PUMA have an awesome sweepstakes competition that could see you win a pair of custom ‘Dancing Umbrellas’ Arnold Palmer & PUMA Hi-Tops and Snapback Cap autographed by Rickie Fowler. In tribute to Arnold Palmer, Rickie Fowler will once again head to Bay Hill for the Arnold Palmer Invitational, with special plans to pay tribute to […]
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What is REALLY wrong with SA sport?
Watching the Proteas tumble out of another ICC event shortly after a RWC campaign where the Springboks lost to Japan – I couldn’t help but wonder if SA sport’s biggest problem is not talent, or even coaches – it’s our attitude. In my opinion – SA is one of the most naturally talented nations in […]
The Masters 2016
I love playing golf, it’s one of the best things you can do. Morning tee-offs mean a quiet walk with a bunch of mates. But I don’t really enjoy watching it though, other than the Ryder Cup and of course…. The Masters The reason I don’t really enjoy watching golf is purely because I hate […]
LeftBacks Christmas Wishlist
It’s Christmas in a few days so if you’re still unsure what to get your sport mad significant other – you’re just about out of time. That’s the bad news. The good news is that Bruce and Juan have created a list of 10 perfect gifts for the avid sports fan. You’re welcome. Let’s start […]
Boys’ weekends are good for the soul!
As we get older, life always seems busier than it used to be and weekends away tend to include couples and often, kids. Every now and then – a boys-only weekend is in order, and it’s great! Last Saturday, my alarm went off at 4:30am – it’s been a while since I’ve been excited to wake up that early. […]
Epic Sporting Fallouts
Recently, a certain ex South African has been all over the news for being told to go and score some runs and then he may be considered for an England call up. He scored a bucket load and was not considered for the England squad. Watching this unfold got me thinking about fallouts in sport. And […]
#LeftBackHigh5: Top sports bars in Cape Town
Winter is coming and we’re not talking Game of Thrones. As the chill of winter descends upon South Africa, outdoor braais and garden sports start to make way for indoor activities. Here at LeftBacks HQ our favourite winter pastime by far is catching a good sporting event at a good bar. The vibe, the buzz, the beers – your […]
#TuesdayHIGH5: Most Expensive Sporting Events
Those who know me personally will know that the missus and I are embarking on a pilgrimage to the rugby homeland. That’s right – we’re heading to England for the semi and final of Rugby World Cup 2015! We won’t, however, be visiting the stadiums for the games due to the fact that a ticket will […]
Dear Santa: a sports fan’s Christmas wish list
2014 has flown by quicker than a Dale Steyn short ball and Christmas is all of a sudden upon us. It’s been busy here at LeftBacks HQ, so we totally forgot to send our wish list to the North Pole. Luckily, we’re confident that a week is enough time for the fat, bearded old man to get our […]
#MondayHIGH5: The best sporting games
While the festive season is always a good time to festively over-eat and drink enough beer to undo a year’s worth of exercise – here at LeftBacks HQ we also like to spend some of our extra time parked off in front of the TV or computer, dominating at a sports game or two. So […]