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Yesterday I completed my first ever Great North Run, and I absolutely loved it. It really was an experience that will stick with me for the rest of my life, and I can’t wait to do it again next year.

The day started with me being dropped off at about 9.30am beside the civic centre for the short walk to the starting line on the central motorway in Newcastle. At this time in the morning, it was cool with beautiful clear blue skys and i just knew the day was going to be a good one, although i knew the temperatures would rise a bit to levels that would make the run a bit uncomfortable. continue reading »

Since my first Newcastle United game in 1990 at home against West Ham, i’ve seen some amazing players turn out for my club. We’ve had a string of number 9′s who have helped bang in the goals and a number of exciting attacking midfielders who have help provide those goals.

Below, i have selected my all time favourite starting 11. I have selected this team using players when they were at their peak during their Newcastle United Careers. I’ve also gone for the bog standard 4-4-2 formation.
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