News
-
Loughborough Women's MCCU depart for Spain
On the 9th April, 12 of our MCCU women's players head out to Desert Springs for a 5-day preseason training camp ahead of a busy summer of cricket.
-
Loughborough Students Basketball Crowned 4-Peat Champions
Loughborough Students Basketball have cemented their on-court prowess winning the BUCS Championship for the fourth consecutive year. The side faced the University of East London in the concluding match of the annual BUCS Big Wednesday securing the crown 90-82.
-
Thunder, Bath and Lightning qualify for Fast5 All-Stars
Manchester Thunder, Loughborough Lightning and Team Bath have all sealed their place at the 2019 British Fast5 Netball All-Stars Championship to join defending champions Wasps Netball at the Copper Box Arena, London on Saturday, October 12.
-
6 Loughborough Golds and 3 Silvers rounds off BUCS Big Wednesday
Loughborough students put in some valiant performances last Wednesday at the annual BUCS Big Wednesday, winning six golds and three silvers to add crucial BUCS points to the current table.
-
Three Loughborough Students selected for England Universities
Loughborough students’ football are proud to announce three members have been selected to represent England Universities.
-
Lightning’s semi-final clash with Harlequins confirmed
Today it has been confirmed that Lightning will take on second place Harlequins Ladies in the knock-out semi-final at Twickenham Stoop on Sunday 14th April 2019 at 2pm.
-
Lightning Netball come from behind to secure victory in top four clash
Loughborough Lightning stole the show on Saturday night claiming their seventh win in a row with a 54 – 49 victory over Saracens Mavericks.
-
Clinical Lightning claim final league victory as they prepare for play-offs
With play-offs against Harlequins only two weeks away, Lightning were looking to end the final game of the TP15’s league well prepared with a final win under their belts.
-
BUCS Big Wednesday: Loughborough Men’s Tennis steal the victory after gruelling test
Loughborough Men's Tennis team claimed BUCS Gold on Wednesday afternoon after a long gruelling test against Sterling University.
-
BUCS BIG Wednesday: Loughborough Women's Tennis claim Gold
Loughborough Women's Tennis soared to victory on Wednesday morning, claiming Championship Gold in the annual BUCS Big Wednesday finals day.
-
Heartbreak for Women’s Football as Northumbria clinch 3-2 win
Loughborough Students Women’s football have had a tough few seasons fighting off relegation worries to remain in the BUCS Premier North. It’s been seven years since the side have reached a cup final and went into yesterday’s gold medal clash as definite underdogs desperate to cause upset.
-
Rugby Midlands Conference Cup Finals Women’s BUCS 2 Preview
Loughborough Women’s 2nd BUCS team take on University of Warwick Women’s 1st at the Loughborough University 1st XV rugby pitch tomorrow afternoon, kick off at 4 pm in the Midlands Conference Cup Finals.
-
Rugby Midlands Conference Cup Finals Men’s BUCS 4 Preview
Loughborough Men’s BUCS 4th team take on De Montfort University Men’s 1st at the Loughborough University 1st XV rugby pitch tomorrow night, kick off at 7 pm in the Midlands Conference Cup Finals.
-
Nine Loughborough Teams Progress to BUCS Big Wednesday
Ahead of the BUCS Big Wednesday finals taking place at the University of Nottingham, this article previews the teams representing the African Violet across the nine gold medal opportunities.
-
Nottingham Varsity ends in stalemate
On Wednesday our Intramural Sport teams made the trip over to Nottingham to compete in their annual IMS Varsity. Last year was the first year Loughborough suffered a loss, so this year the Loughborough cohort were striving to take back the IMS Varsity crown.
-
A final flourish from Saracens Women denies Lightning fairy tale win
It was a resolute Lightning side that took to the pitch at Loughborough this afternoon as they looked to keep a clean sheet at home against Saracens Women.
-
Loughborough University hosts the footballing stars of tomorrow
The next Lionel Messi could be set to grace Loughborough University as it plays host to major tournament matches for UEFA.
-
Lightning Rugby take on table toppers Saracens as the TP15s returns after International break
Following a seven-week break during the 2019 Six Nations Championship, Lightning look to strike the top of the table, as they host Saracens Women, in a triple header day of action at Loughborough this Saturday.
-
Loughborough Students reflect on an inspiring Santander Women In Football trip
Last week two Loughborough students; postgraduate Sport and Exercise Psychology student Carly Perry and final year Sport and Exercise Science student Rebecca Ruscoe, were selected to take part in an exclusive event to develop the future leaders of women in football.
-
Smith Double Secures Victory against Sporting Khalsa
Loughborough claimed all three points on Saturday as they beat Sporting Khalsa by two goals to nil at home. The 3 o’clock fixture saw The Scholars, who were down to 17th in the league after a succession of poor results, host 4th placed Sporting Khalsa. The commencement of the game was subject to a 10am pitch inspection which was suitably declared fit for the match.
-
Loughborough University plays pivotal role in the UK Paralympic Performance Conference
More than 200 leading Paralympic sport specialists gathered in Manchester earlier this month for the UK Paralympic Performance Conference, which was supported by Loughborough’s Peter Harrison Centre (PHC) for Disability Sport.
