The Latest Sports News from the University of Gloucestershire
“We’ve put in some of our best performances in the cup and we’re hoping to do the same on Wednesday,” says University of Gloucestershire midfielder Adam Smith with confidence ahead of their cup final. “They are a good side (UWE) having faced them in pre-season we know a little bit about them but the final […]
After making his 100th appearance against Gloucester City’s 5-0 win over Wimborne, captain Keiran Thomas becomes the 153rd City player to reach the achievement since 1889. The defender was awarded a celebratory plaque by his manager Daf Williams before their home match vs Bracknell Town on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Jamie Brain “It felt incredible to […]
International Women’s Day provides an opportunity to reflect on progress, challenge inequality and celebrate the incredible achievements of women across all areas of society. In football, one movement that has become central to that conversation is Her Game Too – a campaign determined to ensure that sport is a welcoming space for everyone. That message was visible […]
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, […]
Longlevens head to The Lawns to face Cribbs FC in the Hellenic League Wiseman Lighting Floodlit Cup quarter-finals, aiming to secure a place in the semi-finals. Manager Peter Boyle is relishing the challenge and has prepared his side meticulously for the clash. “Cup games are always about who wants it more. It’s a cliché, but […]
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 […]
Mark Lester took over the Stourbridge Under-21s team from Dean Peer and Wayne Beddoe at the end of last season as they stepped up to the Under-23s, whilst also being the Head of Junior Development at the club. When asked his thoughts on his side’s league performance so far, he said, “The word I’d use […]
“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 […]