SportsBoom Authors

Meet Louis Hobbs, our esteemed authority on all matters sports-related. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Louis effortlessly emerges as our go-to expert. His particular expertise in the realms of darts and snooker sets him apart and brings a level of insight that goes beyond the ordinary. Louis also holds a deep affection for all things related to US sports, with a special emphasis on basketball and American football, which stand out as his particular favorites. His content may not resonate with you, if you don't consider Lamar Jackson the most skilled player in the NFL.

Anders is an iGaming specialist with 7 years experience in content creation and strategy implementation in both the casino and betting industry across diverse markets with main focus on the Nordics.

Neil has been a journalist for longer than he'd care to remember, having written for national newspapers and respected publications for over 25 years. For the last three years he has worked freelance for BBC Sport, working on the production desk as a sub-editor and also as a writer, covering a whole range of sports.

With over a decade of experience writing about sports, sports betting, and iGaming, Luke has witnessed the industry’s evolution first-hand. A fan of football, blackjack and live dealer games, Luke is always keeping an eye on the sports betting and iGaming scenes.

Kaylan Geekie is a sports fanatic. He attended Durban High School before moving to Scotland, where he lived for 15 years. During his time in the United Kingdom, Kaylan graduated with a first-class BA Honours Degree in Sports Journalism at the University of the West of Scotland. Kaylan worked for nine years as the Match-Day Editor of SuperXV.com, reporting on Super Rugby, The Rugby Championship, the 2015 Men's Rugby World Cup and the 2017 British & Irish Lions series for the website.

An M.A. in English Literature, Subhayan is an experienced journalist and sports writer. Having worked as a journalist at Hindustan Times, Subhayan covered diverse beats including sports, education, and health, showcasing his versatility and in-depth understanding of various subjects.

Dillip has over two decades of experience in creating sports content. As the Sports Editor of SportsBoom, Dillip brings in a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. Dillip has worked with leading sports broadcasters and sports web content portals in Asia. He is an adept storyteller and has a special liking for data stories. He has a keen interest in data analysis and uncovering insights from large datasets. He loves to tell the story with rich and compelling data visualisation.

Umaima Saeed is a professional sports writer whose articles have been featured in several leading websites. She writes long-form content on sports, particularly cricket. She has a penchant for telling human-interest stories. Umaima has contributed articles on cricket to more than a dozen publications, both in print and online.

Wade McElwain is our Mr. NFL, a bona fide North American sports nut who knows about NBA, NHL, MLB, PGA plus MMA boxing and more. Originally from Canada, Wade is also an international award-winning stand-up comedian; host of numerous TV game shows; and a TV producer & writer. He also runs NFL in London-the largest NFL fan group in Europe, and has hosted NFL events at Wembley and around the world. Yes, he lives alone and does nothing but watch sports.

Ziv has over two decades of experience in the iGaming and sports betting industries. His love of writing dates back to his school years, when he made his mark as the editor of his school’s newspaper.

Jake Staniland is a sports writer who excels in covering a wide range of sports: football, combat sports and the NFL - All three subjects are his lifelong passions.

Jake is a boyhood Sheffield United fan, which is often a curse that he thanks his family for. His favourite Blades player ever is Billy Sharp

Shane is a respected journalist who has covered a range of sports for a number of years.

With 10 years of experience in content writing, Alyx has produced countess guides, reviews and articles covering a wide range of topics in the iGaming industry. She loves anything to do with online casinos, as well as UK and international sports betting.

Ian Mugo Wanyeki is based in Nairobi, Kenya. He is a sports enthusiast with vast knowledge of different sport disciplines. Ian is a graduate with a Bachelor’s of Science degree from Kenyatta University. He is a Kenyan journalist who’s worked as a sports analyst at Covenant Television Network, as a sports reporter at NTV and as a Sports Correspondent/contributor at Quartz Africa.

I am just a guy in his early 20s whose dream was to play cricket but now believes his job is to serve cricket. I picked the cricket bat at the age of 3, pursued science as I grew up but eventually followed my heart to come into journalism and do the second-best thing in the world after playing the sport.

