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Georgian Youngster Tchumbadze Becomes a Chief

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...

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...

How to Pick a Boxing Fight That’s Worth the Hype and Your Money

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 07/15/2025 - 9:51am

With so many boxing matches happening all the time, choosing the right one to attend can feel overwhelming. You want a fight that’s exciting, memorable, and—let’s be honest—worth the ticket price. Whether you’re a seasoned boxing fan or new to the scene, this guide will help you pick a fight that lives up to the hype and gives you your money’s worth.

Understand What Excites You Most

Boxing offers a variety of styles and fight levels. Are you drawn to high-profile title bouts featuring the biggest names? Or do you prefer watching rising stars and local talent in smaller...

Exeter Athlete Leaps to Double Gold at Devon and Southwest Championships

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 07/13/2025 - 5:56pm

Sophia, a standout athlete from West Exe School , has made waves on the track and field stage this summer, winning double gold at both the Devon Schools Athletics Championships and the Southwest Schools Championships.

Sophia took first place in both the Triple Jump and Long Jump at the Devon event, setting a new personal best of 5.58 metres in Long Jump. Her success continued as she went on to claim gold again in both events at the Southwest Schools Championships.

Sophia's incredible performance has now earned her a place representing Devon at the National Finals, taking...

Exeter Racecourse announces new partnership with Ludo Sports & Live Lounge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/09/2025 - 2:26pm

Exeter Racecourse is proud to announce a partnership with Ludo Sports & Live Lounge, a rapidly growing premium sports bar brand with a venue in Exeter City Centre. The partnership aims to bring together fans of live sport and racing with Ludo Sports & Live Lounge the perfect place for racegoers to start and end their raceday.

Located in the Guildhall Shopping Centre in the heart of Exeter and just minutes from the city’s train and bus stations, Ludo Sports & Live Lounge is ideally placed for racegoers heading to and from the course with a dedicated Exeter Racecourse...

Ryan Woods and Cheick Diabate both find new clubs following Exeter City departures

Former Exeter City players Ryan Woods and Cheick Diabate have found new clubs after their release from the club.

Woods has signed a two-year deal with Oldham Athletic. The move comes after Woods' departure from St James Park by mutual consent. The 31-year-old player brings with him a wealth of experience and leadership qualities that Oldham Athletic manager Micky Mellon is eager to incorporate into his squad as he looks forward to seeing the midfielder show what he can do on hesgoal TV .

Micky Mellon expressed his excitement about the new signing, stating: “Ryan has...

Pictured are, L-R, Tom Wenborn (ECFC) with Duncan Worthington and Hannah Barnard from Taking Care.

Exeter City Football Club Welcomes Taking Care as Back-of-Shirt Sponsor

Exeter City Football Club is proud to announce a new partnership with Taking Care, who join the Grecians as the club’s official back-of-shirt sponsor.

This exciting collaboration marks the first time Exeter City and Taking Care have worked together, bringing together two organisations with strong ties to the South West and a shared commitment to community wellbeing and support.

Part of AXA Health, Taking Care is the UK's leading provider of personal alarms and digital health and wellbeing services for older adults. With a mission to help people live independently for...

From St James Park to the Euros: Tracking Exeter City Academy Players on the International Stage

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 06/17/2025 - 10:11pm

As Europe’s biggest stars regroup for international duty, national team rosters for Euro 2024 are filled with familiar names - few of which trace their beginnings to the lower tiers of English football.

Exeter City’s academy may not make headlines, but its graduates are making tournament squads. And while attention builds toward summer fixtures and early Champions League predictions on many of the most popular and secure betting platforms, another narrative deserves recognition: players who started at St James Park and are now representing their countries on the international...

Paul Brown-Bampoe Extends Chiefs Contract

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 06/15/2025 - 10:44pm

After a stellar debut season, Exeter Chiefs and winger Paul Brown-Bampoe have agreed a new contract extension.

It is no secret that the 23-year-old has enjoyed one of the strongest breakthrough seasons of recent years, as the youngster went from being on loan to Plymouth Albion to scoring against Bordeaux Begles in an Investec Champions Cup clash.

“I am delighted to be re-signing at Chiefs,” Brown-Bampoe said. “It’s an environment that has allowed me to grow both my understanding and passion for the game.

“The Chiefs faithful have accepted me as one of their own...

Calling all crocheters: Help celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup

Crochet enthusiasts in Exeter are being asked to get creative and help celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup coming to the city.

Crafters from across Exeter are invited to make rugby-themed crochet pieces for a yarn exhibition at Exeter’s historic Guildhall and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery (RAMM).

The Women’s Rugby World Cup comes to Exeter in late August and September, with Sandy Park hosting seven games, including two quarter-finals. As a result, the city will welcome players and fans from nine countries as Exeter is put on the global stage....

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