YMCA is an organisation in Cheltenham that focus on helping out those who are struggling with mental health issues. The group have set up sports groups that help encourage people of all fitness’s to get active and take up a new hobby. Shane Burrows, a futsal coach at the club, spoke about the importance of […]
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The Gloucestershire relegation fight continues for Cheltenham Town, Forest Green Rovers and Gloucester City
With game quickly running out the fight for survival in Gloucestershire continues as Forest Green Rovers, Cheltenham Town and Gloucester City all still sit in relegation spots. Its been a tough campaign for all three sides with managerial changes for each team during this season. Cheltenham Town Position – 21st out of 24 with 10 […]
The Gold Cup: How much money the top five horse owners earn in the festival’s main event
Last year, it was Galopin Des Champs that stormed to victory in the Gold Cup as Paul Townend guided the pair over the line before celebrating his victory wildly. Yet how much did Galopin Des Champs win for owner, Audrey Hurley? The Gold Cup 2024 prize pot * 1st place – £351,688 2nd place – […]
“With the rivalry there is always more to these games” University of Gloucestershire Men’s Footballer Jasper Hudson On upcoming Varsity fixture.
After last year’s fixture was cancelled, University of Gloucestershire men’s football will be competing in Varsity as they take on the University of Worcestershire next week. Jasper Hudson, a first year student was included in the Varsity squad in the recent announcement. The 19 year old full-back said: “I was fairly happy, obviously progressing from […]
‘I love winning’ – Gloucester King’s Head Coach James Bowers following last-gasp victory
Gloucester City Kings finished their NBL Division 3 season with a last-minute win against Plymouth Marjon Patriots, Head Coach James Bowers says: “When we play that kind of freedom, good things can happen.” “It’s been a journey for us this year and this team is really starting to bond and come together and it’s a […]
Confirmed: Spencer Hamilton’s leg is NOT broken as Gloucester City wait for further updates
Gloucester City lost 7-3 against Boston United on Saturday in a day to forget at the Tiger Turf stadium, though a further dampener brought the game to a new low as centre back and captain Spencer Hamilton dived into a tackle in the last seconds though didn’t get back up. Spencer Hamilton was the stretchered […]
Gloucester City Kings take 97-96 last-minute winner against Plymouth Marjon Patriots
Gloucester City Kings took a hard-fought 97-96 win against visitors Plymouth Marjon in the final NBL game of the season. The Kings finished their second NBL Division 3 season in sixth, improving from last season’s ninth place. Hensy Sako, a Plymouth Marjon student, played an outstanding game scoring 42 points as the highest-scoring player on […]
“There’s nothing like it” says UOG Equestrian Katie Prout ahead of The Cheltenham Races
UOG Equestrian Katie Prout believes this time of year is “a special moment and time to be a university student in Cheltenham” ahead of the annual Cheltenham Festival upcoming this week. People across the country visit Cheltenham every year for one of the most prestigious elite sporting events. The famous Cheltenham races are around the corner […]
The EFL is failing football and local communities are hurting from the consequences of poor ownership
Untrustworthy owners are becoming a huge problem in football and more research and investigation is needed when approving the purchase of a club. At the heart of every football club is an owner, who invests money to keep the club alive. However, amongst the majority of good owners who are looking to improve a club, […]
The Swindon Wildcats shutout their southwest rivals Bristol Pitbulls 6-0 at The Link Centre
Swindon Wildcats coach Aaron Nell was “delighted” with his teams 6-0 victory against the Bristol Pitbulls this weekend, solidifying their third place spot. After narrowly losing 2-1 on Friday night to top of the table Leeds Knights, it was a huge turnaround performance with Renny Marr picking up his third shutout of the season. Nell […]