Boris opens rugby ceremony

 

By Lena de Casparis

The world’s largest rugby ball has touched down near Tower Bridge, to celebrate New Zealand hosting the next Rugby World Cup.

Lewisham cage fighter prepares for international bout

 

By Ceiri O’Driscoll

Cage fighting lightweight champion Jason Young is preparing for his debut international bout at the ‘Bad Breed’ Ultimate Challenge UK on December 6.

Pardew to be sacked by Charlton?

 

By Stuart Forbes

Alan Pardew’s tenure as Charlton manager could soon be over if Charlton Athletic Supporters’ Club reports are accurate.

Heavyweight Haye challenges Klitschko brothers

 

By Ciaran McCauley

Heavyweight contender David Haye has set his sights on a title fight next spring after his demolition of Monte Barrett last weekend.

Wii keeps kids fit at the Damilola Taylor community centre

 

By Enjoli Liston                                                                            

As the winter nights draw in, it’s not surprising many kids are keen to abandon outdoor sports for computer games. 

In a groundbreaking new initiative, Southwark Council is using sports simulation games on the Nintendo Wii console to encourage children to take up the same activities in real life.