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Donna Rose’s Return: What It Means for Exeter Chiefs Ahead of the PWR Cup Semi-Final

As the PWR Cup semi-final approaches, Exeter Chiefs Women prepare to face a Saracens Women side strengthened by the return of Donna Rose. Rose, who has been absent from club rugby for over a year due to international duties and the recent 2025 Rugby World Cup, made a notable impact coming off the bench in the Saracens’ last outing. Her return brings valuable experience and depth to the Saracens’ squad, presenting a fresh challenge for Exeter Chiefs as they aim to defend their title.

The addition of such a high-calibre player is bound to influence the dynamics of this crucial...

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Chiefs side to face Northampton Saints

Domestic matters will be put on the back burner for a week at least for Exeter Chiefs as they focus their attentions towards Sunday’s Heineken Champions Cup quarter-final at home to Northampton Saints (5:30pm).

Having produced a highly impressive return to action since restart – the Devonians have won six of their seven Gallagher Premiership fixtures – Director of Rugby, Rob Baxter, is now looking for his in-form side to maintain their quest for honours on the European stage.

Only once before have the Chiefs reached this stage of the competition, on that occasion they...

Chris Bentley has joined the commercial team at Exeter City FC

New signing for Exeter City FC commercial team

Exeter City Football Club’s commercial team has made a top new signing – and it’s someone who’s used to a very different shaped ball…

Chris Bentley, formerly of Exeter Chiefs, has joined the football club as a consultant.

He will be working to support the successful commercial team of Mark Jenkins, Matt Kimberley and Sarah Crabb, as the club embarks upon the exciting Sky Bet League Two campaign.

Chris, who spent 13 years with Chiefs, both on and off the pitch, said he was delighted to join the team. He added: “I’m both excited and enthused about the prospect of...

How to pick a goalkeeping baselayer

Normally, footballers only wear baselayers during the cold weather. Not so for goalies, who need the added protection during the game. Like most sporting equipment, though, not all baselayers are created equal. Here, we’ll give you some basic info on how to pick a goalkeeping baselayer.

Are Goalkeeping Baselayers Different from Normal Ones?

Technically, outfield player baselayers and goalie baselayers are the same . They’re made of the same materials and are used to protect the players as they run or dive around the field. Goalkeeper baselayers have extra padding specifically...

Protein for Better Performance in Young Athletes

Protein is the go-to nutrient in order to keep your child active and fit. For young athletes, especially, hours of training demands better nutrition and a higher intake of proteins. Protein for kid athletes helps them perform better and also sustain long training hours.

A protein shake like Gritzo Supermilk can go a long way in ensuring that your child gets the daily required intake easily. These drinks are carefully formulated to meet the requirements of active children based on their age group.

The Benefits of Protein for Kid Athletes

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Match Report: City 3 Forest Green Rovers 2

Exeter City kicked-off their EFL Trophy campaign with a hard fought win in a goal fest at St James Park as they beat Forest Green Rovers 3-2 with goals from Nicky Ajose, Matt Jay and Josh Key.

After a cagey early start where both teams looked to find their feet, Forest Green Rovers would take the lead with the first real chance of the match. Good defending from Jack Sparkes gave the Green Devils a corner which was swung in, Kitching flicked the ball on and Stevens was on the spot to nod home from close range.

The goal gave the visitors early confidence and they would...

Chiefs side to face Gloucester

Rob Baxter insists his Exeter Chiefs side can ill afford to take their mind off matters in the Gallagher Premiership, even though a mouth-watering European Champions Cup quarter-final tie looms large on the horizon.

Having banged in five wins out of five since the top flight started last month, the quest to secure home advantage in the Premiership play-offs remains a key objective for Baxter's table toppers ahead of tomorrow's home clash with Gloucester (5:30pm).

The Devonians produced another hugely impressive display in defeating Northampton Saints 22-19 last Friday, a...

Devon unveil Sherford to Exeter route for Tour of Britain

Devon County Council and organisers of the Tour of Britain have today (Monday 7 September) announced more details of the Devon stage of the race to mark one year to go until Britain’s biggest professional cycle race returns to the county.

Devon will host Stage Two of the 2021 Tour of Britain on Monday 6 September with a 185 kilometre (115 mile) route between Sherford and Exeter, the twelfth stage to have been hosted by Devon since 2008.

A typically hilly Devon stage including 3,500 metres of ascent will visit the South Hams for the first time since 2012, combining the...

Grecians exit the Carabao Cup at the hands of Bristol City

Exeter City’s 20/21 season kicked off in defeat as the Grecians were beaten 2-0 at Ashton Gate by a strong Bristol City side in the Carabao Cup first round

Jamie Paterson put Bristol City ahead in the first half, whilst substitute Antoine Semeyo sealed the win with a late strike from close range.

Matt Taylor named a starting side that was a blend of youth and experience as he handed debuts to new signings Lewis Page and Rory McArdle, as well as starts for Academy products Will Dean, Josh Key and Joel Randall.

Bristol City were quick to set the early tempo, as...

In review: The last five winners of the Tour de France

The Tour de France is one of the staples of the global sporting calendar. Every year, dozens of the world’s top cyclists descend on France to take part in a race of immense history and tradition, with the event first held in 1903. The sport has come a long way since then, but the anticipation and excitement surrounding the Tour de France remains undimmed through all the years since.

This year, there was doubt that the race would take place at all, with the coronavirus pandemic putting paid to so many sporting events this summer, not least Wimbledon and Euro 2020. And while the...

Kingsbridge RFC nominated for inaugural Gallagher Rugby Club of the Season Award

Voting is now open for the public to vote for Kingsbridge RFC to be Gallagher Rugby Club of The Season

Six UK grassroots clubs in the running to be crowned the Gallagher ‘Rugby Club of the Season’

The winner will receive an enhanced Gilbert training kit bundle worth up to £2,000 and 100 tickets to the Gallagher Premiership Final

Exeter Chiefs’ stars Jack Maunder and Tom O’Flaherty surprised members of Kingsbridge RFC to wish them luck for the final round of the competition

27th August 2020 – Insurance broker and risk management specialist Gallagher, the...

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Donna Rose’s Return: What It Means for Exeter Chiefs Ahead of the PWR Cup Semi-Final

Chiefs side to face Northampton Saints

New signing for Exeter City FC commercial team

How to pick a goalkeeping baselayer

Protein for Better Performance in Young Athletes

Match Report: City 3 Forest Green Rovers 2

Chiefs side to face Gloucester

Devon unveil Sherford to Exeter route for Tour of Britain

Grecians exit the Carabao Cup at the hands of Bristol City

In review: The last five winners of the Tour de France

Kingsbridge RFC nominated for inaugural Gallagher Rugby Club of the Season Award

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