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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...

How Live Betting and Real-Time Odds Are Reshaping Sports Viewership

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 03/07/2025 - 11:29pm

You might have noticed how live betting and real-time odds have started to transform the way you experience wagering on sports. It's no longer just about rooting for your favorite team; you may find yourself captivated by the dynamic odds and in-game stats that keep you on the edge of your seat. Commentators have also begun weaving betting insights into their field-side narratives, enhancing the storytelling aspect of games - and real-time odds are often at the foundation of spirited exchanges between fans, both online and in the neighborhood sports pub.

But have you considered...

Iosefa-Scott Agrees New Chiefs Contract

Exeter Chiefs tighthead prop Josh Iosefa-Scott has agreed a new two-year contract with the club.

A colossal force in the Chiefs’ front row, the 145kg prop brings an immoveable quality to the Exeter scrum and defensive line. His confrontational playing style often helps to bring some grit to the Chiefs performance.

“It was a pretty easy decision for me to re-sign,” Iosefa-Scott said. “The environment is strong and the lads we have here are unbelievable. From this season we can grow, and I think we can achieve a lot of good things, so I want to be a part of that.”...

Capstick Re-Commits to Chiefs

Exeter Chiefs second rower Richard Capstick has committed his future to the club, signing a contract extension.

Returning from a neck injury that derailed his plans for the 2023/24 season, Capstick has forged himself into a key component of the Chiefs pack this year with formidable on-field displays.

“My family have been driving down here for years to support my career, so I always wanted to stay,” Capstick said on his decision to re-sign. “This is my home. I want to achieve things at my home club.

“I’ve always said some of my main aims were to play 100 games...

Cheltenham Gold Cup: what it is and how it works

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 02/27/2025 - 9:53am

There has always been a connection between British culture and horses. This bond of history and tradition stretches through centuries. Whether it is racing at Ascot or countryside events ranging from polo to cattle herding, horses are part of British culture. When these groups come together--polo on manicured lawns, an unparalleled atmosphere where skill and tradition celebrate one's heritage--the mood is contagious. One of the most distinguished events is the Cheltenham Gold Cup, transcending the definition of sport to embody a long-lasting devotion to thoroughbreds as well as the...

Johnson announces retirement from Chiefs and the PWR

Exeter Chiefs Women’s No 8 Rachel Johnson has announced her intention to retire from the club and rugby in the PWR.

The USA Eagle is committed to the Pacific Four Series (PAC4) in May and Rugby World Cup in August and September later this year but will not be returning to the English league for the 2025/26 season.

Almost an original, as she began her Chiefs career in the January of the first season in the league, Johnson has gone on to play 64 times for the club while juggling international absences at the 2021 World Cup, PAC4 and WXV tournaments.

Head coach...

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to Recover from Shoulder Surgery

Exeter Chiefs and England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will spend a couple of months on the sidelines having elected to have surgery on a shoulder injury.

The breakout international player – who is on one of England Rugby’s enhanced EPS contracts – suffered a shoulder dislocation in Chiefs’ Gallagher Premiership match against Sale Sharks in December 2024.

Having consulted the medical teams at England and Exeter Chiefs, Feyi-Waboso originally attempted to rehabilitate the injury. However, he suffered a reinjury of the issue in England camp recently and has now elected to...

Expert Cheltenham Festival Betting Tips for 2025

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Wed, 02/19/2025 - 8:15pm

The Cheltenham Festival is one of the biggest events in the horse racing calendar, drawing in top-class horses, jockeys, and trainers from across the UK and Ireland. With four days of thrilling racing action, it’s also a prime opportunity for bettors to find value and profit from well-researched selections. Whether you’re a seasoned punter or a newcomer to horse racing betting, having the right strategy and insights is crucial.

Understanding the Cheltenham Festival

The Cheltenham Festival spans four action-packed days, featuring some of the most prestigious races in National Hunt...

This Friday, February 21, Exeter Racecourse is calling all social butterflies and lovers of good old-fashioned fun to put a day at the races back on their agendas

Fridays are for freedom – and fun at Exeter Racecourse

Authored by Lucy
Posted: Tue, 02/18/2025 - 12:16pm

Who doesn’t love a four-day week? And what better way to celebrate that extra day of freedom than with a day at the races? This Friday, February 21 , Exeter Racecourse invites social butterflies and lovers of good old-fashioned fun to put a day at the races back on their agendas!

This is your chance to step back in time to when the heart of the community was the people who brought it to life, the laughter was loud, and the connections were real. Swap your office chair for a spot on Haldon Hill, Devon’s most iconic sporting venue, and experience the magic of the Devon National!...

How Exeter’s Sports Community Is Growing Through Local Events

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 02/10/2025 - 11:55am

Exeter has always been a city with a strong passion for sports, and in recent years, the local sports community has been growing at an impressive pace. From grassroots clubs to large-scale tournaments, local events are playing a key role in bringing people together, encouraging active lifestyles, and creating a vibrant sports culture.

Whether it is football, rugby, athletics, or emerging sports, Exeter’s commitment to sports development is stronger than ever. Local events are making sports more accessible, providing opportunities for athletes of all ages, and strengthening...

“Queen of Crime” remembered with new race on Super Sunday

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/05/2025 - 12:24am

One of Britain’s most celebrated authors is remembered at Exeter Racecourse at its Super Sunday fixture (February 9th) with the first staging of the £40,000 Listed Agatha Christie Mares' Novices' Chase.

The winner of the extended two miles and a furlong contest will receive The Mousetrap Cup, which is named after the most famous play penned by “The Queen of Crime”, which holds the world record for the number of performances having been staged continuously (bar the COVID-19 pandemic) at London’s St Martin’s Theatre since October 6th 1952.

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