Craig Tilley

Portsmouth

Reporter at Forces News

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2 PARA wins Army Inter Units Boxing title after fiery Forces Fight Night in Aldershot

1 week ago | forcesnews.com | Craig Tilley

The 2nd Battalion, the Parachute Regiment, have been crowned the Army Inter Unit Boxing Champions after a 6-3 victory over the 2nd Battalion, the Royal Anglian Regiment, in Aldershot. The boxers from 2 PARA dominated the opening four bouts before the interval, with Private Rojan Bitmez looking particularly impressive in his light middleweight victory over Private Harry Veitch by a unanimous decision.
RAF star Amy Cokayne agrees two-year deal with Sale Sharks for next season

1 week ago | forcesnews.com | Craig Tilley

Royal Air Force and England Rugby international Flight Lieutenant Amy Cokayne has agreed a two-year deal to move to Sale Sharks from Leicester Tigers from the start of the 2025/26 season. Flt Lt Cokayne, who has won 83 England caps, joined Tigers from Harlequins ahead of the 2023/24 season and has also played for Wasps in women's rugby's top flight. She will be joining Sharks under the leadership of newly appointed head coach Tom Hudson.
23 Parachute Engineers Regiment scores in extra time to win Army Challenge Cup final

1 week ago | forcesnews.com | Craig Tilley

The 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment have won the 2025 Army Major Units cup final with a 2-0 victory over the 7 Parachute Regiment Royal Horse Artillery. For both teams, it was a game where it seemed the deadlock would be impossible to break, but two late goals by the Airborne Sappers in extra time was the difference maker in the end.
Former soldier and British para snowboarder Scott McNeice dies

2 weeks ago | forcesnews.com | Craig Tilley

Tributes have been paid to former soldier and promising para snowboarder Scott McNeice, who has died. McNeice joined the British Army in 2003 and served as a health care assistant in the Army Nursing Corps, where he completed operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2017, he sustained a service-related knee injury, which led to him opting for an elective amputation and being medically discharged from the Army.
Former soldier and British para snowboarder Scott McNeice dies

2 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

Tributes have been paid to former soldier and promising para snowboarder Scott McNeice, who has died. McNeice joined the British Army in 2003 and served as a health care assistant in the Army Nursing Corps, where he completed operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2017, he sustained a service-related knee injury, which led to him opting for an elective amputation and being medically discharged from the Army.
Army captain Kat Matthews roars to record-breaking victory at IRONMAN Texas

2 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

British Army captain Kat Matthews has made history by taking the win at IRONMAN Texas while also setting a new world record time for a full-distance race by a woman. This is Capt Matthews' third consecutive win in Texas, this time completing the course in a staggering 8:10.34, finishing ahead of American favourite Taylor Knibb. BFBS Sport also understands that Matthews' win in Texas marked her final race as a serving member of the UK Armed Forces.
Army captain Kat Matthews roars to record-breaking victory at IRONMAN Texas

2 weeks ago | forcesnews.com | Craig Tilley

British Army captain Kat Matthews has made history by taking the win at IRONMAN Texas while also setting a new world record time for a full-distance race by a woman. This is Capt Matthews' third consecutive win in Texas, this time completing the course in a staggering 8:10.34, finishing ahead of American favourite Taylor Knibb.
RAF lock Josh McNally re-signs for Cardiff Rugby on one-year extension

3 weeks ago | forcesnews.com | Craig Tilley

Royal Air Force rugby union star Sergeant Josh McNally has committed his future to Cardiff Rugby by signing a new one-year contract with the Welsh outfit. The 34-year-old second row made the move to Cardiff Rugby from Bath last summer and has played a pivotal role in his debut season at the club, with 18 appearances and scoring a try. Sgt McNally also captained the team in the recent BKT United Rugby Championship encounter against Hollywoodbets Sharks.
RAF lock Josh McNally re-signs for Cardiff Rugby on one-year extension

3 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

Royal Air Force rugby union star Sergeant Josh McNally has committed his future to Cardiff Rugby by signing a new one-year contract with the Welsh outfit. The 34-year-old second row made the move to Cardiff Rugby from Bath last summer and has played a pivotal role in his debut season at the club, with 18 appearances and scoring a try. Sgt McNally also captained the team in the recent BKT United Rugby Championship encounter against Hollywoodbets Sharks.
Royal Navy dumped from Portsmouth Senior Cup following defeat to AFC Portchester

3 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

The Royal Navy senior men's football team will not be defending their Portsmouth Senior Cup title after a 4-0 loss in their semi-final fixture against AFC Portchester. A different looking Navy side compared to their Inter Services line-up, skippered by Saul Thorpe, the Senior Service put on a resilient display against the newly crowned Wessex League Premier Division champions.