-
Lightning Netball claim last second victory in sensational comeback
Loughborough Lightning clinched a last second goal on Monday night, thus claiming a 60-59 victory over top of the table Wasps Netball.
-
Loughborough contingent help England storm to Six Nations grand slam
Loughborough Lightning played a key role as England women secured a comprehensive Six Nations grand slam at Twickenham.
-
Coach and Volunteer Academy shortlisted for award
The University’s Coach and Volunteer Academy (CVA) has been shortlisted for an award by Sport and Recreation Alliance. The CVA is one of three groups nominated for the Volunteer Award as part of the Community Sport and Recreation Awards.
-
Santander supports Loughborough University women football talent in getting ahead(er)
Two Loughborough University female footballers Carly Perry and Rebecca Ruscoe will embark on a trip of a lifetime to Barcelona’s legendary Camp Nou stadium in March as part of Santander UK’s initiative to support female talent in both their sporting and professional lives.
-
Lightning Netball make it four from four with confident win on the road
Loughborough Lightning claimed their fourth win in a row in Cardiff on Saturday, after a dominant display over home side Celtic Dragons, sealing a 70 - 57 win.
-
Alumna launches WBR Network to make visible stories of sportswomen breaking records
Last week, Loughborough University was named the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the third year running by QS Ranking. This sensational global sporting reputation has fuelled students past and present, in their ambitions to impact the sporting world and carry on the Loughborough legacy.
-
Beth Smith: How student volunteering helped me land my dream job
Current postgraduate student Beth Smith is living the dream balancing her Exercise Physiology MSc whilst working with the IRFU Sevens programme. Now in her fifth year at Loughborough University having completed her undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Beth reflects on how student volunteering has enhanced her skill set and allowed her to achieve her dream job.
-
Badminton smash BUCS Nationals
The BUCS Nationals Weekend came and went quickly this year, but you know what they say: time flies when you’re winning. This sentiment certainly rang true for Loughborough’s Badminton team who took gold in four out of five events over the three day tournament from 15th to the 17th February in Sheffield.
-
Number one in the world for sports-related subjects for third year running
Loughborough has been named the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the third year running by the global QS higher education league table.
-
Loughborough Students retain their BUCS Nationals indoor Legacy with Storming Success.
As Loughborough Students Athletics Club descended to the EIS in Sheffield last weekend, they proved just how much the hard work of being student-athletes pays off. With an impressive medal haul, Loughborough were named BUCS Indoor National champions.
-
Lightning Netball record second away win on the trot with victory over Surrey Storm
Loughborough Lightning finally broke their win loss chain with a defiant 66 – 50 victory over Surrey Storm on Saturday night.
-
Fencing strike twice at BUCS Nationals
The BUCS Nationals 2019 saw over 6000 students make their way to Sheffield last weekend to state their claim to an array of shining medallions. The competition floor was open to a set of eight individual sports, including fencing who secured two crucial medals for Loughborough.
-
Loughborough University appoints new Head of Para Sport
Loughborough University has appointed Nik Diaper as its new Head of Para Sport, the first role of its kind within higher education.
-
Player Profile: Carys Williams
Carys Williams, centre for both Loughborough Lightning and England Rugby, is going to be competing in her first Six Nations tournament this coming February. She already has three England Rugby caps, and received her full-time contract in January. We met her at the Elite Athlete Centre in Loughborough to ask a few questions ahead of the tournament.
-
Lightning Netball end Manchester Thunder’s unbeaten run with second half comeback
Loughborough Lightning secured their third win of the season on Saturday night, knocking Manchester Thunder from the top spot in doing so with a 65 – 60 victory.
-
BUCS Nationals Preview 2019
Loughborough are set to storm BUCS Nationals, with ultimate athletic prowess across multiple different sports; Swimming, Athletics, Fencing, Climbing, Karate, Judo, and Badminton.
-
BUCS Nationals Badminton Preview
The 2019 BUCS Nationals see strong Loughborough medal contenders in most of the badminton events.
-
Scholar’s Through to the Final in Thrilling 5-1 Win.
Tuesday night saw Loughborough University take on St Andrews FC in the Leicestershire FA Challenge Cup semi-final at the neutral ground, Holmes Park, the home to Leicester City U23s. Both teams ran out into the cold before the game and observed a minute’s silence to mark the passing of England legend Gordon Banks; The Scholar’s all wearing black armbands to respect the man who spent most of his career keeping goal for Leicester.
-
From Student Volunteer to Head of Women’s Football at Loughborough University
Loughborough Sport and Exercise Science student Sam James has spent hundreds of hours volunteering within our football programs developing himself and the club at the same time.
-
Lightning Netball’s clean home record is tarnished by impressive Team Bath side
Loughborough Lightning fell to defeat on Saturday night after visiting side Team Bath recorded a 50 – 75 win.
-
Scholars claim 3 points despite late scare
Loughborough University grabbed a valuable three points at the University stadium against Worcester City, despite a late surge from the visitors which saw a comfortable victory turn into a narrow escape. A goal apiece for captain Matty Crookes, forward Daniel Collins, Ben Last and Dan Hanson were enough in the end to secure the win.
