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Loughborough Lightning FC Begin Pre-Season Ahead of FAWNL Northern Premier Campaign

Pre-season preparations are officially underway for Loughborough Lightning, who are gearing up for their campaign in the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division, the third tier of English women’s football.
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Loughborough tennis stars set for Wimbledon

As Wimbledon gets ready to open its doors for another fortnight of top-class tennis, this year’s draw will feature a standout group of athletes from Loughborough University.
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Loughborough Lightning announce departure of Assistant Manager Richardson

Loughborough Lightning Football Club announces that Assistant Manager Sarah Richardson will leave her position to pursue another opportunity.
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Lightning Football player selected for Team GB Police squad

Loughborough Lightning striker and serving police officer Jade Arber has earned a place in the Team GB Police football squad for the 2025 European Police Championships, set to take place this summer in Lohne, Germany.
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Exercise your voice! Have your say in the Active Lifestyles Survey

The Active Lifestyles Survey is back for 2025!
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Loughborough Lightning secure unbeaten promotion to Tier 3

Loughborough Lightning FC have completed a remarkable 2024-25 season by securing a historic promotion to Tier 3. The team dominated the FA Women’s National League (FAWNL) Division 1 Midlands, clinching the title in impressive style.
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England retain Six Nations title after thriller versus France

England secured a fourth consecutive Women's Six Nations Grand Slam and a seventh straight title following Saturday’s thrilling 43-42 victory over France.
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Lightning Football eye up another chance for silverware

Loughborough Lightning FC are gearing up to cap off a sensational season with the chance to lift silverware in the Leicestershire & Rutland County Cup Final.
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Can Loughborough Lightning Football go unbeaten?

Loughborough Lightning have clinched the FA Women's National League (FAWNL) Division One Midlands title and secured promotion to Tier 3 of women's football.

Loughborough Lightning maintain unbeaten run as promotion race heats up

Loughborough Lightning’s impressive league form continues, with the team maintaining an unbeaten streak since December 2023.