A mixed-race child in a predominantly white neighbourhood, I got plenty of verbal and physical abuse in the 1980s that was brushed aside by teachers and guardians in a way that would never happen today.
Read MoreI was a sports journalist for many years working at national and international level and the sporting moments that were shaped by great drama or skill that took one's breath away never ceased to inspire.
Read MoreFollowing misguided comments by newly-appointed Newcastle United Director of Football Joe Kinnear about the fans and the manner of his appointment announcement, Calacus spoke to ITN
Read MoreLeading sports sponsorship and PRconsultancy Calacus has teamed up with Grupo Maori and EMA of London to promote the forthcoming autobiography of Lionel Messi, the world’s greatest footballer.
Read MoreLast summer reminded the world how sport can inspire, bring people together and create a positive mood despite the economic gloom with London 2012 a celebration of sport and the best of Britain.
Read MoreThe terrible recent events when Fabrice Muamba collapsed with a suspected cardiac arrest, brought back terrible memories for me when I witnessed one of my own team-mates go through something similar.
Read MoreThe last few months have been littered with controversy over alleged racism in football such as England captain John Terry and Liverpool striker Luis Suarez being accused of making racist comments.
Read MoreNovember 16 2010, London – International film producers Hope & Glory Pictures (H&G) has appointed Calacus to support its production of the forthcoming feature film ‘Death Match – Kolja’s War.’
Read MoreSports PR professionals have applauded Gary Lineker for quitting his Mail on Sunday column in protest at the publication of the Lord Triesman sting that has rocked the Football Association.
Read MoreThe Mail on Sunday revelations about Lord Triesman, former head of the England 2018 bid and chairman of the Football Association, could have been the death knell for hopes of staging the 2018 World Cup.
Read MoreIt’s been a tricky week for South Africa ahead of the World Cup, a a huge opportunity for South Africa to showcase its country and underline the progress it has made since the end of apartheid.
Read MoreThere's a reason why John Terry has had so few personal endorsement deals over the years – despite his high profile and tremendous success, he attracts too much controversy for sponsors to associate with.
Read MoreAs a football fan, the mid-season liked the timing of the African Cup of Nations has always been unpopular and the violence on the eve of the tournament also had a terrible impact on the competition's credibility.
Read MoreFull-service hospitality agency, PROSKE group, has hired Calacus as it aims to further develop and strengthen its position as a highly professional and experienced partner for global sponsors and corporations.
Read MoreRemembrance Sunday is a hugely important day in the British calendar, perhaps taking on even greater significance after a week when so many British servicemen have lost their lives in Afghanistan.
Read MorePeople who own professional sports clubs often buy because they are be diehard fans who want to give something back to their communities; a plaything for the rich and bored; or investors with an eye on profits.
Read MoreWith managers now earning almost as much as players, and the ‘England Expects’ moniker dished out ahead of any international competition, the focus on England and its manager is continually unrelenting.
Read MoreThe power of the media is a curious thing – sometimes it can create madness and mayhem out of the most trivial of incidents and sometimes it can lead the fight for justice and the common good.
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