2020 news
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Lightning lose out to Saracen in a final thriller of 2020
Lightning was edged out of the win 24-29 after a thrilling game at Copthall Stadium in the closing game of 2020.
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Talling returns for final clash of 2020
Loughborough Lightning will take to the pitch for the final time this year against reigning champions, Saracens Women on Saturday.
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Loughborough University supporting England Cricket’s world-leading ambitions
If England Cricket has ambitions to top the ICC’s World Test Championship, they will have to do well in the Covid-postponed Test Series in Sri Lanka early in the New Year.
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Experts in Sport: Beat the heat at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
Next summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games in Japan are widely anticipated to be the hottest and potentially most humid to-date.
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What can massage do for me?
What can massage do for me? Maybe this is a question you sometimes ask yourself. Well, I’m sure there are many ways I could answer this question. I may even blind you with Science!! [OK, maybe not]. However, I’m not a scientist! I’m a masseur/ Deep tissue sports masseur/Deep tissue therapist - whichever term you prefer. Believe me, I’ve been called much worse. So, let’s talk about what massage can do for you.
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Scott Sneddon named as the new Head of Men’s Rugby at Loughborough University
Loughborough University has announced Scott Sneddon as its new Head of Men’s Rugby.
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Lightning edge out Exeter Chiefs in a physical contest
A physical contest at the University campus saw Lightning come out on top as they beat Exeter Chiefs 14-7.
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Lightning name their side to take on Exeter Chiefs
After a tough loss to Wasps last weekend, Lightning will look to get back to winning ways this Saturday as they welcome Exeter Cheifs to campus.
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Loughborough Sport extends partnership with Computacenter
Loughborough Sport has extended its partnership with Computacenter for the 2020/2021 academic year.
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Lightning stung by Wasps in London
It was a confident Lightning side that took to the pitch on Saturday following a substantial win over DMP Sharks the weekend before. It was, however, not to be their day, as they fell to defeat 10-21 at Twyford Avenue.
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Lightning make two changes for the trip to Wasps
Loughborough Lightning will make two changes to the side that beat DMP Sharks 57-3 last weekend as they look to keep their winning momentum with a visit south to Wasps RFC.
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Lightning Cricket secure the services of key quintet ahead of new campaign
Lightning Cricket have secured the services of five key players ahead of the 2021 season.
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FA Update Regarding Season Restart
The FA have published the latest guidance for the return to play for December and the remaining period of the current Covid Tier System in place across the country.
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IPC to provide free-to-air coverage of Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games in Sub-Saharan Africa
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is to provide free-to-air (FTA) coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games in Sub-Saharan Africa as part of its efforts to raise awareness of Para sport and its athletes in the region.
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Aldi UK agrees flagship sponsorship deal with Loughborough University
Supermarket chain Aldi has become the official sponsor of Loughborough University’s Men’s Performance Football Team.
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Flament rises through the Loughborough ranks to secure Top 14 rugby spot
Alumnus Thibaud Flament has made his debut for France Top 14 rugby union side Toulouse – a journey which started back in Loughborough’s British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) 4 side.
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9 Try haul for Lightning as they triumph over DMP Sharks
A gloomy day in Loughborough didn’t dampen Lightning’s spirit this Saturday afternoon, as they secured their 5th win of the season.
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IWBF appoints Loughborough University to lead on Classification research and development of a new Minimum Impairment Criteria (MIC) for wheelchair basketball
IWBF, the international governing body for the sport of wheelchair basketball, has collaborated with British Wheelchair Basketball to commission Loughborough University to undertake a research project on their new minimum impairment criteria (MIC).
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Lightning looking for back-to-back wins
Loughborough Lightning will be looking to record back-to-back victories this weekend as they entertain DMP Durham Sharks in the Allianz Premier 15s.
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Experts in Sport: In conversation with elite ultrarunner Tom Evans
In this week’s special edition of the Experts in Sport podcast, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences’ Dr Richard Blagrove sits down in conversation with elite level ultrarunner and Red Bull athlete, Tom Evans.
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Peaty breaks another world record as London Roar are edged out in Budapest
Adam Peaty broke his own 100m breaststroke world record this weekend as London Roar were edged out to eventually winners Cali Condors in the International Swimming League.
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UK Sport’s new leadership programme has Loughborough University backing
A new programme developed by UK Sport to increase female representation in high-performance coaching has the backing of leading sports specialists at Loughborough University.
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Loughborough University to play role in £1million+ Para Sport Against Stigma project that aims to change attitudes towards people with disabilities in Africa
A £1.89m collaborative project between Loughborough University, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the University of Malawi, Chancellor College will aim to overcome stigma and discrimination against people with disabilities in Africa.
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Four Lightning players selected for the final England Test match Four Lightning players have been included in the Red Roses squad ahead of the final clash with
Four Lightning players have been included in the Red Roses squad ahead of the final clash with France this Saturday at Twickenham.
