General news
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Former World, Commonwealth and European champion named Loughborough’s new Head of Sprints and Hurdles
Dai Greene, a World, European, Commonwealth and Diamond League Champion has been appointed Loughborough University’s new Head of Sprints and Hurdles.
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Loughborough University launches new Para and Disability Sport Strategy
Loughborough University has officially launched its new Para and Disability Sport Strategy – with opportunity sitting at its core.
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Loughborough’s Stojsavljevic wins US Open junior title
Teenager Mika Stojsavljevic became the first Briton in 15 years to win the US Open Girls’ title after a dominant 6-4 6-4 victory over Wakana Sonobe in New York.
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Lightning reveal stellar squad ahead of 2025 Netball Super League season
Loughborough Lightning has revealed its full squad ahead of the 2025 Netball Super League (NSL) campaign.
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Nottingham Forest to play the Club’s B Team home games at Loughborough University Stadium
Nottingham Forest is delighted to confirm that the Club’s B Team home games will be played at Loughborough University Stadium for the 2024/25 season.
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Loughborough University wins incredible 43rd consecutive BUCS title
Loughborough University has continued its phenomenal record in the British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) competition following confirmation of an unprecedented 43rd consecutive title.
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Outstanding Xu and Stojsavljevic finish runners-up in Wimbledon girls’ doubles final
Loughborough-linked tennis players Mimi Xu and Mika Stojsavljevic finished runners-up in the Wimbledon girls’ doubles final after a valiant performance at SW19.
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Loughborough Sport and Weleda Arnica enter new partnership
Loughborough Sport has partnered with global cosmetics brand, Weleda Arnica.
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Lightning beat Thunder to win back-to-back Netball Super League titles
Loughborough Lightning have won historic back-to-back Netball Super League (NSL) titles following a gripping 54-70 win over Manchester Thunder on Saturday evening.
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Loughborough University launches dedicated website for Paris
Loughborough University’s new dedicated website for a bumper summer of sport has now officially launched – exactly one month before athletes compete on the global stage in Paris.
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Searle secures Wimbledon wildcard entry
Loughborough tennis prodigy Henry Searle will compete in the singles main draw at this summer’s Wimbledon after being granted a wildcard entry by the All England Club.
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Loughborough Sport and Bottle Up enter new partnership
Loughborough Sport and Loughborough University have partnered with sustainable bottle producers, Bottle Up.
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Lightning secure the home semi-final against London Pulse after a win against Severn Stars
After a close game resulting in a loss for Loughborough Lightning last weekend, the home team took to the court with determined focus. It was an important game for not only the side, but one that marked captain Nat Panagarry’s 150th NSL appearance for Lightning.
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Loughborough athletes deliver in Rome
Athletes linked to Loughborough University produced some incredible performances at the European Athletics Championships 2024 in Rome.
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Loughborough athletes return to UK with clutch of medals
Loughborough-linked athletes returned home from the World Para Athletics Championship with a huge medal haul after several impressive performances.
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Loughborough Sport and Active Iron enter new partnership
Loughborough Sport has partnered with innovative iron supplement experts, Active Iron.
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Lightning confirmed for relaunched Netball Super League
Loughborough Lightning are among eight successful teams set to propel the League forward from next season following the completion of a tender process
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Lightning secure superb one-two at the Loughborough Cycling Festival
Lucy Harris and Jenny Holl both produced stunning performances as Lightning secured a dominant one-two in the Jose Gilbert Memorial Trophy at this year’s Loughborough Cycling Festival.
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Back to winning ways at home, Lightning beat Strathclyde Sirens
With a change to the team for the game, seeing training partner Georgie Brock-Taylor replace Nat Panagarry, Hannah Joseph found herself wearing the title of captain for Lightning. Lightning’s line up also saw a last-minute change with Alice Harvey resuming her usual position as goalkeeper rather than Annabel Roddy.
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Loughborough International delivers on a day of high sporting drama
Great Britain’s Katarina Johnson-Thompson underpinned her Paris medal hopes by recording a season’s best in the high jump at the 2024 Loughborough International Athletics (LIA).
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Lightning secure unprecedented hat-trick of title wins
Loughborough Lightning’s Wheelchair Basketball side continued its phenomenal dominance in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) by winning a third consecutive title on Saturday evening.
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Loughborough University reiterates its pledge to clean sport
In conjunction with UK Anti-Doping (UKAD), Loughborough University has once again continued its commitment to clean sport.
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Loughborough team ready to take home advantage this weekend
The Loughborough team will be looking to take full home advantage at this weekend’s annual Loughborough International, as Loughborough Past and Present take on teams from England, Wales, Scotland, the National Athletics League and GB&NI Juniors.
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Round thirteen of the Netball Super League sees Loughborough Lightning take a confident win against home side Team Bath.
This week’s away game at the Team Bath Arena saw Lightning skilfully take the win against a strong home side, allowing them to return to winning ways after last week’s agonising loss against fellow top-of-the-league team, Manchester Thunder.
