Exeter is set to host two enthralling Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals at Sandy Park this weekend.
The tournament, which kickstarted on August 22nd, has already been seen as a generational moment for women’s rugby, with it expected to become the most viewed women’s rugby event of all time.
It has already smashed records as the fastest-selling edition of the tournament ever, with more than 400,000 tickets sold, and tickets are still available for this weekend’s quarter-final action at Exeter’s Sandy Park.
Ali Hepher has been appointed to an academy performance coach role within Exeter Chiefs’ development pathway.
With 16 years of experience at Chiefs, Hepher brings valuable knowledge of both the club and the sport to the role, which will be crucial to developing future Chiefs players and guiding pathway coaches.
Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter said: “Personally, I’m really pleased to have Ali on board in this new role which encompasses him working on the coaching and skills development of our young players from aged 16 onwards.
Exeter Chiefs have added to their front row depth with the signing of prop Khwezi Mona ahead of the 2025/26 season.
The 32-year-old front rower makes the move to Devon from South African franchise, Hollywoodbets Sharks. Having made more than 50 appearances for the Sharks, this will be Mona’s first foray into Gallagher PREM competition.
“I’ve always respected Chiefs’ history and the hardworking culture that led them to conquer Europe,” Mona said.
“This is the kind of team and environment I want to be a part of. I’m excited to learn from the coaches, contribute on...
USA Eagles’ most capped player Hope Rogers has signed a new contract with Exeter Chiefs Women to keep her at Sandy Park.
Rogers became the most capped women’s Eagle in the recent Pacific Four Series against Canada. She went on to seal her international prowess with a hat-trick of tries against Australia in the same tournament.
Meanwhile, she was announced as the Chiefs Women’s Top Try Scorer of the Year with 10 tries in the 2024/25 season. Rogers was also selected in the PWR’s Dream Team for her performances at loosehead prop in the wake of being named in the World Rugby...
A formidable new season of Gallagher PREM rugby awaits as our 2025/26 fixture list has now been confirmed.
Exeter Chiefs launch into the new campaign on the road to Northampton Saints at cinch stadium Franklin’s Gardens in round one on Sunday, 28 September.
That’s before rugby returns to Sandy Park with Newcastle Falcons on Saturday, 4 October. After a trip to near neighbours Bristol Bears in round three, the month draws to a close with back-to-back home games against Harlequins and Gloucester.
Sale Sharks in Manchester is the lone league fixture in November...
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...
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....
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.”
Up-and-coming Chiefs’ tighthead prop Jimmy Roots (brother of England’s Ethan), will be appearing at Brightside Exeter on Wednesday 26th March to talk all things rugby, followed by a meet and greet.
Fans will have the chance to ask questions, probe Jimmy to find out what really goes on behind the scenes at the Premiership Rugby Club, get tips and hints for any budding young stars and have rugby balls and shirts signed.
This is a free to book event, tables are available from 6pm. Brightside’s full Noon To Night menu will be available including, in Jimmy’s honour, a...
