Exeter Chiefs have added depth to their front row with the signing of prop Ethan Burger at the outset of the 2024/25 season.
The young prop joins from university side Tuks Rugby in South Africa. Spotted by the Chiefs coaches for his potential, he will be a new addition to the Chiefs scrum under the guidance of Rob Hunter and Ross McMillan.
Burger is extremely excited to immerse himself in the Chiefs environment and develop himself on the field as he learns from the experience of those around him, players and coaches alike.
Exeter Chiefs have recruited talented Argentinian international lock, Franco Molina, for the 2024/25 season.
The 27-year-old Puma powerhouse arrives in Devon having never played club rugby outside of South America before. He describes the prospect of a Gallagher Premiership debut as exciting opportunity to test his skillset.
“I signed for Exeter Chiefs because I wanted to go to a club that is really competitive and that makes me continue to improve as a player. I think the Chiefs are the right place for that.
“The prospect of playing in the Premiership really...
Exeter Chiefs and Ben Coen have put pen to paper on the young fly half’s first contract ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Coen was one of four Chiefs Academy players who recently won the World Rugby U20 Championship with England U20 alongside Chiefs senior coach Haydn Thomas.
The young fly-half, who has been a member of the Chiefs Academy since he was 15 years old, is delighted to have signed his first contract with the club he grew up following.
“It’s a dream come true to sign with the Chiefs. Being a local lad, I was always a massive supporter of the club growing...
Eight new players will run out for Exeter Chiefs Women when they travel to Hartpury University Stadium to take on Gloucester-Hartpury on Sunday.
In the first of two pre-season PWR Up Series friendlies for every league club, Chiefs will kick-off at 14:00 against the reigning PWR champions before turning their attention to Bristol Bears at Sandy Park the following Sunday.
Both games offer Chiefs’ coaches a chance to see new, returning and existing squad members in action while international players are away with their home nation teams.
Exeter Chiefs have named their side to face Welsh URC side, Ospreys, at Sandy Park on Saturday afternoon as the 2024/25 Cup Kit is due to be launched on gameday.
Rob Baxter has named his side for the second weekend of pre-season friendlies ahead of the new Gallagher Premiership season.
Following a double header against London Scottish and Cornish Pirates two weeks ago, it is the turn of the Ospreys to make the trip to Devon to take on Baxter’s side.
A front row of Scott Sio, Dan Frost and Ehren Painter prepare to face their Welsh counterparts in the scrum....
Exeter Chiefs have signed loosehead prop Kwenzo Blose to add depth to the forward pack ahead of the 2024/25 season.
The nimble front rower, who is a former South African Under 20, moves to the Northern Hemisphere from United Rugby Championship side, DHL Stormers.
Settling into Devon following a pre-season spent with Chiefs, Blose is excited to add to the Chiefs shirt and take to the field with his new teammates.
“I’m really excited to join the Chiefs and I’m looking forward to contributing as much as I can to the club’s success.
Exeter Chiefs and Wales lock Dafydd Jenkins will miss the beginning of the 2024/25 season following surgery on his knee and shoulder.
Director of Rugby, Rob Baxter gave an update on the injuries and the possible recovery period for his first team captain.
“It’s tough and frustrating for Dafydd but he’s had surgery on a knee issue sustained on summer tour with Wales, then he’s had a sore shoulder slash rotator cuff type of injury as well. Both the club and Wales feel now is the right time to have them both addressed.
Exeter Chiefs are pleased to announce that Sika UK have joined the club as main club partner for the 2024/25 season in a deal which will also see the company become the new front of shirt sponsor.
Sika’s logo will feature on the front of all three men’s matchday kits for the new season. In addition, Sika have become the new principal community partner, supporting the club in its extensive outreach work across the south-west.
Truly looking to cement their connection with the club, Sika will sponsor Welsh international and team captain Dafydd Jenkins for the season....
Callum Douglas from the Exeter Chiefs HITZ programme, has been recognised for his achievements on and off the pitch with a nomination for the Academic Achiever Award at the this year’s Premiership Rugby HITZ Awards.
A young star with a story of self-discipline, commitment and courage, Callum has worked against all odds to improve his own life and the lives of others within the inclusive environment, fondly referred to by its participants as the ‘HITZ family’.
This award recognises the journey a young person on HITZ has taken in their academic development. It also...
Exeter Chiefs Men’s and Women’s sides have welcomed many new players to Sandy Park ahead of this season and we are giving you the opportunity to meet them off the pitch as well as getting some incredible insights into the way Director of Rugby Rob Baxter OBE goes about his recruitment.
Baxter said: “We have made quite a few changes in the off-season with a great new bunch of lads who are fitting in well with the Exeter Chiefs ethos and culture. We have seen many of our new players in action in the Premiership Rugby Cup, while this event gives supporters a chance to meet them in...
