Another day sees another victory for top of the league Liverpool, as they finish the year with a 13-point lead and the title surely in sight. Image Credit: EuroSports Sadio Mane’s goal in the first […]
2016: A Year in Sport
From Donald Trump to Brexit, toxic elections and terrorists attacks may be the first things which come to mind when thinking back to the year of 2016. However, despite all the doom and gloom, in the world of sport 2016 saw an incredible year full of major sporting successes.
Professor Green Review: Just Be Good to Leeds
Professor Green has ‘just been good to Leeds’ after he sells out his re-scheduled tour that was postponed due to a seizure he suffered that led to a fractured neck. However, his injury did by […]
Boxing Officials Banned From Tokyo
Image credit- Tokyo 2020 All thirty six referees which were involved in the 2016 Olympics in Brazil have been banned from officiating at the Olympics in Tokyo next year. The IOC (International Olympic Committee) made […]
Marching on Together
Image Credit: Ungry Young Man, Flickr, 24/10/18 Players, Supporters and Legends have all come together over the last week to celebrate 100 years of Leeds United. The club anthem was sung loud and proud in […]
The Gryphon’s Guide to Fifteen Black Athletes Who Changed the World
From refusing to let Black athletes compete to segregating the playing field so that Black athletes weren’t allowed to perform at the same time as White athletes; it is clear to say we have come a very long way. Although you may not be able to imagine a life of sport without the likes of Usain Bolt or Raheem Sterling, there are many African-American athletes which once ignored these barriers in order to not only pave the way for their fellow Black athletes in forthcoming centuries but to make the world a more equal platform. Over time, we have had the opportunity to witness many exceptional Black sporting figures that have made history and have changed the world of sport for good. We should be privileged that we were able to witness this.
Men’s Two’s Too Good for Beckett
Derby day finally dawned – for the University of Leeds footy boys it was time for the short trip to the Leeds Beckett Campus in what was set to be a scintillating day of football. All 4 teams were to meet their rivals head to head in arguably the most competitive fixture of the year.
A Fresher’s Guide to Sport at Leeds University
So, you’ve cancelled your gym membership and you’ve picked up the courage to move away from home. Want to stay fit and meet people with similar interests? Leeds University has so many sports clubs in-store that cater for all.
Face it Tiger You Just Hit the Jackpot
Image Credit: Getty Images Tiger Woods ends has won his fifth masters title after going 11 years without a major. After 11 years he’s finally back. Tiger Woods has won his fifth Masters title finishing […]
Top Teams Triumph in FA Cup Quarters
Image Credit [Reuters] Only Premier League teams remain in the FA Cup before the semi-finals at Wembley. Manchester City’s stunning second half performance saw them come from 2-0 down to beat Swansea 3-2 in the […]
DeGale Ends his Career 25-3
Image Credit: [ITV] James DeGale announced his retirement after losing to Chris Eubank Jr. at the O2. Chris Eubank Jr. bagged the biggest win of his seven year career so far on Saturday evening after […]
Transfer Deadline Day Round-up
Image Credit: [BBC] The transfer window of January 2019 has officially closed and it is now time to ask the question whether teams, players and fans are satisfied with the deals made. It has been […]