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Down The Line gang returns to take a look at the upcoming action for the upcoming premier league weekend. 

The Down The Line gang is back this week as they take a look at an action packed weekend in the premier league. 

Fresh from success in the recent IBSA European Championships, Hywel Davies caught up with one of England’s most experienced players to talk about the tournament and his inspiring day job.You can find more information about 'Learn With ESS' on their website - Disability Awareness and Team Cohesion Program | Learn With ESS

With another action packed weekend of premier league games, Hubert and the Down The Line Gang are here to preview the upcoming games. 

Catch up with last weekend's action with Hubert and the Down The Line gang as they discuss Hull City who continue to surprise, Newcastle sweep Spurs aside, and there's a seven goal thriller at Chelsea. 

Scotland’s only VI cricket club is currently recruiting new members. Hywel Davies has been finding out more about how the game is played and how you can get involved.For more information on the sessions, you can contact Anne Broadhurst via email - [email protected] 

In this episode, Hubert is joined by the Down The Line Gang to take alook at all the action from the first weekend of premier league matches. 

Join Hubert and the Down The Line gand for this episode as they talk all things Premier league and preview the upcoming season. They discuss the title chasers, Andrew, Ryan and Neil talk about their respective clubs, and of course we have some predictions. 

In this episode, Hubert and the Down The Line gang take a look at the upcoming EFL season, talking all things Championship, league 1 and league 2. 

The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, saw Para Athletes from around the globe aim for gold and personal bests.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke with David Clarke, Chief Executive of the British Paralympic Association, to get his reflections on the games.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

After a 4th place in the Women’s Tandem Pursuit, at the Glasgow Commonwealth GamesEngland’s Sophie Unwin and her pilot Anna, scooped Bronze in the Kilo.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke with them as the games drew to a close.#RNIBConnectImage shows Allan interviewing Sophie with her pilot Anna Whitworth-Hay sitting next to her.

After a dramatic finish in his last race on the tandem, Scotland’s Neil Fachie finished the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a golden double.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke with Neil after the medal ceremony.#RNIBConnectImage shows: Team Scotland’s Neil Fachie and our reporter Allan crouch on the floor and show off Neil's gold medal. They're both grinning.

After a dramatic crash at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome in GlasgowWelsh tandem cyclists, James and Matt added another Silver to their medals.Here’s RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell talking with the pair after the medal ceremony.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

It was a very successful 2026 Commonwealth Games for New Zealand’s tandem cyclists at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome in Glasgow.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Emma and Jess, as they celebrated a Gold double.#RNIBConnectImage Shows Allan interviewing Para cyclist Emma Foy. They're sitting side by side, Allan is holding a microphone up and Emma is holding a water bottle, still in her racing clothes.

England VI sprinter Zac Shaw won gold in the men's T12 100 m at the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026.Amelia spoke to him just after the race.Zac has his arm around our reporter Amelia as they both smile for the camera. He’s in his red track running gear and is holding a bottle of water. Amelia has long brown hair and is wearing a bright pink vest and holding up a microphone.

After taking time out from competitive racing, Scotland’s Neil Fachie and his tandem cycling Pilot, stormed home to pick up their first Gold of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Neil after the medals ceremony…#RNIBConnectImage shows Allan interviewing Neil. They're sitting across from each other, Allan extending a microphone to Neil, who looks serious as he listens to his question.

James Ball and his Pilot Matt, were pipped into the Silver medal position by half a second at this year’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to them after the medals ceremony…#RNIBConnectTeam Wales’ Silver medallists’ James Ball and his Pilot Matt Rotherham sit down as they're interviewed by Allan. The photo is taken from behind Allan, James is focused on answering a question, whilst Matt looks lost in his thoughts, head tilted up and smiling to himself.