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Latest recruits check in at National Tennis Academy
The latest cohort of top tennis talent from Loughborough University’s National Tennis Academy have settled into life on campus.
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Peaty breaks 100m breaststroke world record in Budapest
Loughborough’s Adam Peaty produced a stunning swim this weekend to break the 100m Breaststroke short course world record in the International Swimming League (ISL).
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Lightning back to winning ways at Sixways Stadium
A scrappy game at Sixways Stadium sees Lightning the victor’s as they return to winning ways on the road against Worcester Warriors.
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Lightning name their side to travel to Worcester
Loughborough Lightning will make six changes as they travel to the Sixways stadium to take on Worcester Warriors this Saturday.
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Lightning quintet selected for the Red Roses to face Les Bleues
Lightning Rugby is thrilled to have five players named in this weekend's Red Roses squad to face France at Stade des Alpes, Grenoble, on Saturday 14th November.
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England icon Johnson checks in on Lightning
Martin Johnson, England Rugby’s 2003 World Cup winning captain, has offered his expertise and insight to Loughborough Lightning’s squad on a recent campus visit.
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Loughborough to host key British Cycling events
British Cycling’s 2021 youth and junior road season will once again place Loughborough on the map as the University has been chosen as a host venue for three key events.
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Lightning out muscled in first defeat of the season
Not even a brace of tries from both Rhona Lloyd and Emily Scarratt could clinch the win for Lightning today, as Harlequins muscled their way to the win at Loughborough University.
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Lightning’s Scarratt named Women’s Six Nations Player of the Championship
Loughborough Lightning’s Emily Scarratt has been unveiled as the inaugural Women’s Six Nations Player of the Championship.
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Scarratt returns for Harlequins showdown
Emily Scarratt will return to Lightning's starting XI for their Allianz Premier 15s fixture vs. Harlequins.
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All eyes on Lightning as Quins come to town
Lightning Rugby will step into the limelight this Saturday as its Allianz Premier 15s fixture vs Harlequins Women is featured on the RFU live stream.
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Loughborough’s Wood breaks 5-year-old British record in Budapest
Loughborough swimmer Abbie Wood has broken the British Record in the women’s 200m Individual Medley at the 2020 International Swimming League (ISL) in Hungary.
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Lightning legend returns for season nine to complete 2021 line-up
Loughborough Lightning has completed its 2021 roster with the announcement that Hannah Joseph will rejoin the side.
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Five Lightning players selected for England in the final round of Women’s Six Nations
Lightning Rugby is proud to celebrate that five players have been named to take part in the re-arranged round five of the Women’s Six Nations which takes place this weekend.
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Hometown hero Nicholls named as Lightning’s penultimate signing
Loughborough Lightning can reveal that fan favourite Lauren Nicholls will return to the side in 2020 for her ninth successive season.
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Lightning’s Captain fantastic is back for more in 2021
Loughborough Lightning is delighted to confirm the return of captain and England Roses star, Nat Panagarry, for the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL).
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Loughborough swimmers continue to make waves in Budapest
Loughborough swimmers once again turned on the style with a series of impressive performances in the International Swimming League (ISL) in Budapest, Hungary.
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Young international prospect returns for more after debut season with Lightning
Loughborough Lightning are excited to confirm the return of Loughborough University student and England U19 mid-courter, Suzie Liverseidge, to the side for the upcoming Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) season.
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England U21 powerhouse set to return to Lightning for season two
Loughborough Lightning are pleased to announce that 19-year-old Loughborough University student Jas Odeogberin will return to the fold for the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) – making it a perfect ten in their line-up so far.
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George Gandy: funeral information
The funeral of George Gandy will be held on Friday 30th October at 2:45pm.
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The heights of Harvey get set to return to Lightning
Loughborough Lightning have today revealed their ninth player on the 2021 roster with 19-year-old goalkeeper Alice Harvey returning to the side.
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Lightning secure England U21 talent Williams for 2021 season
Loughborough Lightning are pleased to have secured the talents of England U21 mid-courter Hannah Williams for the upcoming 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) season.
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Evidence-based, fad-free approach to fitness and nutrition with Loughborough inspired app
Coaches at Loughborough University are the brains behind a newly launched personalised health and fitness app.
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Lightning in seventh heaven as Cholhok returns for 2021
Loughborough Lightning is pleased to reveal its seventh signing for the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) with Ugandan international goal-shooter, Mary Cholhok returning for her third season in purple.
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Loughborough trio earn GB hockey call-up
Three Loughborough hockey players have been selected for Great Britain’s FIH Hockey Pro League matches with The Netherlands and Belgium - including a first call-up for goalkeeper Miriam Pritchard.
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Lightning trio earn Scotland Start
Loughborough Lightning is pleased to announce that three of its players have been selected in the starting line-up for Scotland tomorrow in the rescheduled Women’s Six Nations match against Italy.
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Lightning beat Bears in tricky conditions
Lightning clinch the win at Shaftesbury Park for first time in 3 years as they beat Bristol Bears 12-5 in tricky conditions.
