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Professional Wrestler Scott Oberman. Photo by Tony Knox.

No Cena, no Problem – Liverpool’s wrestling boom

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Professional wrestling tends to be associated with the likes of John Cena and The Rock in the WWE, or even MJF and Samoa Joe in AEW. Netflix’s recent broadcast deal with WWE has fuelled a surge in popularity, and the...
Photo of Kris (Left) Ben (Centre) and Matthew) after completing the Chester marathon, their most recent event they ran together. Photo by Mette Hjelm

Merseyside trio ready for next step in marathon journey

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The Liverpool Half Marathon next March seems a long way off, but for a trio of Merseyside runners, the training starts now. Ben Rimmer, Matthew Dobb and Kristaps Sens are gearing up for their next challenge, drawing on their...

Cheshire man’s transformation thanks to healthy lifestyle

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A Cheshire man has hailed exercise as the key to him regaining his health as National Cholesterol  Awareness month draws to a close. Martin Fletcher was in a constant state of physical struggle and low self esteem. Trying multiple different...

Old Swan ABC in desperate need for bigger home following World Boxing Championships

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A Liverpool boxing club secretary hopes to move into a derelict church in the city following the club’s increasing popularity post-World Boxing Championships.   The inaugural event, held at the M&S Bank Arena this September, has shone a light on...

Five things we learned from Jurgen Klopp’s The Diary of a CEO interview

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Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp revealed he almost joined Reds rivals Manchester United and refused to rule out returning to Anfield in in a sit-down interview on The Diary of a CEO.  He also discussed his upbringing and his management...

Liverpool reunion for Brentford number one Caoimhin Kelleher

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Caoimhin Kelleher’s move from Anfield understudy to Brentford’s first-choice goalkeeper offers fans a fascinating look at what life is like when a young talented player seeks regular football beyond Merseyside. After a decade with the Reds, Kelleher made the move...

Penny Lane Striders – running together for better men’s mental health

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A Liverpool-based running club is shining a light on how physical activity and social connection can make a real difference to mark Men's Mental Health Month in November. Penny Lane Striders hold clubs every Tuesday and Thursday for runners of...
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Southport physiotherapist addresses sports injury recovery times

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A Merseyside sports physiotherapist has explained why data shows that more male athletes suffer injuries than their female counterparts. Sports-related injuries have long been a prevalent issue across various disciplines. These injuries often result in athletes being sidelined.  Physiotherapist Scott Seddon...

How Mersey Rowing Club is tackling loneliness and ‘elitist’ stereotypes

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Mersey Rowing Club is using the power of sport to improve men's mental wellbeing and challenge rowing's reputation as a sport for the wealthy. Based at Liverpool Watersports Centre on Queen's Dock, the club continues to attract newcomers to the...

Black History Month: Celebrating athletes from Merseyside

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The black Liverpool community is one of the oldest in Europe and to celebrate Black History Month, Mersey Sport Live has profiled nine inspirational Scousers. Black Liverpudlians have graced the stage in boxing, football, the Olympics, and many other sports. Their...

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