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Loughborough Sport and Kitman Labs enter new partnership
Loughborough Sport has partnered with leading data and intelligence platform, Kitman Labs.
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Loughborough University and leading nutrition brand Science in Sport unveil partnership
Loughborough University has announced a new partnership with world-leading nutrition brand, Science in Sport (SiS), ahead of a huge summer of sporting action.
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England beat France to retain Six Nations crown
England retained the Women’s Six Nations title in style with a convincing 42-21 victory over 14-player France in Bordeaux.
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Lightning remain victorious against strong Leeds Rhinos side
This week it was another win for Loughborough Lightning during their away game at the First Direct Arena against home side Leeds Rhinos. With 3,700 attendees watching the game, the round eleven action did not disappoint.
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Round 10 showdown sees Lightning take the victory over Saracens Mavericks
Loughborough Lightning defended their current streak of home wins against Saracens Mavericks, with a radiant shooting display from Mary Cholhok.
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Lightning take the win over a battling Severn Stars
Loughborough Lightning’s trip to Worcester saw a highly contested game against Severn Stars. With both teams holding second and third place on the league table respectively, the game was not one to be missed.
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Loughborough swimmers impress at British Championships
Loughborough University-linked swimmers produced some remarkable performances at the British Championships to book their respective places at this summer’s Olympic Games in Paris.
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Loughborough University Tennis Academy players eye up trophies at Junior National Championships
Following a successful U16’s LTA Junior Nationals Event this week where three Loughborough University National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) Players were competing, six LUNTA players will now compete in in the U18 LTA Junior National Championships in Roehampton.
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A ruthless Lightning team performance dominates Sirens in Glasgow.
An away trip to Strathclyde Sirens allowed Head Coach, Vic Burgess to give her Lightning players valuable minutes. She made two changes to the starting seven, with Bella Baylis and Ella Clark replacing Nat Panagarry and Rhea Dixon. Hannah Joseph was provided the captaincy and led the team out in Glasgow.
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Loughborough hosts key international junior tennis tournament
Loughborough University welcomed the tennis stars of tomorrow to campus as it hosted the International Tennis Federation’s (ITF) J100 tournament on campus.
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A highly contested, top of the table clash sees Lightning take another win
This week’s round six, highly anticipated match between Lightning and Thunder certainly did not disappoint, with both teams performing to the highest levels. Each team has now become a familiar favourite within the league, meaning that their contest showcased two strong, structured teams taking to court, yet in the end it was Lightning that came out on top.
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Loughborough University hosts bumper BUCS Big Wednesday
Loughborough University delivered a British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) "Big Wednesday" to remember as it played host to a day of enthralling sporting action across its world-renowned campus.
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Loughborough Sport bolsters senior leadership team with new appointments
Loughborough Sport has bolstered its senior leadership team with the appointment of two new directors.
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Lightning secure victory over Leeds Rhinos in Round Five of the NSL
Lightning welcomed Leeds Rhinos onto campus as they looked to build on their strong start to the Netball Super League season. Vic Burgess once again went with an unchanged starting seven in front of a home, sell-out crowd at Sir David Wallace.
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Loughborough Sport and Rhino enter new partnership
Loughborough Sport has joined forces with leading sports equipment provider, Rhino.
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Lightning return to winning ways against Mavericks
Following last week's narrow defeat to London Pulse, Lightning faced a trip down to Hertfordshire Sports Village to face league opponents Saracens Mavericks in attempt to get back to winning ways.
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Computacenter extends partnership with Loughborough Sport
Loughborough Sport is thrilled to announce its long-standing partnership with Computacenter has been extended for another year.
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Alumna Caudery wins “unbelievable” world title in Glasgow
Pole vault star Molly Caudery won a sensational gold medal at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Glasgow this weekend.
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Lighting face narrow defeat to Pulse in a highly contested rematch of last year’s Grand Final
Lightning were on the road for the first time this season for their highly anticipated fixture against Pulse. With a record attendance at the Copper Box Arena, the game delivered the same amount of drama and intensity as last year's Netball Super League Grand Final.
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Loughborough win 34 medals at BUCS Indoor Athletics Championships
Loughborough athletes had one of their best-ever BUCS performances at the 2024 BUCS Indoor Championships, winning 34 medals and setting three Championship Best Performances at the Sheffield EIS Arena between the 23rd and 25th February.
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Huge medal haul for Loughborough athletes at the British National Track Championships
Loughborough’s performance cyclists returned home with 13 medals after a hugely impressive British National Track Championships in Manchester.
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Lightning bank another impressive win against Team Bath in round two
On Saturday, Lightning welcomed Team Bath to campus for their first fixture of the season held at Sir David Wallace. Fans arrived in their numbers to support the team in their challenge to retain the Super League title.
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Loughborough athletes take World University Cross Country gold in Oman
Seven Loughborough students travelled to the World University Cross Country Championships in Muscat, Oman, where BUCS rivals Loughborough and Birmingham joined together to take mixed relay gold.