-
Jatu hat trick settles extraordinary game
Loughborough’s Jermaine Jatu completed a hat trick in injury time to help set up a win over Chichester in an action packed cup game, which saw Loughborough reach the quarter finals of the BUCS trophy. There were six goals, a penalty, a couple of bookings, a red card, some feisty challenges and a delayed kick off, all making what was an intriguing game.
-
Lightning Netball keep their home record clean with win over Sirens
Loughborough Lightning sealed their second home win of the season on Saturday with a resounding performance over Strathclyde Sirens.
-
Loughborough smash English National Badminton Championships
Loughborough players once again proved that they are amongst the best in the country with a number of strong performances and results at the English Nationals in a very snowy Winchester at the weekend.
-
IMS Football Women’s Super Series Launched
Tuesday 5th February saw the launch of the IMS Football Women’s Super Series.
-
Lightning’s Scottish sirens look to make an impact in the Six Nations
With the Six Nations starting on the 1st February and the Premier 15’s taking a six-week break, we look at some familiar Lightning faces that you will see gracing our TV screens over the next few weeks for Scotland.
-
Naomi Matthews awarded debut Ireland selection
Loughborough University Sports Science and Maths student Naomi Matthews has been awarded her first senior place in the Ireland Cricket squad.
-
Lightning players look to strike at international level during upcoming Six Nations Series
With the Six Nations starting on the 1st February and the Premier 15’s taking a six-week break, we look at some familiar Lightning faces that you will see gracing our TV screens over the next few weeks.
-
Victoria Burgess: My fight with Cancer
Victoria Burgess is England Netball’s Roses Academy Head Coach, Head of Loughborough Lightning’s Performance Pathway Programme and Assistant Coach to Sara Bayman in Lightning Superleague coaching team this season.
-
Loughborough to host BUCS Tennis Super League weekend
This Saturday, Loughborough University will host the BUCS Tennis Super League which sees the top University tennis teams battle it out for those all-important BUCS points.
-
Scholars secure three points at Dunkirk
A second half goal from Jeremiah Dasaolu gave the scholars all three points as they travelled to second from bottom Dunkirk.
-
Lightning Netball suffer first away trip defeat
Loughborough Lightning took home a difficult defeat on Saturday night after a physical battle on the road with Saracens Mavericks clinching the 54 – 41 win in round three of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
-
Scarratt set to make Lightning debut against Worcester
Emily Scarratt will make her Loughborough Lightning and Tyrrells Premier 15’s debut this weekend, as the side head west to the Sixways Stadium to face Worcester Valkyries. The game forms part of a double header with the Lightning 2’s taking on Valkyries 2’s in the Development League.
-
Loughborough Riders win National Cup double
Loughborough Riders claimed both the men’s and women’s National Cups this weekend. It was the first time the men’s side had won the cup, continuing the success of recent times.
-
Loughborough Tennis Reflect on Australian Open Experience
Students from the Loughborough Tennis program have enjoyed an all expenses trip at the Australian Open this week.
-
Loughborough students benefiting from Hudl partnership
Loughborough University student Henry Melrose is making quite the impression during his year in industry with Leicester Tigers.
-
Late leveller earns Scholar’s point
A late header from captain Matty Crookes gave Loughborough University a hard fought point in their MFL Premier Division clash with Coventry United at the University stadium.
-
Clinical Lightning secure bonus point win
It was a clinical Lightning side that took to the pitch at Loughborough this afternoon, putting 14 tries past the Firwood Waterloo defence, securing a 76-8 bonus point win.
-
Akpobire double seals Semi Final spot
The scholars will go into the Semi-Finals of the Leicestershire & Rutland Challenge cup with confidence after a fine display against Anstey Nomads from the Future Lions United Counties League.
-
Lightning gear up for first home game of 2019 in the Tyrrells Premier 15s
After an impressive start to 2019, Lightning will look to keep their winning momentum as they welcome Firwood Waterloo Ladies to Loughborough University this Saturday.
-
Student Lizzie Neal selected for Team GB
After a successful assessment period with Team GB at Bisham Abbey, we are extremely excited to announce that Lizzie Neal is next Loughborough student to become a full-time senior international.
-
Loughborough Tennis depart for Australian Open
In November, Loughborough Tennis secured an all expenses trip to the Australian Open having won an international tournament in China which saw the best Universities in the world compete.
-
Setback for Scholars at Highgate United
Loughborough University travelled to Highgate United in the search of three points that would see the students leap frog their hosts into 15th. A defeat would see Highgate extend the gap between them and the bottom 5 clubs.
-
Lightning claim first win of 2019 in Vitality Netball Superleague
Over 700 dedicated netball fans were treated to a fierce encounter at Loughborough University on Saturday night which saw Lightning claim their first victory of the year over Severn Stars.
-
Scholars Come Away Empty Handed at Shepshed
Loughborough University were on the end of a 3-1 defeat at the hands local rivals Shepshed Dynamo.
-
Lloyd set to make Lightning debut in their first game of 2019
Scottish winger Rhona Lloyd will make her debut outing in the Tyrrells Premier 15’s and Loughborough Lightning this weekend, as the side head north to face DMP Sharks.
