The Ground Jewels celebrates beloved sporting venues that hold a special place in our hearts. Each week host and sports author James Dixon (known for 'The Fix' and 'World in Union') is joined by a different guest to explore the sense of place that provides a unique bond between an individual and their favorite sports ground. Our guests share their personal stories, remember nostalgic moments all while distilling their perfect sporting fan experience.
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The Ground Jewels celebrates beloved sporting venues that hold a special place in our hearts. Each week host and sports author James Dixon (known for 'The Fix' and 'World in Union') is joined by a different guest to explore the sense of place that provides a unique bond between an individual and their favorite sports ground. Our guests share their personal stories, remember nostalgic moments all while distilling their perfect sporting fan experience.
As a year end treat we've wrapped up some of our favourite guests and stories from the past 12 months for your listening pleasure.
Kate Mason on Wimbledon Centre Court
Martin Kelner on Station Road, Swinton
Adam Rutherford on Portman Road, Ipswich
Henry Winter on St James' Park, Newcastle
Jonny Owen on Penydarren Park, Merthyr
Jen Offord on The Valley, home to Charlton Athletic
John Taylor on Old Deer Park, home to London Welsh
Charles Dagnall on the Tampa Stadium
Aatif Nawaz on the Rose Bowl, Hampshire
Tim Vickery on San Januario, Vasco De Gama,
Zoe De Toledo on the Championship Course
Ian McMillan on Oakwell, Barnsley
Jim Waterson on Bootham Crescent, York
I hope you have as much fun listening back as I did re-editing it.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
James
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The Ground Jewels
The Ground Jewels celebrates beloved sporting venues that hold a special place in our hearts. Each week host and sports author James Dixon (known for 'The Fix' and 'World in Union') is joined by a different guest to explore the sense of place that provides a unique bond between an individual and their favorite sports ground. Our guests share their personal stories, remember nostalgic moments all while distilling their perfect sporting fan experience.
