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Goals Galore to the Glitter Ball- University of Gloucestershire Graduate Karen Carney’s Journey to Strictly Come Dancing

Ex-Lioness Karen Carney has swapped her studs for sequins whilst she takes part in this year’s Strictly Come Dancing.  Yet, her participation in one of Britain’s most watched TV shows doesn’t only bring pride to her football fans, but also to her academic roots of the University of Gloucestershire, which she graduated from in 2013 […]

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EXCL: Future of UK Pigeon Racing in doubt with sport potentially disappearing within the next decade

Secretary of the Severn Valley Foundation Sylvia Lane believes pigeon racing could potentially disappear within the next two decades as participation and interest continues to fall across the UK. In the late 1980s, the Royal Pigeon Racing Association boasted a rough estimate of 60,000 members, but with numbers falling to 20,000 as of four years […]

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“I’m not going to make excuses as whatever 11 is out there should be strong enough,” Forest Green Rovers Manager Robbie Savage previews Worthing FA Cup clash

“We know Worthing will make it a very difficult game. They’re a good side, it’s on 4G and it will be a good atmosphere,” FGR Manager Robbie Savage appreciates the challenges Worthing will provide his side. “The cameras will be there and we all know why, there might be an upset. We’ve got to guard […]

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“It’s a privilege to play under pressure ” – Forest Green Rovers Tom Knowles on increased attention ahead of FA Cup qualifier against Worthing

“The gaffer’s always said that if every one of us is at it, we’ll beat most teams on our day,” said Tom Knowles, ahead of Forest Green Rovers’ trip to Worthing in the FA Cup. Rovers suffered their first defeat under Savage on Saturday, losing to league leaders Rochdale, but Knowles believes the different competition […]

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“It’s definitely growing”-UOG Gladiator Leo Waterfield on the rise of American football in the UK

UOG Gladiators Leo Waterfield is loving the rise of American Football in the UK, with the positive effect of the London games after the second NFL London game, where the Broncos beat the Jets 13-11. “It’s really enjoyable. It was the Vikings versus the Jets last year. I went with a Jets fan, and to watch […]

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“We were on our way to three points” Cheltenham Town boss Steve Cotterill left frustrated after late equaliser

Cheltenham Town boss Steve Cotterill admitted his side were left frustrated after conceding a stoppage time equaliser in a 1–1 draw, despite what he described as one of their most disciplined displays since his arrival. Embed from Getty Images “We’ve become a victim in the last two games of having a blatant free kick in […]

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“I’m just trying to process it all”- Gloucester City midfielder Joe Hanks after 300th appearance

Joe Hanks has made it his ambition to be second in the appearance list for Gloucester City after he climbed to ninth after the 3-3 draw against Farnham Town. The big feat is just over 100 appearances away, and with Hanks “not planning on going anywhere anytime soon”, it might not be too long before […]

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Record Tour de France stage holder Mark Cavendish almost retiring before equalling famed record

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 […]