The latest in a range of FIFA (www.FIFA.com) projects targeting a boost in football’s global competitiveness; Adds data-driven and contextual structure to FIFA’s work with member associations; Arsène Wenger explains the details in the latest edition of FIFA’s Living Football showFIFA has launched an innovative FIFA Talent Development Scheme (TDS), offering bespoke assistance to member associations (MAs) to help them achieve their full potential and continuing the measures taken to reduce the … [Read more...] about FIFA Launches TDS
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Audio: Spanish experience one to behold for Blitzboks
Listen to Shaun Williams tell us in his own words: The HSBC Spain Sevens double was a remarkable feat for the Springbok Sevens squad they returned to South Africa on Tuesday with the knowledge that their four-tournament winning streak in the 2022 HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series has given them the perfect start to the season, that culminates in Los Angeles in August. Despite the silverware, Blitzbok coach Neil Powell complimented the contributions of the younger group of players in the squad … [Read more...] about Audio: Spanish experience one to behold for Blitzboks
Bidding process to host 2026 Men’s and Women’s World Cups begins
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has launched today the bidding process for hosting the FIH Hockey Men’s and Women’s World Cups which will be played in 2026.The prestigious event, for Men like for Women, is the pinnacle of FIH events and is being played every 4 years. Both the Men’s and the Women’s World Cup involve sixteen teams amongst the best ones in the world. The deadline for submitting the bids is 31 May 2022. The hosts will be decided by the Executive Board on 3 November and … [Read more...] about Bidding process to host 2026 Men’s and Women’s World Cups begins
Disciplinary Update – Craig Gilroy
Craig Gilroy of Ulster Rugby has been cited for an incident that occurred in the 22nd minute of the United Rugby Championship Round 11 fixture at Kingspan Stadium against Scarlets on Friday, January 28.The Citing Commissioner in charge has made a complaint about an act of foul play by Gilroy (No 14) against opponent Thomas Rogers (No 14). The Player has been cited under Law 9.13 – A player must not tackle an opponent early, late or dangerously. Dangerous tackling includes, but is not limited to, … [Read more...] about Disciplinary Update – Craig Gilroy
Training Runs set to prepare entrants for the 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race!
Something else from MyGqeberhaPlaying in 10 Degrees Celsius in Cape Town South Africa on Wednesday Evening 14 July 2021, the SA ‘A’ side (Springboks) started off on a good foot. Full Report here: https://mygqeberha.com/match-report-sa-a-17-vs-british-and-irish-lions-13/ Director of Rugby, Rassie Erasmus; SA ‘A’ Captain Lukhanyo Am, Man of the Match Cheslin Kolbe and No. 8 Jasper Wiese field questions at the post match media conference. Go On - Share the Gqeberha Love! Gqeberha's Latest News and … [Read more...] about Training Runs set to prepare entrants for the 2022 THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN 3-Day Stage Race!
Kinghorn eager for return to Midmar podium
2020 aQuellé Midmar Mile champion Robyn Kinghorn is looking to make up for the disappointment of a fifth place last year when she returns to the KwaZulu-Natal dam to take on the 2022 race next month.The aQuellé Midmar Mile takes place from 10-13 February and Kinghorn is eager for a return to the podium. “I always strive to win. So I will definitely put everything into the race and see how I do,” said the Durban swimmer. “However I always ensure that it remains a fun-filled day.” Thousands of … [Read more...] about Kinghorn eager for return to Midmar podium
Rising Unbeaten Prospect, Ashton Sylve, Vows to Deliver “Great…
“I will be world champion in several weight classes.” LONG BEACH, Calif. (PRWEB) January 28, 2022 Undefeated prospect Ashton “H2O” Sylve aims to make a splash in his U.S. debut when he steps into the ring on Saturday, February 26 in Pomona, California, as the 17-year-old looks to leap into the discussion amongst the sport’s top prospects. A self-described “mobile brawler” inside of the ring, Sylve first gained acclaim at eight-years-old, when his father and trainer Ivan posted a training … [Read more...] about Rising Unbeaten Prospect, Ashton Sylve, Vows to Deliver “Great…
Scotland Announce U20 Six Nations Squad
