One of the best things about this series
#INDvENG
- my 11 year-old said last night, โDad, can you wake me up early tomorrow because I really want to watch the cricket.โ
How much he wants to watch we will see in the next 15 mins when I wake him up.
Young hockey players in the UK havenโt played competitive hockey almost a year. They like my son have missed it, it is a huge part of their lives. Today a local field froze and my son got skate outside - the smile after was huge. To skate outside for Brits is a dream. ๐๐ฅ ๐
Was delighted yesterday to be able to tell the story of
@whitesox
's new draftee Karan Patel on
@BBCWorld
. Karan has become the first American,of Indian origin to be drafted by an
@MLB
team. Turns out Karan also is a very good cricketer and has plenty of friends in
#Indian
team.
Donโt often put personal stuff hereโฆ.but we had some great news today. Our eldest Jonas has been named in the squad for the youth Olympics in ๐ฐ๐ท.
What an amazing opportunity to be part of the
@Olympics
movement.
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๐ฌ๐ง Great Britain name their team for January's three-on-three ice hockey at the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games in South Korea.
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I often to get to celebrate great moments in players careers. Rarely do you see the moment they share with the people who made the sacrifices to help them achieve their dreams. Tonight I filmed
@AdaStolsmo
and her Mum sharing a moment. Made me quite emotional as a parent.
Some exciting personal news - two weeks today I will be starting a new adventure joining
@sheffhallamuni
, teaching on the sports journalism course.
It will bring to an end almost 5 years incredible years working for
@BBCWorld
where I have had so many amazing opportunities.
Saw an interesting advert for football on
@primevideosport
real shame a new platform immediately loses credibility for how it markets its upcoming games.Sheffield United is not Sheffield, there are two teams in the Steel City. It is either Sheff United or Wednesday not Sheffield
Huge, huge day for British ice hockey - I believe there has not been a more important fixture in the 28 years I have followed the sport.
@TeamGBicehockey
v France,winner takes all. Heart,passion,hard work, discipline & a little luck needed to beat a French side ranked 13th in ๐
A few Sheffield United fans have been asking to hear more of the Chris Wilder interview from the piece that we made for BBC World News. Here is the full audio version. I think Wilder is box office.
#twitterBlades
๐จ๐จ๐จ๐จ
@TeamGBicehockey
cannot be relegated after Hungary beat Poland 3-2 in regulation this evening๐จ๐จ๐จ๐จ๐จTwo more wins guarantees promotion to the Elite level, so this is a huge opportunity for British ice hockey
@IIHFHockey
@BBCSport
An amazing performance from
@TeamGBicehockey
- yes they lost but they gave USA a real scare and everything they could handle. Ben Bowns made an incredible 59 saves. It finished 6-3 to the American's but every fan in the building gave GB a standing ovation.
I have known Chris Wilder for a long time, the best part of two decades. I absolutely respect him as a person and as a professional. What he did at Sheffield United was remarkable. In my time
@BBCSheffield
, the Blades went from a cup of tea in the Premier League to falling
Back in the Radio Sheffield office this evening, had so many great memories working here over the years. Hard to imagine I left here almost a decade ago. Itโs a praise!
I received a phone call today from former
@drfc_official
director of football Mickey Walker. He has been in hospital for the last 3 weeks with Coronavirus. He is hopefully over the worst of it, but it has been touch and go. Mickey sent me this message to share.
#COVID19
Feel very lucky to have spent the morning with one of Indiaโs hopes for an Olympic medal
@Tokyo2020
.
@Neeraj_chopra1
is one of the top javelin throwers in the world & he took me to the tiny rural village where he grew up to meet his family.
His story coming soon on
@BBCWorld
I am taking a week off work & a week off social media.I don't need the constant nastiness & negativity in my life. I believe as a society we need to understand more,judge less and show more compassion & kindness. Have a great week.
#bekinder
#racismisneverok
#somethingsareneverok
The
@steelershockey
and
@TeamGBicehockey
captain Jonathan Phillips told me today that despite the suspension of the EIHL season, he is not ready to retire and plans to return to play whenever that will be.
Wonderful interview with
@kylewalker2
and
@bbcjohnmurray
on
@5liveSport
. He said playing at Wembley for Sheffield United at 18, was, despite losing, one of the biggest moments of his career, tonight meant a similar amount for him. Great to hear him remembering his roots.
