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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...

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University of Exeter announce new partnership with Exeter Chiefs

The University of Exeter has bolstered its long-standing partnership with the Exeter Chiefs by entering into a new strategic and sponsorship agreement.

The pivotal new partnership will not only open up new employment opportunities for Exeter students, but also help boost the profile of two of the South-West region’s most influential and world-leading organisations.

Building on a strong relationship stretching back decades, and pre-dating the Chief’s meteoric rise to the pinnacle of top-flight rugby, the new agreement will come into force ahead of the 2022/23 season....

Inspirational Exeter Volunteer Recognised at Premiership Rugby Parliamentary Awards 2022

Premiership Rugby have revealed a shortlist of six inspiring individuals, including one from Exeter Chiefs , who have been nominated for the Community Volunteer of the Year Award , sponsored by CVC. The winner will be crowned at the Premiership Rugby Parliamentary Awards ceremony, attended by MPs, taking place at the House of Commons on 12th July.

The Parliamentary Awards is a celebration of the incredible work and impact achieved by Premiership Rugby and its clubs, demonstrating how their work is making an invaluable contribution to addressing some of the biggest societal...

Exeter track cyclist set for success at Commonwealth Games

Competition at home and on the track is fuelling Milly Tanner’s drive for success at the Commonwealth Games.

With her dad having served in the Royal Marines, the Exeter track cyclist’s early life was spent ferrying between various cities at two- or three-year intervals.

That experience, and the lessons she learnt from her father, have informed how Tanner approaches cycling and everyday life.

“I don’t play monopoly in our house because it’s just too much,” she joked, ahead of her debut Commonwealth Games.

Those encounters have likely taken on another...

What Does "Big Data" Mean for the World of Sports?

With the advent of big data, the world of sports is undergoing a significant transformation. As a result, live sports data feed is becoming increasingly important as teams and leagues strive to gain a competitive edge.

As the world of sports continues to evolve, so does the data surrounding it. Big data is changing how teams, players, and fans interact with the games they love. But what exactly is big data? And what does it mean for the future of sports?

What is Big Data?

Big data is a term that refers to the large volume of data that organizations now have at their...

Four sports to take up this summer

For anybody who failed on their mission to take up a new sport as part of their New Year’s Resolution, summer provides the perfect opportunity to make amends and throw themselves into learning a new skill, meeting new people and increasing their commitment to physical exercise. Any sport will do, and interests are bound to differ, but the following four present an excellent variety of benefits to a novice sportsperson.

1. Skateboarding

Thrill seekers look no further as skateboarding is increasing in popularity across the United Kingdom. While it may be more heavily...

Kylian Mbappé, PSG and Real Madrid: Is Money the New Passion?

Kylian Mbappé was born on 20 December, 1998 in Paris, France and was raised in Bondy, Seine-Saint-Denis. His father, Wilfrid Mbappé was born in Cameroon, while his mother, Fayza Lamari, was born in Algeria. Kylian's family certainly has sports running in their blood since his mother, Fayza Lamari is a former handball player while his brother, Ethan Mbappé played for PSG under 12 in 2018 and currently plays for FC Paris Saint-Germain U17. His father is also a football coach and has been Kulian's agent. His undeniable talent has made him a great stake in the top 20 betting sites in the UK...

Bradfords enlists region’s sports stars to get men talking this Men’s Health Week

Bradfords Building Supplies has teamed up with the Exeter Chiefs and Somerset County Cricket Club to encourage people to check in on their friends this Men’s Health Week (13-19 June 2022).

Sports stars including Exeter Chiefs RFC and England player, Henry Slade, plus Somerset County Cricket Club captain, Tom Abell, will feature alongside tradesmen in a special video encouraging men to look out for each other.

Bradfords x Men’s Health Week (ft. Henry Slade and Tom Abell) - in association with Movember Play Video: Bradfords x Men’s Health Week (ft. Henry Slade and Tom...

Top 10 African players in the Premier League of all-time

Africa has produced some of the best football players to grace world-class games for many years. These football stars have made a mark for themselves with their electrifying skills and ability to change a game within seconds. African players are the epitome of talent and skill, from making spectacular goals to scoring winning goals. Apart from the Premier League, you might have an interest in handicap horseraces and want to get news about the Melbourne Cup . You are good to go as well.

However, in this post, I will be featuring the list of top 10 African players in the English...

Stoke Hill School footballers represented Exeter City at Wembley

Experience of a lifetime for young footballers

A group of Exeter schoolboys had the experience of a lifetime as they set foot on the hallowed Wembley turf for the Utilita Kids Cup Final on Saturday, ahead of the Sky Bet League Two play-off final between Mansfield Town and Port Vale.

Stoke Hill under-12s - representing Exeter City - were beaten 4-0 by St George's Primary who were playing for Tranmere Rovers, but it was nonetheless an incredible afternoon for the young boys.

The team had reached the final after regional heats and were supported by coaches from Exeter City Community Trust with training sessions over the...

Unpicking the Hopefuls for the Epsom Oaks

The Epsom Derby certainly gets the majority of the limelight, owing to its enormous purse, unrivalled by any other British horse race, sort of like the Cheltenham Gold Cup is in jumps racing. However, there are plenty of world-class horses running in the Epsom Oaks too and it's still worth half a million pounds! After a couple of years of Epsom where competition hasn't been exactly as we know it, it seems that everybody is putting their best foot, or hoof, forwards for the celebrations this year. We've done a little digging and picked some of the horses that are bound to feature...

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Slade sticks to Devon roots with new contract

University of Exeter announce new partnership with Exeter Chiefs

Inspirational Exeter Volunteer Recognised at Premiership Rugby Parliamentary Awards 2022

Exeter track cyclist set for success at Commonwealth Games

What Does "Big Data" Mean for the World of Sports?

Four sports to take up this summer

Kylian Mbappé, PSG and Real Madrid: Is Money the New Passion?

Bradfords enlists region’s sports stars to get men talking this Men’s Health Week

Top 10 African players in the Premier League of all-time

Experience of a lifetime for young footballers

Unpicking the Hopefuls for the Epsom Oaks

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