News archive - 2013

University opens new children's cricket programme

With the beginning of the cricket season only a few months away the University of Exeter has created an exciting opportunity for young people to take their first step into the world of cricket.

University Tennis Scholar competes on the international stage.

University of Exeter Tennis Scholar Yvanna Kurlack has returned from competing in the Master U BNP Paribas International University Tennis Tournament.

Exeter Tennis Centre trains stars of tomorrow

Exeter Tennis Centre’s Junior performance programme is helping to support young players from across the region in their quest to become Britain’s tennis stars of the future.

Exeter Tennis Centre to host BUCS Qualifiers

Exeter Tennis Centre is preparing to host the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Individual Qualifiers from 25-27 January.

Exeter player wins National Tennis Championships.

Louis Skupien (aged 10) has won the 10U Winter National Tennis Championships which took place last weekend in Cambridge.

Findel- Hawkins qualifies for Futures $10,000 Tournament

Exeter Tennis Centre performance player Jack Findel-Hawkins has qualified for the final round of the 2013 Futures competition this week in Sheffield.

Golf wizard aiming high

University of Exeter Golf Scholar Laurie Potter is preparing for 2013. The third year Exercise and Sports Science student is looking forward to a number of high profile tournaments this year and is also running for prestigious position of Athletic Union president.

Strong week for Student Tennis Club

The University of Exeter Student Tennis Club has enjoyed an exceptional week in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) competition.

Scholar drives England to Six Nations Win

Sports Scholar Amber Reed has helped England to a dominant victory over Scotland in the opening match of the Women’s Six Nations at Esher.

League alumni break into professional ranks

Nico Flanaghan (PGCE in Secondary Education, 2012) is the most recent of Exeter players selected to play Rugby League at a semi-professional level.

Exeter Cricketer wins national folk award

Second year student and fourth team cricketer Greg Russel (International relations) has scooped the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award.

Alex Powell to be next AU president

The campaigns have ended, the votes have been counted and the race is over. After an incredibly exciting week Alex Powell (Exercise and Sports Science) has been elected as the next president of the Athletic Union (AU).

EURFC slip and slide to varsity victory

The University of Exeter Rugby Club have surged to the top of the British Universities and Colleges league table after a dominant performance against Bath.

Bradbury excels at international golf championships

Katie Bradbury, (1st year, Accounting and Finance) returned from a successful trip to the Portuguese Amateur Championship competition in Portugal which took place 30 January – 2 February.

University Golf Club cruise to historic BUCS title

The University of Exeter Golf first team have stormed to victory in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Premier South Golf League.

Kick It Out seeks football’s next generation in Exeter

A chance to land a job in the football industry is on offer for aspiring coaches, managers and administrators with an event in Exeter on Sunday 24 February running from 13:00-17:00.

Exeposé Sports Editor Will Kelleher's Varsity Report

Exeposé Sports Editor Will Kelleher gives his thoughts on a night of mud, rain and rugby at Sandy Park.

Talent ID inspires young players

On Wednesday 20 February Exeter Tennis Centre hosted its annual Talent ID morning which saw 60 children, aged four – eight, descend upon Streatham Campus for a morning of games, agility exercises and tennis instruction.

Healthy rivalry could boost sport and business performance

New research shows that people can recover from poor performance when rivals comment on their failures. 

EUBC Strike Gold at BUCS Head

The University of Exeter Boat Club (EUBC) have enjoyed an incredibly successful weekend at the British Universities and Colleges (BUCS) Head rowing competition this month.

Hockey alumnus selected to GB training squad

University of Exeter Alumnus Tom Carson (Management and Marketing, 2012) has been selected as part of a 32 man Great Britain Hockey squad for the next Olympic training cycle.

University Golf team through to BUCS Semi's

The University of Exeter Golf Scholars were out in force last week against Plymouth in the BUCS quarter-finals. First team captain Laurie Potter takes us through the gripping match which occurred at Dawlish Warren.

University of Exeter Invitational promises top golf action

The inaugural University of Exeter Invitational Links Trophy tees off at Trevose Golf & Country Club on Saturday.

University of Exeter Men's Hockey to face Guildford

The University of Exeter Men's hockey club will face Guildford on 3 March as the two clubs battle it out at the top of the England Hockey Men's Conference.

