The Knox Study
The Knox Study is Laurie Knox’s regular WAWAW.NEWS column, bringing together opinion, analysis and observations on Sheffield Wednesday, football and the wider issues surrounding the game.
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Are We the Baddies?
Laurie Knox on Sheffield Wednesday's history of turning on its own, from Mel Sterland to Gabriel Otegbayo and why booing the team you support rarely achieves what fans think it will.
Here’s To You, Henrik Pedersen
Laurie Knox reflects on Henrik Pedersen’s impact at Sheffield Wednesday, from defensive organisation and Joe Lumley’s influence to the attacking signs that have raised expectations.
It’s Good to Talk: New Signings and Building Culture
Laurie Knox looks at Sheffield Wednesday’s changing recruitment approach under David Storch and why conversations, culture and a clear vision could matter as much as the signings themselves.
The Case for High Matchday Ticket Prices
High matchday ticket prices are unpopular, but for Sheffield Wednesday there is a business case for using them to drive season-ticket sales and stabilise revenue.