There are many great assignments as a sports writer. For me, one standout job was the privilege to sit down in the front room of Ronnie Moran’s Crosby home in […]
Sports Journalism and Ethics
Published on :A curated list of case studies and examples highlighting some of the key ethical considerations for sports journalism. From the Telegraph’s expose of the hapless England manager Sam Allardyce to […]
Put your shirt on Zlatan Ibrahimovic joining Manchester United
Published on :It is not typically the done thing for ageing footballers to secure a move to a club of Manchester United’s standing in the twilight of their careers. But such is […]
It may not be game, set and match for Maria Sharapova
Published on :Reckless beyond description. These were the words of former World Anti-Doping Agency president Dick Pound following Maria Sharapova’s shock announcement that she tested positive at the Australian Open for the […]
Premier League clubs should learn from Liverpool fans’ Anfield walkout
Published on :To quote Liverpool Football Club’s American owners, it was a tumultuous week – but the turbulence has been very much of their making. On seeing 10,000 disgruntled supporters walk out […]
BBC SPOTY Tyson Fury furore could have been avoided – they should have shortlisted Anthony Crolla
Published on :It will be interesting to see the seating plan for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards. While steps will be taken to keep Tyson Fury away from Jessica […]
Gibraltar: What next for the new San Marino?
Published on :With the Euro 2016 draw completed, we now know who of the 24 teams will play who at UEFA’s extended party in France next summer. Gibraltar will not be among […]
Carl Froch’s retirement could prompt the toughest fight of his life
Published on :When Carl Froch announced his ring retirement, there was something in the words of the four-time world super middleweight champion to suggest his biggest fight yet could be lying in wait. […]
Man Utd’s tablet ban is shrewd business that others may copy
Published on :Manchester United supporters lucky enough to see high-profile signings Radamel Falcao and Angel di Maria in action for the first time at Old Trafford at the weekend may have done […]
Blackburn Rovers kit launch ruffles feathers as #birdysdate goes viral
Published on :While Gerald Ratner can always be presented to disprove the theory there is no such thing as bad publicity, the words of Oscar Wilde appeared apt when Blackburn Rovers were […]