2022 news
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes win European Cross Country medals
There were eight past and present º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes in action at the European Cross Country Championships in Turin, Italy on Saturday 17 December, where Great Britain & Northern Ireland topped the overall medal table.
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Medals galore for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ badminton athletes
The English National Championships took place at the National Badminton Centre, Milton Keynes on 10 and 11 December with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes bringing home a total of 6 medals.
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England Rugby icon receives honorary degree from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ
England Rugby Women’s captain Sarah Hunter MBE has been awarded an honorary degree from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ.
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Lightning successful in Allianz Premier 15s tender process for 2023-24 season onwards
The RFU can confirm that º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning have been offered a place in the Allianz Premier 15s competition from the 2023-24 season, subject to the signing of shareholder and other agreements.
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Ultra X co-founder trains for success with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Physiology services (VIDEO)
Sam Heward, an Ultra Runner and co-founder of Ultra X, has shared his experience of undergoing physiology testing at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ in order to improve his running performance.
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Lightning Netball confirm two training partner additions to 2023 squad
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball are pleased to reveal that Lightning stalwart Lauren Nicholls and rising academy talent Alex Johnson will join the squad for 2023 as additional training partners.
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Alumnus Donaldson appointed Head of Para Sport
Alumnus Alasdair Donaldson has been appointed º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s new Head of Para Sport.
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Wonderful Wiffen breaks yet more Irish records
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ swimmer Daniel Wiffen continued his remarkable recent form to break two new Irish records at the 2022 Scottish National Championships in Edinburgh.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ selected as new England Athletics Talent Hub
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has announced a new partnership with England Athletics that will see it become a new national Talent Hub.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ agrees ground-breaking partnership with West Ham United Women (VIDEO)
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has become the official higher education partner of West Ham United Women – the first partnership of its kind in the Barclays Women's Super League.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport extends partnership with Computacenter
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport are delighted to confirm that its long-standing partnership with Computacenter has been extended.
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Lightning Wheelchair Basketball announce fixtures for 2023 season
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball will open their 2023 campaign at home on the 29th January as they host Worcester Wolves in the Women’s Premier League.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ welcomes UK Athletics new Performance Innovation Centre
Senior colleagues at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ have welcomed the announcement of UK Athletics’ new Performance Innovation Centre, a move that will help cement Birmingham’s Commonwealth Games legacy.
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Wiffen breaks Irish record as º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ dominate BUCS Short Course Championships
Current student Daniel Wiffen stormed to a new Irish record in the men’s 800m freestyle as º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ swimmers dominated the British Universities & Colleges (BUCS) Short Course Championships in Sheffield.
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Glasspool appears at the end of year ATP finals in Turin
Lloyd Glasspool, tennis player and current º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student, has appeared at the ATP finals in Turin, Italy.
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Heartbreak for England in World Cup final
England suffered heartbreak in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final as New Zealand edged a thrilling encounter 34-31 in front of a world-record crowd in Auckland.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ extends its partnership with premium sportswear brand Kukri
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is thrilled to announce a multi-year contract extension with premium sportswear brand Kukri.
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Nicholls selected to represent Great Britain for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals
Alumna and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-based tennis player Olivia Nicholls has been selected to play in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals as part of the Great Britain team.
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Lightning football Head Coach steps down for new role at the FA
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Women’s Head Coach Issy Martin will step down from her current position to take on a new challenge with the FA.
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Hansson wins silver at FINA World Cup
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ swimmer Louise Hansson continued her fine recent form to take silver at the FINA World Cup in Toronto.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students named as training partners to complete Lightning’s 2023 squad
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball has revealed that º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students Clara Miles, Bella Baylis, and Molly Hole will complete Lightning’s 2023 Netball Super League squad as training partners.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students added to UK Sport Paralympic World Class Programme
British Athletics has announced its nominations onto the UK Sport Paralympic World Class Programme (WCP) for 2022/23, which includes 14 º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students, alumni and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-based athletes.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Basketball and Leicester Riders strengthen relationship
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Basketball and the Leicester Riders have strengthened their working relationship ahead of the new British Basketball League campaign.
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Sweet sixteen for World Cup bound Lightning players
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning will be well represented at the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup with 16 of its players set to appear on the sport’s biggest stage.