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Medal Success for Loughborough at UK Indoor and UK Winter Throws Championships
It was a hugely successful weekend for Loughborough as current students, alumni and Loughborough-based athletes won medals across both the UK Indoor and UK Winter Throws Championships.
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Lightning soar ahead of Storm at Netball Super League season opener
Loughborough Lightning took the win at their first game of the 2024 Netball Super League season this weekend against rivals Surrey Storm, with an impressive final score of 63-50, paving the way for what is set to be an exhilarating season of netball.
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Loughborough athletes set for World Aquatics Championships
Loughborough University will be well represented at the upcoming World Aquatics Championships in Doha.
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Loughborough University strengthens partnership with Hudl
Loughborough University has reaffirmed its status as a centre of excellence for performance analysis by extending its partnership with Hudl for another three years.
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Shepherd to spearhead ParalympicsGB’s nutrition strategy at Paralympic Games
Andrew Shepherd, Loughborough Sport’s Lead Performance Nutritionist, will join up with ParalympicsGB ahead of this summer’s 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.
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LUNTA players gearing up for Australian Open Junior Championships
Two players from Loughborough University’s National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) have touched down in Melbourne ahead of the Australian Open Junior Championships.
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Aldi UK extends deal with Loughborough University
Aldi, Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket, has pledged to continue its support of Loughborough University’s Men’s Performance Football Team for another year.
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Hinch and Earps named in King’s Honours list
Loughborough University alumnae sporting stars Maddie Hinch and Mary Earps have both been named in the latest King’s New Year Honours list.
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Brent Lakatos: From Canada via Loughborough with all eyes on Paris (VIDEO)
On first inspection, the Canadian city of Dorval has few similarities with Loughborough.
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Loughborough athletes contribute to Britain’s best ever Euro Cross gold medal haul
Loughborough athletes contributed to a record GB&NI medal haul at this weekend’s European Cross Country Championships, with all but one Loughborough student, alumni or Loughborough-based athlete returning from Brussels with a medal in their bags.
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Lightning Netball and Long Tall Sally extend working relationship
Loughborough University has announced that specialist tall clothing retailer Long Tall Sally will continue as Lightning Netball’s headline sponsor for the upcoming 2024 Super League season.
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World record broken as Loughborough swimmers clinch huge medal haul in Bucharest
Daniel Wiffen produced a magnificent performance to break the 800m freestyle world record at the European Short Course Championships in Romania.
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Lightning gearing up for wheelchair basketball title defence
Loughborough Lightning’s Wheelchair Basketball side are looking towards a hat-trick of title wins as the Women’s Premier League (WPL) returns for a new season this December.
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Loughborough athletes selected for European Cross Country Championships
15 Loughborough athletes have been selected to compete for their respective national teams at the European Cross Country Championships in Belgium next month.
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NFL Academy athlete Timi Oke commits to Northwestern University
Timi Oke, the latest exciting talent to graduate from the NFL Academy, has officially committed to the Division 1 U.S. college football program at Northwestern University — becoming the first NFL Academy player to sign with a Big Ten Conference team.
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Loughborough University and West Ham United women’s team launch study in player development
Loughborough University has launched a joint study with West Ham United women’s team to gather data on women’s football to enhance the understanding, development, and performance of its female players.
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Loughborough success at Liverpool Cross Challenge
Although a typical Saturday in Liverpool is full of either Everton blue or Liverpool FC red, on Saturday 25th November, Merseyside’s Sefton Park had a distinctive African Violet feel to it.
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Loughborough’s Pichardie captains Spain in USA defeat
Loughborough Rugby’s back row Mario Pichardie captained Spain in their recent La Vila International Rugby Cup match versus the USA.
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Loughborough Squash pledges to support the next generation of talent
Loughborough University’s Squash programme has pledged to support the next generation of sporting talent by offering bespoke training to junior players for the 2023/34 season.
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International athletes shine at Loughborough Swimming Meet
Top swimming talent from across the UK and further afield turned on the style at this weekend’s inaugural Loughborough International Swimming Meet.
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NFL Academy athlete Daniel Akinkunmi commits to the University of Oklahoma
NFL Academy athlete Daniel Akinkunmi has become the latest exciting talent to graduate from the program and set to join a Division 1 US college, committing to Big 12 Conference team, the University of Oklahoma.
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Yasmina Eissa: The road to the Paralympic Games
Loughborough University Para Badminton star athlete Yasmina Eissa has her sights well set on the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris.
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Tolman claims silver at Belgian international
Loughborough’s Lizzie Tolman enjoyed a successful Yonex Belgian International competition earlier this month, returning home with a brilliant silver medal in the Women’s Doubles.
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Experts in Sport: Training load monitoring in elite sport - limitations and lessons from medicine
Among the plethora of sports technologies now available, how is athletes’ training and performance impacted and what effect does this have on sport as a whole?
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Lightning reveal star-studded squad ahead of new campaign
Loughborough Lightning has officially announced its squad ahead of the upcoming 2024 Netball Super League (NSL) season.
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World Championships sees incredible success for Loughborough University athletes
Loughborough University athletes are returning home as heroes after producing some extraordinary performances at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest.
