The Latest Sports News from the University of Gloucestershire
“You’ve got to keep eating away at the industry before you actually get rid of the industry as a whole, and that’s our aim.” Cheltenham Festival. 2006. 20 years ago. For Dene Stanstall, that year was a turning point in his life, and one that forced him to confront the hidden cost behind one of […]
Bristol City head coach Gerhard Struber has described the Robins’ recent defeats as a “hit in the face,” as his side looks to end their losing streak against Leicester City this evening. The Robins have fallen to three straight defeats in all competitions, and sit tenth in the Championship table, seven points adrift of the […]
As thousands of racegoers descend on Cheltenham Festival this week, animal rights campaigners are once again raising concerns about the welfare of horses involved in the sport. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has urged the public to avoid attending horse racing events, arguing that the industry puts animals at risk of serious […]
Harry Brook’s T20 England side have come second in their group stage, progressing through to the Super 8’s. England beat Italy by 24 runs, winning the toss and electing to bat first where they put up a total of 202/7 from their 20 overs. It was a solid batting performance, headlined by Will Jacks making […]
Cheltenham Town travelled to Barnet on Saturday and walked away with a point on the road as the game finished 0-0. The Robins we’re down to ten men after Arkell Jude-Boyd was shown a second yellow card in the ninth minute of added time for his late tackle on Phillip Chinedu. Sam Sherring reflected on […]
“I’m incredibly honoured and grateful to have been selected (for the England University Squad). It’s a huge achievement for me personally and a reflection of the work I’ve put in”, University of Gloucestershire forward Jax Hundt on making the England University South Squad. Hundt added, “It’s an honour to represent the University (of Gloucestershire), UDA, […]
The biggest name in horse racing, Constitution Hill. The 2022 Supreme and 2023 Champion hurdle winner has risen to media stardom for Owner Michael Buckley and Seven Barrows trainer Nicky Henderson. However, his recent exploits are producing a divide in the racing world. Once a slick jumper of his obstacles, he has now fallen on […]
Former Cheltenham Town assistant manger Aaron Downes has been appointed as the new first team manager at National League North side Hereford FC. The Bulls confirmed Downes’ arrival on Monday morning, with the 40-year-old being contracted until the end of the 2025/26 campaign. The former Torquay United defender has been out of work since departing […]
University of Gloucestershire Men’s Football host Solent University at Plock Court on Wednesday afternoon, where a win could potentially secure a second title in two seasons. Midfielder Adam Smith is confident that the team can get over the line, whether that is on the day or further down the line. “It would obviously be great […]
“You take something from everyone you work with, and at Cheltenham, watching Michael Duff and his staff run sessions had a huge influence on how I structure training,” Richard Joyce said. Joyce credits several people as inspirations for his coaching style, drawing heavily on his four years at Cheltenham Town as a communications manager. One […]