-
Loughborough Athletics cohort top the UK ‘top 12’ Merit Rankings
17 Loughborough students and alum have achieved top twelve status at 800m-Marathon in the UK Merit rankings at Olympic distances for 2018 compiled by Peter Matthews of the National Union of Athletics Statisticians and published in Athletics Weekly over Christmas.
-
Scholars Start New Year with 3 Points
Loughborough University produced a resolute display at home to claim a 3-2 victory over Stourport Swifts.
-
Lightning take a sting in opening round of Vitality Netball Superleague
Loughborough Lightning Netball kick-started their 2019 campaign this Saturday, taking on local rivals Wasps in front of a 5,000 strong crowd in Arena Birmingham.
-
Let Bayman’s Battle Begin: A season preview
With Loughborough Lightning’s opening match just hours away, the two-time grand finalists are looking ahead to a new season, new faces, new coaches and a new agenda for this year’s Vitality Netball Superleague.
-
Seven Lightning players awarded full time England contracts
Lightning Rugby are delighted to announce that seven players have been awarded full-time England contracts.
-
Scholars Suffer Boxing Day Defeat
Loughborough University slipped to a 3-2 defeat at local rivals Quorn AFC despite a late comeback.
-
Ugandan Mary Cholhok signs for Loughborough Lightning Netball
Loughborough Lightning Netball are delighted to unveil the signing of Ugandan goal shooter Mary Cholhok, who becomes the second Ugandan international to tread the floors of Loughborough University, after the recent departure of Peace Proscovia at the Superleague franchise.
-
Lightning lose out to Bristol Bears
It was not the result that Lightning would have wanted to end 2018, as they lost to Bristol Bears 14-18.
-
Worcester City Match Postponed
Worcester City Match Postponed
-
Lightning gear up for final clash of the year against Bristol Bears.
Lightning will head south west to Shaftesbury Park to face Bristol Bears in their final game of 2018 this Saturday.
-
Emily Scarratt signs on the dotted line for Lightning Rugby
Loughborough Lightning Rugby are excited to announce that England’s all-time leading point-scorer Emily Scarratt will be joining the squad.
-
Tarnowski named in 2019 Loughborough Lightning Netball side
Loughborough Lightning Netball are excited to reveal Caroline Tarnowski as their fourteenth player ahead of the impending 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
-
Loughborough Students and Alum star in Great Stirling International Cross-Country Line up
Two former and three current Loughborough University students have been selected to represent Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the Great Stirling International Cross-Country event on 12th January.
-
Olympic hockey gold medallists celebrated at winter graduation
Loughborough University celebrated the achievements of hundreds of students at its winter graduation ceremonies yesterday and awarded honorary degrees to four Olympic hockey gold medallists that have done wonders for the sport.
-
Loughborough netball stars cap off 2018 with Sports Personality success
Three Loughborough alumnae were part of the England Netball Team which took two awards at Sunday’s BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY).
-
Lightning return to winning ways
Lightning faced rivals Gloucester-Hartpury in round twelve of the Tyrells Premier 15s. Lightning were desperate to return to winning ways having suffered a difficult defeat on the road to Harlequins last weekend.
-
Lightning name squad for Gloucester-Hartpury Women clash
Lightning will look to put last week’s defeat to Harlequins behind them, as they gear up to take on Gloucester-Hartpury Women, in what promises to be an exciting match this Saturday.
-
Loughborough tennis star Ella Taylor takes British Tour Masters title
Loughborough University-based tennis star Ella Taylor took the British Tour Masters title at the weekend.
-
Scholars Match Abandoned with Waterlogged Pitch
Loughborough University Vs Coventry United was abandoned 49 minutes into the game on Saturday due to a waterlogged pitch.
-
Lightning gear up for Harlequins test
After returning to winning ways last week Loughborough Lightning Rugby will look to continue where they left off last weekend as they head south to face Harlequins Ladies. The game, which forms part of a double header with Lightning 2’s, who also take on Harlequins 2’s in the Development League, will be held on Saturday 8 December, kicking off at 12pm at Surrey Sports Park.
-
Last Seals Win for the Scholars at Long Eaton
Loughborough University made it back to back away wins in the MFL with a gritty performance at Long Eaton United.
-
Loughborough cyclists in record breaking form at BUCS Track Championships
This weekend saw yet another top class performance by Loughborough Cycling who led the way at the annual BUCS Track Championships, smashing two championships records en route to a five medal haul.
-
Lightning return to winning ways against Wasps
Lightning return to winning ways, putting in a dominant performance at home against 4th place Wasps. The final score came to 28-10, and the result reflected the clinical nature of the home side.
-
Loughborough Rugby scores Computacenter partnership
Loughborough Students Rugby Football Club (LSRFC) can today (1 December) unveil Computacenter as an official sponsor, the IT provider coming on board to support the biggest student rugby club in the country.
-
Lightning look to return to winning ways against Wasps
After their first defeat in the Tyrrells Premier 15s 2018/19 season last week, Lightning will look to return to winning ways as they take on Wasps Ladies at home. The game, which forms part of a double header with Loughborough Students RFC who take on Chinnor RFC in National One, will be held on the 1st December and kick off at 12pm on the 1st XV pitch on Epinal Way.
-
Top class tennis returns to Loughborough University
The British Tour Masters will return to Loughborough University Tennis Centre for the third time next week, with some of Britain’s top players likely to serve up some high-level tennis.
