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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 1d

Scouse style. Terrace fashions. @britcultarchive.bsky.social britishculturearchive.co.uk/scouse-style...

Rob Bremner and the Evolution of Scouse Style

The zipped-up collar of an adidas track-top. The faded tan-wall tyres of a Stinger BMX. The baggy sleeves of an oversized Reebok sweatshirt. Scuffed

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 3d

Who from the Bayern alumni is being rolling out by their PR team tomorrow? Or might they finally get over it.

Newcastle United @newcastleunited.com · 3d

A BIG WIN AT ST. JAMES' PARK! 😍

Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 8d

Good realistic example to manage expectations.

Assuming #NUFC stay in the city centre, which appears the consensus, add in the complication over Leazes Park.

And that building wouldn't start until after EURO2028.

Lots of new grounds being planned / built in the next decade!

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 9d

Boundary Mill.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 14d

Bradford (h). Braziliant

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 21d

I find it fascinating how it's all not that far away from the derided analytics approach adopted by Charles Hughes, promoted by the FA for decades.

Working with statistician Reep, his principles of "Positions Of Maximum Opportunity" are precisely what is being deployed now. The Winning Formula!

Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 21d

Absolutely this. A shift from celebrating isolated big iconic victories, to grinding out niggly wins and results which leads to trophies.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 21d

Great #nufc memories. After that hat trick goal hit the back of the net, the delirium and serenading of #Asprilla was sensational. "Tino, there's only one Tino, there's only one Tino, there's only one Tino..." The entire crowd as one. You could hear a pin drop between each refrain. What a night.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 21d

The rise of analytics, and creativity.

What actions increase the probability of more and better goal scoring opportunities?

Was lucky to see Phil Giles present on this a few years back, explaining their recruitment model, and then how game analysis shaped playing style.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 24d

Crystal clear, calm morning out on the bike. Chilly start but slowly warmed up. Always great seeing so many people out and about.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 26d

Having quickly watched the press conferences, Wissa not playing against Wolves looks locked in. Severity of injuries, and the anticipated recovery are then variable. Remember the reaction to Tonali and J7 after they were withdrawn vs Liverpool. Hopefully all return sooner rather than later.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 26d

All his press conferences are careful exercises in gamesmanship. As are the club social media posts. Marginal gains. Protect the players. Deceive the opposition. Shape the narrative.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · 28d

New crest. New kit. New Era. #Newcastle #RedBulls are quickly coming to life. www.newcastlefalcons.co.uk/new-name-new...

New name. New crest. New kit. New era. - Newcastle Red Bulls

Newcastle Red Bulls have today unveiled their club crest and playing strips.

www.newcastlefalcons.co.uk

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 8

I know what you mean. Start with the area / river you're designing for.

The germ of the idea might have just involved a hastily grabbed curved piece of regional river to make the concept come to life, which quickly gets reduced to abstract vectors. At some point, someone needed to do the diligence

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 8

It'll have been an early digital concept, using a stretch of river that never changed. Someone forgot to label it as a concept and it somehow wasn't checked as it went through the design process. No reason why to use AI on a distinct piece that is this important.

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#wearethegnr | Vince Pippin | 30 comments

Two halves - the north and south, the city and sea, the start and finish, a region brought together for one special day. This year’s design is inspired by George Caulkin’s poem “We are the Great Nort...

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 8

There's been consistent research and activism for decades on outdoor pools, as different groups / collectives have taken on the public fight to see sites in the UK's leisure estate.

Never been listened to.

It's what makes @future-lidos.bsky.social so important.

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Lidos in the United Kingdom

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 8

Researching outdoor pools for @future-lidos.bsky.social continues to throw up so much love for these sites. This time, an old Flickr feed full of fantastic photos from across the UK and further afield! Reassuring to see #Tynemouth in there too.

www.flickr.com/groups/lidos...

Lidos

Public lidos or outdoor swimming pools anywhere in the world. Excluding private pools in hotels, etc. [Not to be confused with Lido in Venezia or Italia = beach] The swimming pool must be the main su...

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 7

Kynren (h). Philanthropic.

Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 6

Morning glory over #Tynemouth.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 5

Big total for #Hampshire. Quick start for #Durham needed to make this interesting. Great support for the home team. #FortheNorth #T20Blast.

Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 5

Burn spoke excellently on the #NUFC #isak saga during the #England press conference. BDB is in a great space... playing his best football, living his best life.

Everything crossed for an epic season and a World Cup for him.

www.theguardian.com/football/202...

Dan Burn wishes Isak ‘all the best’ but glad Newcastle transfer saga is over

The Newcastle and England defender said: ‘I understand why our fans were frustrated’ after the striker joined Liverpool for a British record fee of £125m

www.theguardian.com

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 3

Which are happening elsewhere.... www.constructionenquirer.com/2025/09/01/c...

Canary Wharf to submit plan for Olympic-sized lido

Plan to deliver six-lane natural water pool at Eden Dock by 2026

www.constructionenquirer.com

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Sep 3

There are outdoor pool discussions happening for Newcastle, too.

Data released shows how a robust economic case now supports the health, tourism and place socio economic arguments.

All positive towards decisions and tangible action and investments.

www.healthclubmanagement.co.uk/health-club-...

UK's warmest ever summer triggers record Better lido attendances | GLL | Press Release

The nation's largest public swimming operator Better confirms summer 2025 was the busiest it has ever seen in lidos and outdoor swim spots - boosted by record high temperatures.

www.healthclubmanagement.co.uk

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Aug 25

Liverpool (h). Balmy / barmy.

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Michael Wood @michaeldwood74.bsky.social · Aug 25

Best of three mornings. Glorious cycling lap to take in the coast. Set to be a stunning day.