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3 Sports that are thriving in 2024

Sports have been gripping the world since before we can remember. There is something exciting about supporting a team or a player and watching them work hard each year, for them to win or come close to winning the sport that they excel in. Take football as an example, this year it has been thriving with the premier league being a very close competition - Will Liverpool, Man City or Arsenal win the league this year? If you are a sports fan, it’s hard not to appreciate a season where there’s three teams that can win it.

Darts is another sport that has been thriving this year and so...

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Funding boost for junior Exeter football team

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 03/10/2024 - 7:45pm

An Exeter-based junior football team have secured a £1,000 donation from a local developer.

Persimmon Homes South West – also based in the city – awarded the grant to Stoke Hill AFC Under 9s after an application came from Ryan Cumner, a senior surveyor with the business and a dad to one of the team’s players.

The funds have been used to buy tracksuits, emblazoned with the housebuilder’s logo for the players to keep them warm and dry while training.

Stoke Hill has junior teams running from U7s to U17s, four girls’ team, and a veterans side for over 35s, with a...

Cheltenham Festival: A look ahead to St. Patrick’s Thursday

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 03/08/2024 - 7:42pm

As the exhilarating Cheltenham Festival draws near, National Hunt racing enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the pulsating action set to unfold at Prestbury Park.

Among the Festival's illustrious days, St. Patrick's Thursday (Day Three) stands out as a celebration of Irish culture, camaraderie, and, of course, top-class horse racing.

With a stellar lineup of races promising thrills and spills, March 14, 2024, promises to be a day etched in the archives of racing history.

The Turners’ Novices Chase (Grade 1)

Kicking off the day's proceedings is the...

Wheelchair basketball booming in Exeter thanks to inspirational coach and player

Dozens of wheelchair basketball players are beating a path to an Exeter sports centre to take up a sport which is booming in Devon’s capital city.

And that’s partly thanks to the inspiration of ex-professional player and coach Jack Davey, who’s made Wonford Sports Centre in Exeter his second home.

The enthusiastic 29-year-old has 50 members attending training sessions for Exeter Otters, the UK’s oldest wheelchair basketball club (founded in 1980).

Some may find Jack’s choice of Wonford as a training centre, a strange choice, but according to the coach and...

Analysing the last five winners of the National Hunt Chase

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 03/08/2024 - 2:16pm

The Cheltenham Festival's National Hunt Chase is a testament to endurance, expertise, and unyielding resolve — each renewal weaving its unique narrative into the fabric of the iconic Prestbury Park meeting.

The Cheltenham odds are in favour of the Willie Mullins-trained Embassy Gardens this year, as he looks to join a long list of winners who have captivated audiences with stunning displays at Cheltenham Racecourse.

Without further ado, let’s take a deep dive into the last five winners — reliving the drama and memorable performances that will go down in the race’s rich...

Could Noble Yeats Add Another Triumph to His CV at Cheltenham Races?

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Fri, 03/08/2024 - 10:42am

Noble Yeats is one of the most successful horses in recent memory. Can he add another triumph to his CV at Cheltenham this year? Find out here.

Football pitches to be created in Exeter for the grassroots game

Grassroots football in Exeter is set to receive a boost with the announcement that three football pitches are to be created.

A baseball pitch will also be laid out at the Bromham’s Farm Field site as part of the project. The site is owned by Exeter City Council.

Work will start in April and it is hoped that the playing surfaces should be ready for action in 2026. The project is being funded by the Environment Agency, who used the location as a site compound for the city’s flood defence scheme.

Playing surface creator Carrick Sports have been appointed to carry...

Gordon Elliott Aiming for Cheltenham Triumph

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 03/05/2024 - 3:49pm

Tuesday 12 March sees one of the biggest sporting and betting events of the year gear as the mighty Cheltenham Festival moves into view. Click here to discover the latest odds and offers ahead of the Prestbury Park showpiece.

Irish Trainers to the Fore

When racing fans discuss trainers associated with the prestigious Cheltenham Festival , Willie Mullins often springs to mind. Mullins has established himself as the dominant force at the March meeting, possessing a formidable squad of contenders year after year. However, amidst the competition, Gordon Elliott is one of the...

Betting on the Bounce: Analyzing the Impact of Rugby Events on Australian Online Casino Traffic

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 03/05/2024 - 10:09am

Online casinos and rugby are separate realms that don't seem to have anything in common. While the other is an activity requiring strategy and mental focus, the first is a physical sport requiring strength and agility. One might think that linking these two is a bit far of a stretch. But when we take a closer look at these two seemingly opposite worlds, there are strings that connect them and produce mutual benefits in ways more than one.

Exploring the Connection

To understand this harmony between rugby events and online casinos, we must look at what happens during a...

Irish Dominance at the Cheltenham Festival? – Willie Mullins' Best Chances

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 03/04/2024 - 12:52pm

With the 2024 Cheltenham Festival looming on the horizon, punters assessing the latest offers, such as those listed in this blog , are eagerly anticipating another spectacular showcase of equine talent and sporting drama. Renowned for its thrills and spills on and off the track, this prestigious event promises to crown champions, confirm new stars, and deliver multiple victories for Irish trainers, with none more poised for success than the illustrious Willie Mullins.

Can Anyone Stop Mullins?

As the undisputed King of the Cheltenham Hill, Mullins reigns supreme atop the...

A Punter's Guide: How to Find the Best Cheltenham Festival Betting Odds

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 02/26/2024 - 10:41pm

Welcome, fellow punters! With the Cheltenham Festival around the corner, it's time we delve into the heart of horse racing betting – the odds. Understanding and finding the best Cheltenham Festival betting odds can be the difference between a good day at the races and a great one. This guide aims to equip you with tips and strategies to find and compare the best odds for this prestigious event.

The Importance of Comparing Odds Why Compare?

In the world of betting, odds are everything. They determine how much you stand to win from your wager. Different bookmakers can offer varying...

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