Tim has over 27 years experience within the sports industry, working for football clubs Arsenal FC and Millwall FC, and boxing news websites British Boxing News, Boxing Social and Global Boxing News. His boxing articles have been published in Boxing News Magazine, national newspapers, plus many other major news outlets.

Nathan has over a decade of knowledge and experience, both as a former professional sportsperson and journalist. Nathan, a former radio sports presenter and producer is an award-winning community radio sports producer/presenter.

With a decade of experience in the sports betting industry, Claudia can spot a value bet from a mile off. She prides herself on not just being a sports writer, but a fastidious researcher too.

With over a decade of experience in sports writing, Hardik Malhotra has built a distinguished career in the internet industry. His expertise spans across various domains including Art Direction, Web Content Writing, and Content Management, all underscored by a high degree of initiative. Hardik’s passion for sports is reflected in his professional journey and personal interests.

James has been writing about cricket, football and tennis betting for the best part of 20 years for some of the biggest operators, websites and publications in the industry. Heroes and heroines include Paul Scholes, Chris DiMarco, Anastasia Myskina, Richard Gasquet, Nat-Sciver Brunt and Kumar Sangakarra.

Ongama Gcwabe is an experienced Sports Journalist based in South Africa. In his career, Ongama’s work has been published in the country’s biggest newspapers company, Independe Newspapers, and some of the leading news and sports websites including IOL Sport.

Dennis is a seasoned journalist in Kenya with over 18 years of experience. Having started his career at Kenya Times Newspaper, Dennis worked for Standard Newspaper for nearly six years as a Sports Writer. At Standard, he was privileged to cover Kenya's national team Harambee Stars outside the country, the biggest of all being the Four Nations tournament in Cairo, Egypt. He also covered the U17 team in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Jon is an experienced journalist and editor working in the gambling industry for over 17 years. He started life as a football betting blogger before being bitten by the online poker bug, eventually becoming editor of some of the largest gambling and poker publications around, including Gambling Magazine and WPT (World Poker Tour) Poker Magazine.

John Goliath is a copywriter and editor with 20 years' experience in the sports media industry. John, a Tottenham Hotspur tragic, studied journalism in the Cape Peninsula University of Technology and has worked for two of the biggest media houses in South Africa.

Gbemidepo Popoola, is a freelance Sport Journalist with multiple years of experience in Writing, Reportage and Broadcasting. Gbemidepo's major concentration is telling the local Nigerian Sporting stories, in its own Unique way. This is because he believes, "no one, can tell our story better than ourselves".

Wriddhaayan Bhattacharyya is a cricket journalist based in India who takes a keen interest in stories that unfold on and off the field. His expertise lies in news writing, features and profiles, interviews, stats, and numbers-driven stories. He has also worked as a podcaster and talk show host on cricket-related shows on YouTube and Spotify.

Wayne Goodchild has been writing and editing articles about iGaming news and sites for several years. His expertise covers multiple markets, but with an emphasis on the UK.

Seyi Alao is a Nigerian sports reporter, writer, and producer, known for delivering engaging sports content in both English and Pidgin. At Brila FM, I transitioned seamlessly into the role of Content Creator, demonstrating a deep understanding of media dynamics and effectively crafting captivating and informative narratives.

Leonard Solms is a freelance journalist who has been covering local and international sport from South Africa since 2015. Best known for his work for ESPN, he has also written for Al Jazeera, The Continent, New Frame, Planet Rugby and GiveMeSport among several other publications.

Since he broke loose from the shackles of long hours huddled up in a hot classroom learning Mandarin Chinese and Pinyin at the famous Confucius Institute, UNIZIK, Emmanuel Chinaza has embraced sports and football in particular, and it helped that he grew up in the football-crazy city of Anambra.

Ryan Liberty is an experienced sports writer whose articles have featured in some of the biggest sports publications in South Africa. With a strong understanding of all major sports and an in-depth understanding of betting, Ryan consistently delivers insightful content. He's also known for his ability to break down complex topics into engaging, reader-friendly pieces.

