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Exeter Chiefs Women will welcome Lizzie Lander to squad as she makes the move from Bath Rugby Ladies.

Signed as a lock, Lander can also play at blindside flanker and No 8, Lander will bring her confident ball carrying ability and tireless tackling prowess to the squad.

The former British Army officer, who trained at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst graduate, has been studying at the University of Bath while playing for the city’s Championship South 1 team.

She will swap the hoops of Bath for the black of Chiefs as she heads down the M5 to try her hand at...

Exeter Chiefs Women will welcome Ross Bundy as assistant coach for the 2026/27 season.

A specialist in forwards and defence, including the contact and breakdown areas, Bundy has joined Chiefs from Leicester Tigers Women.

As a former player, Bundy ran out for Racing Club Narbonne, Nottingham and Scotland U20s, before turning his attention to coaching.

The former head coach of Leicester Tigers Women began his coaching career as head coach at Rotterdam Rugby and was retained as a consultant coach after a successful first season with the Dutch team.

During...

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Padel is growing quickly because it is easy to start, social by design, and physically active without feeling intimidating. It combines elements of tennis and squash, but the smaller court, enclosed walls, and underhand serve make it more accessible for beginners.

Players do not need years of technical training to enjoy their first match. Rallies last longer, movement is more controlled, and doubles play makes the game feel more cooperative.

For people looking for a sport that supports fitness, competition, and social connection, padel offers a practical entry point....