Waking up on a Sunday morning and reaching for the TV control to realise that it wasn’t working bought me some discomfort and after some further investigative work my worst nightmare had come true. There was a power cut.
What should I do?
Such is my life that it revolves around electricity before thinking of what there was that I could possible do I went to make a cup of tea but oh no! No electricity no cup of tea unless I resorted back to the boiling water in a saucepan tradition such was my desire for my Sunday morning tea I did. I then thought of the laptop but unsurprisingly it had been left not charging with low life. So as an A level student currently taking my exams you would have thought that this was the perfect opportunity to catch up on some revision whilst there were no distraction of Playstation, TV or the internet a.k.a facebook, the A level destroyer. Many students are wasting their ‘revision’ time on facebook uploading pictures, browsing other peoples profiles or updated their own and chatting to ‘online friends’ who when you meet in the real world a brief hello is all that is exchanged. Status, where people reveal there certain emotion or feelings, are now expresses their annoyance with facebook examples such as, ‘if I fail my A levels I’ll blame facebook’, ‘facebook ruined my life’ and ‘I’m at war!.. with facebook’. Facebook has become an addiction for students like me where when we sign on to a computer and go on the internet the first point of call is facebook, it has become an obsession with many people spending their time just being online, not actually doing anything and just being ‘online’ in case they miss something such as a new notification – a picture comment or a message.
Why not just delete it!
Such is the strength of the addiction that if a profile was deleted the person would feel the urge to recreate his/her profile within minutes after deleting it and therefore taking up a lot more valuable revision time.
So back to my original point and power cut problem. I should have been doing some revision but it was Sunday morning and after a heavy night I gently crept make in to bed in the hope that by the time I woke up the power would be up and running again and my revision excuses would be once again on offer. This powerless control I have in that there is nothing to do leads me to think what did people do before electricity, well I would imagine they would lead a structured life.
Sunday, June 8, 2008
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Langley Park remain ever Hopeful
LANGLEY PARK School’s 1XI hockey team beat off rivals Kent College to secure the Kent Cup for the Bromley based comprehensive side. The eagerly awaited fixture took place after a convincing nine nil victory over Simon Langton of Canterbury in the Semi's with Kent College, 'KC', beating Sutton Valence 3-0 in the other semi.
The game began with Langley providing much of the early pressure however they were fully aware of the threat KC could cause on the break. Most of the chances in the first half fell Langley's way providing some impressive and crucial stops from England under 16 keeper Diccon Stubbings. The deadlock was finally broken midway through the first half when newly transferred turned Langley boy Michael Lawrence finished a fine attacking move slotting the ball past the onrushing keeper.
Langley went into the break one up and were encouraged by head coach Sam Naismith to 'keep their heads'. Langley continued to attack in the second half creating more openings to further their lead with KC producing very little upfront. The main aim of the half was to wear the opponents down and to gain more short corners, a target that was met by the players and mid-way through the second half Langley had got their second.
The corner that initially was blocked by the KC defence but after pressure from the forwards and a shot rebounding back off the post the ball fell to Matt Granell who lifted it passed the helpless keeper into the roof of the net. Langley managed to contain their composure for the remainder of the game however seemed poised for a nail biting last few minutes after it looked as if Kent College had pulled one back when a driven ball was deflected in. After strong appeals of a 'foot', from Langley players most noticeable enraged captain William Bishop throwing his stick to the ground. Umpire Mr Hardy paused the game briefly to converge with his partnering umpire and after a short in depth discussion the goal was ruled out much to the despair of Kent College, brandishing Hardy a cheat. Five minutes later the full time whistle sounded to the delight of the Langley Boys and the small army of supporting parents.
The victory rounded off a successful day for Langley with the 1XI completing a hat trick of victories with both the under 14's and 16's winning. Thoughts now turn to the South-East finals this Sunday where Langley go on to represent Kent competing against other schools in hope of reaching the nationals were the top schools in the country compete to be the best in England.
The game began with Langley providing much of the early pressure however they were fully aware of the threat KC could cause on the break. Most of the chances in the first half fell Langley's way providing some impressive and crucial stops from England under 16 keeper Diccon Stubbings. The deadlock was finally broken midway through the first half when newly transferred turned Langley boy Michael Lawrence finished a fine attacking move slotting the ball past the onrushing keeper.