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Lightning name their side to take on Bristol Bears
Looking to keep their winning momentum going this weekend as they head west to Bristol Bears, Lightning make three changes to their side that beat Gloucester Hartpury 32-26.
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Sweet number six for Lightning as experienced Clark is back in town
Loughborough Lightning Netball are please to reveal their sixth signing ahead of the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) campaign with duel-international athlete Ella Clark making her return.
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Experts in Sport: Disordered eating - just how common is it in elite level sport?
Former England cricketer Freddie Flintoff’s recent BBC documentary ‘Living with Bulimia’ sparked conversations regarding eating disorders, particularly amongst elite level athletes. But how commonplace are such health challenges?
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Parize checks in as Lightning announce signing number five
In a busy week of signings, Loughborough Lightning are thrilled to reveal that 22-year-old goal attack, Lucy Parize, will return to wear the purple dress for the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL).
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Lightning bolster squad with young gun Gabriel
Loughborough Lightning are pleased to add another name to its 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) line-up today, with young shooter Beth Gabriel returning for season number two.
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Roddy signs on the line for Lightning return
Loughborough Lightning is delighted to reveal its third signing ahead of the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) with young defender Annabel Roddy returning to the fold.
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Loughborough continues to drive forward key message of clean sport
Loughborough Sport has continued its strong pledge to keep sport clean and safe for all by delivering educational workshops to 142 first-year performance sport athletes.
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Loughborough swimmers impress on opening day of International Swimming League
Loughborough swimmers Marie Wattel, Adam Peaty, Luke Greenbank and Andreas Vazaios helped London Roar to a 217-point victory after the first day of the International Swimming League (ISL) in Budapest.
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Two-time title winner Sam May returns for a second season with Lightning
Loughborough Lightning are delighted to add defensive powerhouse and two-time Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) champion Sam May to their roster as she returns to the side for the 2021 season.
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Commonwealth champion Cobden returns to Lightning for 2021
Loughborough Lightning Netball are excited to reveal their first player signing ahead of the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL), with Commonwealth Gold medallist Beth Cobden returning to the fold.
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Lightning storm to victory in first home game.
Lightning storm to victory over Gloucester-Hartpury 32-26, collecting the bonus point as they win their first home game of the 20/21 season.
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Anthony Joshua’s ‘secret weapon’ to spearhead new Boxing Centre of Excellence at Loughborough University
A coach dubbed heavyweight boxing icon Anthony Joshua’s ‘secret weapon’ is to spearhead a brand-new Boxing Centre of Excellence based at Loughborough University.
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Lightning name their side to take on Gloucester-Hartpury
Loughborough Lightning will make six squad changes as they welcome Gloucester-Hartpury Women to Loughborough University this Saturday.
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Lightning power their way to a first win of the season
Lark Davies scored twice in the Allianz Premier 15s opener, as Lightning muscled their way to victory over league debutants Sale Sharks.
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Loughborough Sport extends partnership with Kukri
Loughborough Sport is delighted to announce that Kukri will continue as its official sportswear provider for a further two years.
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Team News: Loughborough Lightning vs Sale Sharks
Loughborough Lightning have named their side to face Sale Sharks in first round of the new look Allianz Premier 15’s.
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George Gandy
It is with great sadness that the University announces the death of Head Endurance Coach, George Gandy.
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RFU STATEMENT: RFU and Allianz announce landmark partnership for the Premier 15s
The Rugby Football Union has today announced Allianz Insurance as the new Insurance Partner of England Rugby and the title partner for the Premier 15s, with the official name of the competition being ‘Allianz Premier 15s’.
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Diaper secures director role with Boccia UK
Nik Diaper, Loughborough University’s Head of Para Sport, has been appointed to Boccia UK’s board of directors.
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Lightning’s pack gets a boost as Bourke signs on the line
Loughborough Lightning have strengthened their pack with the signing of Hooker Gill Bourke ahead of the 20/21 season.
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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.
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Nathan Smith departs from Loughborough Rugby
Loughborough Students RFC can confirm that Men’s forwards Coach Nathan Smith will be leaving Loughborough, as he embarks on a new venture.
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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.
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Goulden signs for Lightning
Loughborough Lightning are thrilled to announce that Lizzie Goulden will be joining the squad ahead of the 2020/21 season.
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Hartley star of the show as Lightning crumble in Liverpool
After Friday’s win, Lightning had great expectations as they headed to Liverpool to take on Thunder for the second time this season. Thunder’s captain Hartley had other ideas however, thundering her way through the Lightning batting line-up she took 4 wickets and crushed any hope of Lightning win, with her side bowling the side out for 116 in the 39th over.
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Lightning Strike at New Road as they record their first victory in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint trophy
Lightning Strikes for the first time in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint trophy! A three wicket haul from Presland and a 4th 50 run score this tournament from Sarah Bryce, helps their side take a 6 run win over Central Sparks.