Scotland U20 Head Coach Kenny Murray has named a 30-man squad for the forthcoming 2022 Under-20 Six Nations. Murray’s squad will host last year’s Under-20 Six Nations Champions, England, in the opening round of the Under-20 Six Nations on Friday 4 February at The DAM Health Stadium (kick-off 8pm) – live on BBC iPlayer. The 30-man squad is made up from 17 forwards and 13 backs, with 14 players returning to the group after experiencing their first taste of age-group international rugby last … [Read more...] about Scotland Announce U20 Six Nations Squad
Travis Barrett targets vital second Berge & Dale title
Something else from MyGqeberha2019 World Cup winning Springbok Hooker, Malcolm Marx, chats to the media from the Springbok Camp in Bloemfontein ahead of the Springboks first test against Georgia in preparation for the British and Irish Lions Tests. Malcolm Justin Marx (born13 July 1994) is a South African professional rugby union player for the South Africa national team and the Kubota Spears in the Japanese Top League. His regular position is hooker, but he did play as a flanker at youth level … [Read more...] about Travis Barrett targets vital second Berge & Dale title
New Dates for Postponed URC Fixtures
The United Rugby Championship can confirm that two fixtures from the Christmas and New Year period involving Ulster have been rescheduled.Ulster’s Round 8 fixture with Connacht and their Round 9 game against Leinster were both postponed due to Covid-19 issues and are now slated to take place in February and March. Ulster versus Connacht will be played on Friday, February 4 at 20:15 (UK/IRE) and will be broadcast live on BBC Northern Ireland, TG4, Premier Sports, SuperSport and URC.tv. Ulster … [Read more...] about New Dates for Postponed URC Fixtures
The UK’s first sports management company run by two former World…
Joe Calzaghe CBE and Darren Barker talking about the launch of International Sports Group ISG “To us this is more than just a business. We have both had life changing experiences because of boxing and we want to give back to a great sport.” Darren Barker CARDIFF, United Kingdom (PRWEB) January 21, 2022 On Wednesday, 19th January 2022, at midday in the Enzo Calzaghe MBE boxing gym in Newbridge, South Wales, a new boxing sports management company was launched by Joe Calzaghe CBE and Darren … [Read more...] about The UK’s first sports management company run by two former World…
Scotland announce 2022 Guinness Six Nations squad
Gregor Townsend has named five uncapped players in his 39-man squad for the upcoming Guinness Six Nations including Saracens back-rower Andy Christie and London Irish scrum-half Ben White.Rory Darge, Ben Vellacott and Kyle Rowe are also rewarded with call-ups ahead of Scotland’s first game of the championship on Saturday, 5 February against England. Andy Christie represented Scotland at youth level, playing for the Under-16s and the 22-year-old has played with Saracens since 2018, becoming a … [Read more...] about Scotland announce 2022 Guinness Six Nations squad
First retainer contracts signed by Wales Women
Nine Wales Women players have been handed retainer contracts and joined the WRU’s performance programme.Forwards Gwen Crabb, Georgia Evans, Kat Evans, Cerys Hale, Abbie Fleming and Bethan Lewis, along with backs Kerin Lake, Caitlin Lewis and Niamh Terry, will train alongside the 12 full-time players between one and three days a week. Up to six more players on retainer contracts are set to be added in the coming weeks. Wales Women head coach Ioan Cunningham said, “These players are a vital … [Read more...] about First retainer contracts signed by Wales Women
Wales Sevens squad for World Series announced
Richie Pugh has named his first Wales squad for the next two rounds of the HSBC Sevens World Series, blending youth and experience together for the Spanish legs in Malaga and Seville.The squad will be spearheaded by Team GB triumvirate Luke Treharne, Morgan Williams and Tom Williams but Aberavon flanker Lloyd Evans, Pontypool flyer Lloyd Lewis and Dragons winger Owen Jenkins also offer plenty of experience, having played on the World Series previously. Among the 13-man squad named for the third … [Read more...] about Wales Sevens squad for World Series announced
Change to the Rules of Hockey – 2022
The FIH Rules of Hockey are updated in the January following the Olympic Games or FIH Hockey World Cups. FIH Sport Director and double-Olympian Jon Wyatt introduces the main Rules changes, which have just come into force. Jon, what is the process for changing the Rules and how was it applied this time? The Rules are issued by the FIH Rules Committee (made up of Rules experts from the 5 Continental Federations) under the authority of the International Hockey Federation (FIH). They are updated … [Read more...] about Change to the Rules of Hockey – 2022
