The ‘roadrunners’ of the Premier
The ideal ounces that we usually see published in the media generally refer to the best by job based on different ratios or to those who have best done it on a certain day or to those who choose renowned soccer players or coaches. But Sky Sports He has drawn an eleven with the players who have traveled the longest in the 29 days that had been played in the Premier until the halt due to the world coronavirus crisis.For the British environment, Tim Krul (32 years old) from Norwich must be in goal. The bottom goalkeeper has an average of 5.6 km covered every 90 minutes, the most of any Premier League goalkeeper.In defense, the roadrunner selected for the distance they have covered are Cedric Soares (28 years old), right back on loan from Southampton at Arsenal, where he has played 19 official matches and scored a goal. Left back would be filled by Dan Burn (27), Brighton player, who has played 25 official matches and together with the Portuguese Soares cover more playing field than any other defender. And as central the two from Sheffield United, Chris Basham (31 years old), who has played 31 games, and his partner Jack O’Connell (26 years old), who has played 30 games. They have a higher average than the rest of the kilometers traveled every 90 minutes since they will join the attack with some regularity. In the middle of the field, Spanish Pablo Fornals (24 years old), who has reached West Ham this season, He is the king of the road runners of the Premier, with 12.4 kilometers on average at 90 minutes, about 400 meters more than any other. The former Villarreal and Malaga player has played 30 games and has scored three goals. With him, in the line three of the medulla of this eleven would be Philip Billing (23 years old), from Bournemouth (29 games, three goals), who has traveled 12 kilometers every 90 minutes, second in the ranking behind Fornals, and Pascal Gross (28) from Brighton (25 games and two goals), which is the third in the list of roadrunner from the Premier with 11.9km.In the center of the field they would also be another Spanish, Rodri (23 years old), who in the 26 Premier matches has traveled an average of 11.8 kilometers every 90 minutes (he has played a total of 39 official matches with Manchester City and has scored four goals). Y Dele All (23 years old) from Tottenham, who is the fifth in the ranking, with 11.7 kilometers in the 22 matches of the Prfe wed he has played (35 in total and has scored nine goals.And in attack, Riyad Mahrez (29 years old), a Manchester City player, stands as the Premier attacker with the most kilometers covered every 90 minutes (he has played 37 games this season and scored nine goals). It follows the Algerian, Roberto Firmino (28 years old), from Liverpool (43 official matches, 11 goals) and Jay Rodriguez (30 years old), from Burnley (31 official matches and eight goals).
Dear Editor,Rule of Law is a key pillar of a democracy. Interrupting the fair and judicial application of the rule of law amounts to a loss of democracy and capitalism. Guyana is now under direct threat of this phenomenon. First were the actions of GECOM in ignoring the Constitution and failing to prepare for elections in 90 days. Second was the Appeal Court ruling on the no-confidence motion (NCM). Combined with many other glaring examples of Government influence and control over various “independent” bodies that comprise the agencies of implementing “rule of law,” it is easy to conclude that there is a creeping dictatorship that is circling the land of Guyana.Twenty years ago, Venezuela began to see similar signs. But quickly, a gathering momentum of abuse propelled Venezuela to where it is today. And, of course, Guyana’s history of dictatorship and rigged elections, until the Carter intervention in the 1992 elections, has left an indelible scar on Guyana. Will Guyana descend [back] into the abyss?Any reasonable man will tell you that the arithmetic used by the Court of Appeal is unprecedented, and is not grounded in our Constitution. Refer to legal minds such as former Chancellor Kennard, or former Speaker Ralph Ramkarran and the many other pundits who comment on these matters. And of course it differs from the Chief Justice’s legal reasoning. But one nevertheless demurs to respecting the Court of Appeal’s decision pending the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ).Any reasonable man will tell you that GECOM is clearly ignoring the NCM and Constitution by insisting on house-to-house registration rather than convening elections. In polite terms, both the Court of Appeal Justices and GECOM seem to be singing from the same hymn sheet as the Government.Like SOCU, and many of our institutions, APNU Government policy and direction appear to be taking precedence over “rule of law” and the “independence” of the many statutory bodies set up to protect our democracy by providing the checks and balances against Government. One can readily call it the “creeping dictatorship”. Of course, one can also argue differently, depending on which side you are on. All are involved!The Tuesday (April 2nd) resignations of 4 senior APNU/AFC ministers and Parliamentarians, supposedly to follow the court ruling, is not simply