We have a budgerigar at home and with all the work going on at the moment, he’s been continually on … More

I’m enjoying my lake fishing for perch and today – at opposite ends – I did a couple of sessions. … More

As Dilwyn, our Bedlington Terrier grows, more people are recognising him by his breed. When he was born he was … More

I’m enjoying my visits to the lake after perch. As there’s a lot of stuff going on in my life … More

Today’s message is inspired by the life of Rev. Kenneth Hunt. That’s a replica Wolverhampton Wanderers 1908 FA Cup final … More

As far as media is concerned, the focus on the next game begins once everything is wrapped up after the … More

With a very long day in front of me, I was up at first light and fishing a lake after … More

We’ve been without water for a couple of weeks now – as far as the washing machine is concerned anyway … More

The heading sets the scene, as I switched from the Staffs/Worcs Canal to a lake. The tackle was the same … More

I was up at first light and on my way to a stretch of local canal. In my last mini-jigging … More

This weekend, The New Saints FC Women host Cardiff City Women at Park Hall in the Genero Adran Premier. The … More

The work on our home, which is going on at the moment, is a source of inspiration as far as … More

On this day in 1620, the Mayflower set sail from Europe for what is now the USA. The journey took … More

In life, when you’re going through a difficult time, you can never underestimate the importance of light at the end … More

I’ve struggled of late lure fishing but tonight, as the lead image and the heading suggest, hopefully I’ve turned the … More

I do bring some interesting things back with me from work and the latest items are revealed in the video … More

In yesterday Thought For The Day, I said that things always work out. Sometimes it seems that they don’t though. … More

Dilwyn, our Bedlington Terrier, has had a couple of brief walks into one of our local woods, in Baggeridge. Today, … More

I was up nice and early this morning for a first-light visit to a section of local canal. I’m continuing … More

It doesn’t matter what life throws at us, we always get there in the end. Well, mostly anyway, but that’s … More

A combination of work and home renovations have meant that there’s been no fishing for a few days. I was … More

I had been to six games between Penybont and The New Saints prior to this one, and with three at … More

I spend a certain number of nights each year in hotel rooms and that’s where today’s message comes from. You … More

We all like exciting things going on in our lives. However, as we also know, not every day is like … More

I’m in the capital of Wales for one night and this time staying at the Mercure Hotel to the north … More

Does life ever go smoothly? The answer to that, as we all know, is not always! Today’s inspiration comes from … More

It was November 19, 2019, when I went to my last Wales match. That was against Hungary and little did … More

A busy day ahead of me, I was at work nice and early for a number of things, including a … More

We’re having renovations done at the moment and that’s where today’s inspiration comes from. Watch the video here. There are … More

I’m currently, at the time of writing, at work and that’s where the lead image was taken just now. Once … More

We’ve started our home renovations and there’s a lesson in there, not just for that specific situation, but for life … More

Just entering a period of building work at home means that the next few weeks will be very busy and … More

Another Dilwyn-inspired thought, today’s features the puppy himself. Watch the video here with more messages here.

Our puppy is growing up nicely now. From the beginning, he worked out that going to bed for him is … More

We’re just about to embark on a number of construction projects at home. There will be lots of short-term inconvenience … More

It was late in the day when I set off for the Staffs/Worcs Canal but thirty minutes of fishing is … More

I’ve lost some weight this year and that’s the inspiration for today’s thought. I’ve shed a few pounds but there’s … More

The Welsh Cup is up there at the top of the table, as far as my own favourite competitions are … More

It’s my favourite competition later today, as The New Saints play Llanrwst United in the JD Welsh Cup. Before I … More

Sometimes what we think is a negative situation, once we look beyond the surface, may actually be a blessing in … More

After a few very enjoyable trips to the small brook, it was back to the Staffs/Worcs Canal this evening. You … More

Time flies and we’re now into the final third of 2021. At the start of the year, I embarked on … More

When you refer to carp fishing, in the context of venues most anglers would picture large expanses of water in … More

I’m holding – or at least trying to – my puppy, Dilwyn, in this video for a reason. He leads … More

I knew I would be back home late, but wanting to get some fishing in, I headed for the tiny … More

If I say I’ve been busy the last few days, it doesn’t really mean that much as I do fit … More

I’m in Llanelli, in south Wales, for one night. I do enjoy travel very much and football provides plenty of … More

JD Cymru Premier MD3 saw The New Saints travel to west Wales to take on Haverfordwest County AFC. The 100% … More

