substitutions

Are Too Many Substitutions Killing Sporting Contests?

Substitutions in sport are now the norm. However the big question is are they now in fact killing the contest between two teams? It is interesting to note that the Australian-based VFL/AFL resisted the idea of substitutes even for an

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.

Rules For The Pros and Rules for the Rest?

If ever there was any doubt that modern-day sport was at a crossroads watch the current Rugby World Cup. Sport has always had a gladiatorial element to it. Fans have enjoyed both the physical and mental stoushes. As UFC has

Van Basten Leaves Fans Flat-Footed

What do you love about the sport you follow? Think about it for a minute before reading on. Is it the atmosphere? Or is it the excitement and skill? Or the fact that you can rely on it to deliver