APNU complying with the law. The reversal or restatement the next day reflects the flip-flop nature of APNU and their frequent duplicity on important matters. The man in the street is not stupid! It is widely expected that APNU will re-open the dual citizenship at the CCJ and argue that Charrandas’s vote was invalid. And that notwithstanding the validity of any proceeding of the National Assembly (like the NCM vote), the issue of eligibility to vote, if settled, will invalidate the NCM by rendering a less than 33 vote of the elected members. This is notwithstanding the fact that both the Chief Justice and the Court of Appeal treated this issue as “settled law,” and that Charrandas’s vote is validly part of the 65 votes. If this route were to follow, one can allege a conspiracy between the CCJ and the Government of Guyana.The CCJ is now in the crosshairs of all, including the ABC countries. The fact that Trinidad and Jamaica, the two largest CARICOM countries by economy and population, are not part of the CCJ, but remain bound to the UK Privy Council, already illustrates the majority perception of CARICOM nationals of the CCJ. Just May 2018, less than one year ago, then Prime Minister of Barbados, Freundel Stuart, declared that if his party won the general elections in Barbados, Barbados would withdraw from the CCJ. He lost his elections, thus averting a Barbados withdrawal. But there is a growing perception that the CCJ, the highest court of CARICOM for Barbados and Guyana and a few smaller countries, lacks independence.To make matters worse, the CCJ appointment committee (the Regional Judicial and Legal Services Commission) includes one of the Guyana Court of Appeal judges — acting Chancellor of the Judiciary, Yonette Cummings-Edwards, one of the two judges who ruled in favour of the Government on the NCM. In addition, the Guyana APNU Government attorney who argued the NCM mathematics, Dr. Francis Alexis, is another member of this appointment committee. And their colleague on the same committee is none other than the Chairman of the CCJ, who will hear the NCM case, Justice Adrian Suanders. One can clearly argue conflict and lack of independence.One therefore expects that this landmark decision that is expected in May and will determine the legality or illegality of the APNU-AFC Government will very likely determine if Guyana stays in the CCJ (assuming a PPP Government at the next election) and joins the growing list of important CARICOM countries not part of the CCJ, or those (like Barbados) looking to exit.The US, UK, Canada, and EU are all observing. Rule of Law is one of the vital ingredients of a democracy. With the oil wealth Guyana is about to be part of, Guyana’s brightest days are expected to be on the horizon in the next decade. GECOM Executive, its APNU Board members and Chairman (the subject of another CCJ case), along with Court of Appeal and CCJ judges, can all expect to be under the microscope if decisions appear to be ignoring law and more reflective of rendering political decisions. With GECOM, it is easy to argue the complicity of the GECOM Executive and their failure to prepare for elections. The ethnicity argument has also gained some currency, with the recent ruling of the Ethnic Relations Committee over the failure to re-hire the former DCEO (since he was the most qualified), but who happened to be of a different ethnicity. With the judiciary, the arguments are not as straightforward. But the suspicion is clearly perceived. The world is watching and waiting.Sincerely,A Grant
160Want local news?Sign up for the Localist and stay informed Something went wrong. Please try again.subscribeCongratulations! You’re all set! Knight’s press conference because he was concerned the tailback’s comments were “twisted.” McKnight followed up his initial comments and said they were mistaken. “The way he says what he said, his words might have been twisted,” Carroll said. “They never talked and never had a conference call or speakerphone conversation. Joe knows that. “I’m not worried about it one bit. There are phone records to show it never happened and if it comes down to it, they will find that out.” Under NCAA rules, former players are forbidden to speak to recruits because they are considered boosters or representatives of the university. USC’s compliance office is investigating the matter. Although the incident drew national attention Friday, even if a conversation took place, NCAA sources said it likely would be considered a secondary violation, which does not result in significant penalties. Before he signed, McKnight was concerned about possible NCAA penalties against USC involving allegations Bush received improper benefits from agents. Carroll said Friday he was looking for a tape of Mc- 
LOS ANGELES – USC coach Pete Carroll said Friday he is not “fazed” by a university investigation into whether NCAA rules were broken in the recruitment of star tailback Joe McKnight because “nothing happened so we won’t get penalized.” McKnight caused a controversy during his press conference to announce he signed with USC on Wednesday, when he suggested he picked the Trojans after he listened to a conversation between Carroll and former tailback Reggie Bush. 
