Cherry Jam - A Gloucester Rugby Supporter Podcast

After a week off, we are back to review the whole weekend of European Rugby as Gloucester reach the Quarter Finals of the Challenge Cup following a hard fought win over Castres at Kingsholm. We also chat through the previous weeks league defeat to Bristol, before discussing all the games and the Quarter Final prospects in both European competitions. Finally find out why we have been trolled and bl...

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Ruby Cole, a young Gloucester supporter who tragically passed away last week. All our thoughts are with Jo and Neville at this difficult time, as well as all of Ruby's family and friends. There is a Go Fund Me page, in memory of Ruby, aiming to raise funds for Great Western Air Ambulance. The link can be found below. https://www.gofundme.com/f/walking...

After 9 long years, Gloucester once again win some silverware after beating Leicester in the Premiership Cup Final at a raucous Kingsholm. We chat through the game, the performances that made a difference, the atmosphere and even the music. We also discuss the final weekend of Six Nations action, including a review of another encouraging England performance - all be it, in a narrow and controversi...

After five long years of generally seeing England put in average performances (all be it, with some good results) finally a performance to be proud of as the men in white ruined Ireland's Grand Slam dreams. The lads chat through all the Six Nations action, including Italy's deserved win over Scotland and a resurgent French side hammering Wales. Meanwhile we also chat through Gloucester-Har...

A massive thank you to everyone who sent in some questions over the past week. We have decided to focus on the quick fire ones this time round as we want to make sure we have a full house for the more 'in-depth' questions. Gloucester Hartpury continued their unbeaten run in the league, making it 12 from 12 - Jim gives us the lowdown on the game and the key performances. We also chat throug...

A hard fought win for Gloucester over defending Champions Exeter means the Cherry and Whites have reached their first Final since 2018 - a win for Leicester away to Ealing, means that Kingsholm will be the venue. We discuss the performances, the win and how the cup competitions continue to give us hope for the season. The lads also chat through the England A squad announcement, the u18's Final...

Another superb comeback for Gloucester Hartpury as they overturn a large second half deficit to beat local rivals Bristol. Jim takes us through the game and the importance of keeping this unbeaten run going. Elsewhere, in the Six Nations, England managed to sneak a win over a young Wales side, Ireland eased passed a disappointing Italy while Scotland were robbed of a last second win over a disjoin...

Just when we thought we would be having a relatively quiet few weeks discussing the Six Nations and the Glos-Hartpury women's fixtures, news broke of potential Saudi investment into Gloucester and three other Premiership clubs. The guys give their honest opinions on the issue, before chatting through Gloucester-Hartpury's incredible comeback win over Leicester Tigers Women, the Six Nations...

After 100 days, 9 consecutive league defeats and lots and lots of misery the Cherry and Whites finally managed to put in a decent performance to beat an all be it depleted Sale Sharks side. The lads chat through the performance, the improvements, the key players and the much needed perspective to the result. We also discuss the upcoming Premiership Cup Semi Final and ask whether we do our very bes...

After a week off due to Ed not having a voice following the victory up in a cold Edinburgh, the boys are back and for once are generally happy! We chat through both victories and a much better performance against an all be it weakened French opposition. Could this be the catalyst for a win in the league over Sale Sharks? We also mull over Glos-Hartpury's excellent victory over Saracens at King...

A new record broken for Gloucester Rugby and an unwanted one at that. The Cherry and Whites slipped to their ninth consecutive league defeat, this time away to arch rivals Bath. We chat through the game and the need for change, especially in the coaching department. Before that we do have some fun with your excellent questions sent in via Twitter, including which is the best Pub in Gloucester? Wha...

After two more defeats in the league, Gloucester have now equalled the worst run in the Premiership for the club of consecutive losses. Are there any positives to pull out (other than four losing bonus points)? What next for George Skivington and the rest of the coaches? Will the Bath game be where we pull the plug? We discuss the performances and the results, in contrast to more success for the G...