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Nancy Harman eager to help lightning record first RHF trophy win
Loughborough University engineering student Nancy Harman has featured in all three of Lightning’s Rachael Heyhoe Flint matches thus far and will be hoping to make her mark against Central Sparks on Friday and take vengeance against Thunder in Sunday’s return fixture.
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England 7’s duo Brown and Rowland join Lightning ahead of 2020/2021 season
Loughborough Lightning Rugby has bolstered its side with the signing of England 7’s duo Abbie Brown and Helena Rowland, who join the squad ahead of the 2020/21 Premier 15s season.
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Huge medal haul as Loughborough athletes shine at the British Championships
In any other year, the start of September would signal the start of an athlete’s end of season break, but for this, anything but normal year, the 4th and 5th September marked the date of the rearranged 2020 British Athletics Championships.
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Lightning still in search of elusive first win in the Rachel Heyhoe Flint Trophy
For the first time in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, Lightning batted first as they looked to get their first win of the season under their belt at Grace Road. However, it was not to be for the home side as the game went to the wire, leaving Lightning still searching for their first win of the season.
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Captain Bryce confident ahead of second Diamonds clash
Lightning captain Kathryn Bryce is confident going into Saturday’s clash against the Northern Diamonds who currently sit in top spot of the North group after edging their way past Lightning on Monday.
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Kathryn Bryce looks ahead at 2020 season
Scotland’s Kathryn Bryce will aim to continue her 2019 Loughborough Lightning KSL form within this new-look Lightning regional side.
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Loughborough University to partner with Chelsea Football Club
Loughborough University and Chelsea Football Club have agreed a partnership which will see both organisations work closely together.
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Beaumont reflects on her time at Lightning
Tammy Beaumont reflects on her two-match stint with Lightning, as the England stalwart returns to the England bubble ahead of their upcoming series against the West Indies.
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Lightning still searching for their first win in RHF Trophy
Captain Kathryn Bryce lead from the front with bat and ball, claiming 5 wickets and scoring 71*, however it was not enough to clinch the first Lightning win as their trip up north ends in a 9 run defeat to Northern Diamonds.
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Lightning fail to strike in Rachel Heyhoe Flint Trophy opener
Lightning cricket’s opening game of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint trophy ended in rain affected disappointment as Lightning fall short of a reduced total, despite Sarah Bryce’s maiden Lightning half century.
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Beaumont and Gordon to bolster Lightning squad
England Women Cricket duo Tammy Beaumont and Kirstie Gordon are set to join the Lightning squad for the first two games of the season ahead of Saturday’s opening game in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy.
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Loughborough Lightning land Canada International
Loughborough Lightning are thrilled to announce that Canada back-row Courtney Holtkamp will be joining the squad ahead of the 2020/21 season.
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Experts in Sport: Para sport special: What does it take to prepare the British team for the Paralympic Games?
As the clock counts down to next summer’s postponed Paralympics Games, this week’s ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast takes a timely look at what it takes to create an optimum performance environment for ParalympicsGB at the Games.
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Lightning Cricket reveal their 15 man squad for the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy
Lightning Cricket have announced a 15-strong squad to represent the East Midlands region in this summer’s Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy.
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Gerard Mullen leaves head coach post
Loughborough Students RFC can confirm that Men’s Head Coach Gerard Mullen will be stepping down from his position, as he embarks on a new venture.
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Lightning Cricket fixtures released for 2020
The fixture list for the 2020 Lightning Cricket campaign has now been released.
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Celtic FC put through their paces on campus
Reigning Scottish Premier League champions Celtic Football Club have been welcomed on campus as part of their pre-season preparations.
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Major signing Winterburn rejoins Riders and Loughborough
Leicester Riders and Loughborough University have secured the key signing of Great Britain guard Holly Winterburn.
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Taylor appointed as new Head Coach for Lightning Cricket
Former Scotland and Leicestershire batsman Rob Taylor has been appointed as Lightning Cricket Head Coach.
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Loughborough University collaborates with governing bodies to support parents and children in tennis around the world
Loughborough University, The International Tennis Federation (ITF - the world governing body for tennis), and the LTA (the national governing body for tennis in Great Britain) have come together to provide a suite of education and support resources for parents of young tennis hopefuls, and to drive forward research on parenting in tennis.
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Experts in Sport: Special edition – a closer look at race, ethnicity, and racism in sports coaching
In this week’s special edition of the 'Experts in Sport' podcast, host Martin Foster introduces an international online forum featuring leading academics looking at the key themes in race, ethnicity, and racism in sports coaching.
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Loughborough experts contribute to key international sports media
Experts from Loughborough University have been asked to share their sporting expertise across a series of international media platforms.
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Miller serves up an ace with National Tennis Academy promotion
Loughborough Sport’s Nathan Miller has been promoted to Academy Manager and Head of Performance Support for the University’s National Tennis Academy (LUNTA).
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British Paralympic Association delivers key workshop to Loughborough employees
The British Paralympic Association (BPA) has delivered a key online workshop to Loughborough University employees looking at Classification in para sport.
