The Latest Sports News from the University of Gloucestershire
There are many unsung heroes within the footballing world, and Chris Farr has certainly been one of those during his time in the sport. Well-known in the Gloucestershire scene, he started out at Forest Green Rovers, and his introduction to the role wasn’t in typical fashion. “I was at the University of Gloucestershire working, and […]
Gala Wilton’s new joint head coach, Harrison Ward, has teamed up with Gloucester City chairman, Colin Taylor’s son, Josh Taylor, to guide the Gloucestershire side away from relegation danger. Ward, 31, commented on being paired with Josh and what the future may bring, “Josh is a really good coach from what I can see, he’s […]
Wolves under-18s head coach Richard Walker was in a reflective mood after his side’s performance, especially with a poor second half in their U18 Premier League fixture on Saturday afternoon. “I thought first was a really good game, a competitive game. They turned up in the key moments and they went their way, but between […]
While Thornbury Town manager Richard Joyce is disappointed to lose star striker Callum Chambers, he also sees the positives in players moving up the football pyramid. Southern Premier Division One South team Larkhall Athletic signed Chambers last month, who scored 17 goals in 28 games. It is quite a tally to lose at any level, […]
Cirencester Town boss James Mortimer-Jones believed his team could have done better in possession after their 4-3 home defeat to Roman Glass St. George. Despite the seven-goal thriller, Mortimer-Jones felt like his side could have done more, “It was a crazy game but we’re disappointed with our performance.” Harrison Reeves gave the Centurions the lead […]
Swansea City manager Luke Williams believes that Bristol City can become genuine play-off contenders under their “brilliant” head coach Liam Manning. Following the Swans’ smash and grab 1-0 win at Ashton Gate on Sunday, the Robins’ former academy boss (2017-2019) praised the progress that the club have made since Manning was appointed as head coach […]
Swansea City boss Luke Williams believes that a change in shape may benefit his side ahead of hosting Sheffield Wednesday this week after a 1-0 win away to Bristol City on Sunday. “It is another huge test; they have a brilliant manager (Danny Röhl) that is really in tune with his team. They are a […]
Gloucester City boss Mike Cook has expressed his excitement after Elis Watts grabbed his first goal for the club against Basingstoke Town after signing from Hungerford Town last month. Watts scored a fantastic goal from well outside of the box, as the spoils were shared in a 1-1 draw in the Southern Football League, Premier […]
Bristol City head coach Liam Manning believes that the Robins are making progress, despite a poor attacking display in their 1-0 defeat by Swansea City on Sunday. The Reds had 19 shots in the loss, 16 of which were taken within the box, and also had 36 touches in the opposition’s penalty area, but could […]
Following an impressive 2-1 win over Eastleigh at the weekend, Forest Green Rovers boss Steve Cotterill shared his delight at the progress that his side are making this season. That victory was not only vital in Rovers’ hunt for promotion from the National League, but it was also a historic win that saw Cotterill’s side […]