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Loughborough celebrates its long-standing athletics success with Budapest event
Loughborough University’s long-standing success in athletics has been formally recognised at a key event held in Budapest, Hungary.
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Loughborough Students win medals at European Junior Athletics Championships
Loughborough students David Race (coach: Kyle Bennett) and Sean Anyaogu (TJ Ossai) will each be bringing back a medal from the European Junior Championships in Jerusalem, as they formed part of the Great Britain and Northern Ireland team that took on the rest of the continent.
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Loughborough athletes selected for 2023 IWBF European Championships
Loughborough University will be well represented at this month’s 2023 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) European Championships after a large contingent of Lightning players have been selected by their respective nations.
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Capewell sets new British record at Cycling World Championships
Loughborough’s involvement at the Cycling World Championships started in perfect fashion as current student Sophie Capewell set a new British record in the women's team sprint.
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Loughborough athletes selected for World Athletics Championships
Loughborough University will have a large contingent of athletes at this summer’s World Athletics Championships in Budapest.
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Lansiquot Lights up LEAP
Imani-Lara Lansiquot stormed to a new 100m PB of 11.01 at the annual Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP) meeting this weekend, leapfrogging Montell Douglas’s 2008 LEAP performance of 11.05 to go third on the all-time women’s UK lists, and breaking the Loughborough stadium record in the process.
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Cox claims stunning bronze at World Swimming Championships
Lauren Cox became the first British woman in seven years to medal individually at the Swimming World Championships after winning a brilliant bronze in Fukuoka, Japan.
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Athletics superstars to compete at LEAP
Loughborough University will host some of the biggest names in athletics this Saturday (29 July 2023) as the Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP) returns to campus for another year.
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John Steele OBE blog: Why the Commonwealth Games is an event to be cherished
The Commonwealth Games means so many different things, to so many different people, in so many different countries.
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Freeman appointed Loughborough D1 Women's Head Coach
Loughborough Riders are thrilled to announce the appointment of Tor Freeman as women’s Division One Head Coach.
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Loughborough athletes sparkle at Para Athletics World Championships
Athletes linked to Loughborough University performed incredibly well at the recent Para Athletics World Championships in Paris, bringing home a combined nine medals.
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Superb Searle seals Wimbledon Boys’ title
Loughborough’s Henry Searle produced a stunning performance to end Britain’s 61-year wait for a boys' singles champion at Wimbledon.
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Loughborough crowned BUCS Champions with record-breaking points tally
Loughborough University has secured an incredible 42nd consecutive British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) title after amassing a record number of points in the competition.
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Golden weekend for Loughborough Students at the UK Athletics Championships
In a weekend which saw every possible element of British weather, from torrential downpours to dazzling sunshine, six Loughborough students battled the conditions to win gold medals and become UK Athletics champions for 2023.
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Stanley to lead Riders and Loughborough BUCS side
Leicester Riders are thrilled to announce the appointment of Ben Stanley as head coach.
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Lightning appoint Nathan Smith as new Head Coach
Loughborough Lightning are delighted to announce the appointment of Nathan Smith as the Club’s new Head Coach.
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Alumna Hannah Dingley named first female manager of men’s professional football team
Alumna Hannah Dingley has made history by being named the new Caretaker Head Coach of Forest Green Rovers, becoming the first woman to manage a professional men’s football team in England.
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Loughborough athletes shine at Under 20/Under 23 National Championships
Loughborough students enjoyed a hugely successful Under 20/Under 23 National Championships as six athletes secured automatic spots on the upcoming GB&NI European teams.
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Loughborough alumnus takes on charity swim challenge
Andrew Donaldson, the Loughborough University alumnus, has taken on the ‘Ocean’s Seven Swim Challenge for Mental Health’, which involves the seven toughest and most iconic channel swims in the world, equating to a total of almost 200km.
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King's Birthday Honours: Three sporting Loughborough alumni recognised
Three Loughborough University sporting alumni have been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.
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The UK Sports Institute makes bold commitment to Para sport with Loughborough University
The UK Sports Institute (UKSI) and Loughborough University have pledged to collaborate in a broad range of areas and projects that ultimately seek to enhance Great Britain’s future Paralympic performance ambitions.
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Loughborough Lightning claim their second Netball Super League title over London Pulse at the Copper Box Arena
Loughborough Lightning won a second Netball Super League title with a 57-48 win over London Pulse at a sold-out Copper Box Arena.
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Superb Lightning win historic Super League title
Loughborough Lightning won an incredible second Super League title after coming from behind to beat London Pulse 57-48 at the Copper Box Arena.
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Lightning strike and take an emphatic win over the reigning champions Manchester Thunder in front of an electric home crowd
Loughborough Lightning make this year’s Netball Super League Grand Final following an impressive home display against last year’s champions Manchester Thunder, beating them 65-59.
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A late Lightning comeback wasn’t enough to silence league leaders Pulse
London Pulse celebrate a 61-58 victory over Lightning at the Copper Box Arena in both team’s penultimate league game of the season.