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Experts in Sport: ‘Support, develop, empower’ - the dual-career journey of an athlete
The life of an elite level athlete can be tough and unforgiving. Now, more than ever, athletes are balancing high performance sport with education and/or vocation.
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New Research Spotlight: Influence of Interval Training Frequency on Time-Trial Performance in Elite Endurance Athletes
The right balance of high and low intensity exercise is crucial for the most effective training plan. Research has suggested polarised training with 20% of your exercise sessions being focused on high intensity exercise (with the remaining time spent on low intensity training) could be the most effective way to create positive physiological adaptations.
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Fuel Utilisation & Metabolic Testing in Relation to Ironman/Triathlon/Ultra-Endurance Performance
This article will outline how your body uses fuel, why this is relevant for Triathlon/Ironman/Ultra-endurance performance and how we can test it in our Physiology Lab.
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Scholars Coaching Staff Announced for 2020-21 Season
Loughborough University FC are pleased are to announce the coaching line up for the 2020-21 season. Head Coach Alex Ackerley goes into his 3rd season with a new look support staff. Ackerley will be supported by three new assistant coaches including Joel Bonner who returns from his year in industry at Manchester United.
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Top British tennis talent joins Loughborough University
Loughborough Tennis has announced top British talent Lloyd Glasspool will join its ranks next season.
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Experts in Sport: why do some of the best young players never make it?
Every professional sports club dreams of a long production line of young talent, but why do some of the most promising youngsters fail to fulfil their potential and inevitably fall by the wayside?
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SURVEY: Destined for greatness? Do your genes give you a head start in sport?
Researchers from Loughborough University are investigating the role genetics play in sport – and they need your help.
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East Midlands secure the Bryce sisters as part of the new Women's Elite Domestic Structure
Lightning Cricket are thrilled to announce that Kathryn and Sarah Bryce have been named as the East Midlands Regional Retainer signings and as such are two members of the first tranche of professional women's domestic cricketers in England.
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Student committee appointed to lead Wheelchair Basketball
Wheelchair Basketball, Loughborough University’s Athletic Union’s newest sport, has appointed its select committee for the next academic year.
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Loughborough selected as force to drive women’s cricket forward
Loughborough University has been selected by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as the East Midlands Regional Host of its new elite women’s cricket domestic structure.
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Roundtable: Loughborough sport performance analysts share their thoughts
*this roundtable event took place prior to social distance measures*
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Loughborough University welcomes elite level athletes back to campus
Loughborough University is gradually opening up some of its on-site sports facilities to enable elite level athletes to train.
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Bonar, Riggs and Needham all move to pastures new next season
Loughborough Lightning trio Sarah Bonar, Amy Needham and Martha Riggs have all confirmed they will be leaving the club.
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Jawad in race against time to make the Paralympic Games
Loughborough-based powerlifter Ali Jawad has revealed that he is in a race against time to make the Paralympic Games in Tokyo.
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Lightning Rugby and Loughborough Town RFC enter new partnership
Loughborough University and Lightning Rugby is pleased to announce a partnership with Loughborough Town RFC.
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New Research Spotlight: More complete adaptation identified with medium term heat acclimation
The optimal protocol for heat acclimation is a 'hot' topic for research due to this preparatory period being key for performance in the heat. Please see our summary infographic of the recent paper in The European Journal of Applied Physiology by Jodie Moss from Roehampton University.
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Loughborough University spinout collaborates on rugby ball of the future
A spinout company founded by two Loughborough alumni has supported the launch of a new rugby ball which could be set to revolutionise the sport.
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Loughborough Sport’s support network proves vital for athletes during lockdown
Behind every great athlete is a strong support network, helping individuals and teams achieve their goals.
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Experts in Sport: How can dietary nitrates improve elite level athlete performance?
This week’s ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast focuses on how dietary nitrates – found mainly in vegetables, such as beetroot, lettuce, spinach, and radishes – can maximise performance in elite-level athletes.
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Vitality Netball Superleague 2020 season cancelled due to pandemic
England Netball has today announced the cancellation of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) 2020 season due to the continued impact of the Coronavirus outbreak.
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Now is the time to look at the person behind the athlete – Sam Ruddock
The Covid-19 outbreak has understandably weighed heavily on the minds of elite athletes across the globe as major events have been wiped from the sporting calendar at pace.
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No pool? No problem for these Loughborough swimmers
The lockdown period has brought many challenges to all athletes involved in sport, but what if your essential training venue – in this case, a swimming pool – has temporarily closed its doors?
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Experts in Sport: What role does community sport play in tackling serious youth violence?
With youth violence continuing to be a serious issue in UK society, this week’s Experts in Sport’ podcast looks at the role sport can play in supporting those at risk.
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Working the farm with hay bales for a squat rack – Loughborough’s Emily Scarratt trains at home
Loughborough Lightning and England centre Emily Scarratt has gone back to basics during lockdown with a little help from her family farm.
