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Planet Earth Games going viral

Devon-based charity Planet Earth Games are going virtual this summer with a month-long series of sustainable challenges through August.

Formerly the South West Youth Games, the event was revamped and relaunched in 2019 to help address climate change crisis with the first ever Planet Earth Games at Flowerpot Playing Fields, Exeter. 

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Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Mon, 06/15/2020 - 4:32pm

Greg Holmes says Exeter will forever hold a special place in his heart after he this week bid a fond farewell to Devon and life with the Chiefs.

Holmes and wife Alana are heading home to Australia, four years after arriving in the Westcountry from former club, Queensland Reds.

During that time, the popular 37-year-old forward has been an integral part in helping the Chiefs to continue to establish themselves as a force, not just within the English game, but also on the European stage as well.

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Authored by Mike Page
Posted: Mon, 06/15/2020 - 2:32pm

As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, one aspect of the lockdown has been the coming together of families and friends during the crisis. But, this camaraderie has transcended not just households, but football clubs too. As clubs up and down the country gear themselves up for the business end of the season, those at the bottom end of the Football League have been speaking out about the financial dangers that suspending the season has had.

One such club is that of Exeter City. One of the sides that have qualified for the League Two play-offs - with the rest of the season coming to...

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Essential items you should bring during a golf game

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 06/15/2020 - 11:04am

Are you a golfer? Like any other sports activity, there are items you need to carry with you for a stress-free round. Whether you are a newbie or a seasoned professional, these tools will help improve your golf game . As such, it is crucial to have your golf clubs and all other golf equipment packed in your backpack before you leave your house. To avoid forgetting any of these, it is recommended that you create a checklist to guide you every time you start packing for the big day.

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Local triathlon coach receives vital funding from the Swimathon Foundation

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/10/2020 - 10:12pm

A triathlon coach from Teignmouth has received vital funding from the Swimathon Foundation.

Pete Wilby, founder of PeteWilbyTriathlOn, a triathlon and open water swimming coaching service, applied for the grant as part of Swimathon Foundation’s Covid-19 Relief Fund, announced last month, to fill the void left upon the suspension of coaching and access to open water.

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Grecians in League 2 Playoffs

Authored by Exeter City FC News
Posted: Wed, 06/10/2020 - 2:17pm

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Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Tue, 06/09/2020 - 7:40pm

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Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 06/09/2020 - 10:01am

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Authored by Mark Stevens
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Authored by Marc Astley
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