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All Blacks and Crusaders centre McLeod signs for Chiefs

Exeter Chiefs have signed All Blacks and Crusaders centre Dallas McLeod on a three-year deal from the 2026/27 season.

McLeod has more than 50 appearances for the Crusaders but will make the switch to the Gallagher PREM at the end of 2026.

McLeod said: “I’m really excited for the opportunity to come and play for the Exeter Chiefs.

“I’ve always followed rugby in the northern hemisphere, particularly the PREM, and I really admire the way Exeter play the game.

“I cannot wait to meet all my new teammates, the coaches and the fans at Sandy Park. I’m looking...

Wilson trades the StoneX for Sandy Park

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/13/2026 - 12:43pm

Exeter Chiefs have signed Saracens second-rower Harry Wilson on a two-year deal from the 2026/27 season.

The Gloucester-born forward, who can play across the back five of the scrum, joins Chiefs after two seasons and 27 appearances for old rivals, Saracens.

Wilson said: “When I spoke to Rob about joining Chiefs, the first thing that stood out for me was the physical nature of how he wanted the team to play. I really wated to add to and be a part of that.

“It seems that this is a tightly bonded squad and one that wants to bring silverware back to Sandy Park. I’d...

Slade sticks to Devon roots with new contract

Exeter Chiefs and England centre Henry Slade has committed his future to staying in Devon, signing a new contract with the club.

The 74-cap England international this season celebrated scoring his 1,000th Chiefs point against Gloucester Rugby in round five of the Gallagher PREM. A Chief since 2011, Slade has racked up 259 appearances in all competitions.

Slade said: “It was an easy decision to make to re-sign. To be able to run out at Sandy Park and continue to call this place home for a few more years is brilliant. I feel very privileged and lucky to have played so many...

Butt to make the move from The Rec to Sandy Park

Exeter Chiefs have signed Bath Rugby centre Will Butt on a three-year deal from the 2026/27 season.

The 26-year-old has made 69 senior appearances for Bath since joining their academy at 14. Primarily those appearances have been in the centre, though Butt possesses the ability to adapt to playing on the wing.

Butt said: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining Chiefs next season. They’re a team that have achieved a huge amount in the last 10 years and look to be building something special once again.

“I’m looking forward to being a part of the group and...

Townson joins Chiefs coaching staff

Glen Townson has joined Exeter Chiefs as the men’s assistant forwards coach.

Formerly the academy transition coach with Bristol Bears, the former lock forward makes the move to Chiefs having been in his transition role with Bears since September 2022.

Townson said: “It has been a real ambition of mine to be a Gallagher PREM coach, and to get the chance to do it at the Chiefs, one of the most successful clubs in the last decade, a club with rich history, was an opportunity I had to take.

“I’m hoping to add experience to a strong coaching group and build on the...

Italian international Varney settles in Devon with new contract

Exeter Chiefs and Italian international scrum-half Stephen Varney has signed a new contract with the club, kicking off an exciting start to the second half of Chiefs’ 2025/26 campaign.

Now an integral part of the game plan for both club and country, Varney has enjoyed an impressive start to his Chiefs career playing in eight out of 13 games so far this season.

Varney said: “I’m delighted to be re-signing with Chiefs. Although I’ve only been here for this season, it’s been a place I’ve really enjoyed from day one.

“The group of players, the staff, and the...

Exeter Chiefs Women launch first-ever Exposed charity calendar to celebrate body positivity

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 12/11/2025 - 12:56pm

Exeter Chiefs Women have launched their first-ever Exposed calendar as a bold and empowering project to celebrate the strength, confidence and positivity of female athletes and to raise money for two important causes.

The calendar, available from 11 December 2025, has been driven by the players, who wanted to mirror the success of the long-running men’s Exposed calendar while championing their own message of body positivity. It is the first of its kind in the PWR.

Following a landmark year for women’s rugby and women’s sport, the Chiefs Women’s Exposed calendar shines a...

How Exeter Chiefs Became a Model for Community-Driven Rugby

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 12/10/2025 - 1:13am

Exeter Chiefs have come to represent more than a successful rugby club. They have become an example of how a professional side can grow with its community, draw strength from its roots, and maintain a sense of identity in a sport that often evolves faster than supporters can follow. Their rise has been steady rather than explosive, built on planning, loyalty, and a culture that values long-term progress over short-term noise. This foundation has helped the club stay connected to the city that carries its name.

Supporters speak of Sandy Park as a place that feels alive on...

KTA Architects unveil vision for Exeter Chiefs stadium expansion

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/25/2025 - 8:24pm

Exciting developments are underway at Exeter Chiefs Stadium, with local architecture practice KTA Architects leading the design of its next phase of improvements.

Managing Director Ajay Sharma recently discussed the project on The Konkering Pod, a South West based podcast that spotlights local business leaders, founders, and entrepreneurs.

Sharma explained that while the current upgrades to Sand Park are significant, they represents just the beginning of a much larger vision for the stadium’s future.

“There’s so much more to come”, he noted, hinting at ambitious...

Duguid joins the Chiefs Women’s ranks

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/30/2025 - 5:00pm

Abby Duguid has signed a contract to join Exeter Chiefs Women.

The Canadian international arrived just in time to watch her new team beat Trailfinders Women in the first round of the new PWR season.

Formerly of Loughborough Lighting, Duguid has plenty of PWR experience at both lock and in the back row.

Exeter Chiefs Women’s Steve Salvin said: “With Edel’s (McMahon) unfortunate injury ruling her out for the season, we needed to bring someone in of international class to maintain our squad depth.

“Abby is an outstanding back-five player with significant...

DCW Extends Chiefs Partnership On and Off the Pitch

Recycling rates at Sandy Park soared at the start of the 24/25 season whilst they saw a 25.75% reduction in general waste compared to the same time period in the previous year all thanks to Exeter Chiefs’ sustainability partnership with Devon Contract Waste (DCW). Now, the Devon waste management company has confirmed it will continue the collaboration for the 2025/26 season, as well as sponsoring rising star Christ Tshiunza.

Last season, the partnership delivered impressive results in making Sandy Park more sustainable. With new recycling stations, improved waste segregation, and...

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