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‘My new training partner is a 5kg fluffy white ball’ – Meghan Beesley
Meghan Beesley, Loughborough University’s 400m hurdler, has found a new training partner during the Covid-19 outbreak – in the form of a four-legged friend.
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Loughborough Badminton awarded Certificated Training Centre status
Loughborough Badminton is thrilled to announce that it has been named as a Certified Training Centre by Badminton Europe.
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Training Intensity Distribution In Endurance Sports
In this article, we’ll be taking a look at training intensity distribution and answering the following questions:
- What is training intensity distribution?
- How do you calculate your training intensity distribution?
- What can we learn from elite endurance athletes?
- What happens when you compare training intensity distributions against each other?
- Why does the 80-20 approach appear to work?
- What are the practical take-home messages to improve your performance?
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A washing line pole and a tin of beans – the new elite athlete training method
Finding the elite in the every day - with a little bit of help from her store cupboard and garden - Loughborough athlete and Olympic hopeful Holly Bradshaw is using unique ways to carrying on pole vault training during the lockdown period.
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Run More, Get Injured Less
When you hear the phrase, “run more, get injured less”, it almost seems too good to be true. However, over recent years, thanks to the ever-growing body of research looking into the topic of load management, it would seem that running more and getting less injured whilst doing so, is becoming more feasible than ever.
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Experts in Sport: Can supplements boost your immune system?
A healthy immune system is vital to a healthy lifestyle. In a time where public health is dominating the headlines, this week’s ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast discusses what role – if any – supplements can play for both the general population and elite level athletes.
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Conquering the World’s Highest Peaks with Help from Loughborough Physiology Service
Nick Hateley has been preparing with Loughborough Performance Support as he attempts to climb the Seven Summits before the end of 2022. Just 300 metres from the summit, past the point of exhaustion and suffering from the early stages of frostbite, Nick Hateley was forced to stop and head back down Mount Everest’s infamous North Face.
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Experts in Sport: How can athletes use this period of lockdown to work towards long term success?
With sport competition across the globe currently on pause, attention has turned to maintaining athlete health and well-being.
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Research project to inspire sports coaches from disadvantaged communities
Researchers from Loughborough University have joined forces with charity Sporting Communities to help inspire the next generation of coaches from BAMER (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Refugee) backgrounds to be able to secure paid coaching roles.
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2019-20 NFS & BUCS Season Update
Over the last few days Loughborough Students Futsal Club has been informed of the FA's decision in regards to the National Futsal Series 2019-20 Season
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Coup for Loughborough Swimming as major internationals join ranks
Loughborough University has announced that Olympic swimmers Andreas Vazaios and Louise Hansson will join its team next season.
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How To Use Training Zones To Enhance Endurance Training
If you are an endurance athlete who is serious about improving your performance, setting training zones is hugely important to getting the most out of your training. This article explains the basics behind training zones, provides a number of methods to calculate your training zones, and explains why they are a useful tool for training.
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Daley-Mclean to embark on a new challenge as she leaves Lightning
After two fantastic years with Lightning, it is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our England Fly-half Katy Daley-Mclean as she embarks on a new challenge for the 2020/2021 season.
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New study aims to improve the sleep quality of athletes with spinal injuries
A research project is looking at the relationship between spinal cord injuries and sleep quality.
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Tyrrells Premier 15s 2020/21-2022/23 clubs confirmed
The RFU has confirmed the clubs invited to participate in the Tyrrells Premier 15s division for the 2020/21-2022/23 seasons.
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Wheelchair Basketball to become Loughborough University’s 60th sport
Loughborough University’s Athletic Union (AU) has revealed its 60th official sport as Wheelchair Basketball.
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Tyrrells Premier 15s season declared null and void as RFU confirms final league positions for 2019/20 season
Following the early end of the rugby season in England as a result of COVID-19, The Rugby Football Union (RFU) is today announcing the final league positions for the Greene King IPA Championship, Tyrrells Premier 15s and men’s and women’s community game.
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The impact of coronavirus on global sport: Loughborough Professor confirmed as key international panel guest
Loughborough University’s Professor James Skinner will form part of a virtual round table panel discussion looking at the impact of coronavirus on sport across the globe.
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FA Statement Regarding 2019-20 Season
It has today been confirmed that the 2019-20 season has come to an end for Loughborough University in the United Counties Premier Division.
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Joint statement re COVID-19 and sports facility access
Press release on behalf of Loughborough University and its sports partners.
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RFU STATEMENT: 2019/20 TYRRELLS PREMIER 15S SEASON
Today, in a letter to the rugby clubs in England, Bill Sweeney, RFU CEO, has confirmed the end of the 2019/20 season for all league, cup and county rugby in England with the exception of the Gallagher Premiership, which the RFU is in active discussions with.
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Strong performance from Loughborough swimmers in Edinburgh
Loughborough swimmers once again turned on the style at the Edinburgh International Meet this weekend.
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Match Update: Lightning vs Saracens Mavericks
Today, we regret to inform you that our game vs Saracens Mavericks on Monday 16th March will now take place behind closed doors.