Although I much prefer to walk around and take in the local area, it’s not always possible. On this occasion … More

It wasn’t as picturesque as some of the places that football takes me to – and there’s no disrespect intended … More

I always enjoy travelling across mid-Wales. It’s where my Welsh roots are. Our past is important. Watch the video here, … More

As I often express in my blog entries, I appreciate my Welsh roots very much indeed. I have Radnorshire blood … More

It’s important that we concentrate on what we do in life. However, we also need to keep an eye on … More

The latest record to join my collection is Motown Chartbusters Volume 9. Bought from a charity shop in Wolverhampton, watch … More

Facebook memories reminded me that, in 2016, I had my first dream in the Welsh language. There’s more on the … More

I fish a lot – every day, if possible – but that means lots of short sessions. I just don’t … More

The women’s game in Wales has recently gone through a major revamp. In from the beginning, as far as the … More

With a long and busy work day ahead of me, I did some brook fishing in the morning. With minimal … More

People love puppies but beyond the cuddly, cute image, they’re hard work. It’s why so many get abandoned or returned. … More

Today’s thought comes from the back garden at home. Based around a bird feeding station, the message is that sometimes … More

I haven’t been lure fishing for a number of sessions, but yesterday evening I got my gear sorted for an … More

Anything that’s posted on the internet is likely to attract opinions from people. In the case of the story in … More

In the last diary installation of Dilwyn, the Bedlington Terrier, he struggled against going for his first walk. He now … More

With second hosting third, and both off to a winning start last weekend, something had to give on that front. … More

If you’ve been following my stickleback adventures of late, then no doubt you’ll be impressed with the quantity of fish … More

There are almost 8 billion people in the world today and it’s true to say, no matter how hard you … More

I’ve certainly enjoyed my brook visits and I’ll definitely be back. It was nice to return to the local canal … More

Although The New Saints’ European adventures are over for at least another season, I added three items to my personal … More

The last time I interviewed the New Zealand international was when he hung up his TNS FC boots at the … More

The revamped women’s football system in Wales gets underway shortly. Prior to the season starting, I interviewed two of the … More

Just like the natural world doesn’t change from one season to another overnight, there is also often a transition in … More

Fishing is ultimately about enjoyment and that’s why I’ve been for three sessions on the bounce in pursuit of three-spined … More

I recently shared a blog entry from the church in Llansantffraid, that you can access here. The reason that I … More

My granddaughter asked me if I will miss the place where we used to live. I said, no, it’s just … More

This Saturday (August 21, 2021), The New Saints welcome Caernarfon Town to Park Hall. The pre-match press conference with TNS’ … More

I enjoyed my last visit to the small brook so much I returned the next day. That’s what fishing should … More

His first walk? Maybe that should be attempted to take him for his first walk, because as you can see … More

The internet can be a dark place but it can also be positive as well. Whether it’s the internet in … More

It’s been some time since I targeted a brook but it’s been something I’ve intended to do for a few … More

Words can build or they can destroy. It’s important that we realise just how powerful they are. Watch the accompanying … More

I enjoyed my last angling session, on the upper Severn, very much indeed. This time it was much closer to … More

Some of the biggest issues in our life can be caused by something small. There’s more in the video. Visit … More

With four different names on the scoresheet alone, there were plenty of contenders for the player interview, as The New … More

The 4-1 victory at Latham Park, against Newtown AFC, saw TNS get the new league season off to a good … More

The JD Cymru Premier new season got underway during the weekend just gone. I made the most of the game … More

Usually there’s a team bus when The New Saints FC travels to away games. However, for the trips that are … More

Another thought from the water’s edge today, which shows just how inspirational fishing is. Watch the video and view more … More

I talk a lot about pushing yourself and it’s certainly an area where I practise what I preach. It’s another … More

It has not only been a busy few days, but also six weeks, as it’s been a European game every … More

After a couple of press conferences in the Czech Republic, where I was on the stage with Anthony Limbrick, it … More

Today’s Thought For The Day comes from the world of football. It’s not something just for the beautiful game though, … More

Although the European journey has now ended this season, nevertheless I’ve added three new countries to the list. The latest, … More

Quite literally, across the road from the hotel where I’m staying in Plzeñ, is the home of the well-known alcoholic … More

Although I’m here for just a short period of time, I still managed to take a walk around Plzeñ. The … More

