Love him or loathe him, Jake Paul’s entry into the ring hasn’t just turned heads; it’s ignited debate. But for all the criticism, there are real voices within boxing that suggest he’s done more than just make a spectacle: he may actually be improving the sport. One of the strongest endorsements comes from Mauricio Sulaimán, […]
Author: Daniel Summerfield
“Hockey Clears My Head”: Mark Bartle on stress, community and an unbeaten season
After stepping away from the sport for several years due to the demands of teaching and parenthood. Droitwich’s Hockey midfielder Mark Bartle found himself an outlet. Having played Hockey for over ten years returning to the pitch gave him exactly that. “When I’m here, I just don’t think of anything else. So completely my mind’s just […]
“You might think it, but don’t say it”: inside the abuse facing grassroots referees
The roar of the weekend crowd is unmistakeable: parents, coaches and players all shouting to be heard. But for the person holding the whistle, that noise can sometimes turn toxic. Malcom Duff, 46, from Dudley, has been refereeing for just over two years. A lifelong football man, he says the grassroots game has become more […]
“Get down here, bar is on me!”- from Hardy Eustace to the racing pub of the year
Rachael Bird, owner of Tailors in Cheltenham, recently crowned Racing TV’s pub of the year, knows better than anyone how much the races mean to the town. With crowds gathering during race week, the atmosphere is completely different compared to an average week, and it can be a challenge to contain excitement. “Only 20 spaces […]