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‘A dream come true’ for student as he prepares for his British Formula 3 Championship debut
A Loughborough University student has embarked on his journey to compete in this year’s BRDC British Formula 3 Championship.
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The science behind swimming: Loughborough to host expert panel
Loughborough University academic Dr David Fletcher will form part of a panel of international experts at this unique event looking at the art and science of swimming fast.
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Loughborough academic speaks at Leaders Women in Sport event
Loughborough academic Dr Argyro Elisavet Manoli has shared her views on tackling imposter syndrome at the prestigious Leaders Women in Sport event held in London.
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Loughborough’s Para-powerlifters take gold at the World Cup
One Loughborough student and two athletes who train on campus secured gold in the 2020 Road to Tokyo Para Powerlifting World Cup.
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Loughborough hosts the annual UK Winter Long Throws Invitational Meeting
Saturday 7th March saw Loughborough University host the annual UK Winter Long Throws Invitational Meeting at the HiPAC on campus.
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Lightning Netball secure first victory of 2020
Loughborough Lightning recorded a resounding 59 – 53 victory over Strathclyde Sirens in their first home fixture of the 2020 Vitality Netball Superleague on Saturday night.
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Loughborough Lightning vs Strathclyde Sirens: Round 2 preview
This week Loughborough Lightning have been busy preparing to welcome its fans, members and dedicated followers to Sir David Wallace Arena for their first home game of the 2020 season.
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Strong Loughborough performances in Glasgow and Sheffield
The cancellation of the World Indoor Championships (for which this would have been the trials), alongside the change in location from its usual Birmingham or Sheffield venue, meant that this year’s British Indoor Championships were an undeniably quieter affair than in previous years. However, it didn’t deter all athletes and the Championships saw 23 current students, 16 alumni and 16 Loughborough-based athletes make the flight, train or drive up to the Emirates Arena in Glasgow.
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Experts in Sport: Has concussion in sport hit crisis point?
Loughborough University’s latest ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast looks at one sporting issue that is never far from the headlines - that of concussion.
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Records tumble as Loughborough dominate BUCS swimming
Loughborough swimmers turned on the style at last weekend’s British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) National Championships, returning home with 30 medals and five broken records – and the over the overall team title.
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Four lightning linked players named in GB 7s training squad
Rhona Lloyd, Helen Nelson, Celia Quansah and Jodie Ounsley have all been named in Scott Forrest’s GB sevens extended squad and will be competing for a place in the final squad for Tokyo 2020 Olympic games.
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Lightning look to get season off to a flyer
Loughborough Lightning is in positive mood ahead of their 2020 Vitality Netball Superleague season opener against Team Bath this weekend.
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Loughborough athletes deliver 25 medals at BUCS Indoor Championships
Day 3 of the BUCS Indoor Athletics Championships was a showcase for Loughborough talent, with a constant flow of medals, PBs and superb performances throughout the Sheffield EIS arena.
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Loughborough athletes secure eight medals on the first two days of competition at the BUCS Indoor Athletics Championships
It was a very special February 14th for the African Violet team that travelled to the Sheffield EIS Arena, as Loughborough won at least one medal in every medal event on the Friday afternoon.
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Inter Varsity Indoor success for Loughborough athletes
The annual Inter Varsity Indoor competition has been dominated by Loughborough athletes.
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Alumnus helps to set cyclists on track to victory
Loughborough alumnus Sam Pendred has helped in the development of a new track bike for Team GB at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, through his role as an engineer at Hope Technology.
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Loughborough academic publishes new sporting book
Dr Jamie Barker, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences has co-authored a new book titled ‘The Psychology of Soccer’.
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Talk Sport Conference 2020 inspires the next generation of sports industry professionals
The third annual Talk Sport Conference was held at Loughborough University last week, offering information and advice for those seeking a career in the sports industry.
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Heat research from Loughborough featured in global triathlon guide
Academics from Loughborough University have helped devise a comprehensive report that will benefit triathletes and paratriathletes in their preparation to compete under hot and humid conditions – like those predicted at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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British motorcycle racers testing with Loughborough Performance ahead of 2020 Championship
Jake Dixon, Tarran Mackenzie, and Taylor Mackenzie were the latest motorcycle racers making the most of Loughborough’s state-of-the-art facilities, spending two days testing at the University’s Performance Centre.
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Loughborough duo reign supreme at English National Badminton Championships
Loughborough pair Max Flynn and Fee Teng Liew produced a stunning performance to take the Mixed Doubles title at the English National Badminton Championships.
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Alumnus called up as Head Rugby Coach for Sweden
Alumnus Alex Laybourne has been named the new Men’s Head Coach for Sweden’s 15s team.
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Loughborough Paralympic hopefuls recognised in 2020 Paralympic World Class Programme
British Athletics has announced that several Loughborough-based athletes have been offered membership to the Paralympic World Class Programme (WCP) in 2020.
