We all know how dangerous melanoma can be. We all know that if you spend a lot of time in the sun you are at a greater risk of contracting the dreaded skin disease. But how great is the risk? Should surfers really take greater precautions than the non-surfing population? New research provides surprising answers. Yeah. Sure. It’s obvious isn’t it. Of course surfers are in a … [Read more...]
ACL and the sports bra
While driving around town the other day my ear picked up at a story on the radio, and it occurred to me that it might be of interest to my daughter Sal and my son’s partner Gracey who both happen to be good athletes and very good soccer* players. Daughter Jade, a hooper, might also take note. I saw Gracey (who just happens to have a crook knee) the next day and I told her about … [Read more...]
Why are some sports addictive?
My nose is gushing. My eyes are swollen - almost closed. My skin is blotchy and itchy. I am sneezing every few seconds. Allergy. Hay fever. Hence, I am waiting for my turn at the pharmacy counter for the chemist to sell me something that will reduce my misery. I look down at the array of colourful pharmaceutical goodies on display on the shelf just below the counter. What … [Read more...]
Billionaire proposes hybrid Rugby competition! – “Heart of Rugby”
In a move that will rock the sporting globe to its foundations, magazine publishing billionaire, Jed Hawkins, today announced that his new “Heart of Rugby” company will launch its inaugural competition that combines the talents of Australia’s finest Rugby League and Rugby Union players in 2026. Hawkins made the announcement to a shocked group of journalists, sports pundits … [Read more...]
Postecoglou coaching pointers
Is there are greater waste of time in the world of sport than in listening to post match player and coach interviews. Normally, very little is revealed. Cliches, complaints about officials and restating of the bleedingly obvious abound. It was refreshing to see a coach interview, earlier this week, that revealed clear insight into a prominent coach's coaching … [Read more...]