Sports Blog

The F1 circus is back in town

By Phillip Lindley on February 4, 2010

The new Formula One season is only a month away, and fans have been treated to the traditional drivers merry go round. Philip Lindley looks at who will be competing this year.

New arrival could spark comeback for Lincoln

By Tom Farmery on January 13, 2010

A dull season so far for Lincoln’s Rugby Union side could see a change of fortune this Saturday when they host Spalding.

Show some respect to the referee

By Jack Watt on November 6, 2009

The referee is probably the most hated and still most loved man in the beautiful game of football, but there are 7,000 refs leaving the game in Britain because of abusive behaviour.

A look back at Jenson Button’s F1 Championship victory

By Phillip Lindley on October 22, 2009

The 2009 Formula One season has been one of the most exciting and controversial in recent years, but one question still remains: can Jenson Button repeat his title winning feat in 2010?

Lincoln to host Swaby’s latest fight

By Jack Watt on October 20, 2009

Lincoln showground is to host to boxer Lee Swaby’s latest fight against Dave Engilby. It is scheduled for October 30th and will be the Lincoln-born boxer’s second fight on home turf.

Life in the fast lane for motor champion Jack Harvey

By Adrian Bell on September 23, 2009

Lincoln schoolboy Jack Harvey is not your average 16-year-old. Most teenagers can only dream of a career in motorsport. Jack is living that dream.

Imps review: the start of the season

By Adrian Bell on September 23, 2009

A close look at the start of the new season for Lincoln City: Jackson gone, new players, and not enough matches won.

Lincoln Imps 2009/2010 season preview

By Adrian Bell on August 7, 2009

Manager Peter Jackson prepares to embark Lincoln City FC on their 125th season on Saturday as they host Barnet in the opening League 2 fixture. Sports Editor Adrian Bell analyses the club’s chances for the season.

England v West Indies second test preview

By Guest Columnist on May 13, 2009

After the war of words between captains Andrew Strauss and Chris Gayle, it has been easy to forget that the second NPower test between England and the West Indies gets underway at Chester le Street tomorrow.

Ferrari announcement rocks F1

By Adrian Bell on May 13, 2009

Leading car manufacturer Ferrari have told F1 bosses that they will quit the sport if they continue with plans to introduce an optional budget cap from 2010.

General Election: who’s the most student friendly?

March 3, 2010

As the General Election looms, The Linc’s Jessica Brown looks at the main parties and how each of them can affect you.

Film »

Oscars 2010: Our predictions and the winners

March 7, 2010

UPDATE: The winners the 82nd Oscars are in. Were The Linc’s predictions right? Find out inside!

Campus Voices »

The Students’ Union — who needs it?

March 11, 2010

Mike Hodges argues that the SU shouldn’t pay its officers around £18k per year, but cut itself down to a streamlined organisation, staffed by volunteers only.

Health »

Would you risk a tan?

March 2, 2010

A tan for the summer may seem appealing, but the search for the perfect sun-kissed skin could be at a massive cost to your health.

Lincoln City, Sport »

Big match report: Imps 3 Hereford 1

March 12, 2010

On an emotional night at Sincil Bank, Lincoln City came out victorious against Hereford yet the night was overshadowed by the mourning of Keith Alexander’s death and the visit of the Jules Rimet trophy.