Terry, Ferdinand, Racism & a Sporting Handshake Obsession

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With John Terry’s trial for racist abuse yet to begin, Chelsea take on Anton Ferdinand’s QPR in the FA Cup on Saturday. The pre-match ritual of shaking hands has taken on a whole new meaning as pressure is brought to bear on Ferdinand to be seen to make an act of reconciliation with his alleged abuser. What really lies behind the moves to encourage an essentially meaningless act, and why is English football so obsessed with such a gesture? Continue reading →

Farnborough and Lewes experience a week to forget

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Farnborough’s announcement of the repayment of an unpaid tax bill, which had resulted in a transfer embargo, is the latest twist in a story every bit as intruiging as those of other, higher profile, non league clubs. In addition there is also a connection to another southern club experiencing a difficult week. Continue reading →

FA Plan Puts Sussex Clubs at Risk

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An FA proposal to reduce the number of leagues competing at Step 5 of the non league pyramid may meet with approval of many, but for the Sussex County League it could mean an end to 90 years of history, and for its clubs there are likely to be tough choices to be made, with the risk of financial oblivion on the agenda. Continue reading →