built a new coaching team and a young squad that are already keen and able to compete at the top level. It will be exciting to see where he...

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Club debuts await eight new Exeter Chiefs Women

Eight new players will run out for Exeter Chiefs Women when they travel to Hartpury University Stadium to take on Gloucester-Hartpury on Sunday.

In the first of two pre-season PWR Up Series friendlies for every league club, Chiefs will kick-off at 14:00 against the reigning PWR champions before turning their attention to Bristol Bears at Sandy Park the following Sunday.

Both games offer Chiefs’ coaches a chance to see new, returning and existing squad members in action while international players are away with their home nation teams.

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Exeter Chiefs name side for Ospreys friendly

Exeter Chiefs have named their side to face Welsh URC side, Ospreys, at Sandy Park on Saturday afternoon as the 2024/25 Cup Kit is due to be launched on gameday.

Rob Baxter has named his side for the second weekend of pre-season friendlies ahead of the new Gallagher Premiership season.

Following a double header against London Scottish and Cornish Pirates two weeks ago, it is the turn of the Ospreys to make the trip to Devon to take on Baxter’s side.

A front row of Scott Sio, Dan Frost and Ehren Painter prepare to face their Welsh counterparts in the scrum....

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Chiefs sign Kwenzo Blose

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Posted: Wed, 08/21/2024 - 1:50am

Exeter Chiefs have signed loosehead prop Kwenzo Blose to add depth to the forward pack ahead of the 2024/25 season.

The nimble front rower, who is a former South African Under 20, moves to the Northern Hemisphere from United Rugby Championship side, DHL Stormers.

Settling into Devon following a pre-season spent with Chiefs, Blose is excited to add to the Chiefs shirt and take to the field with his new teammates.

“I’m really excited to join the Chiefs and I’m looking forward to contributing as much as I can to the club’s success.

“A club with huge...

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Chiefs sign Kiwi Tamati Tua

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Posted: Wed, 08/21/2024 - 1:41am

Exeter Chiefs have added powerful centre and former Junior All Black, Tamati Tua to their ranks ahead of the 2024/25 season.

The talented New Zealander makes the switch to the Gallagher Premiership from Australian Super Rugby side, ACT Brumbies for whom he made 31 appearances and scored five tries.

The pacey centre is looking forward to testing himself in a new league alongside new teammates.

“I’ve always wanted to play overseas, and I had heard good things about the club from coaches and boys that had played in the Premiership before.

“I’m excited to...

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Dafydd Jenkins to miss start of new rugby season

Exeter Chiefs and Wales lock Dafydd Jenkins will miss the beginning of the 2024/25 season following surgery on his knee and shoulder.

Director of Rugby, Rob Baxter gave an update on the injuries and the possible recovery period for his first team captain.

“It’s tough and frustrating for Dafydd but he’s had surgery on a knee issue sustained on summer tour with Wales, then he’s had a sore shoulder slash rotator cuff type of injury as well. Both the club and Wales feel now is the right time to have them both addressed.

“For me personally, I think it’s the right...

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Exeter Chiefs announce Sika as new main club partner

Exeter Chiefs are pleased to announce that Sika UK have joined the club as main club partner for the 2024/25 season in a deal which will also see the company become the new front of shirt sponsor.

Sika’s logo will feature on the front of all three men’s matchday kits for the new season. In addition, Sika have become the new principal community partner, supporting the club in its extensive outreach work across the south-west.

Truly looking to cement their connection with the club, Sika will sponsor Welsh international and team captain Dafydd Jenkins for the season....

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Nancy McGillivray, centre, with Claire Tucker and Viki Pakula of Haines Watts Exeter

Rugby star thanks sponsors and supporters as she returns after a year out

Exeter Chiefs Women rugby player Nancy McGillivray has thanked her colleagues and sponsors for their support after a dangerous tackle threatened to end her career.

The promising centre – a feature in the England Red Roses squad at the start of 2023 – was forced to undergo double knee surgery after rupturing ligaments in a match last May.

The offending player incurred a ban, while the move known as a ‘crocodile roll’ was outlawed by World Rugby in May this year. Nancy, meanwhile, has undergone 12 months of surgery and bespoke rehabilitation in her mission to get back to full...

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Right Here for Rugby: Win free tickets to a Gallagher Premiership Rugby game

Gallagher is offering fans the chance to win tickets to Exeter Chiefs vs Newcastle Falcons o n 22nd March as part of its Right Here for Rugby campaign .

The Insurance broker, risk management company and title partner of Gallagher Premiership Rugby has furthered its ongoing commitment to increasing the accessibility of rugby and celebrate the community spirit that lives in the heart of each club.

Right Here for Rugby will see Gallagher Premiership Rugby clubs at the forefront of bringing new audiences to matches.

Gallagher’s initiative will offer rugby fans the...

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Celebrity Chef Michael Caines, with two Exeter Chiefs rugby players holding a £3 million board

Your Exeter Chiefs Foundation needs you!

Rugby club charity launches drive to reach £3m

The Exeter Chiefs Foundation has issued a plea for help in reaching its next milestone.

Since launching in 2011, a dedicated army of generous fans and followers, have helped the charity raise an impressive £2.8m for local organisations.

Now, a fresh drive has been launched to smash the £3m barrier - and the money is needed more than ever.

Celebrity chef and Exeter Chiefs Foundation trustee, Michael Caines, said that in recent months there had been a fall in the amount of cash being collected by the charity while at...

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Exeter Chiefs take part in rugby mental health charity fundraising weekend

Restart Round is returning this December with a round of Gallagher Premiership Rugby fixtures dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the Rugby Players Association’s official charity.

This season, Round Eight of fixtures from 1-3 December 2023 will form Restart Round. Included in this will be Exeter’s away clash against Bath Rugby on 2 December where the charity will feature across gameday activations. Alongside this, each Gallagher Premiership Rugby club will help raise funds by hosting auctions and raffles that fans can get involved in.

Exeter’s Rory O’Loughlin,...

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