by Angel Sang | Jun 6, 2025 | Community, Wimbledon
Wimbledon headlines go to the champions, but it’s the hidden network of groundskeepers, ball crews, umpires, and operators that have helped build its legacy. This is their history. 1877: One court, a handful of staff, and a new chapter in sport One day, on a croquet...
by Angel Sang | Jun 6, 2025 | Groundwork
An anti-doping personnel, who has requested to remain anonymous, tells Sidelines what it’s like to travel the world and meet top athletes – all in the name of the Olympics’ integrity. Photo by Hansjörg Keller on Unsplash What was your job in anti-doping at...
by Angel Sang | May 29, 2025 | Groundwork, Top Story, Wimbledon
Every summer, the world tunes in to watch serves, sweat, and strawberries at Wimbledon. But beyond the highly anticipated matches and tennis stars, there’s a hidden workforce of young people making it all run smoothly. For most people, being a spectator at...
by Angel Sang | May 28, 2025 | Community, Top Story
Clubs don’t just make players, but coaches too. Sidelines explores how the pathway from student to master helps the cricket ecosystem grow and thrive. “At age seven, I knew I wanted to be a coach,” says George Duckworth, coach at Sutton Cricket Club. “At age 13, I...
by Angel Sang | May 23, 2025 | Performance, Uncategorised
In a packed locker room or under the stadium lights, you’d be forgiven for not spotting the signs. But according to sports psychologist Dr. Josephine Perry, as many as one in five elite athletes may have ADHD, and that number could be even higher among amateur...
