Why Are Exeter Called the Chiefs?

Why Are Exeter Called the Chiefs?

Branding issue
In 1999, Exeter Rugby Club turned semi-professional and changed their name to Exeter Chiefs, after previously being referred to as the Chiefs in the 1930s.

Are Exeter Chiefs changing their name?

Premiership rugby club Exeter Chiefs have decided not to change their name or logo after an internal review found their branding was ”in fact highly respectful”, although the club have stood down their mascot Big Chief “as a mark of respect”.

What is being built next to Exeter Chiefs?

The state-of-the-art hotel is the next stage in the development plans of Exeter's award-winning Sandy Park complex, which is home to Gallagher Premiership Rugby club Exeter Chiefs, and the region's premier Conference & Banqueting venue.

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