By Darragh Nolan Broadly speaking there are two sides to the Colin Kaepernick debate. There are those who support his decision to protest against police brutality and racial discrimination. On the other side, some believe taking a knee during the national anthem was disrespectful and unpatriotic. Generally those that support Kaep believe his status as a free agent is a … [Read more...] about Collusion settlement calls Kaepernick’s legacy into question
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Andy Murray was a true great during tennis’ golden age
By Darragh Nolan Few among us could have anticipated a premature end to Andy Murray’s illustrious career. Whether we have seen the last of the three-time Grand Slam winner, or he bows out on home soil at Wimbledon this summer, he has already carved out a historic resumé at the age of just 31. He delivered a win at the sport’s most famous tournament that was 77 years in the … [Read more...] about Andy Murray was a true great during tennis’ golden age
MMA cannot be a clean sport while Jon Jones competes
By Darragh Nolan Where Jon Jones goes controversy follows. His latest comeback from a drug suspension looked to be doomed when he tested positive for Turinabol in the week leading up to his rematch with Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 232. This illegal substance was the same one that saw Jones stripped of his light heavyweight title, his win over arch rival Daniel Cormier … [Read more...] about MMA cannot be a clean sport while Jon Jones competes
No Mr Spacey, let me be frank
By Darragh Nolan Just as the sun began to set on 2018 and Kevin Spacey had totally faded from the public eye, the disgraced actor re - emerged in truly bizarre fashion. Christmas Eve saw Spacey tweet for the first time in over a year with a video in which he seemingly denies the numerous sexual assault allegations made against him, in character as Frank Underwood from House … [Read more...] about No Mr Spacey, let me be frank
LeBron’s Lakers aren’t perfect, but they aren’t panicking either
By Darragh Nolan Something is rotten in the state of Los Angeles. Head coach Luke Walton is already on the hotseat. The young supporting cast haven’t taken the step forward many expected. The Lakers are atrocious on defence. There’s no cause for concern, though. Unlike Hamlet, the King (James) isn’t dead just yet. The 2010 – 11 Miami Heat were 9–8 through 17 games, LeBron … [Read more...] about LeBron’s Lakers aren’t perfect, but they aren’t panicking either