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Rise of golf since covid with golf pin and green, rising graph arrow and virus
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Rise of golf since Covid-19

April 21, 2026April 23, 2026 - by Marcus Mansfield

Golf has risen immensely since covid and continues to do so with participation at record levels.

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GRASSROOTS football social media has exploded with an outpouring of appreciation for a volunteer referee named Percy, who is still going strong in the centre circle aged 87.
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87 year old grassroots referee becomes internet sensation overnight

September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 - by Harry McBain

Grassroots football social media has exploded with an outpouring of appreciation for a volunteer referee named Percy, who is still going strong in the centre circle aged 87.

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Luke Brownlow, how a man with cerebral palsy inspired thousands

January 28, 2025January 30, 2025 - by Patrick FitzGerald

Luke Brownlow, a student at Solent University, has shared his journey of getting fit in the gym whilst having cerebral palsy.

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Violence and abuse are the main causes of referee shortages in football

October 11, 2024 - by Ben James

THOUSANDS of referees each year are leaving the game as the levels of intimidation and abuse continue to rise. Football is facing a crisis as it struggles to recruit and …

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