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Jon has been a go-to source of well-researched, accurate news and opinion of mine for a long time. His ability to see through superfluous irrelevance and to cut to the matter reveals him as a journalist who genuinely understands both his craft and the sport of rugby union. Oh, and he's a top bloke, which helps.
Former England international and highly-respected TV presenter David Flatman

Jon has helped me on a number of rugby-related projects over the years including ghost-writing my head coach match programme notes and various columns in the wider rugby media. He has excellent rugby knowledge and always manages to encapsulate my views in a succinct and extremely readable manner – often to tight deadlines.
British & Irish Lions and England legend Neil Back

Heads Up Sports Media
Heads Up Sports Media is owned and managed by Jon Newcombe, a sports journalist and editorial consultant with 25 years of experience in print, digital and broadcast media.
Employing some of the best journalistic talent in the North of England, Heads Up Sports Media provides quality written content for sports governing bodies, national and regional newspapers and a variety of websites.
We also offer a full Press & Marketing service to a number of clients in different sectors.
Here’s a ‘Heads Up’ as to why you should employ us:
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail combined with creativity makes for a winning combination
- Proven track record over a number of years
- Capable of delivering to tight deadlines
- Excellent contacts within the media and sports
- industry, in particular Rugby Union, to ensure your needs are best met
- Superb facilitating skills for larger editorial/research projects.