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Experts in Sport podcast: Faster, Stronger, Fitter– what exactly is strength?
The latest episode of the ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast is all about strength. What is it? How do you build it? What methods are best for your fitness goals?
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Records and PBs tumble for Loughborough athletes during fruitful weekend
Loughborough athletes enjoyed a successful weekend as records and PBs fell across various disciplines.
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Loughborough athletes shine at BUCS Cross Country
The BUCS Cross Country Championships, held at Holyrood Park in Edinburgh on Saturday 1st February, saw close to 2,000 runners participating and Loughborough impacting powerfully on proceedings - with team victories in three of the four races and a third team place in the other.
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Loughborough swimmers enjoy globetrotting January
Swimmers from the Loughborough Performance Squad and British Swimming have undergone an extensive period of travel last month, taking part in training camps and competitions across the world.
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Loughborough Lightning secure their place in the next three-year league structure of the Tyrrells Premier 15s following a league-wide audit.
Loughborough Lightning have secured their place in the next three-year league structure of the Tyrrells Premier 15s following a league-wide audit.
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Scottish record smashed by Loughborough sprinter
Loughborough scholar Alisha Rees set a new Scottish Indoor 60m record as she took the Scottish National indoor title in Glasgow.
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Gold for Kimberley Murray in the Women’s Skeleton
Loughborough alumna Kimberley Murray has secured Gold following an impressive performance in the Inter-Continental Cup skeleton race at Lake Placid, USA.
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Women’s Football consultation held on campus
Staff and external stakeholders have gathered at Loughborough Stadium in a bid to shape the Women’s Football strategy at the University.
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Jess Judd and Joshua Lay triumph in Area Cross Country Championships
Loughborough student runners competed with considerable success in the Area Cross Country championships over the weekend.
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Strong Lightning presence in England and Scotland’s Six Nations squads
12 Loughborough Lightning players have been called up to represent their country at this year’s Women’s Six Nations.
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Loughborough students picked to represent England at international athletics meet
Loughborough students and alumni will form a strong presence in the England squad at the Vienna Indoor International Meeting in February.
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Loughborough University continues to lead the way in cricket helmet safety
Researchers from Loughborough University’s Sports Technology Institute continue to play a leading role in ensuring the safety of cricketers whilst batting.
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Loughborough trio selected for ICC Women's T20 World Cup
Loughborough Cricket is proud to celebrate that three former Lightning players - Georgia Elwiss, Amy Jones and Sarah Glenn - have been named in the England ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Squad.
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Yamaha’s new WorldSBK recruits prepare for next season with Loughborough Performance
Federico Caricasulo and Garrett Gerloff have been making the most of Loughborough’s Performance Centre in preparation for their debut seasons with Yamaha’s GRT WorldSBK Junior team.
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Lightning looking to secure first win of 2020
Loughborough Lightning will look to secure their first Tyrrell’s Premier 15s win of 2020 this weekend as they head to Liverpool to face Firwood Waterloo.
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County Cup Fixture Postponed
Tonight's scheduled fixture vs Coalville Town in the Leicestershire Challenge Cup has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.
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Ruddock and Lane-Wright called up to British Cycling squad
Loughborough University alumni Sam Ruddock and Crystal Lane-Wright have both been named as part of the 23-strong British Cycling squad which will contest the UCI Para-cycling Track World Championships in Milton, Canada.
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Lightning narrowly lose out at Allianz park
It was a nail biting finish at Allianz park as only three points separated both teams with two minutes to go. However, it was not to be Lightning’s day as reigning champions Saracens clinched the win 39-31 in the dying minutes of the game.
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Lightning’s Cholhok signs on the dotted line
Loughborough Lightning is pleased to confirm that Ugandan goalshooter Mary Cholhok will return to the fold for the 2020 season.
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Lightning looking to start the year with a bang
Loughborough Lightning are looking to build on their impressive form at the end of 2019 as they travel to Saracens for the first game of the new calendar year on Saturday.
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Experts in Sport: Does sponsorship in sport have an unhealthy relationship with junk food?
January is a time many people revaluate their diets and put away those sugary snacks after over-indulging during the festive period.
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Loughborough’s Peaty named 2019 European Swimmer of the Year
Adam Peaty has been named LEN (Ligue Européenne de Natation) European men's swimmer of the year 2019 – for the third time in four years.
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Scholars Start 2020 with Victory
With the boxing day clash versus Shepshed Dynamo postponed the Scholars had nearly a 2 week gap after their defeat to Quorn in the league. With defeat in the last game of 2019 the students were keen to start 2020 well, especially against the side that caused them their first defeat of the season, when Peterborough Northern Star ran out 3-2 victors in the reverse fixture.
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First findings revealed from Twinning Project initiative
Academics from Loughborough University have devised six pillars of success for partners involved in the nationwide Twinning Project – an initiative developed to help UK prisoners develop new skills.
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Loughborough sporting stars named in New Year Honours List
A trio of Loughborough sporting stars have been named in the Queen’s New Year Honours List.