As an ex-England international, Tom Maynard is well-placed to pass on his wisdom to the next generation of table tennis stars, though coaching was never something he considered. Both of Tom’s parents were keen table tennis players, so it was only a matter of time before he would pick up a paddle. Aged 11, Tom […]
Tennis is a sport that requires a lot of different skills to play effectively. One of the most important skills to learn is volleying. Volleying refers to hitting the ball before it bounces on the court. Volleying is an essential part of tennis, and learning how to do it properly can greatly improve your game. […]
Wrestling is a physically demanding and intense activity that has been practiced for thousands of years. While some people view wrestling as simply a form of entertainment or performance art, others argue that it is a legitimate sport that requires strength, agility, and endurance. In this article, we will explore the question of whether wrestling […]
Roller derby is a high-energy, fast-paced contact sport that has been growing in popularity in recent years. It’s a team sport played on roller skates, where players race around an oval track, trying to score points while blocking their opponents. The sport has a unique mix of athleticism, strategy, and spectacle that makes it entertaining […]
When Sarah Kern is covering hard-hitting news stories for Al Jazeera English she can be found running around London, satisfying the bug she caught 25 years ago. Growing up, Sarah wasn’t interested in running whatsoever and it wasn’t until a friend convinced her that entering the 1999 New York Marathon “would be a laugh” that […]
The Six Nations is an annual competition that has its roots in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and is one of the oldest and most prestigious international rugby tournaments. The tournament is contested by six of the best teams in Europe: England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, France, and Italy. The Six Nations has undergone […]
Non-league football clubs are so often the heartbeat of the community and being the one responsible for keeping them going is a huge task, just ask Garforth Town’s Brian Close. Located on the outskirts of Leeds you will find the humble surroundings of Bannister Prentice Community Stadium, the home of Garforth Town who play in […]
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a common injury among athletes and active individuals. The ACL is a key ligament in the knee that helps stabilise the joint and prevent excessive motion. When this ligament is torn, it can cause significant pain and limit mobility. If you have suffered an ACL injury, it’s important […]
Whether you are completely new to running, or are a seasoned runner, you have likely been guilty of falling into the trap of making some of the most common running mistakes. By the end of 2020, more than seven million people in the UK were actively running with those statistics helped by how many people […]
Two-time world champion Chris Melling is back on top after winning his first Pro Series event of the year, catapulting him to number one in the Ultimate Pool Tour’s rankings. Melling, the only player to have played professionally in eight ball, nine ball, Chinese eight ball, and snooker, returned to English eight ball two years […]
