Senior Leadership
Danny Wright
Danny has been with Breaking Media for almost a decade, rising to become the company's Head of Editorial. Danny is an expert editor, with a specialist eye on SEO, planning, growth areas, and staff development. Danny graduated from Staffordshire University in 2016, and has previous experience writing for the Birmingham Mail and Macclesfield Town FC. Based in Staffordshire, Danny played an influential role in growing MOT Leeds News into one of the biggest independent websites providing Leeds content. Danny has covered the club extensively – including the memorable days under Marcelo Bielsa and subsequent promotion to the Premier League. He has since documented the club's relegation to the Championship, takeover of the club by 49ers Enterprises, play-off heartbreak at Wembley in 2024, and memorable return to the top flight under Daniel Farke in the 2024-25 campaign.
Mark Smith
Going to your first game the year Leeds were first relegated from the Premier League was tough, but it prepared Mark for the rollercoaster years that followed. Being a season ticket holder for over 20 years from Wakefield, there isn't much he has missed. Mark played a key role in the launch of MOT Leeds News, starting while Marcelo Bielsa was pushing Leeds to the Premier League with specialised coverage.
Pete Hanson
Pete Hanson is the Head of Editorial Standards for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a vast background in sports journalism and data analysis, Pete provides expertise in talent development, strategy planning, and new content strands for all things Leeds United. Based in Sheffield, Pete has previously worked for PA Media, Sporting News, and Stats Perform, after earning a Masters in Sports Journalism from Sheffield Hallam University.
Daniel Lewis
Daniel Lewis is an Assistant Editor for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Dan provides expert statistical analysis on Leeds United – specialising on data deep dives and trending topics. Based in Barry, Dan has previously worked for Sports Mole and Stats Perform after graduating from the University of South Wales.
MOT Leeds News Experts
Keith Hackett
We are delighted to welcome Keith Hackett, one of the top 100 referees of all time, as our new columnist. Keith's refereeing career spanned over 19 years as he officiated in the Football League and Premier League and was FIFA listed for 10 years. From FA Cup finals to the European Championships and the from the PGMOL to writing books, it's harder to find anyone who knows more about refereeing than Keith.
Contributors
Declan Carr
Declan Carr is a senior football writer for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Declan provides expertise in breaking news and long-form analytical content on Leeds United. Based in Liverpool, Declan has previously worked for Sports Mole and Vavel, after graduating from Liverpool John Moores in 2024 with a Masters in Sports journalism.
Aheed Abrar
Aheed Abrar is a Senior Football Writer for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Aheed provides expert coverage and exclusive content on all transfer-related topics at Leeds United. Based in Sheffield, Aheed has previously worked at Milkiyat, Youth Ki Awaaz, and FFO Sports publishing, after gaining a Masters in Sports journalism from Sheffield Hallam University.
Cameron Smith
Cameron Smith is a writer for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Cameron is an expert on statistical analysis and data deep dives, providing extensive coverage of Leeds United's style of play. Based in Staffordshire, Cameron has previously worked for Football League World, Bulinews.com, and Vaval, and graduated from Birmingham City University in the summer of 2025.
Daniel Davis
Dan Davis a football writer for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With an extensive background in sports journalism and university lecturing, Dan provides expert coverage in breaking news, transfer stories, and deep-dive data pieces for Leeds United. Based in Tunbridge Wells, Dan has lengthy experience in the industry having held roles at Reach PLC, GRV Media, and GiveMeSport, after graduating from Bournemouth University in 2019.
Jacob Raw
Jacob Raw is a football writer for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Jacob provides specialism in long-form opinion and deep-dive content on all the goings on at Leeds United. Based in Middlesbrough, Jacob has previously worked for the Northern Echo and Durham Cricket Club, after graduation from Teesside University in September 2025.
James Barker
James Barker is a senior writer on MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, James provides expertise in statistical analysis and long-form opinion pieces on all the major events at Leeds United. Based in Durham, James has previously worked for Football League World where he had editing responsibility, having graduated from the University of Sunderland in the summer of 2024.
Josh Edwards
Josh Edwards is a senior football writer for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Josh provides expert analysis and breaking news of all the major transfers at Leeds United. Josh is based in Durham, and has previously worked for FanHub and the Sunderland Echo, after graduating from Sunderland University in July 2004.
Max Wilkins
Max is a senior football writer on MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Max's area of expertise is in gaining exclusive content, as well as writing deep-dive statistical analysis. Based in Birmingham, Max has previously worked for GRV Media and Vavel, and gained a degree from the University of Derby in 2023.
Richie Mills
Richie Mills is a football writer at MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in news and sports journalism, Richie provides valuable expertise in engagement content, and long-form opinion pieces on Leeds United. Based in London, he has previously worked for the likes of Goal and Wardle Whittell Agency, and gained his sports journalism diploma from News Associates in Wimbledon.
Samuel Fabre
Samuel was hired to the writing team at Breaking Media in August 2025, having graduated from Bournemouth University earlier that summer. During his studies, Samuel gained work experience with Get Football Group and Trill Magazine. Based in Oxford, Sam has covered Leeds extensively since joining the company, with a laser focus on preview and matchday build-up content.
Scott Mason
Scott Mason is a football writer for MOT Leeds News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, Scott provides expertise in data content, opinion piece, and general news gathering for all the major goings on at Leeds United. Based in Dubin, Scott previously worked for GamingINTEL and GRV Media, and gained a degree in sports journalism from the University of Wolverhampton in 2022.