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No “i” in Team, But There Is In Olympics

When it comes to the Olympic Games the International Olympic Committee is very specific as to what it views as a team event. Their definition of a team sport is as follows:• In team sports, the entire game or match

Penalties – Who is Really Being Penalised?

When it comes to sport a penalty is invariably a decision that goes against a defending team. The aim is to penalise them, and give an advantage to the attacking team. In football a penalty often results in a goal.

Acting in The Best Interests?

To the average hockey fan in Australia news that the Hockey Australia Board had committed to the upcoming FIH Pro-League seasons six (2024/25), seven (2025/26) and eight (2026/27) may not have even registered any reaction. To those who follow the

Changing the Pitch

The 1976 Montreal Olympic Games were the first to see hockey played on an artificial surface. It was a move that would change the game and have a lasting impact. The reasons for the change come down to which story

NTFS#126 – Our 550th Show! – A Female Football Coach, MVPs in the NFL and Are Boards Really Steering Sport

Not the Footy Show Podcast

Welcome to our 550th show!! We look back on why the show was created and celebrate a woman who has led the way in terms of coaching women’s football, Nicola Williams. Nicola was the first coach of the Perth Glory