The New Outfield Player and Versatility Most commentators were critical of the erratic display of Manchester City’s new goalkeeper Claudio Bravo after the weekend derby with Manchester United.  But by focusing on what he did wrong in the match they ignored the value and versatility that he brings to his new team.

Why Top Flight Football Academy Focuses on Technique Technique is the most important consideration for the modern player.  Now more than ever, what matters most is what a player can do with the ball.

Rise and Shine The sports practices of most school-aged athletes occur in the afternoon but to achieve optimal learning outcomes training is best held in the morning.

Friday Night Lights at Bill McKinlay Friday Night Lights, a book describing high school American football in small town Texas, tells the story of how individuals and communities live for their local team. School spirit and the importance of representing your local town are paramount. Watching Sacred Heart College take on St Kentigern College last Friday night at Bill McKinlay […]

Shades of Humility With transfer fees of the top professional clubs going through the roof, the European Championships were a welcome contrast to the money game as the power of the collective dominated.

When a Surprise Isn’t a Surprise The biggest surprise relating to Iceland’s 2-1 victory over England at Euro 2016 this week has been the general response that it was a massive upset.