Freddie Stuart

If one was to judge captaincy purely based on tactical nouse, inspired team-talks and eloquence in dealing with media outlets, Alastair Cook’s legacy would be at best quickly forgotten. If we factor Cook’s ability to lead by example, however, and in being instrumental in the creation of a relaxed...

Earlier this week, Amar Mehta sat down with Sarah Orton, president of the women’s football club, to discuss BUCS, the David Ross Sports Village and the growth in women’s football. Hi Sarah, thanks for joining me today. How have the women’s team been doing this year in the BUCS...

The first round of the Davis Cup has come and gone quickly, with very little media attention. In fact, if it were not for 17-year-old Denis Shapovalov of Canada hitting a ball in frustration straight at the umpire, the round of fixtures may have slipped by, completely unnoticed, overshadowed...

It only took four games for Gary Brazil and Jack Lester to convince Fawaz Al Hasawi that they should be given managerial duties until the end of the season – removing the ‘interim’ part from their job titles. Whether or not a confusing set of rumours involving Mark Warburton’s...

Another outstanding week of sport last week saw the University of Nottingham claim victory in 30 out of 49 BUCS fixtures, an impressive win ratio of 61% the like of which has increasingly become the norm for the Green and Gold this season. With the BUCS Nationals taking place...

The handball rule reared its ugly head yet again in Arsenal’s 2-0 win over Hull City last weekend. Alexis Sanchez’s first goal was allowed to stand despite his hand making the final touch, while the Chilean’s second came via the penalty spot after Sam Clucas was shown a red...

On Monday the ECB announced that Joe Root would be the new England Test captain following Alastair Cook’s decision to step down. How will he fare in his new role? Joe Root, England’s star batsman across the formats was, on Monday, announced as Alastair Cook’s replacement as Test captain....