-
Lightning Strikes with seven players making the WT20 Finals
Loughborough Lightning have been well represented this WT20 with seven players across three international sides; England, Australia and New Zealand.
-
Lightning look ahead to top of the table clash
After a break in the season for the Quilter Internationals, Loughborough Lightning Rugby will return to the field this weekend against reining Tyrrells Premier 15’s champions Saracens, as they travel south to Allianz Park.
-
Dunkley, Gordon and Smith shine on England debuts
England Cricket are currently in the midst of the World Twenty20 tournament in the West Indies and starring for the first-time are current students Kirstie Gordon and Sophia Dunkley as well as alumna Linsey Smith.
-
A battle of the elements for Lightning Netball’s second pre-season outing
On Saturday 17th November, Lightning travelled to the Wright Robinson College to face Manchester Thunder in their latest pre-season fixture.
-
International win sees Loughborough Tennis off to the Australian Open
Loughborough University’s Tennis Programme has bagged a once in a lifetime trip to the Australian Open next year thanks to an outstanding victory in an international tournament in China, which saw the best Universities in the world go head to head.
-
Lightning Netball host first pre-season tournament ahead of 2019 Superleague
Loughborough Lightning showcased their new look team for the first time on Saturday in the first of their pre-season tournaments.
-
Lightning Netball confirm coaching line-up for 2019
Loughborough Lightning Netball are proud to unveil their full coaching line-up for the 2018-19 season, with a full pathway of teams competing from U15 to senior level.
-
Looking after number one: A guide to self-care
One of the biggest causes of time off work, back pain, chronic fatigue and sleep disorders is STRESS. We all have it; it is often unavoidable. However, there are ways we can manage its impact on us and actions we can take to help us deal with stress better.
-
Williams set to earn first England cap
For Lightning players Carys Williams and Katy Daley-Mclean, Friday will be a momentous day, with the duo reaching international milestones.
-
Loughborough Lightning overcome Valkyries to remain unbeaten in the Tyrrells Premier 15s
Lightning secure their 8th victory on the trot, to stay unbeaten in the Tyrrells Premier 15s. The final score came to 64-12, and the result reflected the performance from the home side.
-
Loughborough Tennis travelling to China for prestigious University tournament
Loughborough University Tennis will travel to China in November, having been invited to play in The Belt and Road Tournament in Chengdu.
-
Undefeated Lightning name side to face Worcester Valkyries
After a shaky start last week against Firwood Waterloo, Lightning will look to start strongly against visiting side Worcester Valkyries as they welcome them to Loughborough University this Saturday.
-
Loughborough to welcome University of Toronto for inaugural Duel in the Pool
On Saturday 3 November Loughborough will welcome the University of Toronto to campus for the inaugural ‘Duel in the Pool’ against the Canadian institution.
-
Lightning in seventh heaven as a second half performance sees off Firwood Waterloo
Loughborough Lightning continue their winning streak in the Tyrrells Premier 15s as they beat Firwood Waterloo Ladies 51-20 in a game of two halves.
-
Next generation of footballing talent to play at Loughborough University Stadium
Thanks to a recent partnership with Derby County FC, Loughborough University students, staff and members of the public will be able to see the next generation of footballing talent in action on campus over the coming months.
-
Lightning hit the road for round seven of the Tyrrells Premier 15s
After another dominant performance against DMP Sharks last weekend, a table topping Lightning side will look to increase their lead over the rest of the Premier 15 sides as they head north to Firwood Waterloo Ladies this Saturday.
-
World Tour coach to lead Loughborough University Cycling Programme
Loughborough University has today announced a huge coup in appointing Dimension Data coach Dave Nichols as its new Cycling Programme Manager.
-
Unbeaten Lightning top Premier 15’s table with a win against DMP Sharks
Loughborough Lightning secure their sixth consecutive win of the 2018/19 Tyrells 15’s campaign with a dominant 59-3 win over Darlington Mowden Park Sharks.
-
Durham Day ends in draw
Loughborough hosted BUCS rivals Durham in the annual D-day contest on Wednesday afternoon, a tie that ended in stalemate, both sides winning six fixtures each.
-
National Visually Impaired Tennis Championships all set for Loughborough
Loughborough University will add another top level event to its ever growing repertoire this weekend as it plays host to the National Visually Impaired Tennis Championships.
-
Lightning continue to look dominant as they aim to strike for a sixth consecutive week
A very dominant Lightning side will look to keep their winning streak alive this weekend as they take on DMP Sharks in the sixth round of the Tyrrells Premier 15s.
-
Vice Chancellor hails Volunteer Zambia programme after summer visit
Vice Chancellor, Professor Robert Allison, visited Zambia this summer to experience and contribute to the Volunteer Zambia programme, an endeavour Loughborough University has played a leading role in over the last ten years.
-
Nick Cavaday and Louis Cayer to lead coaching team at Loughborough University National Tennis Academy
The Lawn Tennis Association and Loughborough University have today confirmed the appointments of Nick Cavaday (Head Coach) and Louis Cayer (Performance Advisor) to lead delivery of the new Loughborough University National Tennis Academy programme.