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Researchers attend exclusive NFL event at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Researchers from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ visited Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this week to witness first-hand the NFL’s International Combine.
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Nine star-studded sportspeople inducted into the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport Hall of Fame
On 30 September 2022, nine alumni were inducted into the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport Hall of Fame. The event returned following a three-year break and also honoured three people with Distinguished Alumni Awards.
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Lightning complete 2023 line-up with star studded shooting quartet
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning’s 2023 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) squad is now complete with the announcement of returners Mary Cholhok, Emma Thacker, Suzie Liverseidge, and new recruit Rhea Dixon.
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Ace coach Phillips joins LUNTA
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) has appointed Morgan Phillips as its new Academy Coach.
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Lightning confirm defensive signings for new season
Lightning Netball has further bolstered their 2023 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) squad today with confirmation that Alice Harvey, Fran Williams, Jas Odeogberin and Zan Vimbela will all return to make up the team’s defensive unit.
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Lightning midcourt quartet return for new campaign
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning have kick-started their 2023 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) signing window today, with confirmation that 2022 midcourt quartet Nat Panagarry, Hannah Joseph, Beth Cobden and Hannah Williams will all return to the purple dress next season.
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Lightning players selected for Vitality Roses
Six º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning players have been selected in the latest Vitality Roses squad, including a first senior international call-up for Alice Harvey.
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Cachia joins º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ as new Women’s Hockey Performance Head Coach
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is delighted to announce the appointment of Jamie Cachia as its new Women’s Hockey Performance Head Coach.
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Hansson wins stunning gold in Rome as more º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ medals claimed
Louise Hansson student continued her fine form on the international stage by winning gold in the 100m butterfly at the European Aquatics Championships.
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Wilby crowned European champion as º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes impress in Rome
James Wilby’s incredible sporting summer continued in style as he claimed 200m breaststroke gold at the European Aquatics Championships in Rome.
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Strong º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletics contingent heading to European Championships
On the eve of the athletics getting underway at the Commonwealth Games, British Athletics have today announced the 115-strong Great Britain and Northern Ireland team set to compete at the European Championships on the 15th – 21st August in Munich, Germany, with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-linked athletes making up over a quarter of the team set to take on the best in Europe.
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Alumna Earps helps England storm to Euro 2022 final following impressive semi-final performance
The UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 tournament is drawing to a close – and one key player you’ll be seeing in the final is º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumna, England goalkeeper Mary Earps.
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Lightning Football agree season long loan with Leicester City Academy Graduates
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning football has agreed a season-long loan and dual registration with Barclays Women's Super League team Leicester City’s Academy Graduates.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ launches dedicated website for the Commonwealth Games
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s dedicated website for the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games is now live.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumnus Wightman wins stunning World Championship gold
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumnus Jake Wightman produced a stunning performance in the Men’s 1500m to win gold at the World Championships in Eugene, Oregon.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ win yet another BUCS title with record points haul
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has continued its dominance at British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) by winning an unprecedented 41st consecutive title.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ at the World Athletics Championships – Days 1 – 3
The World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon started on the 15th July, with a strong representation from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student creates support hub for young athletes and their parents (VIDEO)
A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student has created a ground-breaking online platform that supports athletes and parents with wellbeing.
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Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay - meet the Batonbearers!
Excitement is building as the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay is set to arrive on campus on Monday (11 July) as its official º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ tour starts from the University.
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County cricketers experience “rollercoaster†of mental health experiences – new study
County cricketers across England experience a “rollercoaster†of mental health emotions throughout their career, a new study has found.
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NFL stars touchdown in º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ
A cast of stars from the NFL have descended on campus as the University and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ College kick-started a new partnership with the American football giant.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students selected to compete at World Championships
Thirteen º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ past and present students have been selected to compete for Great Britain & Northern Ireland at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Oregon, USA taking place between the 15th – 24th July.
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Tokyo Olympic medallist commits to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Swimming has strengthened its roster yet further with the arrival of USA Olympic silver medallist, Paige Madden.
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Bradshaw secures World Championships qualification at 2022 UK Athletics Championships
Olympic pole vault bronze medallist and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ scholar Holly Bradshaw (coach: Scott Simpson) won the UK Championships this weekend, securing her automatic selection to compete at the World Athletics Championships next month.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-linked Women’s Hockey players set for Commonwealth Games
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-linked Women’s Hockey players are once again set for the global stage as the home nations have confirmed their squads for the Commonwealth Games.