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Warner-Judd books place at World Championships after winning 10,000m title
Jessica Warner-Judd has qualified for this year’s World Championships after winning back-to-back titles at the Night of 10,000m PBs fixture hosted in London.
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Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball win back-to-back league titles
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball secured consecutive league titles following another incredible campaign in the Women’s Premier League.
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Johnson-Thompson stars at action-packed LIA
Team GB star Katarina Johnson-Thompson lit up this year’s Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on a glorious spring day at the Paula Radcliffe Stadium.
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Lightning take their second win of the 2023 season over Surrey Storm
Loughborough Lightning triumphed over Surrey Storm for a second time in the 2023 Netball Super League season. Round 18 saw both teams work tirelessly on court in a match that proved to be very contesting. This away win for Lightning results in Surrey Storm’s venue not being used as part of the semi-finals.
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Martin Webdale announced as Loughborough Students RFC Head Coach
Loughborough Students RFC are delighted to announce that Martin Webdale will be staying on as Head Coach of the programme in a full-time position ahead of the 2023-24 season.
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Lightning Wheelchair Basketball trio called-up to GB World Championships squad
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball trio Lucy Robinson, Siobhán Fitzpatrick, and Maddie Martin have all been called up to the Great Britain Women’s squad for the upcoming 2022 IWBF World Championships in Dubai.
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Huge success for Loughborough at Rugby Players Association (RPA) awards
Loughborough-linked rugby players collected numerous accolades at this year’s Rugby Players Association (RPA) Awards, cementing the University’s first-class reputation of developing athletes in the sport.
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Loughborough Looks to Take Home Advantage at the 65th Loughborough International
Paralympic Champion Thomas Young and double 2022 European medallist Alex Haydock Wilson headline the Loughborough Past and Present team for this weekend’s Loughborough International. They will compete in the traditional curtain raiser of the season against teams from England, Wales, GB & NI Juniors, Scotland and a National League team.
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Loughborough University awarded as host of BUCS Big Wednesday
Following an extensive bidding process, it has been confirmed that Loughborough University will host BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) Big Wednesday for the first time since 2015.
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NFL Academy athlete Emmanuel Okoye commits to the University of Tennessee
NFL Academy athlete Emmanuel Okoye has become the latest player to graduate from the program and join a Division 1 US college after committing to the University of Tennessee.
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Lightning’s Williams named in England Netball’s World Cup squad
Loughborough Lightning’s Fran Williams has been selected in the Vitality Roses squad for the upcoming Netball World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa.
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Katarina Johnson-Thompson set to compete at LIA 2023
British sporting icon Katarina Johnson-Thompson has confirmed her place at this year’s Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday 21 May 2023.
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Loughborough Cycling Festival returns to campus
The next generation of UK’s elite cyclists will once again showcase their talents in the region as the Loughborough Cycling Festival returns on Sunday 28 May.
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Alumna Sarah Hunter lands pivotal Red Roses coaching role
Former Loughborough Lightning captain and Loughborough University alumna Sarah Hunter has been added to the new coaching setup at England Women’s Rugby.
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Taylor and Phillips to spearhead Loughborough University National Tennis Academy
Loughborough University National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) have today announced the appointment of two new Head Coaches to lead the development of junior international players as part of the LTA’s Player Pathway.
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England triumphant in Women’s Six Nations
England Women held off a brave fightback from France to claim a fifth successive Six Nations title this weekend in front of 58,498 fans at Twickenham.
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Lightning show their Pride once again with a win over Saracens Mavericks
Loughborough Lightning achieved a successful weekend with another win against Saracens Mavericks as the Netball Super League continues to celebrate Pride. Round 15 saw the two sides came head-to-head on the bank holiday with Lightning walking away with a second win after beating Manchester Thunder only two days before. The events of the two Pride rounds meant that Nat Panagarry’s Lightning side now sit in the second position of the league table with only two losses.
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Lightning silence Thunder in an emphatic win at Sir David Wallace
After a hugely competitive match, Lightning secured the win over Manchester Thunder 65-57 and gained another three points in the league. Both teams remain in the top four of the table and look to learn and recover before their next game.
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Alumna Jo Harten announces retirement from international netball
Vitality Rose Jo Harten has announced her retirement from international netball with immediate effect.
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Loughborough’s Bates appointed Head Coach for Invictus Games
Loughborough’s George Bates has been appointed Team UK Head Coach for Wheelchair Basketball for the upcoming Invictus Games.
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Lightning secure the win against a fierce Sirens side
The clash between Lightning and Sirens ended 61-45 with full-court action for the entire game and saw Lightning end the game with their ninth win whilst retaining their fourth-place spot in the table. Sirens remain seventh in the league after having failed to seal a win against Lightning, which would have been their first.
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Loughborough Lightning achieve away win over Celtic Dragons
The twelfth round of the Netball Super League saw Loughborough Lightning defeat Celtic Dragons at House of Sport, Cardiff. With a final score of 48 - 65.
