There was no Christmas Day hangover for Rob Baxter’s Exeter Chiefs side as they maintained their lofty status in the Aviva Premiership with victory over visiting Sale Sharks.
With little to choose between either side at the break, the Devon club cranked through the gears during the second half to notch up their sixth win in seven league starts.
Scrum-half Will Chudley led the way for the hosts, scoring a try in each half, whilst there were further touchdowns for Thomas Waldrom, James Short and Tom Johnson. Gareth Steenson and Will Hooley mopped up the remaining points to...
Rob Baxter insists his Exeter Chiefs cannot wait to get back into Aviva Premiership action following two weeks of battle in the European Champions Cup.
In what was a mixed fortnight for Devon’s finest against French rivals ASM Clermont Auvergne, this Saturday it’s Sale Sharks who provide the opposition at Sandy Park (3pm) in Exeter’s final game of 2015.
And as Baxter readied his troops for their latest league battle, the Chiefs head coach was in upbeat mood as he looked ahead to the Boxing Day match-up.
“We’re really looking forward to getting back into the...
Supporters who have yet to purchase their tickets for the Boxing Day clash between Exeter Chiefs and Sale Sharks in the Aviva Premiership are asked to do so quickly in a bid to avoid disappointment.
Already over 11,000 tickets have been sold for the festive fixture, which will kick-off at Sandy Park at 3pm
There are tickets available for all areas of the stadium, although there is limited availability in both the North and East Terraces.
Tickets can be purchased in advance either online by clicking here https://ticketing2.exeterchiefs.co.uk/fixture.aspx or through...
Adam Hughes says he leaves Exeter Chiefs a better player after he today confirmed he has re-joined former club Newport-Gwent Dragons on a permanent deal.
Signed in the summer of 2014 by head coach Rob Baxter, the Welshman featured nine times for the Chiefs, scoring four tries in the process.
With game time somewhat limited for the 25-year-old at Sandy Park, Hughes returned to Rodney Parade earlier this season on an initial three-month loan deal.
Now, the Newport-born back has made the switch back to his hometown club a permanent one, inking a new deal that will take...
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has spoken of his delight at landing the signing of Australian international Greg Holmes for next season.
Baxter today confirmed he had finalised terms with the Queensland Reds tight-head on a two-year deal.
Holmes, who has won 24 international caps for the Wallabies, is Baxter’s first confirmed signing for the 2016/17 season.
Commenting on the signing, Baxter said: “The important thing to remember is the set-piece and the forward battle is not something that is going to be less important in top flight rugby, so we’re always...
Australian international Greg Holmes says he is relishing the challenge that lies ahead after he today sealed his move to Aviva Premiership side Exeter Chiefs.
The 32-year-old tight-head prop, who joins from Super Rugby outfit Queensland Reds, will move to Sandy Park at the start of next season on a two-year deal.
A product of the Reds Academy, Holmes made his debut for the Aussie franchise back in 2005 against the Blues and has since gone on to win 132 Super Rugby caps, seven eight tries in the process.
With 24 caps for the Wallabies also in his locker, the...
Around the globe this week the headlines have all been about the latest episode of the Star Wars collection ‘The Force Awakens’.
Well, here in France, star-studded Clermont Auvergne showed they had themselves awoken from their European Champions Cup slumber, ruthlessly dispatching of visiting Exeter Chiefs at the Stade Marcel Michelin.
Having had their noses blooded by Devon’s finest just the week previous, the Top 14 outfit underlined their European credentials with a simply mouth-watering display that yielded five tries.
Rob Baxter believes there is a growing maturity within his Exeter Chiefs squad and it was perfectly underlined during last weekend’s European Champions Cup victory over ASM Clermont Auvergne.
Despite trailing 14-3 during the opening half at a packed Sandy Park, the Chiefs refused to panic against their star-studded French opponents, responding with a four-try blast that has seen them move to the summit of Pool Two.
Tries either side of half time from No.8 Thomas Waldrom, plus further touchdowns for Don Armand and Mitch Lees, ensured Baxter’s side claimed maximum reward for...
RGB Building Supplies is delighted to announce its involvement with the Exeter Chiefs’ Exeter Foundation by joining their commitment to support the local community as a Foundation XV member.
Like other members, RGB has pledged to raise in excess of £1,500 before July 2016.
To do this, staff will be holding bucket collections at some Exeter Chiefs’ home games and the builders merchant has vowed to match the amount that is donated.
RGB will also be supporting other Exeter Foundation events, including RockSolid, an obstacle race for people of all abilities that has...
When you knock over one of the king-pins of European Rugby, it’s somewhat likely that when your paths cross again, a response of sorts can be expected.
Well, just days out from their latest Champions Cup assignment, Exeter Chiefs prop Carl Rimmer is well aware that hosts ASM Clermont Auvergne are busy plotting their revenge.
Humbled 31-14 at Sandy Park last weekend, the French outfit will on Sunday welcome Devon’s finest to the Stade Marcel Michelin (4:15pm) in a game they know they must win if they are to keep their hopes of qualification alive.