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Para Sport sculpture inspired by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athlete unveiled
A sculpture celebrating para athletes has been unveiled in Birmingham as part of the lead-up to the Commonwealth Games.
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Experts in Sport: Leadership in sport
Strong leadership in sport is vital for success but in practice how does this look and how is it achieved?
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students’ Athletic Union set to transition to the Sport Development Centre
Over the past few years, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students’ Athletic Union (AU) has developed an increasingly diverse sporting offering (delivered through its Athletic Union Clubs) alongside experiencing a rapid expansion of members. As a result of this continued expansion, the Athletic Union has been placed under increasing pressure to facilitate the demand for support, resources, and access to professional expertise all whilst the staff resource available has remained much the same.
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Can football enhance the lives of refugees? – new study
A new project from researchers at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is set to investigate how football may improve the lives of refugees.
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Lightning’s Beth Cobden named in Team England’s Netball Commonwealth Games squad
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning’s Beth Cobden has been selected as part of Team England’s netball squad to take part in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games this summer.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ tennis contingent set for Wimbledon
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ will have a large presence at Wimbledon this month as several of its athletes are set to compete at the major Grand Slam event.
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Lecturer embarks on rowing challenge
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ lecturer Dr Danny Longman will attempt to break the existing world record for rowing across the Black Sea in the quickest time.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and Le Col agree strategic partnership
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has agreed a strategic partnership with leading performance cycling brand, Le Col.
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Olympians aiming to make a splash with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Swimming
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Swimming has secured a major coup as two current Olympians have agreed to join its ranks.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers collaborate with FIFA on artificial pitch testing (VIDEO)
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers have collaborated with international governing body giant FIFA to bring artificial pitch testing into the modern era.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and SIS Pitches partner to bring sustainable pitch to campus
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and its long-standing partner SIS Pitches have collaborated to bring a fully sustainable pitch to campus.
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Lightning boss Burgess proud despite narrow defeat
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning head coach Vic Burgess remains proud of her squad despite Sunday’s narrow defeat in the Vitality Netball Superleague Grand Final.
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Hollis and Kearney set for World Para Swimming Championships
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-based swimmer James Hollis has been joined by Tully Kearney as the pair complete their final preparations for the World Para Swimming Championships in Madeira, Portugal.
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Holland takes on new challenge with England Hockey
Brett Holland, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Women's Hockey Performance Head Coach, will take on a new challenge in international hockey.
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Lightning Netball edged out by league leaders in round 20
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball succumbed to a disappointing 63-71 defeat over Manchester Thunder in a top of the table clash on Monday night.
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A day of high drama unfolds at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International
Spectators witnessed an action-packed day of top-class athletics as º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International (LIA) once again opened its doors to the public this Sunday (May 22).
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ continues its pledge to clean sport
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has once again pledged its continued commitment to clean sport.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ tennis players set for French Open berth
Two tennis players from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ have been selected to compete at this year’s French Open in Paris.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ look to take home advantage at the 2022 º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International
A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ team that contains Olympians, GB Internationals and multiple BUCS medallists is set to take on the best of British this Sunday in the annual º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball crowned champions
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has made history by winning the inaugural Women’s Premier League title.
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Record crowd sees Lightning secure victory at Franklin's Gardens
Under clear blue skies, on a baking hot day, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning scorched the hallowed turf at Franklin’s Gardens as they came face to face with an all-star Harlequins team.
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ParalympicsGB star Young set to light up º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International
Paralympic Games gold-medallist Thomas Young has confirmed his place at this year’s º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday 22 May 2022.
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Lightning Netball secure home semi-final with win over Team Bath
Heading into Round 17, Lightning faced Team Bath, who occupied 4th place in the Superleague table. Despite Mary Cholhok still sidelined with injury, the home crowd were in full force to cheer on Vic Burgess’ team.
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Lightning’s Six Nations heroes set for Franklin's Gardens clash
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning will welcome back its victorious Women’s Six Nations players for Saturday’s landmark clash versus Harlequins Women at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers to collaborate with leading Universities in Australia
Researchers at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ have reached an agreement to work closely with colleagues from both the University of Sydney and the University of Queensland.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student secures dream NFL move
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student Adedayo Odeleye has earned a dream move to the Houston Texans in the NFL as part of the 2022 International Player Pathway program.
