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Exeter Racecourse off to a flying start as local hero Time To Bite shines

Exeter Racecourse launched its new season in fine style yesterday, with James Best riding a double and Devon’s most popular horse in training, Time To Bite, claiming the feature Download The PricedUp App Handicap Hurdle.

Trained by Chris Honour just a few miles away at Sigford, the ten-year-old recorded his sixth win of the year, though this one came as a pleasant surprise to his connections.

Honour’s wife, Becky, said: “We knew we were going to give him a break after today, so we thought we’d come to our local track, so all his syndicate could come along, hopefully win...

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Three players sign senior academy contracts with Chiefs

A trio of aspiring young players have put pen to paper with Exeter Chiefs as director of rugby Rob Baxter cultivates talent for the future.

The group of youngsters comprises of backs Ollie Batson and George Newman as well as forward, Marlon Farouk-Roy.

Batson and Newman are both products of the well-established and proven Chiefs pathway. Both have come through the Chiefs age-grade ranks and have featured for Exeter College.

“It’s a very special moment to sign for Chiefs. I’m really grateful for the opportunity,” Newman said. “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my first few...

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How Custom Sports Memorabilia Is Becoming a Fan Favourite

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 08/11/2025 - 10:25pm

In the world of sports, memorabilia has long been a way for fans to connect with their favourite teams and players. From jerseys to autographed balls, these items serve as tangible reminders of unforgettable moments. However, a new trend is emerging that is reshaping the landscape of sports collectables: custom sports memorabilia. This personalised approach not only enhances the emotional connection fans have with their teams but also offers a unique way to celebrate individual fandom.

The Rise of Personalisation in Sports Collectables

The shift towards customisation in...

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Weekend Rituals of the Modern UK Football Fan

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 08/05/2025 - 9:33pm

For many football fans across the UK, weekends are shaped by more than just the ninety minutes on the pitch. Whether it’s an early Saturday start with a bacon bap and a podcast preview, or the slow build of anticipation through WhatsApp group chats and fixture alerts, the weekend match has a way of anchoring everything else. Some fans mark the day with long-standing rituals passed down from mates or relatives. Others prefer newer routines, such as tracking line-ups through club apps or sharing predictions before kick-off.

For those watching from home or catching up in the pub,...

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Youngsters check out newly laid football pitches in Exeter

Young footballers in Exeter have been given a sneak preview of newly laid grassroots football pitches that they will play on this coming season.

Youngsters from Heavitree Youth Football Club were given a feel of the newly created playing surface at Bromhams Farm Fields. The Under 11s side will be one of the teams playing on the three pitches when the season starts next month.

Also backing the new facilities were players from Exeter City Football Club, who popped along to check out the surface. Luca Woodhouse and Andrew Oluwabori were joined by Sophie Gillies and Beth...

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Most capped Eagle signs new deal with Chiefs Women

USA Eagles’ most capped player Hope Rogers has signed a new contract with Exeter Chiefs Women to keep her at Sandy Park.

Rogers became the most capped women’s Eagle in the recent Pacific Four Series against Canada. She went on to seal her international prowess with a hat-trick of tries against Australia in the same tournament.

Meanwhile, she was announced as the Chiefs Women’s Top Try Scorer of the Year with 10 tries in the 2024/25 season. Rogers was also selected in the PWR’s Dream Team for her performances at loosehead prop in the wake of being named in the World Rugby...

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Exeter Chiefs 2025/26 Gallagher PREM Fixtures Confirmed

A formidable new season of Gallagher PREM rugby awaits as our 2025/26 fixture list has now been confirmed.

Exeter Chiefs launch into the new campaign on the road to Northampton Saints at cinch stadium Franklin’s Gardens in round one on Sunday, 28 September.

That’s before rugby returns to Sandy Park with Newcastle Falcons on Saturday, 4 October. After a trip to near neighbours Bristol Bears in round three, the month draws to a close with back-to-back home games against Harlequins and Gloucester.

Sale Sharks in Manchester is the lone league fixture in November...

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Georgian Youngster Tchumbadze Becomes a Chief

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/16/2025 - 8:32pm

Exeter Chiefs have completed the signing of young Georgian international prop, Bachuki Tchumbadze, ahead of the 2025/26 season.

The 23-year-old front rower moves to Devon to play his club rugby outside of his native Georgia for the first time in his career.

“I really enjoy English rugby, and I’m truly honoured to have the opportunity to be a key part of the Exeter Chiefs,” Tchumbadze said.

“I’m well aware of the crucial role that forwards play in the team’s system, and I’m really looking forward to making my debut in the Premiership.”

He follows in the...

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Cllr Duncan Wood joined members of Exeter's WI in the City for a rugby session with Exeter City Comm

Pitch perfect: Football meets rugby in Exeter’s Strive ‘25 takeover

Exeter City Community Trust, the charitable arm of Exeter City Football Club, is stepping into a new sport as it joins a major national initiative to grow women’s rugby in the city ahead of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.

The organisation, which is more used to the beautiful game than the oval ball, is joining with Exeter Chiefs and Exeter City Council as the delivery partner for the Strive ‘25 Rugby Challenge, a national programme aimed at engaging 25,000 women and girls in rugby across host cities. Exeter is one of only eight UK cities which are hosting the Women’s Rugby World...

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Exeter Chiefs honour women’s trailblazer

Exeter Chiefs Women will move into the 2025/26 season with a new-look squad but not before the club recognises the contribution of some its departing players, including trailblazing centurion Ebony Jefferies.

Flanker Jefferies recorded her 100th game at the end of last season having played the very first Exeter Chiefs Women’s game back in 2020. She is currently rehabilitating from foot surgery.

Exeter Chiefs chairman and CEO Tony Rowe CBE said: “Ebony has also been a loyal servant to Chiefs Women and played in our very first friendly and league games through to our last...

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