Ex-GB bobsledder reveals the cuts in development funding caused her early retirement from the sport.
Aston Villa welcome Newcastle United to Villa Park on Monday 25th November in a bottom half of the table clash.
The revamped Alexander Stadium will deliver a Commonwealth Games legacy after it emerged the venue will be the new base for Birmingham City University's sports students.
Aston Villa twice threw away a lead as they were beaten 3-2 at Arsenal.
Birmingham City have surrendered their unbeaten home record with a defeat against Preston North End.
Birmingham City manager Pep Clotet is expecting a tough test of his side's impressive home record this weekend.
Aston Villa will respect Arsenal - but they won't fear them, according to manager Dean Smith.
Aston Villa have completed the signing of midfielder Douglas Luiz from Manchester City.
Jay Rodriguez is expected to leave West Bromwich Albion after a release clause in his contract was triggered by Burnley.
Aston Villa are believed to be close to completing the permanent signing of defender Tyrone Mings.
Former Birmingham City midfielder Karen Carney has announced her retirement from football.
Birmingham tennis ace Dan Evans pulled off a confident performance at Wimbledon to beat Argentine Federico Delbonis in straight sets 6-3 7-6 (7-5) 6-3.