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Experts in Sport: Sustainability and climate change
In the latest Experts in Sport podcast, guests Dr Maddy Orr and Dr Russell Seymour, provide an informative discussion on sport, climate change and sustainability.
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Lightning stars selected for Vitality Roses 2022-23 Programme
Six º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning players have been included in the latest 24-strong England Netball programme.
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NFL Academy to move operations to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ
The National Football League’s UK-based NFL Academy will relocate to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ College and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ for the start of the 2022-23 academic year, it was announced today.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball edge closer to play-offs with victory over Rhinos
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning secured another victory on the road on Friday night with a convincing 71 – 56 win over northeast side Leeds Rhinos.
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Mackenzie called up by England Hockey senior women’s squad
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Lorna Mackenzie has been called up by England Hockey senior women’s squad for this weekend’s FIH Hockey Pro League games away to USA.
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Lightning Cricket tickets now on sale
Tickets for Lightning Cricket’s 2022 home fixtures are now on sale with supporters urged to take advantage of special ticket prices.
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Alumnus appointed new º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Rugby Programme Manager
James Gallagher, a recent º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ graduate, has been appointed as the University’s new Rugby Programme Manager.
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Lightning grind out win in opening game of Easter weekend bonanza
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning fought hard to secure a 57 – 54 victory over Surrey Storm in the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) on Saturday afternoon after an intense battle on court.
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Academy Tennis stars gain clean sweep on the National stage
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ National Tennis Academy is celebrating a full trophy haul after claiming victory in all four categories of the LTA Junior National Under 18s Championships last week.
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Javelin legend Backley inspires º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ throwers
Last weekend saw the return of one of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s greatest sporting alumni as former javelin world record holder Steve Backley visited campus.
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Lightning Netball get back to winning ways with victory over Leeds Rhinos
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning ground out a second win in as many days on Monday night with a 62 - 54 victory over Leeds Rhinos.
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Lightning set for Franklin’s Gardens return
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Rugby will return to cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens for their upcoming Allianz Premier 15s match versus Harlequins Women.
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Lightning Netball’s unbeaten run comes to an end with defeat to Thunder
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning’s unbeaten run came to a halt on Monday night after visitors and league leaders Manchester Thunder recorded a 61-66 victory over the home side.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers to collaborate with the Gaelic Players Association
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has teamed up with The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) – the official representative body for Gaelic football, hurling and camogie county players – to explore the role thinking styles and identity can have on inter-county players’ well-being over a competitive season.
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Lightning rugby stars gear up for Women’s Six Nations
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning will have thirteen players representing their country on the international stage as the Tiktok Women's Six Nations gets underway on Saturday 26 March.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hockey players receive World Cup call-up
Five º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hockey players have been selected to represent their country at the upcoming FIH Women’s Junior World Cup in South Africa.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ review highlights opportunities created by disability-inclusive sport
A study examining the Flyerz hockey programme has revealed how taking an actively inclusive approach to sport can result in widespread benefit for players and their communities.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ awarded £1 million research grant
A research team from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has been awarded a £1 million grant to deliver the second phase of the 2020 CRACK IT Challenges.
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Brock-Taylor ruled out of Lightning’s 2022 season
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball have announced that young mid-courter Georgie Brock-Taylor has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague after sustaining an injury to her knee.
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Professor Skinner to speak at key international event
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London’s Professor James Skinner has been invited to speak at the Inaugural Sports Diplomacy Dialogue in Australia.
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A tribute to Eric Robertson
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eric Robertson who studied International Business and graduated in 2018.
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Experts in Sport: former chairman of IMG Media reveals his career secrets
In the latest º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Experts in Sport podcast, Michel Masquelier explains his career path from intern to chairman of IMG Media – the world's largest independent producer and distributor of sports programming.
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Borthwick and O'Donnell to join fellow º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes in Belgrade
Tokyo Olympians Emily Borthwick and Chris O’Donnell will be joining the eight º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes competing for their respective countries at the World Indoor Athletics Championships taking place on the 18th – 20th March in Belgrade, Serbia.
