While this first entry is unlikely to be read by anyone other than my mother, every great journey has to begin with a single step. So it is only right that I introduce myself and outline the purpose of this blog.
I am Jon, as the title suggests.
I am currently stumbling through the MA Sports Broadcasting Journalism course at Staffordshire Uni, while slowly trying to claw my way into the real world and get myself a cheeky job doing what I enjoy. I am 22 physically, but tend to exhibit traits of both 5 year-olds and 65 year-olds.
I am a huge rugby fan, having played for schools, clubs and universities since I was 7. A liking of peanut butter, daytime television and beer have prevented my from achieving any measure of success, but I love it nonetheless.
Due to playing hooker for the overwhelming majority of my life, I estimate I am about 7 inches shorter than I should be and one of my ears is significantly bigger than the other.
I am a Sale Sharks fan for my sins, and while the heady days of Jason and Premiership titles now seem aeons ago, we are in a transitional period and the good times will be back once again!
As for football, I am a Tottenham Hotspur fan. Family pressure and an older, physically imposing cousin are the reasons behind this. Serhiy Rebrov still has a special place in my heart.
This blog will initially be focused on news, comments and discussions surrounding the 2011 Six Nations. As a tournament, it is unmatched for drama, physical intensity and fabulous rugby. Also, the wonderful BBC coverage produces promos like this....
Don't tell me Morgan Freeman and some fancy editing doesn't get your cockles all warm and tingly.
I expect this to develop into a more general sports blog, combining local Staffordshire sports news with national and international sports issues. Obviously, through my background, focus on rugby but I will also and include football, boxing, Formula 1 and I might throw in the occasional article on Conker World Championships or Wife Carrying. There will also be contributions from others to watch out for!
Enjoy and remember...
"If you can't take a punch, you should play table tennis." - Pierre Berbizier
Jon