Schools Tennis Festival serves up an ace

On Monday 25 February Exeter Tennis Centre played host to its annual Schools Tennis Festival.

University Cricket Club win the Ashes

The University of Exeter Men’s Cricket Club will feature alongside some of the best cricketers in the world in the 2013 Ashes computer game.

Tennis star Findel-Hawkins achieves first world ranking

Exeter Tennis Centre performance player Jack Findel-Hawkins has achieved world ranking status following a superb performance at the Great Britain F5 Futures tennis tournament in Cardiff which began on 25 February

New Changing pavilion open for business

A new eight team changing pavilion is officially open for business at the Sports Park after being handed over by building contractors Kier on 22 February.

University of Exeter Invitational Links Trophy huge success

The University of Stirling’s Cormac Sharvin has captured the inaugural University of Exeter Invitational Links Trophy after three days of competitive action at an immaculate Trevose Golf and Country Club in Cornwall.

Director of Badminton helps England to success

Director of Badminton Helen Ward has recently returned from a successful trip to the U15 8 Nations tournament in Sweden.

Women’s tennis team through to BUCS final

The University of Exeter women’s tennis first team have made it through to the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) knockout competition finals after beating Durham on Wednesday 5 March.

University golfers seal position in BUCS final

On Wednesday 6 March the University of Exeter Golf first team took on rivals St Andrews in an England/Scotland semi-final for a coveted spot in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Knockout final; a feat that hadn’t been achieved since the side won the title in 2005.

Women’s rugby on top form

The University of Exeter’s Women’s Rugby Club is riding high after achieving a spot in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Championship final, taking place at Twickenham on 24 March.

Beetroot juice – the winning formula for team sports

New research shows that drinking beetroot juice can significantly improve performance in team sports involving bouts of high intensity exercise.

Swimming Club makes waves

The University of Exeter Swimming Club have enjoyed some notable achievements this season at the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Swimming Championships and the annual Swimming Varsity in Exeter.

University rowers triumph at Women's Head of the River

On 9 March female athletes from the University of Exeter Boat club travelled to London for the biggest head race of the calendar year - Women's Head of the River.

Findel-Hawkins wins home British Tour Event

Exmouth teenager Jack Findel-Hawkins has won the Exeter leg of the Tier Two AEGON British Tour after a dominant showing on home ground at Exeter Tennis Centre, while Ivybridge’s Sian Payne also reached the women’s final.

Xpression FM football match raises funds for charity

The University of Exeter’s student radio station, Xpression FM have held the University of Exeter Staff Barbarians to a draw in a charity football match that took place at the Sports Park on 17 March.

University of Exeter Women’s Rugby team euphoric BUCS Champions

The University of Exeter women’s rugby 1st team have been crowned champions of the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) knockout competition following an inspired performance at Twickenham on 24 March.

University Cricket Club make runs for charity

The University of Exeter’s student cricket club has come together to raise money for the charity Clic Sargent.

University to host Wales Lacrosse Training Camp

The Wales international Lacrosse side are travelling to the Sports Park for an Easter training camp in preparation for the Lacrosse World Cup in July.

Lacrosse club goes RockSolid for charity

The University of Exeter Lacrosse Club has raised over £3000 to help retired soldiers after competing in the RockSolidRace on Sunday 16 March.

University teams up with Exeter City FC for a week of community sport.

St Luke’s Sports Centre will be opening its doors to young sports fans from across the city next week as part of its Easter sports programme.

Students past and present compete at Alumni Golf Day

Alumni from the University of Exeter have emerged triumphant from the annual student / alumni golf tournament which took place from 24-25 March.

Success for Exeter mini performance squad

Four of Exeter Tennis Centre’s Mini Orange performance players have ended a successful season on a high at the Grade One National Masters finals and Grade two National Regional Tour finals this March.

EUNC face home nations friendlies

Following an incredibly successful season, the University of Exeter Netball Club (EUNC) are relishing the opportunity to play top international sides.

Athlete Support Day helps aspiring young sports people

On Tuesday 9 April the University of Exeter hosted the third Athlete Support Day at the Sports Park on Streatham Campus.

University golfers play R&A Scholars Tournament

On the 8 and9 April University of Exeter Golf Scholars Laurie Potter, Chris Johnston, Nick Wildman and Katie Bradbury made the long trip north to St. Andrews in Fife to compete in the R&A Scholars’ Tournament.