In 1972, David Hathaway was arrested for taking bibles into Czechoslovakia. Today, they’re freely available, and there was one in … More

The day before a European game, the teams train at the stadium that will host the fixture. With FC Viktoria … More

I’ve been through Liverpool airport three times in recent weeks. It’s the first time I’ve been to the Czech Republic … More

I enjoy travelling but I always look forward to returning home. Home is where the heart is. Watch the accompanying … More

The European adventures continue for The New Saints and the next game is in the Czech Republic. I’m looking forward … More

It’s good to look forward to things in the future. However, it’s very important that we don’t neglect the present … More

The garden pond looks very mature and although there was an algae issue during the recent hot, dry spell, that’s … More

Pets are a great example of creatures that don’t worry. My dog doesn’t lie awake at night wondering where the … More

I added a team sheet and four passes to my collection from the UEFA Europa Conference League game that was … More

Ahead of a few days in the Czech Republic later this week, this morning I was in work for a … More

I often talk about pushing yourself, especially in my fishing videos. However, you also need to know your limits. There’s … More

After three days of European football, the day after I arrived home I was back on the road again. Consequently, … More

Although the team lost 2-1 to Penrhyncoch in the Nathaniel MG Cup, nevertheless for Beau Cornish there was still the … More

Anthony Limbrick didn’t travel to the game, so in charge for the day was Simon Smith. After the defeat against … More

Progression in Europe means that there is an overlap at the moment, so in between games against Viktoria Plzeñ, The … More

I enjoy travelling around Wales, especially across country as the scenery is superb. It’s not just on bright, sunny days … More

Back on track with my energy levels, I was awake really early this morning. Although I hadn’t planned on fishing, … More

I don’t believe in bad luck or good luck. What I do believe in though is that the choices we … More

After a couple of days in Cardiff on football duty, it was good to get back to the water’s edge, … More

Scoring a hat-trick, Declan McManus was the player I interviewed after The New Saints beat FC Viktoria Plzeñ 4-2. With … More

Although The New Saints went 4-0 up in the UEFA Europa Conference League game against FC Viktoria Plzeñ, the Czech … More

Going into the game very much as underdogs, not many gave TNS a chance in the game against the Czech … More

I travel a lot with work and wherever I go, I always look to take in some of the local … More

Prior to The New Saints FC training in Cardiff, ahead of the game against FC Viktoria Plzeñ, I interviewed the … More

The teams involved in European competition always train on the pitch the day before the game. Although it’s a home … More

I always enjoy visiting Cardiff and I see it more as ‘my’ capital than I do London. It’s invariably football … More

We all come across locked doors from time to time in life. We try different things to get through but … More

It might be a busy time work-wise at the moment but I’m still determined to get some fishing in. I … More

There’s nothing wrong in wanting nice things in life. However, when we add them to our lives, they often bring … More

In the context of the working environment, strive to be the best you can. Without being competitive, and just focusing … More

Not that I believe in luck, it’s just a saying. Ultimately I went fishing twice today because I pushed myself. … More

I may not have fished for a few days during last week but I’m making up for it at the … More

Life moves on and we have to move with it. In this particular example, it’s saying farewell to one pet … More

As you can see from my recent blog entries, it’s been all work and no play for a few days. … More

As an angler I get lots of comments from passers-by how peaceful it looks, as they observe me next to … More

The UEFA Europa Conference League second qualifying round, second leg game, against FK Kauno Žalgiris, saw The New Saints win … More

Come the final whistle in the 5-1 victory against FK Kauno Žalgiris, there were several contenders for the player post-match … More

It was an excellent 5-0 victory in Lithuania last week. This time round it was almost identical. The 10-1 overall … More

With a 5-0 lead from the first leg in Lithuania, it was an equally impressive Park Hall return a week … More

The day before a UEFA game, both sides train at the ground where the action will take place. I’m always … More

In life we have a simple choice, are we contributing to the negative or are we adding to the positive. … More

It was a great result for The New Saints against FK Kauno Žalgiris in Marijampolė. The 5-0 win set a … More

My work in football is varied and the journey certainly takes me to some interesting places. On this occasion it … More

I did a post after the UEFA Europa Conference League games against Glentoran, logging all the memorabilia gathered. I’m always … More

When we tell the truth, we are drawing on memory, and recounting an experience that we’ve actually been through. Once … More

We often use the phrase ‘hitting a raw nerve’, which indicates someone took offence at what was said by another. … More