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Sawiuk appointed as º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s new Director of Football
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has appointed Rebecca Sawiuk as its new Director of Football.
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Success for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ cyclists at the National Track Championships
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ cyclists enjoyed a successful National Track Championships that included brilliant title wins for both Joe Truman and Morgan Newberry.
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Scarratt recalled by England after injury lay off
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning’s Emily Scarratt has been included in England’s 40-player training squad for the 2022 TikTok Women’s Six Nations.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball to raise money for PRIDE
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball will host a charity match on Sunday 13th March to raise vital funds for local LGBT+ charity, Leicester LGBT Centre.
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Lightning Netball continue dominant form with victory over Saracens Mavericks
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning made it five wins from five in the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) on Saturday night with a dominant 71 – 47 victory over Saracens Mavericks in front over over 1000 home fans.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ to host inaugural Black in Sport Summit
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is thrilled to announce that it will host the inaugural Black in Sport Summit (BISS) – with the aim of inspiring students from all backgrounds to strive for excellence.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes Belgrade bound
A total of eight current and former º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students have been selected to compete for their respective countries at the World Indoor Championships taking place in Belgrade, Serbia, on the 18th – 20th March.
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Experts in Sport: Alumnus and former Financial Controller at City Football Group tells his story
The latest Experts in Sport podcast sees º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumnus Neill Wood explain how he became Financial Controller at City Football Group (CFG).
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ success at UK Winter Long Throws Championships
This weekend saw the inaugural UK Winter Long Throws Championships take place, the sister event of the UK Indoor Championships.
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Olympic medallist Langridge to offer expertise to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Badminton
Great Britain’s Olympic bronze medallist Chris Langridge has joined º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Badminton as its new part-time coach.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes triumph at BUCS Indoor Athletics
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students produced some stunning performances at the BUCS Indoors Championships, bringing back 27 medals from 32 events to become convincing men’s and women’s Indoor Athletics Champions once more.
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Lightning Netball stomp out Storm with confident victory on the road
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning secured a sensational 72 - 56 win over Surrey Storm on Monday night in round four of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning secure historic win at Franklin’s Gardens
Allianz Premier 15s side º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning beat Exeter in their first ever game at Franklin’s Gardens, home of the Northampton Saints. Lightning, who agreed a strategic partnership with Saints in September 2021, were quick to showcase their exciting brand of rugby in front of several thousand enthusiastic supporters.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers to support clean sport initiatives in Para sport
Researchers from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ will embark on a collaborative project to support clean sport initiatives in Para sport.
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Computacenter confirmed as Lightning Wheelchair Basketball’s headline sponsor
Computacenter, the leading independent technology business, has been confirmed as Lightning Wheelchair Basketball’s headline sponsor.
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Five º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students selected for FISU World University Cross Country Championships
After a successful BUCS cross country campaign, five º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students have been selected to compete for GB Students at the FISU World University Cross Country Championships in Aveiro, Portugal on Saturday 12 March 2022.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning to play first ever game at cinch Stadium, Franklins Gardens
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning are gearing up to take to the field at cinch Stadium, Franklins Gardens, the home of Northampton Saints, for the first time on 19th February.
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Lightning Netball strike twice in triumphant return home
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning returned home for the first time since 2020 on Saturday night, securing a resounding 65 - 37 victory over visitors Celtic Dragons in round three of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL).
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Kirsty Walker cruises to BUCS Cross Country victory
It has been two years since the last BUCS Cross Country Championships in Edinburgh in 2020, but after coming away with individual and team wins at this year’s edition in Horsenden Hill, Middlesex on the 5th February, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ proved it had been well worth the wait.
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New study reveals the true impact of COVID-19 on sport
Researchers from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London have released a new report that outlines the impact and future challenges for sport following COVID-19.
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Lightning kick start 2022 campaign with victory over London Pulse
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Netball secured a resounding 61-50 win over London Pulse on Saturday in the opening round of the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL).