Shina Oludare is a notable Nigerian sports journalist and writer recognized for his extensive coverage of African sports. He has made significant contributions to the field through his work with reputable media outlets such as Goal.com and Soccernet. Known for his insightful analysis and comprehensive reporting, Oludare covers a wide range of topics within African football, including domestic leagues, national teams, and emerging talents. His work includes detailed player profiles, match previews and reviews, and transfer news, providing valuable insights into the intricacies of the sport on the continent.

Jeremiah Omoniyi is a developmental sports Journalist with over five years of experience writing about grassroots and international football and sporting events. Jeremiah’s forte in sports journalism are feature writing and interviews which he has done to a reasonable amount within his home country, Nigeria.

Josh has over ten years of experience as a Sports Writer. Josh has created content for some of the biggest sports brands and publications in South Africa. Josh is a creative writer who puts you in the game with his unique content. Josh writes about Soccer, Rugby, Cricket, Basketball, Darts, Golf, and all major sports.

Victor is a skilled broadcast journalist with an in-depth understanding of the sports ecosystem which spans over 8 years. He brings onboard a rich experience, having established himself as one of Ghana's finest lead commentators through major events like the African Games and the Ghana Women's Premier League.

Chad Nagel is a passionate sports fanatic who has worked in the sports and betting industry for over a decade. He spent most of his career as an editor-in-chief for Soccer Betting News, South Africa’s leading soccer betting newspaper, owned by Hollywoodbets. His articles have also featured in some of the most respected sports media platforms in the world, such as SPORTbible, Sports Illustrated, Combat Sports UK, and many others.

Jimmy is based in Johannesburg, South Africa and has a Diploma in Journalism and Media Studies. He’s a sports fanatic of several sporting disciplines which he is well versed with.

Jake Wilkes is a 3rd year Sports journalism student at the University of Gloucestershire and is a Horse Racing writer for Old Gold Racing, Cheltenham Post and Gloucestershire Live. Jake has contributed to preview evenings for big events such as the Cheltenham Festival and filmed personal insights into different stables. Jake’s hard-working and friendly persona allows him to source exclusive quotes and interviews with high-profile industry experts.

Tabby Nashipae is a young Kenyan sports journalist known for her insightful reporting and passionate storytelling. Her work is characterized by her ability to connect with sportspersons and bring their stories to life, capturing the human element behind the competition.

Ken Borland is a freelance sports journalist and commentator based in Johannesburg, South Africa. His specialities are cricket, rugby, golf and hockey (he’s the winner of an SA Hockey Association Merit Award), but he has occasionally ventured further afield from these main sports!

Although sport is his job and something he loves, he is also passionate about the outdoors, wildlife and birding; conchology; music and collecting charts; movies; and his faith.

Is a passionate sports writer with over 12 years of experience covering a diverse range of sports, from Football to Athletics.

Cynthia Areh is a power-packed international broadcast journalist with over 14 years of trailblazing experience in reporting, anchoring, and producing high-octane primetime daily newscasts.

I’m Taiye Taiwo, an experienced sports journalists in Nigeria with focus on Nigeria sports, African sports & athletes and creating SEO contents for betting sites and blogs. I boast of mentions in several international English online platforms and my works have also been translated into French and Turkish.

Tridip Kr Sharma has been covering sports for close to a decade and a half, and served for various leading news outlets in India. He has covered three Olympics, three Commonwealth Games and as many Asian Games, besides numerous Cricket World Cups, bilateral cricket tournaments and Test matches.

A natural sersitile soccer player who had a dream of turning out for Kaizer Chiefs, but ended up being a sports journalist. I fell in love with writing about football during my university studies in 2018.

Obakeng - A passionate sports fan at heart that had a dream to be a professional soccer player or cricketer. He was introduced into the world of MotoGP and Formula One by Brad Binder's dominant moto3 championship win and he has not looked back. He is able to live through his passion for sport through writing, and he is a sport writer for the Independent Newspapers in South Africa.

