Figure Skating is the oldest sport on the Winter Olympics programme and hasn’t been shy of controversy over the years. The event is one of the most popular sports at the Games, and since being transferred to the Winter Olympics from the Summer events in 1924, here are some of the most talked about moments […]
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University of Gloucestershire graduate working in Bangladesh Premier League reveals what makes Will Jacks ‘a wizard’ after topping scoring charts for Chattogram Challengers
University of Gloucestershire graduate James Tomson has finished his impressive first season as data analyst at Chattogram Challengers in the Bangladesh Premier League. Surrey batsman Will Jacks starred for the Challengers, topping the run scoring charts. Tomson spoke exclusively to ParkLife Sport during the tournament, revealing Jacks’ unique qualities which make him valuable in franchise […]
NBA All-Star Weekend Recap: Steph Curry shines as Team LeBron beat Team Durant while Karl-Anthony Towns wins 3-point contest
Steph Curry stole the limelight in Cleveland in the NBA All-Star game on Sunday night scoring 50 points which included SIXTEEN three pointers setting a new NBA All-Star record in the process. Team LeBron came out victorious over Team Durant winning 163-160 with LeBron James himself hitting a fadeaway shot to secure the win for […]
Severn Stars’ Late Comeback Not Enough Against Saracens Mavericks In 62-52 Loss In Vitality Netball Superleague
A Severn Stars comeback in the final quarter proved “too little too late” as they were beaten by Saracens Mavericks 62-52 in the Vitality Netball Superleague. Stars took to the court yesterday in their first home game of the season and, due to Covid, the first at a home venue, the University of Worcester Arena, […]
Cheltenham Town’s Alfie May becomes record breaker after 5-5 draw at Wycombe Wanderers
Cheltenham Town striker Alfie May became a record breaker in the 5-5 draw against Wycombe Wanderers after scoring four of the Robins’ goals. Following his impressive performance at the weekend, May has now scored the most goals by a Cheltenham player in a single League One season at 15, with 14 matches left of the […]
OPINION: Why the ‘greenest team in the world’ partnered up with the notoriously unethical Sports Direct
On one hand is an innovative football club with sustainability at the heart of its ethos, on the other is one of Europe’s most controversial retailers – Sports Direct. Since the start of the 2021/2022 season Forest Green Rovers Women have been sponsored by the self-proclaimed UK’s No. 1 Sports Retailer with Sports Direct’s logo […]
OPINION: Why Barcelona’s Spotify deal is a huge win for football
If right now, you dear reader asked football fans their second favourite club, chances are you will hear the name Barcelona. For fans of a certain age, the period of football from 2008 to 2015 will forever be synonymous with the Catalan giants and their favourite sons, Lionel Messi, Pep Guardiola and Carles Puyol to […]
OPINION: In sacking Chris Silverwood the ECB have given themselves an unwanted reliance on the Hundred’s finances, at what long term cost?
You wouldn’t have to sit in a laboratory wearing a long white coat, goggles, illegible scribbles on a flipped whiteboard and have a masterfully scientific mind to deduce that English cricket is a mess. You could point to the recent white ball success and say only half of English cricket is in inexcusable disarray. That […]
Park Life Sports Live Blog- Cheltenham Town’s reaction after memorable Wycombe draw, Gloucester Rugby look ahead to this weekend’s action, and more throughout the day!
Welcome to today’s Park Life Sports Live Blog, bringing you the latest sporting news from Gloucestershire and beyond. Coming up today, we look back at the Premier League fixtures from the weekend. We’ll hear later today from Cheltenham Town assistant manager Russell Milton ahead of tomorrows clash against Ipswich. As well as a look ahead […]
Michael Duff ahead of Cheltenham Town vs Sunderland – Robins striker faces lengthy injury spell whilst ‘very good’ Jermain Defoe could start
Michael Duff has held his pre-match press conference ahead of the Robins’ clash against Sunderland tomorrow night at the Jonny-Rocks. He confirmed an unfortunate, long term injury for forward Dan Nlundulu, who is in on loan from Southampton. “Dan Nlundulu is not good news,” Duff admitted. “He’s got significant damage in the hamstring and could […]