Exeter Chiefs Women will bid farewell to seven players at the end of the 2025/26 season.
Among those confirmed so far will be Canadian hooker and crowd favourite Emily Tuttosi who is heading back to Canada to take on a coaching role. The 30-year-old joined Chiefs in their inaugural season. She has played 88 games for the club and scored 31 tries.
Tuttosi will be joined on the leavers’ list by former Ireland captain Edel ‘Tricky’ McMahon, who has been with the club since 2022. Operations to both knees have meant the flanker has not been able take part in the 2025/26...
Members and shareholders of Exeter Rugby Club Group plc gathered at Sandy Park last night (7 May) to vote on an expression of interest to buy the club.
At a special general meeting held in the Exeter Suite, the club’s chairman and CEO Tony Rowe talked through a letter of intent from Cannae Holdings Inc’s (Black Knight Sports and Entertainment), which outlined their interest in purchasing all the shares of Exeter Rugby Club Group plc.
Members voted by a majority to permit the sale of the company.
Rowe said: “This does not represent a firm offer. It is just a non-...
Exeter Chiefs is showcasing the power of inclusion in sport through its Train Like a Chief programme.
Aimed at girls of all abilities - from complete beginners to experienced players - the initiative is helping to remove barriers to participation, giving girls a space where they feel confident, included, and empowered to try rugby.
Developed in response to the rapid growth of the women’s and girls’ game , and the need for dedicated female rugby provision , the initiative strengthens links between Exeter Chiefs Women, local schools, clubs and the wider community to build...
More than a decade on from his Exeter Chiefs debut, winger Olly Woodburn is capping off an already impressive season by penning a new deal.
The near 200-cap Exeter man, who already has two Gallagher PREM titles and an Investec Champions Cup on his Chiefs CV, is excited to continue to deliver.
Woodburn said: “I’m honoured to have the opportunity to continue my journey here and to keep chasing trophies with such a talented group of players and staff.
“This club has become home for me over the past decade, and I’m incredibly grateful for the support from the fans,...
Exeter Chiefs have signed Saracens second-rower Harry Wilson on a two-year deal from the 2026/27 season.
The Gloucester-born forward, who can play across the back five of the scrum, joins Chiefs after two seasons and 27 appearances for old rivals, Saracens.
Wilson said: “When I spoke to Rob about joining Chiefs, the first thing that stood out for me was the physical nature of how he wanted the team to play. I really wated to add to and be a part of that.
“It seems that this is a tightly bonded squad and one that wants to bring silverware back to Sandy Park. I’d...
Exeter Chiefs and England centre Henry Slade has committed his future to staying in Devon, signing a new contract with the club.
The 74-cap England international this season celebrated scoring his 1,000th Chiefs point against Gloucester Rugby in round five of the Gallagher PREM. A Chief since 2011, Slade has racked up 259 appearances in all competitions.
Slade said: “It was an easy decision to make to re-sign. To be able to run out at Sandy Park and continue to call this place home for a few more years is brilliant. I feel very privileged and lucky to have played so many...
Exeter Chiefs Women have launched their first-ever Exposed calendar as a bold and empowering project to celebrate the strength, confidence and positivity of female athletes and to raise money for two important causes.
The calendar, available from 11 December 2025, has been driven by the players, who wanted to mirror the success of the long-running men’s Exposed calendar while championing their own message of body positivity. It is the first of its kind in the PWR.
Following a landmark year for women’s rugby and women’s sport, the Chiefs Women’s Exposed calendar shines a...
Exciting developments are underway at Exeter Chiefs Stadium, with local architecture practice KTA Architects leading the design of its next phase of improvements.
Managing Director Ajay Sharma recently discussed the project on The Konkering Pod, a South West based podcast that spotlights local business leaders, founders, and entrepreneurs.
Sharma explained that while the current upgrades to Sand Park are significant, they represents just the beginning of a much larger vision for the stadium’s future.
“There’s so much more to come”, he noted, hinting at ambitious...
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...