Langley went into the break one up and were encouraged by head coach Sam Naismith to 'keep their heads'. Langley continued to attack in the second half creating more openings to further their lead with KC producing very little upfront. The main aim of the half was to wear the opponents down and to gain more short corners, a target that was met by the players and mid-way through the second half Langley had got their second.
The corner that initially was blocked by the KC defence but after pressure from the forwards and a shot rebounding back off the post the ball fell to Matt Granell who lifted it passed the helpless keeper into the roof of the net. Langley managed to contain their composure for the remainder of the game however seemed poised for a nail biting last few minutes after it looked as if Kent College had pulled one back when a driven ball was deflected in. After strong appeals of a 'foot', from Langley players most noticeable enraged captain William Bishop throwing his stick to the ground. Umpire Mr Hardy paused the game briefly to converge with his partnering umpire and after a short in depth discussion the goal was ruled out much to the despair of Kent College, brandishing Hardy a cheat. Five minutes later the full time whistle sounded to the delight of the Langley Boys and the small army of supporting parents.
The victory rounded off a successful day for Langley with the 1XI completing a hat trick of victories with both the under 14's and 16's winning. Thoughts now turn to the South-East finals this Sunday where Langley go on to represent Kent competing against other schools in hope of reaching the nationals were the top schools in the country compete to be the best in England.
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Such A Chambles
Just a quick line over the controversy surrounding Dwain Chambers as has been bugging me most of the week!
So he won the British trials and was rightly picked to represent Great Britain, so why o why is he suffering. Yes he is different from the other athletes but the difference between him and the rest is not that he is a cheat but he is a cheat which has owned up.
He has done wrong and he knows that but if the rules were put in correctly at the start by the head of UKathletics and the IOC to ban FOR LIFE athletes who have taken or take drugs then the issue like many others over the years would not have been a problem.
To blame the selection of Chambers forced through the underperformance of other athletes such as Craig Pickering is not only unfair but cowardly offering the selectors an easy way out of the situation. So Pickering bottled it, good, if Pickering can't deal with the pressure of the British trials then how is he going to ever cope in the Indoor World Championships let alone The Olympics.
And this whole malarkey about not paying for his flights, accommodation or training is ridiculous if he is going to compete for Great Britain then surely we should give him equal if not better facilities than the rest as he seems the only one who will avoid the trap that is British mentality, so he said 'no British athlete can win a gold without drugs' - good point!
I also find the comment made by Kelly Holmes blasting Chambers a 'cheat' very intriguing and somewhat ironic. So there she was at the age of 34 winning not only one gold medal but two in the 800m and 1500m both extremely tough endurance races. This all came after she had suffered a number of leg injuries while training in 2003 leading up to Athens and was diagnosed by a doctor with clinical depression going on to take herbal anti-depressants is that all the doctor prescribe her though!
So he won the British trials and was rightly picked to represent Great Britain, so why o why is he suffering. Yes he is different from the other athletes but the difference between him and the rest is not that he is a cheat but he is a cheat which has owned up.
He has done wrong and he knows that but if the rules were put in correctly at the start by the head of UKathletics and the IOC to ban FOR LIFE athletes who have taken or take drugs then the issue like many others over the years would not have been a problem.
To blame the selection of Chambers forced through the underperformance of other athletes such as Craig Pickering is not only unfair but cowardly offering the selectors an easy way out of the situation. So Pickering bottled it, good, if Pickering can't deal with the pressure of the British trials then how is he going to ever cope in the Indoor World Championships let alone The Olympics.
And this whole malarkey about not paying for his flights, accommodation or training is ridiculous if he is going to compete for Great Britain then surely we should give him equal if not better facilities than the rest as he seems the only one who will avoid the trap that is British mentality, so he said 'no British athlete can win a gold without drugs' - good point!
