Volume 9 (2015) of the Journal of Qualitative Research in Sports Studies (JQRSS) comprises papers from first-time authors alongside more experienced writers, all wishing to share their ideas stemming from primary research or through critical discussion articles. A glance down the contents page reveals a range of contributions which may be informative and thought provoking for people at different points on their journey through education. Reviewers' comments have been incorporated at the end of papers with a view to stimulating further discussion about a given topic or research idea. A thematic trend across papers in JQRSS volume 9 is the notable presence of people in the research; their voices which can almost be heard through the writing. This is achieved through a narrative style, integrating dialogue to present and analyse data. In a few papers this is supplemented with images.