Huge moment for British ice hockey as Liam Kirk is drafted by
@ArizonaCoyotes
in the 7th round. The hard work starts now
@kirky_1424
the road to the show is a tough one, but go and show them what you are made of.
I am a father of a 9 year old boy, I am the coach of a U11s Hockey team. My son and my players believe they can be the next Liam Kirk.I hope that belief & desire will not be extinguished when they get to 15 because EIHL coaches are not willing to give them a chance.
#ThanksPT
I think today was a bad day for British hockey and for aspiring British hockey players.
Paul Thompsonโs vision, drive and determination to invest in youth development has given young players in the UK a belief they can be more than gate opening part timers.He ploughed a pathway
Over the last week parts or all of 18 Hockey games have been shown across the BBC. There have been millions of new eyes watching the sport and the clubs across the UK could benefit massively from exposure. Now imagine the interest if
@TeamGBicehockey
were involved?
#gamechanger
In the calm of the hotel I am trying to unscramble my thoughts about today.
@TeamGBicehockey
have achieved something I never believed I would see. To stay in this division is an unreal achievement, it gives validation to every player and coach who has been part of UK hockey.
Egypt v Russia two very passionate sets of fans. Zero segregation, fans drinking in the stands, yet there has not been a single flash point that I have seen. There is something seriously wrong with British football fan culture because we canโt or are not allowed to do this.
Huge congratulations to the Steelers for their first Challenge Cup win in 17 years. Could this be the start of the next Steeers era of success? This success will mean a lot to the unsung staff who have done everything rebuild the club from the brink. ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Awful news coming out of Nottingham this morning. A freak accident with devastating consequence.
My thoughts are with Adamโs family and friends, the playing staff of the Panthers and Steelers and everyone who witnessed what happened in Sheffield last night.
A sad day.
The Nottingham Panthers are truly devastated to announce that Adam Johnson has tragically passed away following a freak accident at the game in Sheffield last night.
I have to admit that I was a bit nervous working at
#Euro2020
ย after 14 months mainly working from home on my own.
The last 18 days in Budapest with
@JohnBennettBBC
&
@mazfaroo
has been really enjoyable. Felt good to be covering a major event again in a stunning City.
Budapest is scorchingly hot today, temperatures are in the 30โs and it is hard to imagine that wonโt have an impact on the
#Fra
v
#HUN
game. UEFA say a decision on cooling/water breaks will be taken prior to kick off.
#EURO2020
@BBCSport
#bbceuro2020
One of the highlights of my working life today, commentating on
@TeamGBicehockey
winning gold and going up. The players, coaches and backroom staff deserve all the credit for what they have done. This is the greatest day for British hockey I have experienced.
#daredtodream
I received this message last night, which shows why
@TeamGBicehockey
playing against the likes of
@HC_Men
and
@usahockey
is so important. Any parent with a fortnite playing child will tell you that this is a big deal.
Whatever happens here GB are inspiring the next generation.
Fascinating listening to Ans Botha talking about coaching
@WaydeDreamer
to success. She is an incredible lady who is celebrating 50 years in coaching. A very impressive person.
Bad signings, defeat to Burnley at Wembley, bad appointments. Departures Walker, Naughton, Maguire etc. Today 12 years on, they can get back to the โbig timeโ.
Good luck Chris Wilder and Alan Knill who do an amazing job. Blades fans I really hope you can enjoy today.
#uptheblades
There are a lot of people who helped
@kirky_1424
get his shot at the NHL. But had Paul Thompson not pushed for the
@steelershockey
to set up an apprenticeship programme, I am pretty sure that today we wouldnโt be talking about Kirk getting drafted.
One of my favourite nights working at Bramall Lane. It was the time where
@footballheaven
lifted to a new level and established itself as part of the South Yorkshire football landscape.
@Walkerpw
captured the moment brilliantly, the whole show that night was electric.
#passion
Watching this World Cup and seeing these amazing athletes play has been incredible. But I do find myself asking the question with the way many players react to pain. What must it have been like when they went to get their tattoos?
I have commentated on Canada (
@HC_Men
and
@HC_Women
) win Olympic gold medals,I never expected that I would get the chance to commentate
@TeamGBicehockey
against the most revered ice hockey nation in the world. Itโs David v Goliath & some. Itโs live on
@bbc5lsx
&
@BBCSport
1915
A new week and a new job. Really excited to be teaching at
@sheffhallamuni
offering my experience to the next generation of sport journalists.
