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Higgins’ Incredible Strike Claims Guildhall Shopping Centre Goal of the Month

Akeel Higgins delivered a beautifully executed chip over the goalkeeper to earn himself a 68% public vote for the Guildhall Shopping Centre’s October Goal of the Month at the Devon Derby. It was the player’s first professional strike, which has quickly embedded the 20-year-old’s Exeter City loan as his early legacy within the hearts of his now rising fans. The award allows Higgins to carry a badge of honour that shows a notable turning point in what seemed like a silently ascending career.

Higgins joined the Exeter City club from West Bromwich for a season-long loan in September...

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Bradfords launches the ‘MoBros’ fundraising campaign to drive donations this Movember

Bradfords is this week launching their 2024 campaign with global men’s health charity Movember , once again supporting the charity’s focus on men’s mental and physical health and the challenges found in the construction industry. This year’s campaign launches “MoBros”, including announcing Exeter Chiefs RFC and England Rugby Player, Henry Slade, as a new signing at Bradfords high-performance fundraising team.

Bradfords is looking to exceed the success of their 2021 campaign, which saw the builders’ merchant raise £17,000, placing the organisation in the UK’s top 20 fundraisers...

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Exeter Chiefs involved in charity weekend to support rugby players

Exeter’s match against Harlequins will be dedicated to providing support to rugby charity, Restart Rugby.

The clash on 27 October, will be part of this year’s Restart Round, the annual round of Gallagher Premiership fixtures dedicated to Restart Rugby, a charity that provides practical and emotional support to current and former rugby players going through hardship.

Restart Rugby is the official charity of the Rugby Players Association (RPA) and will host several activities ahead of, and on, the weekend as it aims to raise £20,000 for its 24/7 confidential counselling...

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Burger Joins the Pack at Exeter Chiefs

Exeter Chiefs have added depth to their front row with the signing of prop Ethan Burger at the outset of the 2024/25 season.

The young prop joins from university side Tuks Rugby in South Africa. Spotted by the Chiefs coaches for his potential, he will be a new addition to the Chiefs scrum under the guidance of Rob Hunter and Ross McMillan.

Burger is extremely excited to immerse himself in the Chiefs environment and develop himself on the field as he learns from the experience of those around him, players and coaches alike.

“Getting the opportunity to be a part...

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Trowers continues South West social impact strategy

Trowers & Hamlins and Exeter City Community Trust (ECCT) are pleased announce the renewal of their Community Partnership for a further year. The alliance seeks to drive social change and enhance the well-being of individuals in Exeter and beyond.

In 2023, Trowers & Hamlins joined forces with ECCT, a leading charitable organisation in the South West. Each year, ECCT's wellbeing, inclusion, and sports participation teams and programmes reach more than 50,000 members of the South West community with activities including:

  • delivering food, prescriptions, and
    • ...
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Devon homebuilder tees up over £30,000 for hospice charity at annual charity golf day

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/11/2024 - 7:30am

Local homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter recently hosted its annual charity golf day, attracting more than 100 golfers who came together to support local causes. The event raised an incredible £18,125 for the homebuilder’s charity of the year.

This impressive sum was further boosted by the Barratt Foundation’s match funding, bringing the total donation to £30,125.

The golf day was held in September at Woodbury Park and was attended by Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter employees and sub-contractors. It marked the close of summer and coincided with the...

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Powerful Puma Lock Molina Signs for Chiefs

Exeter Chiefs have recruited talented Argentinian international lock, Franco Molina, for the 2024/25 season.

The 27-year-old Puma powerhouse arrives in Devon having never played club rugby outside of South America before. He describes the prospect of a Gallagher Premiership debut as exciting opportunity to test his skillset.

“I signed for Exeter Chiefs because I wanted to go to a club that is really competitive and that makes me continue to improve as a player. I think the Chiefs are the right place for that.

“The prospect of playing in the Premiership really...

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Developer donation for Cranbrook football

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/30/2024 - 9:39pm

A local youth football club has received a £1,000 donation from one of the leading developers behind the Cranbrook expansion scheme.

Persimmon Homes South West handed over the cheque to Cranbrook United Youth FC at its playing fields, with the funds going towards new kits for players, which will be emblazoned with the company’s logo.

Since its formation in 2015, the club has grown into one of the largest club in the area, having age groups from Under 6s through to its Men’s team.

Persimmon currently has high-quality properties for sale at two sites in the area...

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Understanding the Appeal of Sports Betting in Exeter: A Local Perspective

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 09/25/2024 - 8:26am

Sports betting has become a popular pastime in Exeter, drawing in a diverse range of individuals who are keen to test their knowledge and luck on various sporting events. From the excitement of the Premier League to local rugby matches, the thrill of betting has captured the interest of many in this vibrant city. This article explores the reasons behind the growing appeal of sports betting in Exeter, providing a local perspective on this dynamic form of entertainment.

The Rise of Sports Betting in Exeter

Exeter has always had a rich sporting culture, with football, rugby...

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Livery Dole Isuzu nets Hemyock FC kit sponsorship

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 09/24/2024 - 4:25pm

Exeter-based Isuzu UK dealer, Livery Dole, will sponsor the home strip of local football team, Hemyock FC, for the 2024/25 season. With the team playing in the Devon & Exeter league, the Isuzu dealer is excited to support Hemyock FC as the new season unfolds.

Livery Dole Isuzu were in attendance for Hemyock FC’s first home game of the season against Starcross Dons FC. Despite the home side’s 3-1 defeat, the Isuzu dealer was delighted to have the privilege of selecting the Player of the Match award.

Isuzu Brand Specialist at Livery Dole, Dan Ranger, was among the...

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