Calvin Kaumba Chikenge is a renowned multimedia sports journalist from Zambia, known for his in-depth reporting and captivating feature stories. With eight years of experience in the field, he has built a reputation for telling unique stories that resonate with audiences both locally and globally. His talent and dedication were recognised when he was named the 2023/24 MTN/FAZ Super League Journalist of the Year, highlighting his outstanding contributions to sports journalism in Zambia.

Avuyile Sawula is a young sports journalist, broadcaster, and writer. He completed his Journalism and Media qualification at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, recently carved his way into the industry, and has developed a neck for multimedia reporting on various online platforms.

He began his career as a Junior writer and Intern at Grit Sports News, where his main reporting beats were Rugby and Cricket. He covered major sporting events such as the HSBC Cape Town 7s, HSBC 7s World Cup, the Inaugural SA20 auction, Formula E, and more.

Luke has been a professional writer since 2016, beginning as a technical author for a POS company. He journeyed from there deeper into the world of content creation for software companies, while writing his debut fiction novel, which he self-published in early 2019.

Mathews is an experienced public relations practitioner, journalist, and photographer. He began his career as a sports reporter at the Zambia Daily Mail, one of the country's leading publications.

Thando Mpembe is a dynamic sports reporter, where the thrill of the game meets the art of storytelling. With over five years of experience in the journalism industry and an honours degree, Thando has successfully fused a passion for entertainment with an undying love for sports.

Ollie Ring is an experienced sports-writer, having produced gambling and sports content for well over 5 years. An avid Watford fan, Ollie has been to over 55 of the football grounds in England and has also held a season ticket at the home of Surrey Cricket Club, The Kia Oval.

Alex is a copywriter and creative writer with nearly 6 years of experience writing in the online gambling industry. He has worked for sportsbook giants bet365, as well as online casino brands under the Mansion umbrella, helping to launch the SlotsHeaven and MansionBet brands. After studying for a BA in Creative Writing and Journalism at Staffordshire University, he moved to Gibraltar to work in the sunny capital of online gambling. His passion for creative storytelling, no matter the topic, makes his articles exceptionally readable and wonderfully engaging.

Michael Sherman is an experienced sports journalist in South Africa with 15 years in the industry. Michael began his journey in sports journalism for the SA Press Association (Sapa) during the 2010 Fifa World Cup in South Africa, before covering the local Premier Soccer League for three seasons and later specialising in cricket and golf.

Mercy Sharon is a distinguished Journalist and Communications Specialist, currently serving as the Sub-editor and Journalist at iGaming AFRIKA. With a fervent passion for crafting compelling narratives, Mercy excels in delivering information that engages and informs diverse audiences. Her extensive background in communications, coupled with a meticulous eye for detail, underscores her expertise in content creation, media relations, and strategic communication planning.

Richard began his career in local radio, commentating on matches for Leeds United. His expertise led him to cover prestigious events such as the Champions League and Europa League semi-finals. Transitioning to television, he joined Sky Sports, where he provided comprehensive coverage of Premier League football, England cricket’s Ashes and World Cup victories, Super League Grand Finals, and the NFL

Adeleye Gbenga S is a well-known Nigerian sports journalist with over 14 years of experience in writing, reportage and extensive coverage of Nigerian football. Having begun his career with Grassroots Searchlight Newspaper for almost two years and as an editor with FreekickNaija.com.ng .

Mohsin Kamal is a senior journalist from Kashmir and reports on all major sports events from India.

I’m a qualified Sports Journalist and broadcaster from Cape Town, South Africa, with a background in field hockey as both a player and coach. With over five years’ worth of experience in South African media, I’ve had the opportunity to work in live television news broadcasts, working on both ends of production for a national broadcaster (etv News).

Adam Page is a sports nerd. He has been a lover of sport for as long as he can remember, dating back to when his father would cheer on the Brisbane Broncos to NRL titles in 1998 and 2000. He has been predominantly a horseracing journalist since 2009, working for JustHorseRacing as well as a short stint with Punters.com.au. He has also done articles for other websites such as Before You Bet, writing up previews for racing as well as other sports such as NRL, AFL and Darts.

