Name: Richard Dale

DOB: 19th May, many years ago...

Star sign? Taurus

What's your day job? An accountant - would you believe?

Do you have any hobbies? Running - back into half marathons again! Country music - particularly the more modern artists. I also like watching Rugby and Ice Hockey - The Newcastle Falcons and Warriors rule!

Why did you become a Lionheart presenter? Certainly not for fame and fortune! Seriously, it was to share my enthusiasm for local sports clubs and taking part in something active to stay fit and healthy.

What did you want to be when you were younger? Just about everything - Astronaut was probably the silliest from the days of the Apollo moon landings.

What is the weirdest dream you've had? That I was an Astronaut

Do you have a Myspace page? No - although I work for a high-tech company, I am actually a bit of a techno-phobe!