The Exeter Chiefs have given their backing to a new local currency due to launch in the city this September. One of the largest independent businesses in Exeter, the Premiership rugby club has committed to become part of Exeter Pound. Not only will an image from Sandy Park feature on a special £E15 note issued to mark the Rugby World Cup arriving in the city, but the Chiefs have also pledged accept the Exeter Pounds and will look to spend them with their suppliers. The currency will be launched in September before the tournament comes to the city in a bid to encourage people to support...
Having seen his side return to winning ways in the Aviva Premiership last weekend, Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter is hoping for more of the same at Harlequins tomorrow (Saturday 3pm).
Last Saturday’s 46-17 home win over Newcastle Falcons was just the pick-me-up the Westcountry outfit needed following a turgid run of league form either side of Christmas.
Four successive losses meant the Chiefs had allowed a number of their top flight rivals around them to close in - and with it create a bit of log-jam with regards to the positioning around the top end of the table....
With excitement building ahead of Rugby World Cup 2015, schools are being offered the opportunity to be part of the ceremonies which will welcome the 20 participating teams to the Tournament in England and Wales.
Each of the 20 teams will be officially welcomed to the Tournament and their respective Team Base regions by local schools in September 2015.
The Welcome Ceremonies, delivered by Tournament Organiser, England Rugby 2015, will feature a performance by the selected schools, as well as a celebration of the local community and the game.
With excitement building ahead of Rugby World Cup 2015, schools are being offered the opportunity to be part of the ceremonies which will welcome the 20 participating teams to the Tournament in England and Wales.
Each of the 20 teams will be officially welcomed to the Tournament and their respective Team Base regions by local schools in September 2015.
The Welcome Ceremonies, delivered by Tournament Organiser, England Rugby 2015, will feature a performance by the selected schools, as well as a celebration of the local community and the game.
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter believes new signing Michele Campagnaro can help add some additional ‘X-Factor’ to his side’s back division next season.
Having already bolstered his options with the recruitment of both Geoff Parling and Ollie Woodburn in recent weeks, Baxter has ventured a little further afield for his third new capture who joins from Rabo ProDirect 12 side Benetton Treviso.
As always, the Chiefs supremo and his coaching team have monitored Campagnaro’s performance for some time and having put together a detailed assessment of the Mirano-born back, they...
Italian international Michele Campagnaro says the challenge of testing himself in English rugby’s Aviva Premiership is one that excites him after he today sealed a move to Exeter Chiefs.
The 21-year-old back will depart Benetton Treviso for Sandy Park at the end of the current campaign having put pen to paper on a two-year deal with Rob Baxter’s side.
Capped 13 times by his country, Campagnaro’s arrival in the Westcountry is yet another big statement of intent from the Chiefs, who have already added both Geoff Parling and Ollie Woodburn to their ranks for the 2015/16 season...
Ninety guests joined The Down’s Syndrome Association(DSA) and Down Syndrome International(DSi) at Sandy Park on February 6th for an exclusive Evening with Damon Hill OBE.
Damon Hill hosted a champagne reception and dinner before giving a unique insight in to the life behind his public persona. Damon entertained everyone with wonderful stories about his childhood, about his father Graham Hill and his own successful motor racing career which resulted in him becoming Formula One World Champion. The audience had exclusive viewings of private family photographs documenting 3 generations...
Britain’s most decorated male swimmer Mark Foster has been confirmed as the guest speaker at this year’s Exeter Foundation Devon Sports Awards, held in association with Active Devon.
Mark represented England and Great Britain for 23 years, winning 47 major international medals, competing in 5 Olympic Games and breaking the World record 8 times. Since retiring, Mark enjoys a thriving television career including competing on Strictly Come Dancing in 2008.
He has also set up a dance fitness programme with ‘Strictly’ professionals Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite and has done...
Come and celebrate the end of another great season of action for Rob Baxter and his first team squad on Saturday, May 2 (6:30pm).
Featuring the Players’ Annual Awards Presentation, Silent Auction, Raffle and live music from Eventine, it once again promises to be a night to remember.
Tables of ten, which will be accompanied by a member of the playing side, are priced at £650 or individual tickets are also available at a cost of £70.
The evening includes a three-course gourmet dinner and four complimentary bottles of wine. To book your place, contact Toni Percival on...
A group of young people in Exeter looking to progress their careers have received a major boost thanks to an Exeter City Council Rugby World Cup 2015 legacy project.
Nine unemployed 17-22 year olds have completed the two-week Rugby Empowering Employment Programme, run by Motiv-8sw. Set up by Exeter City Council and the Exeter & the Heart of Devon Employment & Skills Board, he Rugby World Cup 2015 legacy scheme aims to inspire and boost the prospects of 16-24 year olds struggling to find work. The pilot programme, inspired by the values of sporting achievement – hard work,...