Aashir Ahmed specializes in translating current events into engaging written pieces. With a diverse audience spanning from children to adults and native to foreign language speakers, he strives to make articles accessible to all. Aashir's goal is to ensure that readers can easily grasp the information he conveys by formatting his articles for clarity and comprehension.

Mbali Sigidi is an ambitious Sports Journalist and Sports Presenter from South Africa, whose achieved great milestones in her career. She boasts two degrees, a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Media Studies and Sociology from the University of Witwatersrand, as well as an Honours Degree in Brand Communications from Vega school of Brand Leadership. She’s a passionate storyteller who believes authenticity connects people across cultures and boarders. One of the quotes she lives by is “Be a women with a story to tell” as she believes everyones narrative matters.

Matt Perry is a copywriter and content manager with over 15 years of experience in the online gambling industry. Over the course of his career, he has worked in the content marketing departments of industry leaders in poker, casino, and sports betting. He currently works as a freelance writer and content strategist.

Clinton Eleto is a dynamic content creator and editor with a strong background in football and media. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and brings extensive expertise in social media marketing, operations, and strategic planning. Clinton is skilled in graphic design and editing, crafting visually engaging content that resonates with diverse audiences.

Zaigum Azam, who is popularly known as Atif in the cricketing circle of Bangladesh and beyond, is a common face at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. The bearded man had been with cricket since his childhood after being sent to BKSP, country’s lone sports institute to learn the trade, from where leading cricketers of the present generation are groomed like Shakib al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mominul Haque, and Litton Kumar Das among others.

Sam is an award-winning horseracing journalist with more than three decades of experience in the industry.

During a 20-year association with the Daily Mail newspaper in England, he has also covered the sport at the highest level on both terrestrial and Sky television channels and more recently has worked in Dubai acting as Editor for the region’s racing magazine, Adiyat Racing Plus.

As well as following horseracing passionately, Sam is a life-long cricket lover, while he also supports Wolverhampton Wanderers (for his sins).

Omna is a well experienced sport journalist based in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. He has a decade of experience working with local radio stations and football websites covering mainly Ethiopian and African football and sports. Omna previously worked as Ethiopian football contributor for the BBC and CAF.

Clive Kyazze is a seasoned sports journalist with over a decade of experience across television, radio, print, and digital platforms.

Throughout his career, he has had the privilege of covering some of the world's most prestigious sporting events, including the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, AFCON tournaments (2019, 2021, 2023), the 2022 Commonwealth Games, the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the 2023 Netball World Cup, and the 2023 T20 Cricket Africa Cup.

Peace Abiola is a sports correspondent, with special interest in writing about human nuances regarding sports

Rotimi Akindele is a sports Journalist with almost two decades' experience. He is a TV and radio host, commentator and writer who has covered major sporting events across the globe including the FIFA World Cup, Africa Cup of Nations, NBA and the BAL games, FIBA competitions, volleyball, Tennis and Table Tennis, multi-sports events (Commonwealth Games) and many more.

Akindele's sports content has been listened to and read by a global audience. He is a well-known figure within Nigeria and the African Sports scene.

Rotimi holds a New Horizons multimedia certification coupled with a bachelor's degree from SMC University and always looking to stay updated by attending relevant conferences and taking relevant courses.

Gregory Austin has been a freelance writer and fiction writing instructor for over a decade, and his deep-rooted interest in sports culture has been a lifelong passion. His journalistic career has spanned a diverse range of topics, from legal matters and privacy to novels and anime. In the fiction realm, several of his short stories have been published, as well as one novel.

Adeleye Awakan is a season gaming consultant and author of several articles in Africa with over 9 years of experience in the gaming ecosystem. He has a BSc degree in Public Administration and has attended several gaming conferences, as a guest speaker in Sports Betting West Africa, SBC virtual conference, and SiGMA Africa as a speaker and brand ambassador.

