Our Baseball Ground charts the footballing memories and experiences of Alex and Alex: a married couple who recently moved to Lisbon, Portugal. They have watched Derby County for far longer than is necessary, having had season tickets from the early 2000s until 2020. At the age of 28, their memories of Derby County span close to two decades of (almost entirely) second-tier English football.
For links to all of the articles we discuss, go to: https://ourbaseballground.com
Episode 12 - 20/21 Final game and season review (Part 2: second half)
In the last two episodes of the 2020/2021 season, we review the season live during Derby’s final game against Sheffield Wednesday as they fight to retain their position in the Championship. We are also joined by Alex’s dad and grandad who provide us with updates from around the grounds - be prepared for some true Derby County style drama!
In part 2 we cover the second half of the season and the second half of the final match.
You can read all of our articles that accompany these podcasts at ourbaseballground.com (http://ourbaseballground.com/).
25 May 2021
Episode 11 - 20/21 Final game and season review (Part 1: first half)
In the last two episodes of the 2020/2021 season, we review the season live during Derby's final game against Sheffield Wednesday as they fight to retain their position in the Championship. We are also joined by Alex's dad and grandad who provide us with updates from around the grounds - be prepared for some true Derby County style drama!
In part 1 we cover the first half of the season and the first half of the final match.
You can read all of our articles that accompany these podcasts at ourbaseballground.com (https://ourbaseballground.com/).
3 May 2021
Episode 10 - Derby County vs Leeds United 2018-2020 (Part 2: Panel discussion)
In a duo of podcasts we chart the recent history of the rivalry between Derby County and Leeds United. In particular we focus on the period between 2018 and 2020, when Derby and Leeds vied for promotion to the Premier League, with clashing team-building strategies and some memorable encounters on football (and training) pitches.
In part 2 we discuss Derby's chances of survival In the championship (this season), the end of the 2018-2019 season and Lampard's tactical naivety.
You can read all of our articles that accompany these podcasts at ourbaseballground.com (https://ourbaseballground.com/).
2 May 2021
Episode 9 - Derby County vs Leeds United 2018-2020 (Part 1: Panel discussion)
In a duo of podcasts we chart the recent history of the rivalry between Derby County and Leeds United. In particular we focus on the period between 2018 and 2020, when Derby and Leeds vied for promotion to the Premier League, with clashing team-building strategies and some memorable encounters on football (and training) pitches.
In part 1 we discuss the European Super League, Bielsa and Lampard's arrivals at their new clubs in 2018 and "Spygate".
You can read all of our articles that accompany these podcasts at ourbaseballground.com (https://ourbaseballground.com/).
12 Apr 2021
Episode 8 - Turning points: Chris Martin vs Burnley, 2014
We are back!
After a short break (moving homes) we're pleased to be back with a brand new episode where we discuss where did it all start to go wrong for Derby County. Hear our thoughts on the 'impending' take-over, Mel Morris & lunchtime doner kebabs.
You can read the accompanying article in full at ourbaseballground.com (https://ourbaseballground.com/post/outside-in-eleven/).
21 Feb 2021
Episode 7 - Outside-in: A Derby County eleven (Part 2: Midfield and attack)
We get an outsiders view of Derby County in this episode from our friend, Peter. He has encountered Derby County many times along his up and (mostly) down journey as a football fan. With this perspective, he gives us the rundown on a 4-4-2 formation filled with “iconic” Derby County players from the late 90s, all the way up to the present day.
Part 2 takes us through the midfield and attack.
We also discuss the Championship Manager talent algorithm and discuss Brian Clough’s successes in the East Midlands.
You can read Peter's article in full at ourbaseballground.com (https://ourbaseballground.com/post/outside-in-eleven/).
3 Feb 2021
Episode 6 - Outside-in: A Derby County eleven (Part 1: Goalkeeper and defence)
We get an outsiders view of Derby County in this episode from our friend, Peter. He has encountered Derby County many times along his up and (mostly) down journey as a football fan. With this perspective, he gives us the rundown on a 4-4-2 formation filled with “iconic” Derby County players from the late 90s, all the way up to the present day. Part 1 takes us through the goalkeeper and defence.
We also discuss Frank Lampard's managerial high's and lows and there's an excellent honorary mention to Collins John.
You can read Peter's article in full at ourbaseballground.com (https://ourbaseballground.com/post/outside-in-eleven/).
18 Jan 2021
Episode 5 - Golaço: Tommy Smith vs Nottingham Forest, 2004
Today we collectively shout "GOLAÇO" and bask (Basque) in the glory of Tommy Smith's opening goal against Nottingham Forest in 2004. We also discuss our favourite memories of academy players and the impact of the UK leaving the EU on average football teams.
Access the accompanying article and a video of today's golaço on our website (https://ourbaseballground.com/post/golaco-tommy-smith/).
4 Jan 2021
Episode 4 - January 2008
In this extended episode, we take a look back at a uniquely disastrous transfer window in Derby County's history. We discuss the incomings and outgoings, childhood parties at Pride Park, Robbie Savage's 606 on-the-pitch audition and Sheffield United's chances of taking the 'Worst Team In History' crown.
21 Dec 2020
Episode 3 - Bradley Johnson: Ballad of a Broken Team
Join us as we revisit the Derby County career of Bradley Johnson, with our first special guest @derbyrambler (https://twitter.com/derbyrambler?lang=en). In addition, we discuss our favourite January transfer window signings from the past 18 years and contemplate if Derby County let good players go too soon.
Link to article: https://ourbaseballground.com/post/bradley-johnson/ (https://ourbaseballground.com/post/bradley-johnson/).
29 Nov 2020
Episode 2 - Derby 4-4 Ipswich
We look back at a pivotal game as Steve McClaren's first game in charge of Derby in 2013 sees Derby come back to draw 4-4 with Ipswich Town after trailing 4-1 at half time.
17 Nov 2020
Episode 1 - Derby County: The Beginning of the End?
An introductory episode to the Our Baseball Ground podcast.
Join us to hear our thoughts on writing to Gerard Houllier, Steve McClaren and growing up in Nottingham as a Derby fan!
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