-
Lightning look to thrill in Tyrrell’s Premier 15s live stream clash
After a well earnt week off, Lightning return to the pitch on Saturday 13th October to face Bristol Bears in this week’s live streamed game.
-
Loughborough Lightning set to defend British Fast5 All-Stars title
Loughborough Lightning Netball are gearing up for this weekend’s British Fast5 All-Stars Championship, where some familiar faces are set to return to court.
-
Young guns bolster Lightning roster
Loughborough Lightning can today confirm that a trio of young talent has been added to their roster for the upcoming 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
-
Lightning bolster squad with Northumbria duo
Loughborough Lightning Netball are pleased to announce that dynamic duo Emily Hollingworth and Tuaine Keenan will join the side ahead of the 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
-
Students and alumnae named in Women’s World Twenty20 squad
Current Loughborough students Kirstie Gordon and Sophia Dunkley have been named in a 15 strong England squad that will go for glory at the ICC Women’s World Twenty20 in the West Indies next month. Joining the pair, who will make their England debuts, are eight alumnae plus Lightning player Jenny Gunn, meaning almost 75% of the squad have a Loughborough connection.
-
Clinton confirmed as latest recruit for Loughborough Lightning
Loughborough Lightning Netball have added another new recruit to their roster today, with Amy Clinton confirming her move to the side from Manchester Thunder, ahead of the 2019 season.
-
Seven Loughborough Lightning Rugby players named in England squad
No fewer than seven Loughborough Lightning Rugby players have received the call up for the England Women’s training camp being held at Loughborough University later this week.
-
Lightning win thriller to keep the winning streak alive
Lightning travelled away to Harpury College to play Gloucester-Hartpury Women for a 1pm kick off.
-
Coleman caps off week of signings
Young shooting star Britt Coleman is the final signing of a week of high activity within the Loughborough Lightning Netball camp, as the Loughborough University side finalise their squad ahead of the Vitality Netball Superleague season, which kicks off in January.
-
Lightning Rugby looking to continue winning streak
Loughborough Lightning look to build on their strong start to the Tyrrell’s Premier 15s season this weekend as they head west to face Gloucester Hartpury in the fourth round of the competition.
-
Everitt is second Lightning summer signing
Zara Everitt has today been confirmed as Loughborough Lightning Netball’s second new summer signing, following in the footsteps of Jess Shaw, who was unveiled yesterday.
-
Shaw swaps Bath for Loughborough ahead of 2019 Netball Superleague season
Loughborough Lightning Netball can finally unveil their first new signing ahead of the 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season, with England international Jess Shaw joining from rivals Team Bath.
-
Engineering student Oyesola to star for Lightning in 2019
Loughborough University Mechanical Engineering student Vicki Oyesola will embark on her third year of studies and third year as part of the Loughborough Lightning Netball setup, as she continues to establish herself as a key component in the side.
-
Clark and Joseph extend their run in purple
England internationals Ella Clark and Hannah Joseph have put pen to paper to extend their stay at Loughborough Lightning Netball, joining captain Nat Panagarry on the Lightning roster for 2019.
-
Captain Panagarry to lead Lightning’s 2019 charge
Loughborough Lightning Netball are excited to reveal that captain fantastic Nat Panagarry will return to the side for the upcoming 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
-
Lightning look to strike thrice in the Tyrrell’s Premier 15s
Currently sitting second in the table, Lightning look to keep a clean sheet as they welcome Harlequins to a busy Loughborough campus on Saturday 22nd September.
-
First National Fitness Games hailed a success
Loughborough University hosted the first ever National Fitness Games, which saw over 120 competitors battle it out to be titled the fittest team in the UK
-
Loughborough duo inducted into the England Netball Hall of Fame
On Saturday 15 September Loughborough University alumna Olivia Murphy and Ama Agbeze were deservedly inducted into the England Netball Hall of Fame
-
Alumna Holland crowned world triathlon champion
Loughborough University alumna Vicky Holland enjoyed yet another high point in her glittering career as she was crowned world champion for the first time, two years after winning bronze at the Rio Olympic Games.
-
Triathletes all set for World Champs down under
No fewer than 14 Loughborough triathletes are ready for action at the ITU Triathlon World Championships, which kick off in earnest on Australia’s Gold Coast today, Thursday 13 September.
-
Pulseroll join the Loughborough Family as ‘official supplier to Loughborough Sport’
Vibrating foam roller brand Pulseroll have been announced as an official partner of Loughborough Sport.
-
Loughborough Football agrees partnership with Derby County FC
Loughborough University is pleased to announce it has entered into a partnership with Derby County FC that will help create a great opportunities for students across campus and will develop University football.
-
Burgess inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame
Alumna Liza Burgess has today (Wednesday 12 September) been inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame, recognising her achievements and outstanding contribution to the game.
-
Loughborough to host the first edition of the National Fitness Games
The first ever edition of the National Fitness Games will take place at Loughborough University on Saturday 15 September – and it’s not too late to register your team.
-
Lightning weather the storm to clinch first round victory over Richmond
With Lightning opening play for the Tyrrells Premier 15s season, their clash with Richmond promised to be dramatic and the game did not disappoint.
-
Lightning confirm line-up for opening game of Tyrell’s Premier 15s clash
Loughborough Lightning have today released their line-up for their first Tyrell’s Premier 15s clash of the season against Richmond FC on Saturday 8th September.