Chris Sheridan is a veteran sportswriter and journalist in New York who used to cover the NBA for The Associated Press and ESPN.

Journalist Ryan Slattery has covered all things Las Vegas for the better part of two decades. Entertainment, dining, sports, booze and gambling (it’s Sin City after all). He’s interviewed celebrities, chatted with professional athletes, covered award shows, attended casino-resort openings, and travelled the world in search of a story.

Joshua has a decade of experience in creating sports content. As the Sports Journalist of SportsBoom, Joshua brings in a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. Joshua has worked with leading sports publications and sports web content portals in Africa.

Celine Abrahams is a dedicated and accomplished sports journalist, boasting over 7 years of experience in the sports media field. Beginning her career at the age of 19 in 2016, Celine embarked on her journey as a football writer with Africa's largest football platform, Soccer Laduma.

Precious is a freelance correspondent for SportsBoom, covering the Nigerian market. He brings over a decade's wealth of experience to the team having worked as both an analyst for leading national broadcasters AIT, a media and communication officer for SKE FC in Nigeria's third division, and a writer/reporter for a host of notable digital sports media brands in Nigeria.

With over 20 years of experience writing about sports across three continents, Karien is a seasoned journalist with a global perspective. She's honed her craft at leading titles in South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and the UK, where she served as a chief writer for the official daily magazines of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Siyamthanda Pongco, also known as Siya, is a talented writer with three degrees from Rhodes University, including a Postgraduate Diploma from Rhodes University.

Merging his passion for sports and esports, you'll always find Naim sitting and watching either of the two. With over 6 years of being a creative writer, managing editor, and content manager, Naim has published countless articles, interviewed a myriad of professionals, and edited thousands of articles. At SportsBoom, Naim makes sure that articles are sent live the most sound that they can possibly be, always employing his creative mind, while making sure that everything is nicely streamlined in terms of processes. He also creates esports-focused betting pieces.

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He began his career at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014.

Experienced at news reporting, international travel reporting, copywriting, copy editing, photography, government relations, media relations, public relations and the tradeshow industry. Certified in cross-cultural communications with a bachelor's degree in print media journalism, minor in world history and a master's degree in public relations. More than 20 years' experience in publishing and general media. Avid motorcyclist and photographer, often combining the two on long trips. Learning to play jazz and classical guitar on my two Gibson Les Pauls and looking to expand the lineup. Love my two cats.

Jidechi is a freelance correspondent for SportsBoom, covering the Nigerian market. He brings over a decade's wealth of experience to the team having worked with various sports brands as a broadcast and digital media journalist.

Yolulwe Qoshe is an award-winning sports journalist who has worked for Grocott's Mail, as well as freelanced for The Daily Dispatch, Grit Sports, Rugby365, The Herald, NexGen amongst others. He has also covered Super Rugby, United Rugby Championship, European Champions Cup, Premier Soccer League, CAF Champions League, African Football League, SA20 and Currie Cup games live and has been published six times by Soccer-Laduma Online.

Maryam is a freelance women's football writer who has been working in the sports industry since she was 19. She began her career moonlighting with The Independent and The Mirror, before finding her calling within the world of all things women's football.

Nondumiso is a multidisciplinary writer with beats that range from sports to entertainment and human interest stories. As a Bachelor of Arts graduate in English Studies, she doesn’t believe in boxing herself in and prides herself on being a multipotentialite within the media space and other creative arenas. Over the past three years she has shared her work extensively on the web as a professional journalist.

Peris is an enthusiastic sports journalist with a passion for bringing you the most relevant and informative interviews and sports news. With over five years of experience in the field, she has honed her skills to understand the intricate dynamics of the sports industry. Her goal is to provide you with factual, engaging, and insightful content that keeps you informed and entertained.

Emmanuella Oluwafemi is an acclaimed iGaming writer, journalist, and consultant whose expertise spans over a decade in the industry. Since 2013, she has collaboratively worked with numerous affiliates and brands, showcasing her talent through published works on prominent platforms like LetsGambleUSA.