No sleeping on the job
Why big isn't always better, why I wasn't best prepared for some of the recent Solheim Cup editions and why this year's match will be a little bit different.
Commentator or Fan?
Looking into commentary and whether broadcasters should always stay unbiased and neutral. Looking at examples from Barry Davies and Gary Neville and pointing out my own role at big porting events, I question if it’s ever ok to cross the line from commentator to cheerleader.
“Boring” Scottie Scheffler?
He’s the world number one golf player and it seems some want to perceive Scottie Sheffler as “boring”. From keyboard warriors to some journalists, Scheffler is being attacked for his lack of charisma. Have they got it right? And is it a case of just letting his golf do the talking.
The Gender Trap
There’s been a former footballer and manager who has decided it’s time to speak out against female presenters, commentators and pundits as a way of publicising his own podcast. I won’t mention his name as that just plays into his hands. His argument is flawed.
Commentary advice
Offering advice for aspiring broadcasters. Some of my key thoughts for anyone thinking about life as a sports commentator
Football commentary firsts
I may not be the best at remembering but a look back at the first live football report, interview and commentary I did. And even the time I was a ball boy!
Subway golf
Not even a Saturday night crowded underground train will stop peoples’ obsession with the game of golf
When sport matters
The heart warming, feelgood story of Linn Grant, the first female winner of a DP World Tour event
My first time
There’s a first time for everyone. Why my first broadcast still makes me wince and how it helped.
Lawro’s retirement
How the role of the pundit and co-commentator has changed from when Mark Lawrenson started out in the role
Same city, different sport, different medium
Commentating from the same city but in different sports requires different skills