-
Proscovia heading for pastures new
Loughborough Lightning can today confirm that Peace Proscovia will be heading for pastures new once she has finished her MSc at Loughborough University this autumn.
-
Lightning Rugby bolster their squad with international trio
Loughborough Lightning Rugby are excited to welcome another international trio to their squad ahead of the 2018/19 Tyrrells Premier 15s season, which gets underway this Saturday.
-
Loughborough Badminton compete at English Nationals
The English Nationals stage the nation’s best badminton players in an annual competition that tours the country. The competition has showcased the best talent to fans for over 50 years. This year it takes place at High Wycombe between 24th-26th August.
-
Loughborough Students Handball Promoted to Premier League
Loughborough Students Handball has been promoted to the Women’s Premier Handball League.
-
Lightning’s Clark and Panagarry selected for latest England Roses campaign
England Netball have today announced their line-ups for their upcoming Fast 5 World Series and Autumn Test Series, which includes Lightning stars Natalie Panagarry and Ella Clark.
-
Lightning Rugby add international trio ahead of 2018/19 season
Loughborough Lightning Rugby are excited to unveil three England internationals who’ll bolster their squad ahead of the 2018/19 Tyrrells Premier 15s season, which gets underway on Saturday 8 September.
-
Loughborough triathletes selected for World Championships
Eight Loughborough Triathlon Performance Centre have been selected to represent Great Britain at the forthcoming World Championships on Australia’s Gold Coast in September
-
Loughborough University awarded Physical Activity Excellence Award
Loughborough university are one of twelve winners of the first BUCS Physical Activity Excellence Award which was presented at this years’ BUCS conference.
-
Loughborough success coming thick and fast at European Championships
Loughborough students and alumni on good form at the inaugural multi-sport European Championships in Glasgow
-
Fixtures for second Tyrrells Premier 15s season announced
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has today announced the fixtures for the second Tyrrells Premier 15s season.
-
Lightning edge Vipers in Kia Super League thriller
Lightning Cricket continued their outstanding run of form in the 2018 Kia Super League, player of the match Elyse Villani hitting a six with the third last ball of the game to clinch victory
-
Loughborough secure 39th consecutive BUCS title
Although this it was a mathematical certainty back in May, July saw Loughborough Students crowned British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) champions for the 39th consecutive year.
-
Lightning crush Diamonds in first home game of the KSL season
Playing in front of the a strong home crowd, Lightning made it 3 wins from 4 in the KSL
-
Free heart checks in memory of Riders coach Kris
Free heart checks are being held on campus on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 August in memory of Kris Ledgard, a popular coach who died from an undetected condition aged just 22.
-
Loughborough past and present going for World Cup glory
Current Loughborough University student Ellie Rayer and four Loughborough alumni are doing there bit to try and guide England Hockey to glory at the Women’s Hockey World Cup, which is currently taking place at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
-
Loughborough Lightning to enter development team into the Secure Trading 24/sevens series
With pre-season in full swing, Loughborough Lightning can now confirm that they will enter a development side in the upcoming Secure Trading 24/Sevens Series Finals which takes place in Bath on Saturday July 28th.
-
Sprinters steal the show at LEAP 2018 despite a Blake false start
On a sizzling hot day at Loughborough University’s Paula Radcliffe Stadium there were a number of superb sprint performances, even if Yohan Blake’s false start in the men’s 100m final did leave fans a little disappointed.
-
Yohan Blake to headline LEAP 2018
Wednesday 25th July sees the Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP) meeting return to the Paula Radcliffe Stadium, with Yohan Blake one of the international stars looking to light up the track.
-
Loughborough Lightning appoint Bayman as new Director of Netball
Loughborough Lightning Netball are delighted to unveil Sara Bayman as their new Director of Netball ahead of the 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
-
Adams, Gordon and Norris make Lightning switch
Georgia Adams, Tara Norris and Kirstie Gordon have all made the move to Loughborough Lightning ahead of the 2018 Kia Super League season, which gets underway at the end of the month.
-
Lightning Cricket trio return for 2018
Loughborough Lightning stalwarts Sonia Odedra, Lucy Higham and Abi Freeborn are the latest names to be confirmed in the Loughborough University sides’ final squad for the 2018 Kia Super League (KSL), which gets underway in July.
-
Lightning Netball edge out Thunder to claim place in the Grand Final
Loughborough Lightning secured their place in the 2018 Grand Final for the second year in a row on Saturday night after an impressive encounter with Manchester Thunder, claiming a 59-50 victory over the visiting side. The win came as Lightning’s 12th in a row, having not lost a single match since the Commonwealth break.
-
Elwiss has set her sights on Finals Day with Loughborough Lightning in the 2018 Kia Super League
After a promising debut campaign when the KSL was launched in 2016, reaching Finals Day in Chelmsford, Loughborough Lightning slipped to fourth in last year’s table, with two wins and three losses in their five matches.
-
Lightning looking to silence Thunder and secure Superleague Grand Final spot
Loughborough Lightning Netball are gearing up for the biggest home game in their history on Saturday 30th June, as they take on Manchester Thunder in a semi-final clash that sees a place in the Vitality Netball Superleague Grand Final up for grabs.
