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BBC News
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Findlay & Bravo near Hearts moves
Hearts are closing in on a deal to sign Oxford City and former Kilmarnock defender Stuart Findlay, 29. (Sun), externalThe Tynecastle club are also progressing with a deal to sign Aalesund FK's Portuguese forward Claudio Bravo, 25. (Record), externalRead Tuesday's Scottish gossip
BBC News
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Oxford choirs sing from rooftops to mark Ascension Day
Rooftops were alive with the sound of singing on Thursday morning in what is an Oxford Ascension Day choirs and those from Oxford University dotted the tops of buildings around the city centre to sing hymnals and Day is an important moment in the Christian calendar, marking Jesus' return to heaven after his Chris Williams said: "It's always tricky singing outside, but it was really good fun." Ascension is "a really important day for me", he said, "with Jesus going up to heaven and leaving the world to put into practice what he has spent his time preaching".Charles Hellens, a student and choir member, said: "I don't know what it is about Oxford but we love getting up early in the morning to hear people sing choral music."It feels important to have a presence on days like Ascension Day and keep these traditions going."They're so at risk of dying out, but as long as we keep waking up early in the morning and coming up to sing choral music then I think Oxford is in safe hands." This year, one of the usual spots of Saint Michael at the North Gate was under scaffolding, so a group decamped to the roof terrace of The Store Hotel on Broad manager Simon Drake said the best moment "was seeing the guests we've got in the hotel actually drawn to come and hear it"."Seeing people crying to choral music at eight o'clock in the morning is always eye-opening," he Nightingale is a student at Oxford University and a member of one of the said: "It's been a really lovely morning. It's always good to spend some time with these people and sing something - although it feels slightly bizarre to be up and singing at this time in the morning." You can follow BBC Oxfordshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
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Hoops talisman extends stay at club going into next season
ZAC McEachran has agreed to extend his stay at Oxford City going into the 2025/26 season. The 30-year-old creator scored 11 goals and registered seven assists in Vanarama National League North during the most recent campaign, and has been a long-term key player for the Hoops. City finished 19th in National League North this season, 14 points above the relegation zone, and McEachran is looking forward to pushing higher up the division in the next campaign. READ ALSO: Midfielder on when conversations will take place regarding future He told the Hoops website: 'It was a simple decision to make. This is a fantastic football club, I enjoy playing here and I think this year we are all determined to make amends for what was a disappointing season last time round. The club is certainly moving in the right direction, and I want to be a part of that.' City manager Ross Jenkins added: 'Everyone knows the talent and ability that Zac possesses and he's never going to be short of admirers, but as soon as we sat down to talk about a new deal, he made it clear that he wants to be here and is truly committed to what we are trying to build. 'I am sure fans will love this signing. He is hugely popular with them, and this is a great start to the summer as we strengthen and prepare for a successful new season.' Last month, it was announced that both Hoops skipper Reece Fleet and Lewis Coyle will be leaving the club this summer, with a further seven players later released.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
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Tens of thousands raised for charity by former non-league stars
MORE than 70 former non-league players from yesteryear will battle it out in a charitable round of golf this weekend. It is the fourth year running that teams captained by ex-Banbury United man Mark O'Hara and former Oxford City player Steve Jenkins will go head-to-head. This year's golf day will take place at Oxford Golf Club on Sunday, with 36 players on each side. Among them include former Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa and Leicester City midfielder Garry Parker, plus ex-Oxford United and Witney United striker Jamie Cook and former Coventry City midfielder Martin Singleton. READ ALSO: The latest Aunt Sally results from Oxford league O'Hara, who is currently losing 2-1 after the first three years, said: 'Years ago, we would kick lumps out of each other, but we've stayed good mates and not one year has anyone not turned up. 'Players of my era didn't miss a game of football. We'd play Tuesday and Saturday, and the Sunday league used to be massive, and we'd just get on with it. 'We'd kick lumps out of each other. It used to be very competitive in the 80s and 90s.' The annual golf day has raised more than £23,000 for Cancer Research UK, with an additional £6,000 collected this year, including a £4,000 donation from event sponsors Hartwell Automative Group. O'Hara said: 'Everybody is there for the competition side of it as well, and it's very competitive. Last year, Jenks didn't speak to me for six holes. 'It's a friendly rivalry and we all go out together after. We'll go down the Cowley Road or into Jericho, and there are a few who'll come for the night out after. This year, we'll have the bank holiday the next day to recover though.' The golf starts at 1pm with evening out to follow at approximately 7pm, when all ex-players will be welcome. To donate, please visit:
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Sport
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Canice Carroll to leave Hoops as released list announced
CANICE Carroll will leave Oxford City at the end of his short-term deal with the Hoops. The 26-year-old Oxford-born centre back rejoined City in February having most recently been playing for Salisbury in the Vanarama National League South. Carroll previously played a key role in the Hoops getting promoted to the National League during the 2022/23 season, and then again following promotion to the fifth tier of English football. In total, Carroll made 125 appearances for City, and scored seven goals. READ ALSO: Ben Nelson posts classy message after end of U's loan spell It had already been confirmed last month that Hoops legends Lewis Coyle and Reece Fleet would be leaving the Hoops following the expiration of their contracts, and alongside Carroll, goalkeeper Kai McKenzie-Lyle, defenders Chi Ezennolim, Jalen Jones, Cole Kpekawa and Cardo Siddik will also depart City. ADVERTISEMENT Striker Corie Andrews is also named on the Hoops released list, having registered nine goals and three assists in 33 National League North games for City this season. Half a dozen players – Josh Ashby, Andre Burley, Aaron Drewe, Zac McEachran, Josh Parker and Alfie Potter – have all been offered new terms and remain in discussions with the Hoops. A further three players – Jayden Carbon, Jacob Roddy and Tom Scott – have had their contract options triggered and will remain at City, while 18-year-old Phil Croker is already under contract for the 2025/26 campaign. Goalkeeper Nick Harvey has been invited back for pre-season by the Hoops.
