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Exeter awaits era-defining tournament as new Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy unveiled and further tickets released

With just 100 days to go until Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 kicks off in Sunderland, World Rugby has today unveiled a bold new trophy – a symbol of the game’s unstoppable global rise – and announced the release of additional tickets for what promises to be a generational moment for the sport.

The trophy will embark on a trip to Exeter on 20 May at Exeter Cathedral, as part of a nationwide tour of England.

Sarah Massey, Managing Director of the Rugby World Cup 2025, and several rugby stars will be in attendance to showcase the new trophy.

Exeter will host seven...

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MK Dons 1 City 0

Exeter City fell to their first defeat of the season as a Kieran Agard penalty saw MK Dons record a 1-0 victory.

The Grecians, backed by a large away following had their chances in both halves, but were reduced to 10 men when Dean Moxey was shown a second yellow card for handball in the box. And, although Agard’s first penalty was saved, his second spot kick – when Stockley handled in the area – was converted.

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City manager Matt Taylor made one change to the starting line-up from the side that beat Cambridge United last time...

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Grecians take all three points on the road

Exeter City beat Cambridge United 2-0 at the Abbey Stadium in Sky Bet League Two.

Early goals from Jonathan Forte and Jayden Stockley made the points safe for the Grecians, but they were given plenty to think about by the home side, despite holding out for all three points on the road.

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The Grecians made three changes to the side that started the 1-1 draw with Newport County last weekend as Craig Woodman, Nicky Law and Lee Martin all came into the side looking to continue the Grecians’ unbeaten start to the season.

And...

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Six Exeter friends to embark on a 670-mile charity cycle ride

Six men will be embarking on a 670-mile cycle trip across Europe next month, with the help of Exeter City FC, in memory of a friend and to raise much-needed funds and awareness for three charities.

The six cyclists – Steve Christie, Christian Webber, Mark Reece, Pete Wallington, Mark Holmes and Rich Cook – will peddle from Portsmouth to Munich on Wednesday, September 19. The date is the birthday of their good friend Jason Cloke who, due to a genetic illness called haemochromatosis, died at the age of 42 in 2010.

The friends, who all met at Exwick Junior School before going...

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Plan your journey: Tour of Britain returns to Devon

Authored by Chris Lake
Posted: Sun, 08/19/2018 - 7:56pm

Residents, commuters and visitors to Barnstaple on Monday September 3 are advised to leave more time for their journey as the Tour of Britain returns to the town.

Starting in Cranbrook, East Devon, the race covers 174km (108miles) of Devon countryside before finishing in Barnstaple town centre - and large numbers of spectators are expected to visit on race day.

In 2012, when Barnstaple held the stage start, more than 220,000 spectators watched the Devon Stage live.

To safely accommodate this major sporting event it is necessary to suspend some parking and close a...

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Points shared at St James Park

Exeter City were held to a 1-1 draw at St James Park by Newport County AFC in Sky Bet League Two.

Despite going ahead through Jayden Stockley's first half header, the Grecians were pegged back by Mark Harris late in the game as the sides shared the points.

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The Grecians made three changes to the side that started the Carabao Cup tie with Ipswich Town in midweek as Dean Moxey, Lee Holmes and Jonathan Forte all came into the side against the Exiles.

A competitive opening 10 minutes saw Mike Flynn’s side create the first...

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Geraint Thomas and Chris Froome confirmed for Tour of Britain

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/17/2018 - 1:00am

Two of the world's cycling superstars, Tour de France heroes Geraint Thomas and Chris Froome, will compete in the Tour of Britain in just two weeks time.

Geraint Thomas, MBE who recently won the 2018 Tour de France will ride in Britain’s biggest professional cycle race for Team Sky. Alongside Geraint will be Chris Froome, OBE, who is the reigning Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a España champion and four time Tour de France winner.

Chris is considered the leading Grand Tour rider of his generation and the first rider to have held all three Grand Tour winners' jerseys at the same...

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Chiefs report 11% increase in season ticket sales

Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Thu, 08/16/2018 - 11:42am

Exeter Chiefs chairman Tony Rowe OBE says it's testament to the 'fantastic backing' the club receive from its loyal supporters that season ticket sales have risen again ahead of the 2018/19 campaign.

Ahead of what will be the Devon club's ninth year in the Gallagher Premiership, the Chiefs have recorded a 11% increase in season ticket sales compared to last season.

As well as the excitement of the upcoming top-flight season, plus another hugely impressive season last term - one which included reaching a third successive Premiership Final and also capturing the Anglo-Welsh...

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City 1 Ipswich Town 1

Exeter City booked their place in the second round of the Carabao Cup with a 4-2 penalty shootout win following a 1-1 draw at St James Park.

Kayden Jackson's first half goal was cancelled out by Troy Brown's header after the break before Lee Martin netted the decisive penalty to send the Grecians into the next round.

Manager Matt Taylor made four changes to the side that started the victory at Morecambe last weekend, with Craig Woodman, Jordan Tillson, Lee Martin and Matt Jay coming into the side.

It was a cagey opening 10 minutes with both sides having spells on...

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Grecians take all three points on the road

Exeter City continued their positive start to the season as they beat Morecambe 2-0 at the Globe Arena.

In what was a tough test for Matt Taylor’s side, they had to defend bravely and take their chances when presented.

And they did just that when Pierce Sweeney comfortably converted a penalty on the stroke of half-time before Jayden Stockley doubled City’s lead with an excellent header just after the hour mark.

City manager Matt Taylor named an unchanged team from the side that beat Carlisle United on the opening day of the season.

However, it was the...

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Devonshire Homes raises over £7,000 for Children’s Hospice South West at inaugural Golf Day

Local independent house builder Devonshire Homes has raised an incredible £7,295.67 for its charity partner, Children’s Hospice South West.

Devonshire Homes welcomed over 120 guests from across the housing and construction sector to its first Charity Golf Day at Downes Crediton Golf Club. Teams of four enjoyed a day on the greens which included 18-holes and a variety of competitions such as the longest drive, challenge the Pro and closest to the pin. The Devonshire Homes team came out on top, winning the prestigious Devonshire Homes Annual Charity Golf Day Trophy.

The day...

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