Sport at Loughborough University

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We are ranked as the world's number one University for sport-related academia by the QS Rankings.

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Home to the country's largest concentration of world-class facilities across a wide range of sports.

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News

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Aine Staunton signs for Lightning

Loughborough Lightning are thrilled to welcome versatile back Aine Staunton to their roster ahead of the 20/21 season.

22 September 2020

Sarah Bryce scores 136* as Lightning finish on a high in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy.

Lightning finish the Rachael Heyhoe flint trophy on a high as they clinch the win against Central Sparks at Grace road. A score of 136* from Sarah Bryce lead the team to a tournament all time high score of 303 and to a final victory of the 2020 season.

19 September 2020

Goulden signs for Lightning

Loughborough Lightning are thrilled to announce that Lizzie Goulden will be joining the squad ahead of the 2020/21 season.

16 September 2020

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Physiotherapy Clinic

Highly experienced team helping with pains and injuries

Physiology

Enhancing your training and optimising your performance

Coaching and Volunteering

Enhancing student experience and personal development

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We are proud of our extensive sporting partnerships

Loughborough Lightning

The Loughborough Lightning franchise brings world class female sport to campus with its three squads. This is your chance to come and support us at our fantastic, family friendly events.

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National sports partners

Loughborough University is the hub for sport in the UK, with a number of sports governing bodies choosing to base themselves at our East Midlands campus.