For the second year in succession, Christmas came early for us. Twelve months ago we were thrilled to win a Gold Award in the When Saturday Comes Webwatch awards. Now, in a decision that surprised us as much as anyone else, we can happily report that the same honour has come our way again. For a site long inspired by the magazine, and for someone who has been reading WSC for more than two decades, the recognition still feels remarkable. Our thanks go once more to those who made the decision.
A team effort recognised
This past year brought a significant change for the site: regular contributors stepped up as effective co-owners. Ed Carter, Gavin Saxton, Rob Freeman and Mark Murphy have each played a huge role in keeping things current and lively, and so this award is as much theirs as anyone’s. More tweaks and improvements will come in the months ahead, but the shared commitment is already clear.
Readers make it worthwhile
As ever, the last word of thanks goes to those who stop by to read and engage. Without the readers, all of this would feel like shouting into the void. Your interest gives the work its meaning.
In good company
It is also worth saluting the other sites recognised in this year’s awards. Each offers something distinctive and valuable, and all are more than worthy of a place in your bookmarks:
- The Run Of Play
- Cod Almighty
- Zonal Marking
- HTFC World
- Centre Circle Publishing on Flickr
- The Ball Is Round
- In Bed With Maradona
- Football Economy
- Salut! Sunderland
- A Football Report
- Swiss Ramble
- Play The Game