The Latest Sports News from the University of Gloucestershire
Mark Cavendish revealed he almost quit cycling after a “split second decision” left him without that elusive 35th stage win in the Tour de France in 2021. Widely considered the greatest ever sprinter, the 40 year old was speaking at the Cheltenham Literature Festival for the release of his new book, ‘Believe’. In his new […]
West Brom Women dispatched Stoke City 2-0 at the Alexander Stadium in the FA Women’s National League Cup. Goals from Phoebe Warner and Monique Robinson sealed the Baggies’ place in the next round, with Siobhan Hodgetts-Still impressed by her side’s attacking first half and resilient second. “I’m really pleased that we’re through to the next […]
Former England international Matt Upson has praised the work done by Robbie Savage in his opening 16 games as Forest Green Rovers manager. “Whether you liked him or not as a player, you respected how he got the best out of himself,” said Upson, who shared the pitch with Savage as Birmingham City teammates been […]
“People were telling me this will be the last time I play football, all I want to do is prove them wrong.” Gloucester City midfielder Aaron Wildig is defying the limits by proving that you can continue doing what you enjoy, even despite suffering one of the most dreaded injuries in football. “It’s been really […]
Cheltenham Town and Forest Green Rovers will both discover their FA Cup first round opponents in tonight’s draw. Being an EFL side, Cheltenham are automatically in the hat for round one and are ball number 14. Forest Green however will have to come through a Fourth Round Qualifying tie tonight to confirm their place in […]
West Brom Women secured their place in the next round of the FA Women’s National League Cup with a 2-0 victory over Stoke City at the Alexander Stadium. Full-back Ella Haughey praised her team, highlighting their strong first-half performance and resilient second-half display against the Potters. “Yeah, buzzing, the girls did really well first half, […]
Gloucester City manager Daf Williams admits to frustration over scheduling after another game on Monday night against Bracknell Town. After City’s late win on Saturday against Sholing through a Harry Pinchard penalty, the Tigers sit second in the league with 23 points after only 10 games, behind Walton & Hersham. Their opponents, on the other […]
“I expect the league to be very competitive but I think that our levels can go up as well,” Striker Callum Bridge is heading into the new season full of confidence. University of Gloucestershire Men’s Football Firsts make their anticipated return to Western Tier Two on Wednesday afternoon after four years away from the division. […]
Siobhan Hodgetts-Still believes it’s vital for players and fans alike to speak openly and honestly about mental health. World Mental Health Day was marked on Friday, October 10, and Hodgetts-Still says the topic is close to her heart and believes raising awareness is key to showing that it’s okay to have off days. “I think […]
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