Mixed Messages
A few months ago this writer held a door open for a female. The woman in question then queried why I would do such a thing, my response was I was brought up to always open the door for a
NTFS #121- The First Matildas, The FIFA Women’s World Cup, and Will There Be A Legacy?
The Matildas run at the FIFA Women’s World Cup may well have come to an end but there are one group of ladies still seeking appropriate recognition, The First Matildas. This is the title of a book written by our
Time To Instil Respect?
There is a reason that for centuries sport has been an analogy for life, because sport like life can at times be unfair. It can be cruel, yet it can also give you unforgettable euphoric moments. There is an unattributed
A Victory For Values
The world can be a very confusing place these days. If you ever wanted proof look at what happened at the Academy Awards. It is a confusing place for the middle-aged and older as the values on which we were
Crossing The Line – Politics and Sport
“It used to be all about winning,” those were the words uttered by a top athlete from the United States about sport in his era, the 1980’s. “Now it’s about entertainment,” he added with a tone of regret. Few would
