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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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Argyle 2 Doncaster 3: Match report

A FIRST SkyBet League One win of the season remains frustratingly out of reach for Argyle, who lost by the odd goal in five against Doncaster Rovers.

For the visitors, a fourth successive victory was secured through two goals from John Marquis and one from Matty Blair. Argyle’s replies from Ruben Lameiras and Graham Carey were of much higher quality, but where goals are concerned, it...

Cold comfort away from home for Argyle

Argyle came within two minutes of deservedly taking something home from the Valley after another performance which promised much but delivered nothing.

Already without three defenders, they lost two more to injury – as well as midfielder Antoni Sarcevic – during a game played at a relentless pace which was settled by Karlan Grant’s late goal.

Grant had already netted once, in...

First away point for Argyle

ARGYLE have their first away point, and Bristol Rovers have their first home point.

That is the sum total of what came out of a game which spotlighted two teams short on wins, points and confidence.

It was a game not devoid of action, as each side had periods of offence in which it looked like a goal must surely follow, but particularly good saves by each side's goalkeeper were...

'Thrilling' stage ends with victory for Cameron Meyer

This year’s ‘thrilling’ Devon Stage of the Tour of Britain was one by Commonwealth Games time trial champion Cameron Meyer.

Meyer took victory in Stage Two of the 2018 OVO Energy Tour of Britain after sprinting to win in Barnstaple.

The 174.9 km stage started in Cranbrook and was the tenth time in 12 years The Tour of Britain visited Devon with the county hosting starts and...

Strongest ever field confirmed for Tour of Britain

Three of the world’s top five-ranked riders will be competing in Devon this Monday. (3 September).

The 2018 OVO Energy Tour of Britain, the fifteenth edition of the modern race, will feature its strongest ever field.

The Tour starts on Sunday September 2 – the Devon Stage 2 takes place on Monday September 3 and is being hosted by Devon County Council and supported by East Devon...

Tour of Britain homecoming for Exeter's George Pym

Exeter’s rising cycling star George Pym says that racing in the Tour of Britain through his home county next week will be one of the highlights of his professional career so far.

George Pym, 24, will be riding in the Tour of Britain from Sunday 2 September – Devon Stage 2, takes place on the following day on Monday 3 September.

Stage 2 will be hosted by Devon County Council and...

Plymouth 6-A-Side footballers get Champions League chance

Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, Lionel Messi – and you!

The opportunity to follow in the footsteps of those legends is on offer to all 6 a side footballers in Plymouth as they are given a golden chance to compete in the Champions League for small sided football teams.

Leisure Leagues – who run a league at Devonport High School For Boys - has teamed up with the International...

4 Sports You Need to Try Out

Going to the gym can be quite boring. No matter how good your music playlist might be, working out in the gym can very quickly make you feel like a hamster in a wheel. At the same time, you need that exercise to feel better about yourself, improve your energy levels and control your weight. So, what’s the solution? Sport! Don’t worry; you don’t need to sign up for football sessions or boxing...

Burts Chips renews sponsorship deal with local clubs

Burts Potato Chips, makers of premium artisan snacks, are proud to continue their sport sponsorships with Exeter Chiefs and Plymouth Argyle for the 2018-2019 season, demonstrating the company’s love and support of all things South West.

Renewed contracts will be rolling out with both local sports teams this season, which will continue to raise awareness amongst likeminded local...

Plymouth youngster walks out at Wembley stadium ahead of 2018 FA Community Shield

Alfie Babb from Plymouth was able to experience an unforgettable moment when he walked out at Wembley Stadium before the 2018 FA Community Shield as a McDonald’s Player Escort.

It was a memorable day for Alfie, aged 10, who walked out onto the Wembley pitch in front of 72,000 alongside David Luiz at the first competitive game ahead of the 2018/19 Premier League season.

The...

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