“It was a very exciting game and my boys put in great effort. They fought and played well to the last minute. We lost on penalties; which is anybody’s game but in the 90 minutes I am happy with what they gave,” the tactician noted.“I am proud of their performance. They created so many opportunities to score but sometimes this is how football is. We move forward to the league now and I am happy because the players are responding to my philosophy,” the tactician further explained.Zapata fielded his strongest squad for the match, perhaps the only absentee being defender Salim ‘Shitu’ Abdallah who is nursing an injury.He now hopes the passion and fighting spirit exhibited in the derby will be translated in the league where Ingwe are struggling with a run of five winless matches.AFC Leopards head coach Radolfo Zapata during their Hull City Challenge match against Gor Mahia at the Afraha Stadium in Nakuru on May 1, 2018. PHOTO/Timothy Olobulu“I know our supporters are not happy that we lost in the derby, but we promise them we will fight for them in the league. We need to keep working step by step because the league is still open and I think so far we are in the right way,” added the Argentine coach.Against Gor, AFC Leopards kept their first clean sheet in five games, having conceded a total of eight goals over that period of time.This was mostly attributed to keeper youngster Ezekiel Owade who made his first start for Ingwe since moving from Nakumatt FC in January.The blundering duo of Jairus Adira and Gabriel Andika might now find it hard to get their first team gloves back after Owade’s performance.“I think he (Owade) did really well but overall I think we improved in defense from the two matches I have watched. We still need to improve in more aspects moving forward because there is work to do. But we have the quality,” the tactician further noted.AFC will travel to Kisumu on Saturday for their 14th Kenyan Premier league fixture this season, taking on their Achilles heel, Chemelil Sugar.0Shares0000(Visited 1 times, 1 visits today) 0Shares0000AFC Leopards head coach Radolfo Zapata passes instructions to his players at half time during their Hull City Challenge match against Gor Mahia at the Afraha Stadium in Nakuru on May 1, 2018. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluNAIROBI, Kenya, May 2- Despite losing 5-4 on post-match penalties to arch rivals Gor Mahia in the Hull City play-off match, AFC Leopards new boss Radolfo Zapata says he was impressed with the fighting spirit displayed by his charges.Speaking to Capital Sport after the exciting encounter at Nakuru’s Afraha Stadium, Zapata noted that the quality exhibited by his players showed that they can head back to the Kenyan Premier League and fight for the crown, though he admitted he needs time to get his philosophy through.
