It appears that the winter has caused a big problem at Stoke City. Now that the ball is regularly getting wet, it seems that star, Rory Delap, can no longer get the same accuracy with his throw-ins.

It seems, though, that a solution has been found. Initially, Stoke City considered changing their shirts to sponges so that it would absorb any surplus water on the ball before Delap took a throw-in. This plan was nearly given the go ahead until a training session in rain revealed that players were carrying an extra two stone in weight. However, a solution has been found. Stoke City will shortly be changing to a J-Cloth material. It is likely that fans will object to playing in light blue, but manager, Tony Pulis, puts results as a priority. Expect an offical announcement any time.