Two successive wins in Europe have given the club a bit of positivity after a few disappointing weeks. We chat through the victories over Clermont and Black Lion, while also discussing the reworking by the club and local band Tux Fizz of "We are the Glo'ster Boys", the (sort of) return of the Cherryettes and Glos-Hartpury's excellent start to their season. Ed Price Jim Harley

Another week, another defeat. Six in a row for the third time under George Skivington. We ask what the players, board and the supporters need to do? Buckle up and endure the rest of the season, actively make moves to change things, should supporters consider making their feelings known more vocally? Is that 'too football'??? We also chat through this weekends now huge game against Georgia...

It's going to get better soon isn't it? Until then, we have to cope with yet another poor performance and big defeat at home. We chat through the latest loss to Leicester Tigers and try and find any positives from one of the more disappointing displays in a long time. However, we are cheered by the continuing brilliance of Gloucester-Hartpury as they started the defence of their League tit...

***Apologies for the delay in publishing this episode, blame Ed and his inability to press buttons in the correct order*** After a heart breaking last kick defeat away to Exeter for the Cherry and Whites, we discuss whether it was bad luck, or bad coaching that led to Gloucester chucking away a 9 point lead with 5 minutes to go. The guys also chat through the latest failure by the RFU to sort out...

After a superb first 40 minutes, unfortunately Gloucester were unable to stop their west country rivals from scoring 35 points in the second half to win once again at Kingsholm We discuss the performance, the game and where this leaves George Skivington. How long can this continue? Ed Price Lawrence Landray (Loz) Russ Brookes

Gloucester suffered a successive defeat, this time away to perennial bogey team Sale. A disappointing performance further compounded by a confusing team selection has put some unwanted pressure on George Skivington. We discuss the game and where Gloucester go from here. We also chat through the Rugby World Cup and where it ranks as a tournament overall. Finally the lads give their verdict on the i...

After two months, the World Cup ends with South Africa being crowned Champions for a fourth time. We discuss the game and the incidents, asking whether it really matters it wasn't a great game? England finished third after beating Argentina. We also discuss Gloucester's defeat to Saracens at Kingsholm and debate if it was really as bad as we first thought, are there some causes for optimis...

Gloucester secured their first away victory in the Premiership in 364 days, beating Falcons during Storm Babet. We chat through the game, the massive positives and the slight concerns (the last 20 minutes in particular). Talking of last 20 minutes, we also pick the bones out of England's last gasp defeat to South Africa in the World Cup Semi Final. So so close to being a minor miracle performa...

After an incredible weekend of rugby with two of the greatest games of modern times, plus a dramatic finish to Gloucester's bonus point victory over Harlequins we have a lot to talk about. The lads discuss the games, the major talking points and why England probably won't make it to the Final. Ed Price James Eastwood (Snowy) Russ Brookes Jim Harley

After our first weekend away in Lille to watch England v Chile, the lads discuss the pros and cons of the stadium and overall experience including an unfortunate incident involving Jim, a lovely Belgian triple, a wonky table and a girl on crutches. We also chat through the two victories over the weekend against Hartpury and Barbarians respectively. Finally we discuss the issues facing Jersey Reds...

Ed speaks to former Gloucester Rugby player and candidate for the Hall of Fame Alex Brown. They chat about Alex's playing career and his move into the administrative side, plus his newly appointed role as CEO. Ed Price Alex Brown

An exciting first weekend of World Cup action culminated with an all-time classic between Fiji and Wales, with the boys from the wrong side of the Severn sneaking over the line thanks to a dropped pass by Semi Radrada. We discuss all the big games affecting the Home Nations plus France's opening night win over the All Blacks. We also chat through Gloucester's opening game win over Nottingh...

Following on from our previous pod, here are selections and general musings for our Hall of Fame selections for Gloucester's Backs. Enjoy! Ed Price Jim Harley Russ Brookes