Favourite Sports
Football (Soccer) and Basketball
Favourite Sports Team
Chelsea FC
Favourite Football Player
Lionel Messi
Favourite Sports Athlete
LeBron James
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.
latestArticlesBy Leonard Solms
Football
Tottenham vs Liverpool Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
Tottenham Hotspur will host Liverpool in a Premier League big six clash. Follow the odds for the clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 22 December.
Leonard Solms
2024-12-06
Golf
How Long Does 9 Holes of Golf Take? Average Play Time
The average time to complete 9 holes of golf is about 1.5 to 2 hours. However, this is just a general estimate. Multiple elements come into play, which can either increase or decrease the time required.
Leonard Solms
2024-12-05
Football
Red Bull Salzburg vs Paris Saint-Germain: Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
Red Bull Salzburg will host Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League on 10th December, 2024. PSG are the stronger side but have faced recent struggles.
Leonard Solms
2024-12-05
Football
English Premier League: Aston Villa vs Southampton Preview: Odds, Tips and Predictions
Aston Villa will host Southampton at Villa Park on Saturday, 7 December. We offer our predictions for the game as well as the latest betting tips and odds.
Leonard Solms
2024-12-03
Football
Juventus vs Manchester City Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
Manchester City and Juventus will do battle at the Allianz Stadium in the UEFA Champions League. We bring you the latest odds, tips and predictions
Leonard Solms
2024-12-03
Football
Tottenham vs Chelsea Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
Tottenham will host Chelsea at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in an exciting Premier League London derby. SportsBoom previews the clash on 8 December.
Leonard Solms
2024-12-02
Football
Arsenal vs Manchester United Preview: Odds, Tips and Predictions
SportsBoom previews Manchester United’s visit to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, 4 December with betting odds odds and our prediction.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-29
Snooker
Mark Selby vs Stuart Carrington, Scottish Open, Odds, Tips and Predictions
Our preview for the Scottish Open last 64 clash between Mark Selby and Stuart Carrington offers the latest odds, as well as tips and SportsBoom’s prediction.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-28
Snooker
Kyren Wilson vs David Grace, Scottish Open, Odds, Tips and Predictions
SportsBoom previews the snooker match between Kyren Wilson and David Grace. Wilson, ranked second in the world, has our tip for this Scottish Open clash.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-28
Football
Bayern Munich vs Paris Saint-Germain: Odds, Tips and Predictions
Bayern Munich will be looking to carry forward their recent success in matches against PSG. Both teams need the points in the race for the UEFA Champions League knockout stages.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-25
Golf
Golf Ball Dimples Explained: Number and Purpose
Golf balls did not always have dimples. In the 20th century, they became commonplace in the game and have significantly impacted the flight of golf balls.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-22
Golf
5 Key Benefits of Playing Golf Regularly
Everyone can benefit from playing golf, regardless of skill level. Regular play has social, mental, and physical benefits.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-22
Rugby
How Many Substitutes Are Allowed in Rugby Union?
In rugby union, each team can name eight substitutes. These players sit on the bench and are available to replace players in the starting XV.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-13
Rugby
What Does a Hooker Do in Rugby? Role Explained
In rugby union, the hooker holds a key role within the forward pack. Wearing the number 2 jersey, this player lines up in the front row of the scrum between the two props. The hooker’s responsibilities demand strength, technical skill, and sharp game awareness. The hooker has unique tasks, particularly in the scrum and lineout.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-13
Golf
How Many Golf Clubs Can You Carry in a Bag? Quick Guide!
According to the United States Golf Association (USGA) and the R&A, the maximum number of clubs allowed in a golf bag is 14 clubs.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-13
Golf
Scratch Golfer: Definition, Handicap, and Skill Level
Scratch golfers are highly skilled golfers with zero handicaps. It is possible to be better than a scratch golfer, but not many are.
Leonard Solms
2024-11-13
Leonard Solms
A lover of football and basketball, Leonard brings his passion and expertise to every piece he writes, providing in-depth analysis and engaging content for sports enthusiasts.