Former staff of Sigro and Silet, German Automotive factories set up in Lisnennan in the 1980s are holding a Reunion in The Station House Hotel this Saturday night, May 14th with the meal set for 8pm.They are calling on people that worked in either factory between 1981 and 2006 to come along and meet up with old friends they haven’t seen in years.The event is being organised by Paul McGovern, Liam Cannon and John “Trampas” Doherty. Paul explained: “When you’re out and about you might bump into someone from your time in the factory and start talking about old times and the people and asking about what some people are doing with themselves now, where they are working, how many kids they have etc. etc. and it’s always good to catch up.“I met Liam one day around 18 months ago in the Shopping Centre and we mooted the idea of trying to get everyone together, but we never followed through.“So I met him back in January – in the Shopping Centre again and I said “you know what, I’m going to get the ball rolling”, so I went home and set up a Facebook page and started texting people.“We have over 40 confirmed as coming so far and we hope we could get as many as 60 or 70 people on the night. “Most of them have moved on to pastures new but there are still around a dozen of the old guard still working there. It’ll be great to see everyone and catch up. It’s not easy trying to contact everyone but we hope the word has got out to most former staff. But if anyone knows someone that worked there between 1981 and 2006, please share this with them.”The Sigro factory became part of the Kirchoff Automotive group in the 1990’s while the Silet factory closed down in the early 2000’s.In the late 1990’s the group started offering voluntary redundancies after the factory went on “short-time” (a 3-day week). Along with this, some staff simply moved on to new jobs and new challenges so Saturday night will give them a chance to meet up once again.Kirchoff continues to thrive in the competitive automotive industryThe lads aren’t planning any entertainment on the night as they reckon once Trampas starts telling jokes and singing a few songs there will be no need for any more entertainment! If you are interested in attending you can contact any of the lads on the following numbers: Paul McGovern 086-811 4151; Liam Cannon on 085-123 7747 or John Doherty on 086-1088 520. They’d love to hear from you.FORMER AUTOMOTIVE FACTORY WORKERS REV UP FOR WEEKEND REUNION IN LETTERKENNY was last modified: May 10th, 2016 by John2Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Tags:letterkennyREUNIONSIGROSiletStation House Hotel
With clocks due to go back this weekend, signalling the return to winter and darker evenings, the Donegal Road Safety Working Group is appealing to all road users especially pedestrians and cyclists to stay safe and be seen.So far in 2017, 124 people have lost their lives on our roads, a decrease of 32 on the same period in 2016, 5 people have died in Donegal and many more have been seriously injured in road traffic collisions in Ireland.Brian O’Donnell, Road Safety Officer says “We all need to play our part in road safety. Road users must accept responsibility, think about their actions on the road and modify their driving to cope with changeable weather conditions. As the evenings get darker, we need to stress how important it is to Be Safe and Be Seen on the road.” Be safe, be seenRoad users can struggle to adapt to a combination of changing factors such as, poor weather conditions, driving in the dark for longer periods and pedestrians not wearing reflective or bright clothing.Motorists are urged to check and ensure that their vehicles are fit for winter. Tyres must be in good condition and meet the legal requirements. A defective tyre could lead to a serious accident.All lights must be clean, working and correctly adjusted. Remember to use dipped headlights when driving in poor weather. Our advice is that if your vehicle wipers are on, so should your dipped headlights. If you have fog lights, use them when the weather is foggy, but remember it is illegal to use these lights at other times.Listen to the weather and travel advice on the news and if needs be, leave extra time to ensure that you arrive safely. Always be seen by wearing reflective clothing if out walking or cycling. Motorists need to make an extra effort to look out for children, pedestrians and cyclists and similarly pedestrians and cyclists need to stay safe and always be seen.Brian also appeals to motorists to use dipped headlights at all times, wear your seatbelt, slow down, never use a mobile phone while driving and never drive after drinking or taking drugs.Dark winter nights are coming: Don’t forget to be safe and be seen on roads was last modified: October 25th, 2017 by Rachel McLaughlinShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window) Tags:Be safebe seenRSA
