The Latest Sports News from the University of Gloucestershire
We see it all the time, football players scoring against former teams. Factors such as heightened emotion like anger or determination, or the familiarity of tactics through knowing the team’s playing style and weaknesses from their time as a player. In most cases it comes down to motivation and a desire to prove themselves against a former side. […]
Cirencester Town boss James Mortimer-Jones crashed out of the Marsh Challenge Cup on Saturday after wanting to “play more football” on a heavy pitch against Clanfield FC. Mortimer-Jones’ Centurions took the lead early in the second half with a “great finish” from centre-back Andy Lewis but were forced to penalties after a late Clanfield equaliser.Mortimer-Jones […]
Xander Howgate believes “the key to the teams preparation has been consistency and perfecting our game each session”. The 22 year-old exclaims that “As a team we have strong individuals who can win us a game and win us Varsity this year, but we are focusing on being a team and bringing each other up”. […]
Cheltenham Town Ladies were suited and booted ready for action on the weekend as they travelled to face AFC Wimbledon Women, but sudden turn of events saw the game called off due to ground conditions a very late decision was made after the ladies were just about to step onto the field for warm ups. […]
With a delighted look on his face, Ethan Williams recalled, “It was a training ground move, I’m just glad that it went in”, after giving Cheltenham Town the lead at the EV Charger Points Stadium and scoring his first home goal for the club since joining on loan from Manchester United. A first goal on […]
Hartpury University manager Martin Longworth admits that it has been impossible for his team to ignore the prospect of playing at Wembley Stadium, should they reach the final of the FA Vase. The team battled from a goal behind to come away as 2-1 victors over Erith and Belvedere in the quarter-final on Saturday. The […]
Bristol City Assistant head coach Chris Hogg claims they need to “earn the right” to beat Millwall ahead of the match on Tuesday night. With a break from competitive Championship football, Bristol City are using the time to reflect and refine ahead of their return to action on Tuesday. “It does feel strange, I’m not […]
Justin Edinburgh passed away in June 2019 after suffering a cardiac arrest in a gym with no defibrillator on site.Since his passing his son Charlie Edinburgh set up the Justin Edinburgh 3 Foundation in his name. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Justin Edinburgh 3 Foundation (@je3foundation) “I remember those five days […]
Ethan Staddon shared the ‘family mentality’ as Bath Rugby fought back from a 21-0 deficit to overcome Harlequins 39-28 at The Recreation Ground. The Blue Black and White will be travelling to Newcastle to face-off against the Falcons at the Kingston Park Stadium in the semi-finals of the Premiership Rugby Cup. 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢-𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 🔵⚫️⚪️ After […]
Bristol City’s Zak Vyner says his side are ‘raring to go’ ahead of their midweek clash against Millwall that could be vital for their playoff hopes. City have had a brief 11 day break from action due to FA Cup fixtures, but with three points currently between the Robins and the playoffs Vyner emphasised the […]