Granted the X5 ๐ not as glamorous as โ๏ธUA80 to New York, but it is a new challenge which I am looking forward to.
#firstdayawork
With temperatures rising I suspect that is it for the A57 classic. Huge thank you to the farmer for accommodating us and to Green Scene Garden Centre for the hot drinks and parking.
Skating outside in the cold and the wind makes you feel alive and a great way to start Sunday.
If your kids have ever thought about playing ice hockey, then there is no better time for them to start.
Every single club in the country is desperate for new players & as a sport we need new players.
So if you child is between 4-16 contact you local team.
#hockeyforall
I thought Harry Maguire was outstanding today.He looked like a player who should be at a top four Premier league club - wonder if Klopp or Mourinho are thinking about it. Big,strong,great in the air & isnโt phased by pressure.Heโs an old fashioned defender with a modern twist.
He was great value. Huge thanks to Sheffield United for the access they gave us and to Chris and the team best of luck. Huge for South Yorkshire to have a team back in the Premier League.
Good luck to Lee Bullen today, he is one of footballs good guys who understands and loves the club. I hope he makes the most of his chance in charge at
#swfc
.
Good morning everyone. After a good breakfast itโs game day for
@TeamGBicehockey
, who open up against the Olympic ๐ฅGermany. I will be bringing full commentary on
@BBCSport
website and app from 315pm. Be great if you can join me for GBโs first game of
#IIHFWorlds2019
.
A few years ago I went to meet โฆ
@Neeraj_chopra1
โฉ to talk about his
#Olympics
dream. He invited me to his village in Haryana state to meet his family. Today he goes for gold in the Javelin. It remains one of my favourite pieces. Good luck Neeraj
I was very fortunate to spend some time with Pele when he came to Sheffield.A gracious and generous man when it came to giving his time & his views.
A person who lived his whole life in the spotlight.
RIP to one of the greats, impossible to compare eras, but a game changer.
Heading out to Slovakia to cover the
#iihfworlds2019
. My first was back in 2001 in Ljubljana, GB missed out on promotion to the top flight on goal difference. Now 18 years on, they take their place with the likes of Canada, USA and Finland. Look out for coverage across
@BBCSport
So proud to have been part of
@BBCSheffield
for over a decade.I was given opportunities I never dreamed of and learnt how to make radio.I am sure when all is said and done it will be my favourite ever job.Great news local radio is getting more funding.
#50yearsoflocalradio
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Played my first proper game of cricket in a very long time today. I pulled my hamstring bowling, played down the wrong line batting and was LBW for a golden duck.
We chased 130 and tied the game with a 4 off the final ball. It was absolutely brilliant.
#cricketreturns
Day off work so went to donate plasma for the first time. Staff were brilliant, the procedure is painless and relatively quick. Done and dusted in under an hour, will defo be back to do it again.
@GiveBloodNHS
I 've been very privileged to commentate on a lot of very exciting sporting occasions over the last 20 years, but that women's final may have been the best. Congrats
#USA
on gold, commiserations
#Can
That was world class sport.
#bbcolympics
@KennethJKenneth
was just brilliant too
I am sitting in the media room trying to compose my thoughts. Going live on
@TeamGBicehockey
facebook with
@ChrisEllyEllis
shortly to discuss the craziness of the last 3 hours. My 3 hours went like this, goal, run downstair, interview, live radio, live tv, write analysis, breath
โ๏ธ The first birthday cards from The King and The Queen Consort have been delivered to those celebrating their 100th and 105th birthdays across the UK.
World War Two veteran Ruth Park-Pearson, who turned 100 on Friday, was one of the first to receive a card from Their Majesties:
Really proud of Rob moving upwards and onwards in his career. He has come a long way since he started thanks to his energy. He is a really good journalist and an entertaining broadcaster with passion and work ethic. Well done Rob really pleased for you.
Iโve got some personal news to share. The next two weeks will be my last at
@bbcsheffield
. Iโm leaving to be the sports editor for the BBC in Hull, working for
@looknorthBBC
&
@RadioHumberside
.
Sad to be leaving Football Heaven but very excited about this opportunity.
2 sports-2 cities = busy day. Went to meet a football legend who scored more international goals than anyone but
@Cristiano
. Plus the man bringing the Barce way to India and the second highest paid sportswoman in 2018
@Pvsindhu1
. All coming to
@BBCWorld
soon.