Exeter Emeralds sparkle at national competition

The University of Exeter’s Cheerleading and Gymnastics squad have added to their long list of accolades by bringing home a wealth of trophies from the National Universities Cheerleading competition which took place 28 - 29 March.

Exeter Tennis Coach gets Great Britain Call up

Exeter Tennis Centre Performance Manager Charlotte Wallace has expressed her excitement after being invited to travel with the Great Britain coaching team for the Fed Cup clash against Argentina on 20-21 April.

University golfers set for BUCS finals

The University of Exeter Golf club are readying themselves for a busy end to the winter season as they prepare to travel to a number of important tournaments this April.

Exeter Pool player pots championship

University of Exeter Pool player Thomas Gaughan has claimed the title of Individual Masters Champion following the Student Eight-ball Pool Home Internationals on 19-20 April.

Girls' Tennis Parties come to Exeter

Exeter Tennis Centre has joined forces with the Devon Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and Exwick Tennis Club to provide better opportunities for young female players to pick up a racquet for the first time.

University Golfers perform in Individual finals

The University of Exeter’s student golfers are poised for the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) team finals this week after a successful showing at the BUCS individual strokeplay finals.

Exeter Tennis Coach returns from Team GB trip to Argentina

Exeter Tennis Centre Performance Manager Charlotte Wallace has returned from her week long trip to Argentina having joined the Great Britain Women’s tennis coaching squad for the World Group II Qualifier of the Fed Cup.

AU awards recognise sporting achievement

The Athletic Union has paid tribute to the University of Exeter’s top student athletes in a glitzy awards ceremony at Exeter Castle on 1 May.

Exeter golfers triumph in BUCS final

Golfers from the University of Exeter first team have stormed to victory in the British Universities and Colleges Sport Golf Championship final.

Women Windsurfers storm to BUCS and SWA victories

A strong season for the University of Exeter’s Windsurfers has been concluded with an exceptional medal haul at the UK Student Windsurfing Association (SWA) British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) National Championships.

University of Exeter Boat Club Break records at BUCS Regatta

The University of Exeter Boat Club (EUBC) have ended their record breaking British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) season with an exceptional showing in the BUCS Regatta, 25-27 March.

Rugby role for Sport Performance chief

Exeter alumnus and UK Sport Director of Performance Simon Timson (Education & PE, 1993) has been invited to join an eminent panel of international experts to help shape the first ever Rugby Union talent statement.

Staff footballers defeated by Hospiscare

The University of Exeter’s Staff Barbarians were unable to hold back a torrent of goals as they faced Hospiscare for a charity football match on 19 May.

Reed and Saynor get England call ups

Women’s Rugby at the University of Exeter has received another boost following the selection of players Amber Reed and Zoe Saynor for England’s international summer tour squads.

National Mini Tennis Week hits Exeter

Children in Exeter are being encouraged to pick up a racket and play tennis as Victoria Park Tennis Club, in association with Exeter Tennis Centre, celebrates National Mini Tennis Week.

Mills-Baker selected for GB Rugby League Squad

University of Exeter Rugby League star Alex Mills Baker will join the Great Britain Student Pioneers rugby team as they travel to Morocco at the end of June to promote and develop the sport.

Volleyball tournament helps Get Kids Going

The University of Exeter Volleyball Club welcomed teams from across Devon as they hosted their first ever grass tournament at St Luke’s Campus on 25-26 May.

Cronies clinch diversity football tournament trophy

There was heartbreak for the Saudi Arabia team following the final of Exeter City Football Club’s annual diversity football tournament held on Sunday 9 June at the University of Exeter Sports Park.

University Tri-athlete takes gold at World Championships

University of Exeter mature student Peter Wilby has clinched a superb victory in the Long Distance ITU World Championships at Belfort, France.

Bike Week Events 2013

Feel like getting on your bike this summer? Why not come along to one of our Bike Week events to find out all you need to know about cycling in and around the Exeter Campuses. There will also be lots of cycling freebies!

Hockey alumnus gains England caps

Former University of Exeter hockey player Tom Carson received his first England caps in a series of friendly matches which took place in Belgium earlier this month.

Seddon selected for Ireland students

University of Exeter rugby league player Xander Seddon has been selected for Ireland Student’s Rugby League side as they prepare for the Student’s World Cup which kicks off in July.

