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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...

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Alfie Bell Re-Signs with Exeter Chiefs

Exeter Chiefs lock Alfie Bell has re-signed with the club to continue at Sandy Park.

The former Wasps Academy player was plucked from the remains of the former Gallagher Premiership side when they folded in late 2022 and has been a Chief ever since.

“I wanted to recommit to Chiefs because I believe it’s the best place for me to develop further and earn the opportunity to play in the Premiership,” Bell said.

“One of my favourite memories in my Chiefs journey so far is having had the chance to play next to my brother at Sandy Park. It was something we both had...

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Exeter Cathedral School Teacher Races to World Record

The Director of Sport at Exeter’s oldest school has run himself into the record books at the London Marathon. Just 6 days after completing the Boston Marathon, USA.

The Director of Sport at Exeter’s oldest school has run himself into the record books.

James Kelly, a Year 3 class teacher and whole-school Director of Sport and PE at the city-centre Cathedral School, ran the 45th London Marathon on Sunday. At the finish line, he and his brother and sister were presented with an official Guinness World Record certificate for Fastest Marathon By Three Siblings (Mixed)....

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Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy will tour Exeter and other host cities 

As the countdown towards Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 continues, fans across England will have the chance to celebrate early as the prestigious trophy will embark on a nationwide tour of the tournament’s eight host locations.

The RWC 2025 host location trophy tour will set off from the country’s capital on a journey spanning three weeks from 14 May to 6 June, giving fans a unique opportunity to get up close to the iconic prize at the heart of the world’s biggest women’s rugby event.

The trophy will be on display in Exeter at various locations for two days between 20 May...

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Jay Rosa performs at Exeter City FC as part of Huge Charity EFL Tour

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/30/2025 - 10:27pm

In the world of football, there are many ways to shine and make a difference. One individual who is capturing hearts and attention across England is Jay Rosa, a talented football freestyler who is on a mission to perform at every football league stadium in the country in support of Mental Health.

Jay performed at Exeter City Football Club on Friday, where he entertained crowds of up to 7000 spectators during the half-time interval.

Jay Rosa embarked on his EFL Tour in January 2023 with a vision to showcase his amazing football freestyle skills on the pitch at various...

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Exeter student breaks European running records alongside green activism

An Exeter student dubbed the ‘Greta Thunberg of Sport’ has been smashing European running records alongside her environmental activism.

At just 19 years old, Innes FitzGerald, a first-year Sport and Exercise Science student at the University of Exeter, has already broken two European U20 records. Her most recent victory was a 15.08 time at the Bristol Track Club 5k where she won the Elite Women's race.

Nicknamed after climate activist, Greta Thunberg, by both the Times and Telegraph, for her environmental stance, Innes has been turning down competitions where she...

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Jack Yeandle Commits to New Chiefs Contract

Exeter Chiefs hooker and club captain Jack Yeandle has signed a new contract to stay with the club.

Signing on the heels of a try-scoring performance against Bath Rugby at Sandy Park last weekend, the squad leader has shown no signs of slowing down since making his 300th club appearance this season.

“I’m really looking forward to continuing as a Chief,” Yeandle said. “This is a special place to me. It’s a club I watched for years, enjoyed back at the County Ground as a youngster. I’ve seen some pretty amazing games here at Sandy Park and got to play in some too....

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Ace Your Game with 260 Cool and Funny Tennis Team Names

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 04/21/2025 - 3:37pm

Looking to serve up some laughs or intimidate your opponents with the coolest squad name on the court? Whether you’re rallying in a weekend tournament or smashing through a casual doubles league, a memorable tennis team name brings the fun and sets the tone.

From pun-packed names to fierce and sporty options, we’ve got 260 creative tennis team names to help your crew stand out and own the game.

We add some extra touch of some funny curling team names .

1. Funny Tennis Team Names

These names are light-hearted, punny, and perfect for teams that don’t take...

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Why Choose padeltennisrackets.com for Your Next Padel Tennis Racket

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 04/16/2025 - 11:31pm

Padel tennis continues to surge in popularity across the UK, blending elements of tennis and squash into a fast-paced, social sport that’s captivating players of all levels in Exeter and beyond. For those looking to invest in their next padel racket, one platform stands out as a reliable destination: https://padeltennisrackets.com/ . This article explores the features and services that make this site a go-to choice for purchasing a padel tennis racket in 2025, based on its offerings, accessibility, and alignment with player needs.

Extensive Range of Rackets

The platform...

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How sportsbooks can improve bettors’ experience

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 04/15/2025 - 5:04pm

When you hear the word “sports,” what comes to mind? For some, it's football, others baseball, and many more, but beyond the different types, sports is more than competition – it is a way of life deeply rooted in our culture. In fact, statistics show that there are approximately 3.5 billion sports fans in the world.

And as you know, sports and betting have, for a long time, gone hand in hand. So, it's no surprise that as the popularity of sports has grown, so has that of betting. Actually, in the UK, online sports betting ranked as the leading form of gambling as of January 2024...

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Gulley Signs Senior Contract with Chiefs

Exeter Chiefs and Louie Gulley have put pen to paper on a senior contract for the young hooker ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Gulley, who was one of four Chiefs players included in England’s 2024 World Rugby U20 Championship winning squad, signs the contract with his hometown club after another stellar season with EURFC.

“I’m unbelievably excited to have signed a contract,” Gulley said. “It’s truly a dream come true for me. Playing in the pre-season friendly double header was a cool experience and I’m looking forward to my future at Chiefs.”

Born and bred in Devon...

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