It was a well deserved Bronze for para cyclists Lizzi Jordon and her Pilot Sylvia at their first event of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to them after the medals ceremony…#RNIBConnectImage shows Team England’s Bronze medallists’ Lizzi Jordan and her pilot Sylvia are sitting down and laughing as they hold up their medals. Sylvia is on the left and Lizzi is on the right.

Para Cyclist Sophie Unwin was pleased with her placing at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome in Glasgow.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke with Sophie after her 1,000 meters race…#RNIBConnectTeam England’s Sophie Unwin sits down for an interview for Allan. Another nice photo taken from behind Allan, extending his microphone to Sophie as she laughs and answers.

In the first episode of the new season, Hubert and the Down The Line gang take a look at the upcoming season in the Scottish premier league and what their thoughts are. 

Visually impaired sprinter took 1st place in the 100m heats at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 – Amelia spoke to him right after the race.Amelia interviews Zac. The picture is taken from behind her and shows Zac standing in his running gear, fresh of his Heats race the morning before. He smiles, head tilted as he listens to Amelia's question.

Barry Snell catches up with Team England para-swimmer Matthew Redfern, moments after Matthew finished 4th in the men's 50m Freestyle (S-13 category) at the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026Barry interviews Matthew Redfern after his bronze-winning swim. Matthew looks serious as he considers his answers. He's still in his swim gear.

Barry Snell catches up with Team Scotland para-swimmer Astrid Carroll, moments after she finished 7th in the women's 50m Freestyle (S-13 category) at the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026Image shows Barry interviewing Astrid. She's smiling, hands on hips as she speaks with Barry.

Barry Snell catches up with Team England para-swimmer Rebecca Redfern, moments after she finished 8th in the women's 50m Freestyle (S-13 category) at the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2026.Image shows Barry interviewing para swimmer Becky. He's holding up the microphone as he asks his question making Becky laugh.

Barry Snell catches up with Team Wales para-swimmer Ela Letton-Jones, moments after Ela finished 6th in the women's 50m freestyle event (S-13)  at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.Image shows Barry interviewing para swimmer Ela. 

Barry Snell catches up with Team Scotland para-swimmer Stephen Clegg MBE, moments after Stephen won a gold medal in the men's 50m freestyle event (S-13) at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.Barry and Stephen pose together for a photo. Stephen holds up his medal and smiles as he has his arm around Barry.

David Hogg caught up with Team Scotland after their tie-break win in the gold medal match at Glasgow 2026.Image shows Team Scotland posing together and holding Scottish flags after their win.

England won a silver medal in the B2 – B3 para bowls. Our David Hogg, caught up with them after the tense final with Scotland

After a nail-biting tie break win against New Zealand, Wales won bronze in the B2 B3 Mixed pairs para bowls at the Commonwealth Games. David Hogg caught up with them afterwards.

Following a straight sets victory over Wales in the B2 – B3 Mixed Pairs semi finals, David Hogg caught up with team England VI bowlers Ron Homer and Sally-Ann Lewis-Wall.

After a close fought victory against New Zealand, David Hogg caught up with Team Scotland as they prepare for a final with England at the B2 – B3 Mixed Pairs.Image shows Sarah, Robert, Jim, and Mary posing together for a photo laughing.

Barry Snell catches up with Team Scotland para-swimmer Astrid Carroll & her sister Team England’s Ursula Carroll moments after competing in the women's 100m Freestyle at their first Commonwealth games.Image shows of Barry interviewing the sisters. They both smile as they chat with him. Astrid is taller and wearing a cosy navy jacket over her swimsuit, whilst Ursula is still in England’s signature red swimsuit, a towel in her hand.

Barry Snell catches up with Team England para-swimmer Matthew Redfern, moments after Matthew won a bronze medal in the men's 100m freestyle event (S-13)  at the Commonwealth Games in GlasgowImage shows Barry interviewing Matthew Redfern after his bronze-winning swim. Matthew looks serious as he considers his answers. He's still in his swim gear.

