If there is one area of the field where Liverpool have made the biggest strides in the last year it has been their defence. The Reds have been a free-scoring side for sometime now, but have leaked far to many in the past. That's not the case anymore and now manager Jurgen Klopp is looking to add to his defence further by signing a highy-regarded promising young defender. Liverpool are interested in Middlesbrough's 21-year-old defender Dael Fry and have watched the player six times according to a report in the Sunday Express. The young defender who has come through the academy ranks at Middlesbrough, has become something of a regular feature this season and is an England under-21 international. With Boro hoping for promotion this season the chances of letting Fry go may be reduced, although the Reds could make a move in the summer or agree a deal and immediately loan Fry back. Spurs fancy Watkins Tottenham Hotspur are showing a growing interest in Brentford's latest rising star Ollie … [Read more...] about Liverpool target U21 international, Tottenham want rising star
Hull’s £27m maritime project: Everything happening and how to take part
Work to clear tonnes of silt from a disused dry dock has started as part of a £27.5m project to highlight Hull's maritime heritage. The initial facelift at the former North End shipyard off Dock Office Row is being funded by the Environment Agency as part of its programme of flood defence improvements along the River Hull. But the wider project is being jointly funded by the Heritage Lottery and Hull City Council with the aim of making Hull's maritime story a key part of the city's tourism offer. While a team of maritime experts have been recruited to manage the five-year programme, people are also being encouraged to get involved as volunteers. Here's an update to what is happening and where - and details on how you can play a part too. Hull Maritime Museum Architectural heritage consultants Purcell, who are currently working on conservation projects at Palace of Westminster and Big Ben, have helped the Hull team produce draft designs for the improvements at the Maritime Museum … [Read more...] about Hull’s £27m maritime project: Everything happening and how to take part
Brighouse frustrated by lowly foes
Brighouse Town missed a golden opportunity to improve their standing in the Evo-Stik NPL East section when held to a goalless home draw by lowly Wisbech Town yesterday. Boss Vill Powell thought his side were lacking in the final third and that a week off had caused his side to lose momentum after good results against Belper Town and Bradford Park Avenue.Keeper Daniel Swan was the visitors’ hero, making a couple of early saves from Zeph Thomas and managing to keep out a late effort from substitute Jack Normanton with his forehead.Tom Haigh was constructive in midfield for Town, in front of an attendance of 274, while James Hurtley, Kurt Harris and Adam Jones were solid in defence.Two of the three sides above Brighouse in the table were beaten, leaders Morpeth by 2-1 at Loughborough and Marske by 3-2 against next Saturday’s Hove Edge visitors Lincoln United in the battle of the second and third teams. Brighouse went above Marske but stay fourth because Tadcaster Albion, 3-0 … [Read more...] about Brighouse frustrated by lowly foes
Liam Williams: Wales wing fights back tears on 50th cap
18 Nov From the section Welsh Rugby Share this with Digg Facebook Google LinkedIn Reddit StumbleUpon Twitter Copy this link http://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/46245058 Read more about sharing. Wing Liam Williams says he had to fight back the tears on his 50th Wales cap before scoring two tries in the record 74-24 win over Tonga.Williams produced a brilliant diving effort in the first-half before completing his double and finishing off the 10-score rout with the final touchdown.The British and Irish Lions Test back admitted he had to focus after leading the side out in his milestone match."It was emotional." said Williams.Wales score 10 tries to thrash Tonga - reaction & highlightsGatland aims for autumn clean sweep"When Dan Biggar said congratulations to me as I ran out for the anthems, I had to fight back the tears."It's a great honour and something I'm very proud of. Hopefully … [Read more...] about Liam Williams: Wales wing fights back tears on 50th cap
The woman who’s taking her Welsh brewery global
Some businesses start as a hobby. They then grow organically over time. Many of these side projects – often in the food and beverage industry – begin in a shed or a garage before the past-time grows and suddenly it’s a business. But this wasn’t how Sarah John wanted it to go. The Swansea-based entrepreneur knew she had a quality product and didn’t want to waste any time. While she had dabbled in home brewing she, along with her partner Roy Allkin, decided to start their own brewery business they went “all in”. Their first investment in equipment was a 10-barrel kit, which has the capacity to brew 2,000 litres in one go. “Most craft breweries starting off would have a kit half or a quarter of that size,” says Ms John. “We started off with the 10-barrel kit in an industrial unit and I always wanted it to be a big success. “Straight away we targeted the big customers to really grow, and it is that determination that has got … [Read more...] about The woman who’s taking her Welsh brewery global