#Delhi
#Bengaluru
Sheffield United excellent today another very impressive performance. Seems so strange to hear the pundits saying so many nice things about the Blades. Not sure that has happened very often in my lifetime.
#twitterblades
Some many things to love and admire about Eoin Morgan as a cricketer. For me his calling, it is a thing of beauty. Loud, clear and decisive, his partner never in the dark as to what is about happen.
#yesnowait
#nerdycomment
Paid a visit to give blood today. I had never done it until last summer and I kick myself for not doing it sooner.
The staff
@GiveBloodNHS
are amazing, it is fast and painless.
If you are thinking about it I recommend you give it a go and make difference to someone else.
Team. But who that is and what it looks like is for another day.
For now I want to pay tribute to a man who never forgot where he came from, who never forgot why it was important or to return a message or a phone call.
Good luck Chris -enjoy deciding what you want to do next
Morning allโฆ.0300 โฐโฆ.the early up and leave never gets easier. Delighted to be heading to my fifth Olympics games as I head to
#Tokyo2020
to commentate on the hockey tournament. It will be a different experience to the rest but one I am looking forward to.
A shame that
@BBCSheffield
&
@swfc
couldnโt come to a deal.I feel for
@Gids1980
&
@robstaton
because it makes their job extremely difficult on a daily and weekly basis.
Having a local radio coms deal is for the fans & worth more than the money which in football terms is tiny.
Incredible start for
@cardiffdevils
and
@BelfastGiants
in the champions hockey league.There is no doubt in my mind that the CHL has changed British ice hockey in a positive way.
Well done to you both.We are still light years behind as a hockey country,but we are closing the gap
DEVILS WIN!!!!
We kick off our third
@championshockey
campaign with a 3-2 home win over Mountfield HK!
Devils goals by Blair Riley, Mike McNamee and Charles Linglet ๐
Just back to the apartment after a frazzling yet brilliant last 5 hours.
@TeamGBicehockey
wanted it today and would not rest until they beat Italy. It was a gutsy performance and every single one if them deserves full credit. On a personal note so much fun to commentate on.
Good luck to Paul Heckingbottom, someone who has always been great to deal with.Sheffield United in my experience have always been better with someone who understands the SY footballing landscape and he does.
Good to see another young British boss given a chance.
#twitterblades
Wearing a piece of Sheffield history today. I think the buzz in Sheffield around the WSG in 1991 helped cement my love for all sport and taught me to enjoy watching the competition and high class performances whatever discipline. I was 13.
Been great to be back on
@BBCSheffield
. I have done lots of fun work things over the years but very little beats being on air and talking to people.
Thanks for the nice messages.
I would love to be in Sheffield today to celebrate the life of Brendan Ingle.I know he will have a great turnout as
#Sheffield
pays its respects to one of the greats. My thoughts are with the Ingle family today as we all say goodbye to a wonderful human.
#Brendan
#legend
Congrats or
@PetrCech
who won his first game of hockey after signing with Guilford.
After a 2-2 game he made the game winning save in the shootout. Fairytale stuff.
Totally understand why West Ham fans are upset about the handball decision. However the officials implemented the laws, and had the arm not touched the ball it would have been cleared to reletive safety. Yes it was unintentional, but it was still handball.
#twitterblades
Home time after a remarkable 10 days in Slovakia. So many memories that will stay with me forever. The airport is full of GB fans in a fuzzy state of delirium. โDid that really just happen?โ It did -
Massive, massive win for GB. A first top flight win in regulation since the 60s, I am told. Remember these players didnโt have a regular season and have taken 4 points from their last two games. Outstanding work, some wonderful finishing plus heart and passion. ๐๐๐๐
Liam Kirk scored twice as Great Britain produced another stunning performance as they beat Belarus 4-3 in the Group A of the
@iihfhockey
@2021iihfworlds
in Latvia.
I didnโt know Steve Wright very well, but a while I ago I got the chance to read the sport on Radio 2 for a few weeks.
The first job of the day was to deliver a minute headline read into Steveโs show. You had to go into his studio and read in front of him. It was intimidating
Early start this morning. I am really proud to be taking the
@Mcr_Storm
Academy U11s to the National Championships today. Should be a great experience for the kids and huge reward for their work on and off the ice this season. They are a lovely group of players. Good luck all.