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Wiffen continues record-breaking streak in Stockholm
Loughborough University swimmer Daniel Wiffen broke his own Ireland record with a sensational performance in the men’s 400m freestyle on day one of Swim Open Stockholm.
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Lightning make a comeback with victory over Severn Stars in round 10
Lightning travelled to the University of Worcester Arena and put out a strong away performance against Severn Stars, defeating them 41-61.
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Loughborough-linked sports women named in BBC Woman’s Hour Power List 2023
Four female sporting powerhouses with links to Loughborough University have been named in BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour Power List 2023: Women in Sport.
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New multi-million-pound training environment officially opened at Loughborough University (VIDEO)
Loughborough University has officially opened the doors to its brand-new Powerbase gym extension following significant financial investment.
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Sport leaders converge at London Stadium to deliver Black in Sport Summit 2023 (VIDEO)
Leaders from across the sport industry came together on Saturday 25 March to deliver Loughborough University’s student-led initiative the Black in Sport Summit (BISS).
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A fiercely competitive game with Pulse ends in defeat for Lightning
A fiercely contested battle between two title contenders ended in narrow 49 - 55 defeat for Lightning as Pulse take home the points during Monday Night Netball.
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Lightning storm to another win over top of the league Surrey Storm
Lightning victorious over title contender Surrey Storm with a stellar performance, winning 62-49 at the Sir David Wallace Arena.
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GB Hockey goalkeeper Hinch hangs up her gloves
Great Britain Hockey's Olympic gold medal-winning goalkeeper Maddie Hinch has retired from the sport.
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England’s most-capped player Sarah Hunter to retire
England and Loughborough Lightning back row forward, Sarah Hunter, will retire from professional rugby after this weekend’s Red Roses clash with Scotland.
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Lightning back to winning ways after facing a strong Rhinos team
Lightning make a third quarter comeback to defeat Leeds Rhinos 63-49 on Mother's Day at the Sir David Wallace Arena.
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Coach Danny Kerry joins Canada Hockey Team
Alumnus Danny Kerry has recently been announced as the new Head Coach of the Canadian national Women’s Hockey Team.
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Lightning players set for Women’s Six Nations duty
Loughborough Lightning will be well represented at this year’s Women’s Six Nations with 14 players called up for international duty.
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Loughborough research will aim to increase female participation in wheelchair rugby
Loughborough University is set to collaborate with World Wheelchair Rugby (WWR), Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby (GBWR), and UK Sport on a study that researchers hope will increase female participant levels in the sport.
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Athletic Performance coach joins Loughborough Sport’s Support Services
Loughborough Sport is delighted to welcome new recruit Cormac Ryan to its Support Services team.
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Lightning’s 2023 Netball Super League unbeaten run comes to an end with defeat to Manchester Thunder
Loughborough Lightning saw their unbeaten Netball Super League run come to an end with a 62-55 defeat against Manchester Thunder at Belle Vue Arena during Friday Night Netball.
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Global sporting superstars added to Black in Sport Summit 2023 line-up
Organisers of the Black in Sport Summit (BISS) have secured a major coup with sport icons Lewis Hamilton, Alice Dearing, and Richard Riakporhe all confirmed to take part in the 2023 showpiece event.
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Earps scoops Best Women’s Goalkeeper trophy at FIFA Awards
Loughborough alumna Mary Earps has been crowned The Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper 2022 at The Best FIFA Football Awards™.
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Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra completes training camp at Loughborough University (VIDEO)
India’s Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has completed a winter training camp at Loughborough University.
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Former javelin world record holder and alumnus visits Loughborough University (VIDEO)
Loughborough University has welcomed back one of its greatest sporting alumni as Steve Backley OBE recently visited campus.
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Loughborough Lightning remain undefeated with a win in a tough game against Cardiff Met Archers
Loughborough Lightning are still undefeated; they are striving to maintain this status and keep the top place in the league. On Saturday, Loughborough Lightning travelled to Wales to play Cardiff Met Archers for the first time this season. It was a tough game in parts, but Lightning pulled together in the end and produced a win with a 20-point difference.
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Another home win for Lightning against a strong Mavericks side
Loughborough Lightning’s second home game of the 2023 Netball Superleague Season brought them up against Saracens Mavericks available to watch live on Sky Sports. The fixture sets to be an enticing one with Lightning unbeaten in the season so far and Mavericks having a mixed start to the season with one win and one loss.
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78 Loughborough-Linked athletes compete at the 2023 UK Indoor Athletics Championships
There was a distinctive Loughborough feel to the recent UK Indoor Athletics Championships at the Birmingham Utilita Arena, which saw 78 Loughborough students, alumni and Loughborough-based athletes compete over the weekend of the 18th/19th February.
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Lightning continue their unbeaten start to the Netball Super League season with an away win over Strathclyde Sirens
On Monday, Lightning travelled north to face Strathclyde Sirens in their second away game of the 2023 Netball Super League season. Lightning put out an impressive performance, earning a hard-fought victory over Sirens who brought a lot of intensity and tempo to the game.