As the year comes to end Kelly’s Centra and Diner will be ending it style with Christmas Carols from local musician Maria McCormack in the Diner this Thursday 19th from 5-7.00pm. Kelly’s Centra will be doing a collection on the night in aid of the Simon Community. Business owner Mairtin Kelly has very kindly offered to match all funds raised on the night! The year has seen Kelly’s Centra and Diner continue to grow at a rapid pace serving over 35,000 thousand customers a week between store and diner. Kelly’s Centra and Diner has cemented itself as the beating heart of Mountain Top and will continue to do so with a planned re-vamp in-store and a further seating being added to the diner in January 2020.Christmas at Kelly’s DinerIn the lead up to Christmas Kelly’s Diner will be open until 9pm on Sunday 22nd and Monday 23rd. In-store there is a plethora of offers to suit all tastebuds!If you’re stuck for a gift why not pick up one of the exclusive, custom made hampers or gift sets. We spoke to store owner Mairtin Kelly about Kelly’s Centra and Diner in 2019 and here is what he has had to say;“Some would say it’s hard to believe our success and continued success but for me it’s not as I have a phenomenal team of 90 who make it happen each and every day.“Now don’t get me wrong as per every business we have had our own bumps and bruises to get over, at the end of the day we always do and it is great to see that strength in the team. We have had a fantastic year and have many exciting things in the pipeline for 2020.“I am extremely grateful for the continued support we have received from our customers in 2019, the dedication and commitment from my staff and the support from my wife Angie and kids. I wish all a very happy and safe Christmas!”Kelly’s Centra closing the year with charity Christmas Carols night was last modified: December 19th, 2019 by Rachel McLaughlinShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)
A girl survivor of the Haiti earthquake. (Image: UN Photo/Logan Abassi) South Africa has acted swiftly in response to the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti’s capital Port-au-Prince earlier this week.The country’s government, private companies and charity organisations have pledged to help the Caribbean island nation through an aid package that will be delivered by the National Disaster Management Centre.Government has put R1-million (US$134 970) towards the relief effort that will be led by prominent NGOs Rescue South Africa and Gift of the Givers. Private companies, Vodacom, Discovery and Netcare have also come on board and donated funds for the mission.Vodacom, a leading cellular network provider in the country, has given Rescue South Africa R1.5-million ($202 279) to fly out a team of 40 professionals, including trauma doctors, paramedics, search-dog units, specialist rescuers, civil engineers and chemical and safety specialists.“We are honoured to have been able to lend a hand to Rescue SA on their mission to assist the people of Haiti with medical services,” chairperson of the Vodacom Foundation, Mthobi Tyamzashe, said in a statement.Tyamzashe announced that companies in the Vodafone Group, of which Vodacom is part, have also contributed to aid for Haiti. Vodafone in the UK and Spain have each donated more than R300 000 (about $40 403) to the Red Cross to boost its mission, he said.Gift of the Givers’ 10-member search and rescue team left for Haiti on Thursday evening. The team includes a group of professionals skilled in disaster response, urban rescue and life support.The organisation said its team took R2.5-million ($337 372) worth of rescue equipment with them, which will be used to locate survivors trapped in the rubble. They also have a “substantial amount of essential and emergency medicines” with them.Gift of the Givers’ team of skilled trauma medical specialists – including orthopaedic, trauma and maxillo facial surgeons, anaesthetists and advanced life support paramedics – is expected to depart for Haiti over the weekend.The organisation said response from donors has been “very good” and they’re hoping to fly R5-million ($674 558) worth of supplies – including tents, blankets, water purification tablets, high energy and protein supplements, bottled water and additional medicines – over as soon as a Boeing 747 becomes available.It also urging South Africans who want to contribute funds to visit their website at www.giftofthegivers.org or phone 0800 786 777 or +27 33 345 0163.Rescue South Africa and Gift of the Givers are highly experienced in leading critical aid missions on behalf of South Africa. They were both heavily involved in helping Mozambique in 2000 when that country was hit by massive floods.The Salvation Army in South Africa has also appealed to the public to make donations to help it extend its humanitarian efforts in Haiti.Messages of hopeMessages of support for the people of Haiti have been pouring in from South Africa, with President Jacob Zuma sending his official condolences to the country on Wednesday.