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students set to appear at Under-20 Six Nations
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ will be well represented at the Under-20 Six Nations Championships with four of its students set to play for both England and Wales rugby.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Men’s football side on verge of Wembley visit
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Men’s football side are just three games away from Wembley after a remarkable run in the Buildbase FA Vase.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hockey duo to make England men’s debut
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hockey duo James Mazarelo and Stuart Rushmere are in line to earn their first caps for England senior men, having been named in England’s FIH Pro League squad to face Spain.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ brings world-first course for elite athlete wellbeing to Europe
The world’s first course for professionals who are responsible for the whole-person wellbeing of elite athletes has been launched in Europe.
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Coldwell checks in as Lightning Cycling announce strong squad for new campaign
British international triathlete Sophie Coldwell will compete for Lightning Cycling in next year’s racing calendar as the franchise announced its full line-up ahead of the new campaign.
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Griffiths to join star-studded Lightning Wheelchair Basketball line-up
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball have bolstered their squad with the addition of five-time Paralympic Games star, Clare Griffiths.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumnus appointed Lightning’s new Regional Director of Women’s Cricket
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumnus, James Cutt, has been appointed Lightning’s new Regional Director of Women’s Cricket.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ athletes selected for home nations in Commonwealth year
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-based athletes have been selected to compete for their respective home nations at the new DNA Indoor athletics competition in Glasgow on the 5th February.
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Slippery Slopes: How Climate Change is threatening the 2022 Winter Olympics
Climate change is threatening the Winter Olympics and the future of snow sports by making conditions much more dangerous to athletes and participants, finds a new report.
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Lightning Cricket fixtures announced for season ahead
Lightning Cricket will open their 2022 campaign at home on the 14th May as they host Northern Diamonds in the Charlotte Edwards Cup.
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Heavyweight Olympic medallist boxer Clarke to train at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport has landed a knockout blow as heavyweight Olympic bronze medallist Frazer Clarke has chosen the University as his new training base.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hockey pair added to GB women’s roster
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hockey duo Olivia Hamilton and Miriam Pritchard have been added to the Great Britain women’s programme for the Paris 2024 cycle.
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Olympian alumnus hoping to be elected to the IOC Athletes’ Commission
Two-time Olympian Seyi Smith is working to lead Olympians from around the world in the battle against the issue of climate change.
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Allen departs º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ for Japan
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Director of Football, Richard Allen, will embark on a new challenge with Yokohoma FC in Japan as he departs the University after four successful years.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ graduate Billings makes England Men’s Test debut in Australia
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumnus Sam Billings made his England Men’s cricket Test debut overnight in the fifth Ashes Test in Hobart, Australia.
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Working at the 2019 London Marathon
On the 28th April 2019, one of our physios, Ashni, headed to the Capital as part of the London Marathon’s official medical team, with her massage oil, hand gel and sick bags packed. Here she shares her story of her day.
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Striding into the New Year – How to Plan Your Training to Meet Your Running Goals
After an indulgent Christmas period, you may be itching to get into your running shoes and start the New Year right. Whether you're kickstarting your fitness journey or preparing for your next big race, setting yourself a target is a great way to set your motivation for the year ahead. After all, people who make New year's resolutions are 10 times more likely to achieve their goals than people who don't, according to professor of psychology, Dr John C. Norcross.
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Winter Running Tips from an Olympic Marathoner
With the harsher winter weather now greeting us every morning, you could be forgiven for choosing the comfort of a warm bed over a dark, damp morning run. But this doesn’t have to be the case. In fact, you could even, dare-we-say-it, enjoy winter running, and who better to heed advice from than double Olympic marathoner, Kevin Seaward. With a personal best of 2:10:09 in the event, he certainly knows what he’s talking about.
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Moving for Mental Health: report calls for cross-Government strategy to use physical activity and sport to help tackle the mental health and wellbeing emergency
A joint report from the Sport for Development Coalition and Mind has recommended initiating a new cross-Government strategy to strengthen the use of physical activity and sport to support mental health and wellbeing following the Covid-19 pandemic.
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New British Wheelchair Basketball Women’s Premier League to be broadcast live
British Wheelchair Basketball has today announced that the BBC will show eight games live across the inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League.
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Lightning and Saints to play double header in February
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning and Northampton Saints will play a double header of Allianz Premier 15s and Gallagher Premiership fixtures at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens on Saturday 19 February.
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Alumnus raises over £9k after completing Marathon des Sables
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ alumnus, Fadie Shamoon, has raised over £9,000 for charity after completing the gruelling Marathon des Sables in Morocco.