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Lightning strike again in round 2 with victory over Celtic Dragons
The second round of the 2023 Netball Super League Season saw Lightning come up against the Celtic Dragons. The fixture welcomed all fans back to the Sir David Wallace Sports Hall for the season's first home game and marked the 150th Lightning appearance for Hannah Joseph.
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Support needed to enhance PE provision for young people not in mainstream schooling – new study
New research has found that physical education (PE) provision away from the mainstream schooling system may not be supporting young people as effectively as it might, leading to them potentially missing out on positive developmental opportunities.
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John Steele OBE to step down as Executive Director of Sport at Loughborough University
John Steele has today announced that he will be stepping down as Loughborough University’s Executive Director of Sport in January next year.
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Simpson appointed to Sports Council Trust Company board
Jo Simpson, Loughborough University’s Commercial and Facilities Director for Sport, has been appointed a Non-Executive Director to the Sports Council Trust Company (SCTC) board – a subsidiary of Sport England.
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Lightning achieve their first victory of the 2023 NSL season over Team Bath
The first round of 2023 Netball Superleague Season saw Loughborough Lightning celebrate a 52-86 victory over Team Bath at the season opening event held in Nottingham. An event which saw all ten NSL teams come together for the first time in a single day.
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Stellar speaker line-up revealed for the Black in Sport Summit
Elite-level athletes, international broadcasters, and inspirational individuals from the black community are among the speakers confirmed for the 2023 Black in Sport Summit (BISS).
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Lightning Wheelchair Basketball deliver an impressive display against East London Phoenix
Loughborough Lightning executed an impressive performance in their first away game of the season against last year’s finalists, East London Phoenix.
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Lightning Netball confirm leadership team for 2023 Netball Super League campaign
Loughborough Lightning is delighted to confirm Nat Panagarry will remain captain for the new 2023 Super League season with Hannah Joseph named as vice-captain.
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New research to offer guidance to athletes supporting pregnant partners
Researchers from Loughborough University will spearhead a new project looking at how athletes can better support their partners throughout pregnancy.
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Loughborough Cross Country Team strike BUCS gold in West Wales
Loughborough travelled down to the national BUCS Cross Country Championships in Pembrey Country Park in Carmarthenshire on Saturday 4th February, and came away with a haul of eleven medals including three of the four team wins and three individual golds from a possible four.
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Loughborough swimmers dominate 2023 Luxembourg Euro Meet
Loughborough University swimmers produced some spectacular performances at the 2023 Luxembourg Euro Meet, coming home with an impressive medal haul that included 10 golds.
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Loughborough’s Director of Swimming appointed to the British Swimming Coaches Association board
Andi Manley, Loughborough University’s Director of Swimming, has just been appointed to the British Swimming Coaches Association (BSCA) board.
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Long Tall Sally named Lightning Netball headline sponsor
Specialist tall clothing retailer Long Tall Sally has been confirmed as Loughborough Lightning Netball’s headline sponsor for the 2023 Netball Super League season.
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Alumnus Baxter appointed new Loughborough Lightning Head Coach
Loughborough Lightning Women’s football performance programme is delighted to confirm the appointment of Charlie Baxter as its new Head Coach.
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Lightning Wheelchair Basketball begin their title defence with a victory over Worcester Wolves
Loughborough Lightning opened their 2023 Women’s Premier League season campaign with a convincing victory over visitors Worcester Wolves on Sunday.
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Lightning complete pre-season with victory over Strathclyde Sirens
Loughborough Lightning celebrated a 65-58 victory over visiting side Strathclyde Sirens in their final pre-season clash on Sunday ahead of the 2023 season.
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Ruthless Ranah advances to Australian Open Juniors semi-finals
Loughborough’s Ranah Stoiber is on the verge of a maiden Grand Slam Juniors tennis final after advancing to the semi-finals of the Australian Open Juniors.
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Paralympic Games champion Kramer signs for Lightning (VIDEO)
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has secured a major coup with the signing of Netherlands international and Paralympic Games champion, Bo Kramer.
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Stoiber powers through to Australian Open Juniors quarter-final
Loughborough University National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) player Ranah Stoiber has stormed through to the Australian Open Juniors quarter-final stage.
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Minister for Sport Stuart Andrew MP visits NFL Academy at Loughborough
Stuart Andrew MP – Minister for Sport, Tourism and Civil Society – visited both Loughborough University and Loughborough College on Thursday 19 January to see first-hand the positive impact the National Football League (NFL) Academy is having on the region.
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Sky pledges support to the Black In Sport Summit
Sky, Europe's leading media and entertainment company, has pledged its support to the ground-breaking initiative led by a group of Loughborough University students, the Black In Sport Summit (BISS). The partnership forms part of Sky’s £30 million commitment towards tackling systemic racism.
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Loughborough agrees partnership with Hackney Wick FC to create new academy
Loughborough University and Loughborough College have agreed a community development partnership with London-based football club Hackney Wick.
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Experts in Sport podcast: How to stay motivated on your new year fitness journey
With the festive season now a distant memory, many of us have swapped turkey and mince pies for kettlebells and treadmills as we attempt to live healthier in 2023.
