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Lucy Child

Lucy Child has written 5 posts for Swinging Balls Online

Super Sam In Wonderland

By Lucy Child ⋅ October 2, 2011 ⋅ 14,866 comments

As a former official at the highest level, Lucy Child is well placed to comment on the behaviour of Serena Williams during last month’s US Open Final. As an Aussie, she is equally well placed to celebrate Sam Stosur’s victory!

Executive Cuffs For Charity?

By Lucy Child ⋅ July 31, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Lucy Child has seen some of sports more volatile characters at close quarters. However, her first visit to a boxing night was rather different as she reveals the concept of White Collar Boxing.

Money Vs Loyalty

By Lucy Child ⋅ July 10, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

As both the US’ National Football League and Australia’s AFL stare at crises over pay, Lucy Child considers the relationship between salary and loyalty, and the opportunities for elite athletes to demonstrate the latter whilst still maximising the former.

A Code Not To Be Broken

By Lucy Child ⋅ April 30, 2011 ⋅ 22,299 comments

Having crossed swords with John McEnroe as a 20 year old line judge, Lucy Child is better qualified than most when it comes to discussing behaviour and use of technology in sport.

Rugby Relief

By Lucy Child ⋅ March 31, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment

Lucy Child speaks proudly of the efforts of sporting neighbours and rivals, as All Black and Wallaby veterans locked horns one more time, to raise money for Christchurch.