Good morning and welcome to Park Life Sport’s live blog on Monday, November 11th. Stay tuned throughout the day to get the latest breaking stories. We will hear from trainers leading up to the November racing meet, reaction from Gloucester City and Cheltenham Town and much more.
“It’s always tough playing against 10 men” – Cheltenham Town Manager Michael Flynn After 1-1 Draw Against Bromley
Cheltenham Town manager, Michael Flynn has stated that “it’s hard to play against 10 men” after his side’s 1-1 draw against newly-promoted Bromley. The first-half at the EV Charger Points Stadium brought chaos as Bromley’s Carl Jenkinson received two yellows to get sent off and take the Ravens down to 10 men. Shortly after the […]
Muay Thai’s rapid growth in the UK: UOG fighter Olly Luscombe discusses the rise of the sport and training struggles at University
Muay Thai, the centuries-old martial art from Thailand, has seen rapid growth in the UK in recent years. What was once a niche sport now attracts a diverse mix of casual fitness enthusiasts and serious competitors. Olly Luscombe, a passionate Muay Thai fighter, sat down to discuss the sport’s expansion, the challenges he has faced […]
“As long as we win the league, I’m happy” – UoG Men’s Football 1’s goalkeeper Dan Smith on team’s unbeaten start and ambitions this season
University of Gloucestershire Men’s Football 1’s goalkeeper, Dan Smith has praised his side’s performances so far this campaign. The team are off to a brilliant start, winning every match and not conceding a single goal. “We had a really good preseason. We played the (UoG) 2’s to start with, and comfortably beat them 5-0. It […]
It’s Down To The Wire As Reading Host Newport County For A Place Into The Knockout Stages Of The Bristol Street Motors Trophy
Cheltenham Town have already topped The Bristol Street Motors Trophy Southern Group H and it’s over to Reading and Newport County to battle it out for 2nd spot which would see either side through to the knockout stages. An absolute ROCKET 🚀🔥 @CTFCofficial #EFL | #BristolStreetMotorsTrophy pic.twitter.com/QcuBT2J6V7 — Bristol Street Motors Trophy (@BSM_Trophy) November 5, […]
“It was a dream come true” – Cinderford Town striker, Alex Bonthron on representing Wales in UEFA Regions Cup last year and recent win against Falmouth
Last season, Alex Bonthron accomplished something that not many people in the lower leagues of football can relate to, representing their country. Bonthron had a standout season last year in the Cymru South, scoring 30 goals and 10 assists in 28 games, and even won the golden boot. He reminisced on when he was selected […]
Gamer or footballer? Why not both? Former Villa & Arsenal Esports player Kyle Rowley is living the dream!
Kyle Rowley is not only a semi-professional footballer playing in step three with Redditch United, but also a FIFA sensation, although he constantly remarks that ‘football is priority’. “I’ve been doing it for the last three years, so incorporating that to football is pretty easy as you can imagine. Football will always take priority no […]
“I’ve said time and time again, we want to get into the second tier”- Oxford United Women’s manager Sam Rose on defeat to Hashtag United
Oxford United Women’s manager Sam Rose reflects on his side’s 2-0 away defeat to table toppers Hashtag United. Rose was disappointed with his sides unfortunate and dispiriting times to concede, that being late on in both halves. “It’s not the result we wanted at all, and I’m really disappointed with how it finished, especially with […]
“I want to improve my rugby and play as high as I can” – Cinderford Rugby lock Ben Carpenter talks about his rugby career and what the future has in store
Every sportsman has a different journey to start their career, and Cinderford Rugby lock Ben Carpenter is no different. Being introduced to rugby in secondary school, his passion for the sport was initiated from his PE teacher, and since then has been a huge part of his life. “When I was in year seven I […]
“I’m settling in quite quickly” – Redditch United defender Kyle Rowley elaborates on his super start to his career at the Reds
Kyle Rowley, 28, has enjoyed a remarkable start to life at Redditch United winning three of his five games since joining the Worcestershire-based outfit a month ago. Rowley was pleased with his first game as he looks to build on the positive start he’s made: “I’m settling in quite quickly to be honest, going straight […]
“There’s always a chance to compete at your best” – Emmie Parsons, University of Gloucestershire’s swim team vice-captain on preparation for BUCS
As one of the most highly anticipated events in the university sports calendar draws closer, the University of Gloucestershire swim team is preparing for the British University and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Championships, set to take place next week. Find out more here: https://www.bucs.org.uk/events-page/swimming-para-swimming-short-course-championships-2024-25.html Despite a season of changes, the team is brimming with excitement, team […]