Barry Snell catches up with Team Scotland para-swimmer Stephen Clegg MBE, moments after Stephen won a silver medal in the men's 100m freestyle event (S-13)  at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.Image shows Barry interviewing Stephen Clegg. He smiles as he stands there, fresh out of the pool, still in his swim trunks. 

David Hogg sat down with Team Wales B2-B3 para bowls players following a very successful opening Day at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

On Friday night, there was a bit of an upset at the Commonwealth Games as Wales beat England 2-0 in the Para Bowls B2-B3 sectional play. David Hogg caught up with Team England after the match. 

At the 2026 Commonwealth Games, David Hogg caught up with Steffan James and Julie Thomas following their opening game, tie-break win over Australia.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font. 

At the 2026 Commonwealth Games, following their opening day win against New Zealand in the Mixed Pairs Para Bowls, David Hogg caught up with Ron Homer and Sally-Ann Lewis-Wall.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font. 

We're at the 2026 Commonwealth Games and as we kick off with Para Bowls, our David Hogg caught up with Robert Barr and Mary Stevenson after their opening day win against South Africa.Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white and black background ‘RNIB’ written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio’ is written in black in a smaller font. 

With the Glasgow Commonwealth Games underway, we’re looking forward to a tournament which will have the most ever medals up for grabs, for Para Athletes.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Para Cyclist Lizzi Jordan about her prep for the games and why she recommends cycling to anyone who is blind or partially sighted.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

In the final episode of ‘Down The Line’ World Cup Specials, RNIB’s Telephone ‘Football Focus’ group give their take on all of the action from this year’s tournament. Hosted by RNIB Community Connections Coordinator Neil Atkinson.

Let’s talk to another athlete with sight loss taking part in this summer’s Commonwealth games. David spoke to Team Scotland para bowler Robert Barr.

Let’s talk to another athlete with sight loss taking part in this summer’s Commonwealth games. David spoke to Team Scotland para swimmer Astrid Carroll about her preparations for her first Commonwealth Games…

Let’s talk to another athlete with sight loss taking part in this summer’s Commonwealth games. David spoke to Team Scotland para swimmer James Clegg about his Games preparation, his return to the pool and competing alongside his brother…

Let’s talk to another athlete with sight loss taking part in this summer’s Commonwealth games. David spoke to Team Scotland para swimmer Stephen Clegg about his Games preparation and returning from shoulder surgery

What's it like being a blind or partially sighted football fan during the sport's biggest event? Throughout this year’s World Cup tournament, RNIB’s Telephone ‘Football Focus’ group are giving their take on all of the action from the tournament. Keeping the participants in line is RNIB Community Connections Coordinator Neil Atkinson.

As we approach the start of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in GlasgowWe’re talking to some of the blind and partially sighted athletes, going for gold.Here’s RNIB Connect Radio’s Barry Snell with Team England Para Swimmer, Ursula Carroll.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

A charity’s board plays a huge part in the organisations governance, strategy and compliance but how do they do this?RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to RNIB Chair Anna Tylor to learn more about their work and hear about the board’s 5 new members.#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath.

The ability to enjoy books in an accessible way is a vital building block for education and career success but reading can also take you on adventures, become a discussion point or give you a breather from everyday life.RNIB is involved in the Year Of Reading and part of this is the Summer Reading Challenge.RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to RNIB’s Tom Norton, to learn more about the challenge and why it’s so accessible.If you’d like more info, go to rnib.org.uk/education and go to the children’s reading section.You can also go to rnib.org.uk/music or summerreadingchallenge.org.uk#RNIBConnectImage Shows RNIB Connect Radio Logo, White Background, RNIB In Bold Black Letters, A Solid Pink Line Below With Connect Radio Underneath

Ahead of the Commonwealth Games, we’re catching up with the VI athletes taking part. Today, David Hogg speaks to VI para bowler Ron Homer and Director Sue Davies…