The University of Gloucestershire Netball 3’s team concluded their BUCS season with a hard-fought 33-49 loss to Bournemouth in their final game on Wednesday. Despite the defeat, team captain Olivia Clinkard shared her pride in the team’s performance, calling it one of their best displays of the season. “The performance against Bournemouth on Wednesday was […]
Author: Aliyah Ahmed
“I’m running for a cause close to my heart” – UoG’s Hannah Niles takes on the Bath 20k to raise awareness for Dyslexia
“I decided that I wanted to run this to raise awareness around dyslexia, as I was diagnosed with it at the age of seven,” says Hannah Niles in preparation for one of her biggest challenges yet. For Hannah Niles the Bath Half-Marathon is more than just a physical test; it’s an opportunity to raise awareness […]
“Finals are what we strive for – I’m looking forward to it”- Cheltenham Town Women’s Captain on Forest Green Rovers win and cup final spot
Cheltenham Town Women delivered a commanding 8-0 victory against Forest Green Rovers Women in the Gloucestershire County Cup semi-finals last night. The club has secured a spot in two upcoming finals. The impressive win at home showcased the team’s clinical finishing and growing confidence. They now look forward to competing for more silverware this year. […]
Simon Galpin: “We Are Who We Are. A Grassroots Ladies Football Team, That Try to The Best” – Cheltenham Saracens reach semi-finals of Gloucestershire’s FA Cup
“It’s one nil, a one-nil win counts” says the Cheltenham Saracens manager after earning a place in the Gloucestershire’s Women’s FA Cup Semi-Final. The Cheltenham Saracens Women edged past local rivals Cheltenham Civil Defence Service with a narrow 1-0 victory in the Gloucestershire Women’s FA Cup quarter-final, securing their place in the last four. A […]
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 […]
“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 […]