“Our thoughts and prayers go out to those who have been affected by the earthquake either emotionally and psychologically, or through the loss of life of loved ones or destroyed infrastructure,” Zuma said in a statement.Former Haiti president Dr Jean-Bertrand Aristide, who’s been in exile in South Africa since 2004, expressed his intention to return to mourn with his country. But it is not yet clear when he will make the trip.“It is a tragedy that defies expression; a tragedy that compels all people to the highest levels of human compassion and solidarity,” Aristide said. “From Africa, the ancestral home of Haiti, we send our profoundest condolences and love to the thousands of children, mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters worst affected.”The earthquake hit Port-au-Prince, which has a population of about 3-million, on Tuesday, registering 7.0 on the Richter scale. About 50 000 were killed in the quake, which destroyed one in every 10 homes in the city and left about 300 000 people homeless, according to the United Nations.It also decimated critical buildings, including the country’s Parliament, schools, hospitals and tax office. Rescue and recovery efforts are continuing as thousands of victims, many feared dead, are still trapped under rubble.
The Springboks rugby squad rediscovered the warmth of South Africans as the team were left to make their own way from Cape Town to their Stellenbosch training camp, using only the goodwill of the public.The video of their journey – hashtagged #LoveRugby – has garnered thousands of views.For fans, it was cool to meet and help their heroes. For the Springboks it was a reminder of how important the team is to the nation.Springbok and Western Province flank Siya Kolisi said it was awesome to discover how friendly South Africans are to each another. “We just asked for a lift. A person gives you a lift, and they give you more than that.” Watch the video: Watch the Springboks discuss their role in building the nation:
Share Facebook Twitter Google + LinkedIn Pinterest The Ohio AgriBusiness Association (OABA) has retained Belinda Jones of Capitol Consulting Group, Inc. (CCG) for government relations work in Ohio. The partnership with Jones will allow OABA to have a full-time presence at the state capitol.“As the state trade association for Ohio agribusinesses, OABA works every day to educate and engage public officials and strategic partners on policy issues affecting our membership,” said Chris Henney, president and CEO of OABA. “Belinda’s policy experience and background in plant nutrient and protection products will be invaluable as OABA continues to grow and strengthen our presence at Ohio’s capitol.”Jones has more than 20 years of experience in legislative and regulatory affairs. She started her career lobbying with a Cleveland-based law firm, working on behalf of a number of trade associations, including the Ohio Nursery and Landscape Association, the Ohio Professional Applicators for Responsible Regulation and more.”After being sworn to the Ohio Bar in 1994, Jones joined The Scotts Company, the world’s leading manufacturer, formulator and marketer of lawn and garden products. As Manager of Government Affairs at Scott’s, she helped organize lobbying activities, represented the industry in various policy meetings, and worked with a number of prominent national trade associations.Jones later practiced environmental law, as well as various areas of substantive law, as corporate counsel in Scott’s law department. This position allowed her to become proficient in regulations for solid and hazardous waste, air emissions and groundwater issues related to use of fertilizers, pesticides and compost products.Jones joined CCG in 1999 as the primary legislative counsel. In her time at CCG, she has worked with a variety of agricultural issues, including those surrounding water quality, pesticides, fertilizer, seed and more.“This partnership will serve OABA members well as we continue to see a focus on water quality and nutrient management issues in Ohio,” Henney said.As OABA’s representation at the Ohio Statehouse, CCG’s services will include:Monitoring and analyzing all bill and rule introductions for impact on Ohio’s agribusinesses;Drafting legislation and amendments under direction from OABA;Attending pertinent Ohio House and Senate committee hearings and;Assisting in developing and sharing OABA legislative policy positions, legislative and administrative hearing testimony, position letters and other communications.