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Exeter Sea Bees launch free youth baseball open day

Young people across Exeter are being invited to discover America's favourite pastime this weekend as the newly formed Exeter Sea Bees hold a free open day for aspiring baseball players.

Taking place on Saturday, July 18, the event marks the launch of the club's new youth programme, which is open to children entering Year 7 and above.

The team takes its name from the famous US Navy Seabees, who were based at Countess Wear during the Second World War and represented Europe in the 1945 European Baseball Championships, with matches played at Exeter City's St James Park....

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Grecians off to winning start at St James Park

Exeter City got their 2018/19 season off to a positive start with a 3-1 win over Carlisle United at St James Park.

In Matt Taylor's first competitive match in charge of the Grecians, they went ahead in the first half when Nicky Law struck, before Jonathan Forte added another with a composed finish.

United pulled a goal back just before half-time, but were unable to find an equaliser as substitute Tristan Abrahams then sealed the points for City with an injury time goal.

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The Grecians named the same side that started...

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A fiesta of football for city youngsters

More than 100 children got to meet their Exeter City idols at a special Train with the Team Day.

The event, which was organised by Exeter CITY Community Trust and the Junior Grecian Committee, saw members of the Junior Grecians take over the club’s Cliff Hill Training Ground.

The first team turned out in force and the youngsters, who were aged from five to 14, got to try their luck against the likes of Christy Pym, Lee Holmes and Jayden Stockley at the exclusive Junior Grecians event.

Scott Walker, deputy head of community at CITY Community Trust, said: ‘It was a...

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Darren Everett appointed Director of Golf at Exeter Golf and Country Club

Authored by jenniashford
Posted: Tue, 07/31/2018 - 10:03am

Exeter Golf and Country Club’s Head Golf Professional has been appointed Director of Golf to amalgamate the administration, management and commercial aspects of the facility and membership.

Darren Everett, who has been the Golf Professional at Exeter Golf and Country Club since May 2016, will take over the responsibilities of Golf Manager, from Ben Martin on 4th August. After three years as Golf Manager and a previous three working in the Pro Shop, Ben is due to start his new role as the South West Regional Manager for England Golf.

The creation of the new role of Director...

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Dawlish Angling Coach receives prestigious award from the Angling Trust

Roly Palmer, an experienced Dawlish coarse fishing expert and angling coach at Cofton Holidays, has been recognised for his work to encourage young people into angling with a prestigious Volunteering Excellence Award from the Angling Trust.

Nominated for his commitment to protecting fisheries and promoting fishing to new anglers, the award recognises Roly’s work over the past 15 years as a volunteer for the Exeter & District Angling Association.

In addition to his work for the association, Roly teaches hundreds of juniors and adults each year at Cofton Holidays,...

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20 Teams for Tour of Britain 2018 announced

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/20/2018 - 10:30am

Devon crowds will have the chance to see 11 of the UCI’s (Union Cycliste Internationale) top level WorldTour teams race compete in the Tour of Britain this September.

The final list of 20 teams for the OVO Energy Tour of Britain has now been confirmed and it includes the four British UCI Continental teams that have qualified for the UK’s most prestigious cycle race. Stage 2 of the race will take place on Monday September 3. It is hosted by Devon County Council, supported by East Devon District Council and North Devon Council and working with Cranbrook Town Council and Barnstaple...

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Fun for all ages at Newton Abbot Racecourse's Family Raceday

There’s something for all the family at Newton Abbot Racecourse this Sunday, 22 July as they prepare for their ever-popular Family Raceday.

Not only are there seven races on the card for horseracing fans, but they will also be joined by Plymouth Albion star, Eoghan Grace, and his team of coaches in the Family Enclosure who will be running a series of fun rugby games for children.

But that’s not all, children will also be able to enjoy free face painting, balloon modelling and a spot of magic in the Family Enclosure between 2pm and 4:30pm.

The first 200 children...

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Exeter Tennis Centre selected as part of LTA's 10 year performance strategy

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Posted: Wed, 07/18/2018 - 8:03am

Exeter Tennis Centre has been selected as a Local Player Development Centre as part of the LTA's 10-year Performance Strategy for tennis in Britain.

The centres will be operational from September 2018 and will play an important part in developing the next generation of British tennis players.

The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) today named 50 tennis centres across the country that will act as Local Player Development Centres (LPDCs), marking the next milestone in the development of the new ten-year Performance Strategy for tennis in Britain.

The new player pathway is...

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Max Smallcombe and Alex Hartridge join Truro City on loan

Max Smallcombe and Alex Hartridge have joined Conference South side Truro City on six-month loan deals.

Max, who has made one appearance for City in the Checkatrade.com Trophy against Oxford United, is a promising 19-year-old midfielder who has won caps for Wales at under-16, 17 and 19 level.

Alex, 19, has also made one appearance for City in the Checkatrade.com Trophy, against Chelsea, and is a highly rated defender who has impressed on loan at Treyew Road before.

Both players played against the White Tigers on Thursday in City's 6-0 victory and also featured for...

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Thrilling finals in Exeter community diversity football tournament

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Posted: Mon, 07/16/2018 - 3:30pm

THERE were thrilling finals in the 14th Exeter City Supporters Trust’s One Game One Community Group male and female five-a-side community diversity football tournament, when eight male and six female teams competed for trophies and medals.

In the male final, Marcel's Allstars drew 2-2 against Isanbul Barbers and with no score in extra time, just as in many World Cup games, it was down to penalty shoot outs.

Marcel's Allstars triumphed 3-2 in the penalty shoot out.

In the female tournament Alphington Ladies Football Club were the victors against MAP Athletic, 3-2 in...

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Exeter businesswoman takes on the English Channel to raise money for Age UK Exeter

Many people would baulk at the thought of diving into water at 14°C, but not businesswoman, Rachael Whitson, managing director of Exeter based communications agency, Absolute PR & Marketing. Rachael will be taking on the English Channel this August as part of a relay swim team to raise funds for Age UK Exeter.

Always on the search for her next charity challenge, Rachael completed the Dart 10K swim last September, and is keen to defy her boundaries by taking part in an even bigger fundraising feat this summer. Rachael will be swimming in a relay as part of team H2 Oh! from Dover...

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