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Ted Wragg Primary Schools Unite for Day of Football Fun

Primary schools from across Devon came together this month for the Ted Wragg Trust football tournament, a full day of fast-paced football, fantastic teamwork, and fierce but friendly competition.

Hosted under blazing sunshine, the tournament saw pupils from across the trust's primary...

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Conor Hourihane signs a new contract for Argyle

Plymouth Argyle's 22-year-old captain Conor Hourihane has signed a new two year contract with the club.

The Irish under-21 international midfielder's existing contract was due to run out in the summer.

Conor Hourihane told the Pilgrims' website: “I am delighted and already looking forward to next season,”

“I hope we can kick on after last season and be competing at the...

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Shining Light Charlotte awarded for Community Games legacy

Charlotte Keene was today presented with a Community Games commemorative jersey for her role as a ‘Shining Light’ in creating a ‘legacy’ within her community by hosting a Community Games.

Charlotte, from Plymouth, has also been invited to a special VIP day in London to take part in the official opening of Olympic venue, The Copper Box (which played host to handball during the Games),...

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Plymouth Argyle launch talent search for new cheerleading squad

The world renowned Dallas Cowgirls...Crystal Palace’s internet sensations the Crystals...and now...

Plymouth Argyle are on the lookout for talented dancers and athletic performers to be part of their brand new official Plymouth Argyle Cheerleading Squad.

A spokesperson for the club says: "We are not only looking for a team to cheer on John Sheridan and the lads, and...

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Argyle defender Ben Purrington turns professional on his 17th birthday

Apprentice defender Ben Purrington has celebrated his 17th birthday by signing his first professional contract.

Exeter-born Ben, who has just finished the first year of his two-year scholarship, put pen to paper on Monday, watched by proud parents Simon and Jane.

Purrington will now report back with the rest of the first-team squad for the beginning of pre-season, alongside...

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Tom Daley forced to withdraw from World Series diving event

The persistent elbow injury that forced Tom Daley to withdraw from a recent diving Grand Prix event in Florida has not healed sufficiently to allow him to compete in the FINA/Midea Diving World Series in Mexico.

The Olympic bronze medallist had travelled to Guadalajara with the rest of the British team in the hope that the injury would have improved for him to take part in the men's...

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Albion secure two more signings for next season

Plymouth Albion have announced the signing of two new players for the 2013/14 season.

Centre, Heath Stevens, 21, joins from Coventry and Tom Harrison, a loose head or tight head prop, who arrives from French side FC Auch Gers.

Albion Head Coach James Shanahan told the club's website: “Stevens is an up and coming player who I know is keen to learn and develop in a full time...

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Tonia Couch and Sarah Barrow take bronze again

Plymouth diving duo, Tonia Couch and Sarah Barrow have won bronze in the FINA/MIDEA world series event in Guadalajara in Mexico.

The pair followed their recent bronze in the grand prix in Fort Lauderdale with another third place in the 10m synchro, holding off pressure from the Canadian duo in a tightly fought competition.

China took the gold and Malaysia silver.

Couch...

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Former Plymouth Argyle director, Robert Dennerly has died

Plymouth Argyle FC have announced the death of former club director and vice-chairman Robert Dennerly.

The club issued a statement on their website today (Friday 17 May). Robert Dennerly was appointed as a director in June 2002 and was vice-chairman between 2004-2009.

The club said: "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this sad time."

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David Beckham to hang up his boots at the end of the season

David Beckham, footballer, businessman, model, style icon, celebrity and ambassador will become David Beckham, ex-footballer... at the end of the season.

Beckham, 38, announced his decision today (Thursday 16 May) having turned down the offer of a one year extension to his contract at French club Paris St-Germain (PSG).

"I'm thankful to PSG for giving me the opportunity to...

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Argyle's football in the community roadshow returns this half-term

Plymouth Argyle will be running its Football in the Community Roadshow once again this half-term and has announced the various venues and dates for its courses around the region.

The courses, which take place over the Whitsun school holiday between the 28 and 31 May, offer an opportunity for youngsters of all abilities to take part in a number of fun and interactive programmes. The...

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