The Latest Sports News from the University of Gloucestershire
Welcome to the Park Life Sport live blog, today we’ve got lot’s of exciting sports stories from across Gloucestershire to come including: Swindon Town, Cheltenham Town, England Rugby, Gloucester Basketball, and much more. Stay tuning for live updates throughout the day, and don’t miss a thing when it comes to Gloucestershire sports news.
Cheltenham Town secured their place in the second round draw of the FA CUP for the third consecutive year, following a two-nil victory against National League outfit on Saturday. Town secured thier place in the hat alonsgide collecting a handsome sum of £47,750 in prize money, courtesy of Jake Evans’ first half strike before George […]
Cheltenham Saracens take the short trip south to Brimscombe & Thrupp for the first round of the Gloucestershire FA Challenge Cup. Saracens come off the back of a 1-0 win against Swindon Supermarine Reserves in the UHL Supplementary Challenge Cup. In the Hellenic League division one they sit fifth, only just in a potential playoff […]
Longlevens AFC reserves co-manager Ben Symons insists his side “doesn’t fear anyone” ahead of their Gloucestershire County Football League clash at AFC Mangotsfield Rocks. Symons side have been on a good run of form, four unbeaten and come off the back of a 4-1 win over Totterdown United solidified their third place position in the […]
Cheltenham racecourse are opening their gates this weekend as they welcome racegoers to the November Meeting, which includes prestigious feature races such as The Schloer Chase, The Paddy Power Gold Cup, and the Unibet Greatwood Handicap Hurdle. The Schloer Chase is the highlight of the Friday, and has produced classy winners such as Jonbon and […]
Lydney Town host Stroud-based outfit Sharpness at The Lydney Recreational Ground in the first round of the GFA Challenge Cup on Tuesday night. The Town currently play at step six of non-league in the Hellenic League Division One, following relegation from the Premier Division last campaign. The Forest of Dean club currently sit 13th after […]
If you think of the great runners of our time, you’d probably be excused if the name Terry Rex doesn’t come to mind. Rex, whose name can be shortened to T-Rex and has the real name Arnie Delstanche, was 20 years old when he was diagnosed with cancer. Now nearly nine years cancer free, Rex […]
The Northern Hemisphere leg of the Nations Championship begun on the weekend with three out of four home nations seeing victory in front of home supporters. Ireland kicked off the weekend on Friday night with a 42-12 battering of Argentina. Hugo Keenan went over the line three times for a hat-trick alongside Dan Sheehan, Sam […]
Friday, November 27th 2025. Steve Cleal has just been appointed as the new manager of Cinderford Town AFC. A familiar face, as he was gaffer at the Causeway Ground from 2020 to 2022. Despite those two years in charge, however, Cleal only ended up taking charge of the Foresters 24 times. COVID-19 was no doubt […]
The Kings’ point guard Felipe Davies believes the team has all the ability to replicate last season’s promotion into the NBL Division One after promising start. Felipe Davies spoke highly of one teammate in particular, Albanian International Elvisi Dusha who has been pivotal in Gloucester’s success. Dusha, who captains his national team, received high praise […]
Since 1980, Cheltenham Canoe club have been bringing the people of Cheltenham together, with regular trips into Wales, down to Dartmoor or even local trips to the Wye or the Avon. As well as local trips, they embark on international trips, with the club, headed by Steve Slater, heading to mainland Europe annually. Typically held […]