The Latest Sports News from the University of Gloucestershire
From a background of running and swimming, it seems inevitable these days that a switch to all three is on the cards for anyone who dips their toes into two of them. And Freya Seymour is no different, excelling at both in the pool and on the track, she says she’s wanted to give it […]
Gloucestershire boxer Anton Esson says he wants to fight for gold in the near future before his step up in class on Saturday as he fights at the O2 arena on the undercard of Joseph Parker v Fabio Wardley The Bishop Cleeve resident has high aspirations of rising through the ranks, but he wants to […]
“It’s important to stay grateful for the opportunity we have, for the pitch we’re playing on, the boots we have on, and the people back home who are supporting us, who love us more than we’ll ever know.” These are the words of University Degrees Abroad (UDA) Gloucester footballer, and University of Gloucestershire Media and […]
The son of England and Nottingham Forest legend Stuart Pearce died in a tractor crash last week, Gloucestershire police have confirmed. Harley Pearce, 21, died at the scene in Witcombe on Thursday following a crash that happened on Old Birdlip Hill A417. The Pearce family described him as “a golden boy with an infectious smile.” “A soul who […]
Joe Morrell has announced his retirement from football via his social media after long injury battles. Morrell played 39 games for Cheltenham town and scored three goals from 2017-2018. The Welshmen also was capped 37 times for Wales and represented his country at the Euros and World Cup. The 28-year-old midfielder announced his retirement […]
Ian Holloway’s Swindon Town side returns to the Nigel Eady County Ground as they host Notts County following defeat at the hands of Accrington Stanley. The Reds travelled to Lancashire with the opportunity to go top; however, they would ultimately suffer a 4-0 defeat with Paddy Madden getting a hat-trick to give Stanley the points. […]
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam was left happy with his side after a 49-34 victory against Gloucester at Kingsholm. Lam’s side are now on a two-game winning run and are showing the signs of a team that will tough it out. HOW BOUT THEM BEARS? 🐻 #GLOvBRI | #BristolBears pic.twitter.com/ePkzppaGKF — Bristol Bears 🐻 (@BristolBears) […]
University of Gloucestershire Karting Club’s Finn Houlihan is ‘thrilled’ to move from virtual racing to the British Universities Karting Championship in the team’s debut season. The Irishman enjoyed a short but stellar Esports career. The 18-year-old took two championship victories in 2021, winning the ABS Racing League and the ETSR championship. He also recorded an […]
The FA Women’s National League Cup First Round concluded on Sunday, seeing Cheltenham Town and Swindon Town progress into the Second Round. Cheltenham Town would beat Southampton 2-1 at home to get to this point, as Louise Apuusi and Libby Bell scored the goals to see the Robins through to the last 16 for the […]
“We’re trying to bring a new look to what snooker clubs should be like,” stated Maxi Lounge owner Matt Lancaster ahead of the venue’s opening on Saturday, October 25. The facility, in Yate Shopping Centre, boasts 17 billiards tables – including top-quality Star heated snooker tables, Mosconi Cup snooker tables and a Chinese eight-ball table […]