Advances in genetic sequencing diagnose Paralympic hopeful’s rare condition

National Paracycling Champion Tom Staniford has an extremely rare condition which, until now, has puzzled his doctors.

Wimbledon dreams come true for Exeter Tennis Centre's Performance players

Performance tennis players from Exeter Tennis Centre have been specially selected to perform a demonstration at one of the most prestigious tennis events in the UK; Wimbledon.

University Lacrosse star Sophy Coombes-Roberts heads to World Championships.

University of Exeter Lacrosse Scholar Sophy Coombes-Roberts has been selected to represent Wales at the Lacrosse World Championships taking place in Ontario, Canada this July.

BUCS silver crowns exceptional cricket season

The University of Exeter Women’s Cricket team have taken the silver medal in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) National Championships after a confidence boosting final against Loughborough on 21 June.

Exeter Mini Performance players light up the court at Wimbledon

Players from Exeter Tennis Centre’s mini and junior performance programme wowed the crowds at Wimbledon as they took part in a demonstration on Saturday 29 June.

Exeter athletes selected for World University Games

Performance athletes from the University of Exeter have been selected to compete for Team GB at the 26th World University Summer Games from 5-17 July.

Exeter Tennis Centre welcomes new Development Officer

Exeter Tennis Centre has welcomed Jason Martin as its new Tennis Development Officer. In his new role, Jason will work closely with the Director of Tennis to expand the centre’s acclaimed community programme, focusing on local schools, and increase tennis participation in the Exeter area.

Potter breaks into top 20 at Formby

University of Exeter Golf Scholar Laurie Potter delivered a strong showing last week, finishing 19th at the English Men's Open Strokeplay Championship.

Amber Reed wins BUCS Sports Woman of the year

University of Exeter women’s rugby captain, sports scholar, and England international, Amber Reed has been awarded Sports Woman of the year at the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) national awards.

University of Exeter breaks BUCS top five

The University of Exeter has finished fifth in the overall British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) rankings for the 2012 / 2013 season.

Staddon on the road to Wimbledon

Alphington tennis player Emily Staddon is en-route to the ‘home of tennis’ following a series of victories in the Road to Wimbledon competition.

Sports Park to host Workshop for aspiring athletes

Following the success of Excelsior’s previous Athlete Development programmes, the Sports Park on the University of Exeter’s Streatham Campus, will again play host to a dedicated Athlete Support day on 25 July.

Medal for Treharne at Word University Games

University of Exeter Rugby Scholar Tomos Treharne has returned from the World University Games with a bronze medal in Rugby 7s.

Medal for Treharne at Word University Games

University of Exeter Rugby Scholar Tomos Treharne has returned from the World University Games with a bronze medal in Rugby 7s.

Rutter Wins regional tour event

Exeter Tennis centre star Matthew Rutter has stormed to victory in the 9U Bournemouth Grade 3 Regional Open.

Exeter Alumna sails to silver

University of Exeter alumna Hannah Diamond has taken silver, alongside team mate Ben Saxton, in the inaugural Narca 17 Class sailing World Championships.

Saynor makes England debut at Nations Cup

University of Exeter PhD student Zoe Saynor has made an exceptional international rugby debut, helping England to the Nations Cup final.

Record turn-out for memorable 8th Alumni Golf Day

University of Exeter alumnus John Gilbert reports on another extremely success Alumni Golf Day

Bend it like Burrett

An alumna footballer has been selected to play for the India Women’s National Football team.

Carson strikes for England

University of Exeter Alumnus and England Hockey dynamo, Tom Carson has returned from the TriFinance EuroHockey Championships.

Russell Seal Fitness Centre unveiled

The University of Exeter has officially unveiled the Russell Seal Fitness Centre at the Sports Park on Streatham Campus.

Double glory for Exeter in inaugural London Hockey Varsity

The University of Exeter enjoyed a double dose of victory in the first ever London Hockey Varsity on 31 August.

University rowers seize gold at European Championships

Women from the University of Exeter Boat Club (EUBC) continued their remarkable winning streak this month at the eighth European Universities Rowing Championship.

Stirling performance for Exeter golfers

British Universities and Colleges Sport Golf Champions Laurie Potter and Chris Johnston proved their abilities at the 3rd annual Stirling Golf Invitational, at Dundonald Links from 7-11 September.