I also find the comment made by Kelly Holmes blasting Chambers a 'cheat' very intriguing and somewhat ironic. So there she was at the age of 34 winning not only one gold medal but two in the 800m and 1500m both extremely tough endurance races. This all came after she had suffered a number of leg injuries while training in 2003 leading up to Athens and was diagnosed by a doctor with clinical depression going on to take herbal anti-depressants is that all the doctor prescribe her though!
Friday, December 7, 2007
Contenders for Sports Personality
Just a quick update minutes before the annoucement of the 2007 Sports Personality of the Year award. Below i have listed what i feel should be the correct order for award with Joe Calzaghe taking it even though yes he is Italian and Welsh but is an incredibal performer and to still be undeafeted, an acheivement nearly accomplishment by Ricky Hatten in the early hours of this morning, is phenomenal.
1.) Joe Calzaghe
2.) James Toseland
3.) Ricky Hatton
4.) Lewis Hamilton
5.) Justin Rose
6.) Jason Robinson
7.) Paula Radcliffe
8.) Jonny Wilkinson
9.) Andy Murray
10.) Chritine Ohuruogu
1.) Joe Calzaghe
2.) James Toseland
3.) Ricky Hatton
4.) Lewis Hamilton
5.) Justin Rose
6.) Jason Robinson
7.) Paula Radcliffe
8.) Jonny Wilkinson
9.) Andy Murray
10.) Chritine Ohuruogu
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
My First Byline!
I'd thought i would kick-start my blog with a story I wrote whilst spending time with the Daily Mirror webteam for work experience earlier this year.
RON SIGNS NEW DEAL
by Sam Ross and Kevin Lynch 13/04/2007
CRISTIANO Ronaldo has agreed a new five-year contract with Manchester United, the Premiership leaders announced this morning.
The news brings to an end months of speculation over the 22-year-old’s future at Old Trafford.
Throughout the course of the season there have been persistent rumours linking the Portuguese winger with moves to Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona.
"I am delighted. I spoke with Sir Alex Ferguson about my future and everyone knew that I wanted to stay," he said.
"I am very happy at the club and I want to win trophies and hopefully we will do that this season."
United boss Ferguson added: "It is fantastic news, it emphasises the point that Cristiano is happy here and that he is at the right club. "He has a great relationship with the team, staff and the fans and he will go on to be one of Manchester United's great players."
Ronaldo has been in dazzling form for treble-chasing United this season and is favourite to win the PFA Player of the Year award.
RONALDO FACTFILE:
Height: 6.01
Weight: 12.02
Date of birth: 05-02-1985
Place of birth: Madeira, Portugal
Position: Winger
Joined Man United: 12 Aug 2003
Transfer Fee: £12.24million
Man United Debut: 16 Aug 2003 v Bolton (H)
Appearances for Man United: 179
Goals for Man United: 45
Previous Clubs: Sporting Lisbon, Nacional Madeira
Caps for Portugal: 36
International Goals: 12
RON SIGNS NEW DEAL
by Sam Ross and Kevin Lynch 13/04/2007
CRISTIANO Ronaldo has agreed a new five-year contract with Manchester United, the Premiership leaders announced this morning.
The news brings to an end months of speculation over the 22-year-old’s future at Old Trafford.
Throughout the course of the season there have been persistent rumours linking the Portuguese winger with moves to Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona.
"I am delighted. I spoke with Sir Alex Ferguson about my future and everyone knew that I wanted to stay," he said.
"I am very happy at the club and I want to win trophies and hopefully we will do that this season."
United boss Ferguson added: "It is fantastic news, it emphasises the point that Cristiano is happy here and that he is at the right club. "He has a great relationship with the team, staff and the fans and he will go on to be one of Manchester United's great players."
Ronaldo has been in dazzling form for treble-chasing United this season and is favourite to win the PFA Player of the Year award.
RONALDO FACTFILE:
Height: 6.01
Weight: 12.02
Date of birth: 05-02-1985
Place of birth: Madeira, Portugal
Position: Winger
Joined Man United: 12 Aug 2003
Transfer Fee: £12.24million
Man United Debut: 16 Aug 2003 v Bolton (H)
Appearances for Man United: 179
Goals for Man United: 45
Previous Clubs: Sporting Lisbon, Nacional Madeira
Caps for Portugal: 36
International Goals: 12
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