-
Lightning Netball secure home semi-final after a fiery battle at the box
Loughborough Lightning secured a home semi-final on Saturday night after a resounding 63-41 win over Surrey Storm. Competing in their first ever Netball London Live event at The Copper Box Arena, Lightning players and fans made the trip to the capital eager to secure the win that would allow them home court advantage in the play offs.
-
Hoggard and Machan complete Lightning Cricket backroom staff
Following on from Rob Taylor’s appointment as Loughborough Lightning Cricket Head Coach for the 2018 Kia Super League season, the franchise have confirmed that Matthew Hoggard will continue in his role, with Matt Machan completing the backroom staff.
-
Loughborough students gain Wimbledon internships
The Coaching and Volunteering Academy offer at Loughborough University has evolved significantly over recent years, aligned with our aim of providing every student at Loughborough with a sporting experience so positive it is life changing.
-
Griffin to take up role as Under 19s Head Coach for Lightning Netball
Loughborough Lightning Netball are pleased to announce the permanent appointment of Sam Griffin as their Under 19s Academy Head Coach.
-
Lightning Netball secure top four finish with resounding win over Benecos Mavericks
Loughborough Lightning secured their place in the semi-finals of the 2018 Vitality Netball Superleague on Saturday night after recording a 62-51 win over Benecos Mavericks. The win comes as Lightning’s tenth win in a row and their penultimate match of the regular season.
-
Loughborough University secures landmark deal with the Lawn Tennis Association
Loughborough University has been named as one of the UK’s first two National Academies for tennis, a major milestone in the development of British Tennis.
-
Loughborough Lightning steal last second victory to continue unbeaten run
Loughborough Lightning secured their ninth win in a row on Friday night in a nail biting encounter with Team Bath which saw the visiting side come away with a single point victory, winning 43 – 42.
-
Dobbin writes her name into the history books
For Beth Dobbin, and Scottish Athletics for that matter, Saturday 2nd June will go down in history.
-
A tale of two halves secures Lightning Netball’s eighth win on the trot
Loughborough Lightning Netball celebrated their eighth win in a row on Saturday night after a closely fought battle saw the home side steal a convincing 59-45 victory over visitors Severn Stars.
-
Panagarry ‘gutted’ Saturday marks Lightning’s last home game of 2018
“I can’t believe Saturday is our last home game – I’m absolutely gutted!”
-
Six Lightning players named in England Women’s Sevens Squad
An astonishing six Loughborough Lightning Rugby players have been named in England Head Coach James Bailey’s latest Women’s Sevens squad for the Howard Hinton Sevens international tournament in France from 1-3 June.
-
Lightning cause an upset at the Wasps nest
It was a determined Lightning team that squashed Wasps hopes of an unbeaten season by taking an impressive 60-47 win at the Ricoh Arena on Saturday evening.
-
Lightning looking to take the sting out of Wasps tails
In-form Loughborough Lightning Netball travel to Wasps on Saturday 26th May, intent on causing an upset.
-
Carter to step down from Director of Netball position at the end of the season
Loughborough Lightning Director of Netball Anna Carter has taken the difficult decision to step down from her role at the end of season
-
England beat hosts Loughborough to claim Loughborough International Athletics title
On a beautiful summer’s day the 2018 edition of the Loughborough International Athletics meeting lived up to its tag line, ‘reaching new heights’ on a number of fronts.
-
Lightning on the up in the Netball Superleague
Loughborough Lightning continued their upward trajectory as they got the better of Scottish side UWS Sirens in Glasgow on Friday night.
-
Baker and Judd headline Loughborough team for #LIA2018
Chris Baker and Jess Judd are the headline names in a strong Loughborough team who’ll contest the 2018 Loughborough International Athletics match this Sunday.
-
International teams announced for Loughborough International
With less than a week to go until the 2018 edition of the Loughborough International Athletics match, which takes place on Sunday 20 May at the Paula Radcliffe Stadium, the various international teams are starting to take shape.
-
Schmeichel visits Denmark U17s squad at Loughborough University
The Danish Under-17s squad were paid a special visit by Denmark and Leicester City no.1 Kasper Schmeichel last week during their involvement in the UEFA U17s European Championships.
-
Lightning slay the Dragons in Cardiff
On a warm May evening in Cardiff, Lightning Netball turned up the heat on Celtic Dragons with an emphatic 66-38 victory.
-
Harris heading for pastures new
Loughborough Student’s Rugby Football Club can today confirm that Performance Coach (Forwards) Gareth Harris is moving on to pastures new this summer after an eight year association with the University.
-
First international athletes unveiled for #LIA2018
With just 10 days to go until the 2018 edition of the Loughborough International Athletics match, a quintet of international stars have been confirmed as the first major names who’ll compete on Sunday 20 May.
-
Lightning Netball do the double in bank holiday bonanza
Loughborough Lightning secured their second victory of the bank holiday weekend on Monday night, beating Manchester Thunder 62 – 56.
-
Lightning Netball kick start the weekend with sensational win over Team Northumbria
Loughborough Lightning recorded their third win in a row on Saturday night after a ferocious encounter with visitors Team Northumbria, stealing a 65 – 45 win.