Louis Hobbs

Louis Hobbs

Lead Journalist

372 Articles

Favourite Football Team

Sheffield United

Favourite Darts Player

Steve Beaton

Favourite NFL team

Baltimore Ravens

Favourite Sporting Venue

The Crucible

Favourite Sports Movie

The Blind Side

Favourite Sporting Memory

Michael Smith's nine darter in the 2023 World Championship final

Meet Louis Hobbs, our esteemed authority on all matters sports-related. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Louis effortlessly emerges as our go-to expert. His particular expertise in the realms of darts and snooker sets him apart and brings a level of insight that goes beyond the ordinary. Louis also holds a deep affection for all things related to US sports, with a special emphasis on basketball and American football, which stand out as his particular favorites. His content may not resonate with you, if you don't consider Lamar Jackson the most skilled player in the NFL.

What is more a difficult a nine darter or 147?

I simply couldn't answer that one. All I can say is they're both significantly harder than a hole in one. You can fluke a hole in one for sure.

What is your favourite sporting quote?

Sheffield's own, Neil Warnock: "Enjoy yourself, but enjoy it by being disciplined".

Latest Articles by Louis Hobbs

Exclusive: AFC Leopards Dangerman Lokale Declares Himself the ‘next Michael Olunga’

Football

Exclusive: AFC Leopards Dangerman Lokale Declares Himself the ‘next Michael Olunga’

AFC Leopards forward Sydney Lokale boldly declares himself the heir to Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga. Lokale shares his ambition to succeed Olunga and make his mark on the national team.

Louis Hobbs

2024-10-21

Geoffrey Ochieng

Football

Playing Home Matches Away from Home worked against Harambee Stars’ 2025 AFCON qualification bid

Harambee Stars’ 2025 AFCON hopes dwindle as playing home matches in Uganda affects their performance, but players remain hopeful ahead of final qualifiers

Louis Hobbs

2024-10-18

Exclusive: Engin Firat Planned to Fail Against Cameroon, Says Harambee Stars Legend Ogolla

Football

Exclusive: Engin Firat Planned to Fail Against Cameroon, Says Harambee Stars Legend Ogolla

Kenyan football legend John Bobby Ogolla criticizes Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat for team changes in losses to Cameroon, accusing him of inconsistency and poor planning.

Louis Hobbs

2024-10-16

Harambee Stars Kenya national team

Football

Kenyan Legends on Harambee Stars’ Malawi Move for World Cup Qualifiers

Kenyan football icons open up about Kenya's upcoming World Cup Qualifier matches being played out in Malawi due to ongoing stadium renovations on home soil. Is it a blessing or a curse?

Louis Hobbs

2024-06-03

https://www.sportsboom.com/football/cecafa-teams-unlikely-chan-2025-title-mbungo/

Football

Exclusive: Why CHAN 2025 title will not be won by a team from CECAFA region - Mbungo

Former AFC Leopards coach Andre Casa Mbungo explains why teams from the CECAFA region are unlikely to win the 2025 CHAN title, citing development gaps with North and West African teams.

Louis Hobbs

2024-10-15

Shakava Rubbishes Retirement Rumours, Pledges to Grace Kenyan top tier for Three More Seasons

Football

Shakava Rubbishes Retirement Rumours, Pledges to Grace Kenyan top tier for Three More Seasons

Former Gor Mahia captain Harun Shakava addresses retirement rumors, pledging to return to Kenya's top tier for three more seasons and eyeing a national team comeback

Louis Hobbs

2024-10-14

Louis Hobbs

Louis is our resident stats geek, and sports aficionado. From arm wrestling to ziplining, this man knows it all.

Hailing from a city renowned for both its football and snooker legacy, Louis's passion for sports was deeply influenced by Sheffield's rich sporting culture.

A devoted Sheffield United fan, Louis embarked on his career after a notable work experience stint at the Sheffield Star, where he had the privilege of shaking hands with Billy Sharp.

Louis’ ability to capture the essence of thrilling sports moments, combined with his in-depth knowledge has led him to contribute to many major events in the sports calendar. One of the defining moments in his career came in 2022 when he played a crucial role in the coverage of the Rugby League World Cup.