My experience of meeting Adam Pope BBC Radio Leeds commentator

May 24, 2023

...by Daniel - LUDO (Leeds United Disabled Organisation)

On the morning of Saturday 13th May I met Adam Pope, the BBC Radio Leeds commentator. We sat down in the LUDO lounge, and he showed me what research he does prior to a game. For example, for the match I was at, which was Leeds v Newcastle, he wrote down which teams both teams had played in their last game, who the ref was and if he’s done any previous Leeds games this season, and who VAR was.

Another piece of paper he showed me was a spreadsheet of the current squad, hold old they are, how many appearances they’ve made, goals, yellow and red cards etc and then he has to update it if players or managers leave.

He also uses a stats paper with stats on both teams of which there’s about 20 on a sheet although he may only use 5 or 6 in a game. The last paper he showed me is one where there’s 1 to 45 on side of the sheet, and 46 to 90 on other side and on there he writes down any key moments and what minute they happen e.g. goal, someone hit the bar etc.

We finished with me giving him one of my business cards with my sports blog on and a photo which was lovely.

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Leeds United Supporters’ Network Tribute – Terry Yorath

By paul keat • January 8, 2026

The Leeds United Supporters’ Network is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Yorath, aged 75. Terry was a proud servant of Leeds United , a former Wales captain and manager, and a respected figure in football both on and off the pitch. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who knew him. Terry emerged as a strong, natural leader in Don Revie’s great Leeds United side of the early 1970s. Although born in Cardiff, Wales, he signed as a schoolboy, and went on to play a key role in the 1973–74 First Division title-winning team and featured in the 1975 European Cup Final, becoming the first Welshman to play in that competition’s final. He later enjoyed distinguished spells with Coventry City and Tottenham Hotspur, captaining Coventry with pride, and represented Wales with great commitment, earning 59 caps. Beyond his playing days, Terry gave much to the game as a manager, most notably with Wales, where he led a talented side that came heartbreakingly close to qualifying for the 1994 World Cup. His life was marked by personal tragedy, including the loss of his son Daniel and his presence at the Bradford City fire, events that showed his courage and humanity away from football. Terry Yorath will be remembered by LUSN members, and Leeds United fans everywhere, as a fierce competitor, a leader, and a man who represented our club with honour. As with all our legends, he will never be forgotten.