Top 10 finishes for Burton at UCI Mountain Bike and Trials World Championships

Internationally renowned stunt cyclist and University of Exeter supported performance athlete, Andrei Burton has earned two top 10 finishes in the UCI Mountain Bike and Trials World Championships.

Football Varsity to kick off term one

Excitement is building for the sixth annual Football Varsity between the University of Exeter Football Club and local side Exeter City on 25 September.

Over 4000 attend varsity goal-fest

Goals were the order of the day as the sixth annual football varsity kicked off term one at St James’ Park on 25 September.

University golfers break top four in Europe

Player’s from the University of Exeter Student Golf club drove their way to an impressive top four finish in the European Universities Sporting Association Golf Championships from 18-21 September.

Exeposé report on the Football Varisty

Exeposé news editor Owen Keating gives his report on an evening of goals at St James' Park.

Russell Seal Fitness Centre a huge success

Opened on the 5 September 2013, the Russell Seal Fitness Centre on the University of Exeter’s Streatham Campus is already proving a huge a success.

Exeter a top priority for tennis governing body

Exeter will continue to receive focussed attention from tennis’ national governing body the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA).

Top England Cricket role for Alumnus

Former England wicketkeeper Paul Downton has been appointed as the Managing Director of England Cricket.

University Golf Club tee's off BUCS season

Donning a new kit for the start of the season, the University of Exeter Golf Club tee’d off their British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) campaign in style this month with victories at Saunton and Woodhall Spa.

Badminton Alumni return to the Sports Park for annual tournament

Alumni spanning almost a decade were re-united on 19 October for the bi-annual ‘Past vs Present’ badminton tournament.

Mixed start for University Cricketers

The University of Exeter Men’s Cricket Club enjoyed a mixed bag of results as they kicked off their BUCS indoor league campaign on 27 October.

Double derby victory for University Hockey Clubs

The University of Exeter Men’s and Women’s Hockey Club battled both the elements and their local rivals ISCA Hockey Club on 26 October.

New coach and kit for University Cricket Club

Following a successful start to their British Universities and Colleges Sport indoor league campaign, the University of Exeter Men’s Cricket Club has welcome a series of new arrivals this November.

Athletic Union welcomes 'Sporting Stars' from local secondary schools

On Thursday 7 November, the University of Exeter held its second ‘Sporting Stars’ day of the academic year, attended by 90 students hailing from four different local Secondary Schools.

Exeter crowned first ever Southern England University Pool Champions

Guildford was the destination for 15 of University of Exeter Snooker and Club’s finest sharp shooters as they attended the first ever edition of the Southern England University Pool Championships on 26 – 27 October.

R&A honours University’s golfing elite

Players on the University of Exeter’s esteemed golf programme have been recognised by the sport’s national governing body the Royal and Ancient (R&A).

‘Mo Sistas’ battle it out for Movember

On Saturday 9 November over 90 women from across the University took to the Sports Park to participate in a multi-sport charity day supporting Movember.

AU Olympians go for gold

On 15 November, the University of Exeter Athletics Club (EUAC) hosted the fourth annual Athletic Union (AU) Olympics, which saw around 100 student athletes compete at the Sports Park.

Bradbury heads to Argentina

University of Exeter sports scholar and international golfer Katie Bradbury has been called up to compete in the Argentine Women’s Open Championship from 12 -14 December.

Hockey club victorious in national league clash

The University of Exeter Men’s Hockey Club completed the first half of the NOW:Pensions England Hockey League season on a winning note with a 2-1 home victory over 2013 Men’s Conference West champions Cardiff & Met on 30 November.

BUCS Round up

As term one comes to an end, we round up some of our biggest sporting successes so far.

Rowers power through first GB trials

The University of Exeter’s rowing elite have sailed through the first round of Great Britain trials on 16-17 November.

New Beginning for Exeter Tennis Centre

Exeter Tennis Centre is looking forward to an exciting 2014, after welcoming a raft of new coaches to its award winning team.

Bradbury performs in Argentinian Open

University of Exeter Golf Scholar Katie Bradbury has finished an impressive 20th in the Argentinian Women’s Open.

Record breaking row by Exeter team

They endured 30ft waves, travelled through shark-infested waters and suffered blistered hands and bottoms - but four Exeter friends have broken a world-record for an epic charity row.