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Neutrality Not Tied to Nationality

It is probably a fair statement to claim that probably the worst sports official you will ever come up against in all your years of playing will be the parent of one of your opponents. Regrettably these parents feel that

No Ball Nonsense

There are numerous motivation quotes adorning the walls of sporting changing rooms around the globe. One of the most used is “Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.” Following the recent test match in Sydney between Australia and New Zealand and

Neutrality Can Also Help Development.

The Olympic qualifiers for the Tokyo 2020 Hockey competition are due to get under way this weekend. Understandably there is much excitement and anticipation. Which nations will make the cut? In amongst the excitement and anticipation there are some with

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

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Not the Footy Show Podcast

Five more shows until the Magical 500. It’s great to be back with another guest and more topics to discuss. Our guest on this show has appeared on the show previously and continues to inspire us with his passion and