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Loughborough athletes win European Cross Country medals
There were eight past and present Loughborough athletes in action at the European Cross Country Championships in Turin, Italy on Saturday 17 December, where Great Britain & Northern Ireland topped the overall medal table.
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Medals galore for Loughborough badminton athletes
The English National Championships took place at the National Badminton Centre, Milton Keynes on 10 and 11 December with Loughborough athletes bringing home a total of 6 medals.
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England Rugby icon receives honorary degree from Loughborough University
England Rugby Women’s captain Sarah Hunter MBE has been awarded an honorary degree from Loughborough University.
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Lightning successful in Allianz Premier 15s tender process for 2023-24 season onwards
The RFU can confirm that Loughborough Lightning have been offered a place in the Allianz Premier 15s competition from the 2023-24 season, subject to the signing of shareholder and other agreements.
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Ultra X co-founder trains for success with Loughborough’s Physiology services (VIDEO)
Sam Heward, an Ultra Runner and co-founder of Ultra X, has shared his experience of undergoing physiology testing at Loughborough University in order to improve his running performance.
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Lightning Netball confirm two training partner additions to 2023 squad
Loughborough Lightning Netball are pleased to reveal that Lightning stalwart Lauren Nicholls and rising academy talent Alex Johnson will join the squad for 2023 as additional training partners.
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Alumnus Donaldson appointed Head of Para Sport
Alumnus Alasdair Donaldson has been appointed Loughborough University’s new Head of Para Sport.
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Wonderful Wiffen breaks yet more Irish records
Loughborough swimmer Daniel Wiffen continued his remarkable recent form to break two new Irish records at the 2022 Scottish National Championships in Edinburgh.
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Loughborough University selected as new England Athletics Talent Hub
Loughborough University has announced a new partnership with England Athletics that will see it become a new national Talent Hub.
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Loughborough University agrees ground-breaking partnership with West Ham United Women (VIDEO)
Loughborough University has become the official higher education partner of West Ham United Women – the first partnership of its kind in the Barclays Women's Super League.
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Loughborough Sport extends partnership with Computacenter
Loughborough Sport are delighted to confirm that its long-standing partnership with Computacenter has been extended.
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Lightning Wheelchair Basketball announce fixtures for 2023 season
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball will open their 2023 campaign at home on the 29th January as they host Worcester Wolves in the Women’s Premier League.
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Loughborough welcomes UK Athletics new Performance Innovation Centre
Senior colleagues at Loughborough University have welcomed the announcement of UK Athletics’ new Performance Innovation Centre, a move that will help cement Birmingham’s Commonwealth Games legacy.
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Wiffen breaks Irish record as Loughborough dominate BUCS Short Course Championships
Current student Daniel Wiffen stormed to a new Irish record in the men’s 800m freestyle as Loughborough swimmers dominated the British Universities & Colleges (BUCS) Short Course Championships in Sheffield.
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Glasspool appears at the end of year ATP finals in Turin
Lloyd Glasspool, tennis player and current Loughborough student, has appeared at the ATP finals in Turin, Italy.
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Heartbreak for England in World Cup final
England suffered heartbreak in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final as New Zealand edged a thrilling encounter 34-31 in front of a world-record crowd in Auckland.
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Nicholls selected to represent Great Britain for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals
Alumna and Loughborough-based tennis player Olivia Nicholls has been selected to play in the Billie Jean King Cup Finals as part of the Great Britain team.
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Lightning football Head Coach steps down for new role at the FA
Loughborough Lightning Women’s Head Coach Issy Martin will step down from her current position to take on a new challenge with the FA.
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Hansson wins silver at FINA World Cup
Loughborough swimmer Louise Hansson continued her fine recent form to take silver at the FINA World Cup in Toronto.
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Loughborough students named as training partners to complete Lightning’s 2023 squad
Loughborough Lightning Netball has revealed that Loughborough University students Clara Miles, Bella Baylis, and Molly Hole will complete Lightning’s 2023 Netball Super League squad as training partners.
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Loughborough students added to UK Sport Paralympic World Class Programme
British Athletics has announced its nominations onto the UK Sport Paralympic World Class Programme (WCP) for 2022/23, which includes 14 Loughborough students, alumni and Loughborough-based athletes.
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Loughborough Basketball and Leicester Riders strengthen relationship
Loughborough Basketball and the Leicester Riders have strengthened their working relationship ahead of the new British Basketball League campaign.
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Sweet sixteen for World Cup bound Lightning players
Loughborough Lightning will be well represented at the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup with 16 of its players set to appear on the sport’s biggest stage.
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Researchers attend exclusive NFL event at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Researchers from Loughborough University visited Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this week to witness first-hand the NFL’s International Combine.
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Nine star-studded sportspeople inducted into the Loughborough Sport Hall of Fame
On 30 September 2022, nine alumni were inducted into the Loughborough Sport Hall of Fame. The event returned following a three-year break and also honoured three people with Distinguished Alumni Awards.
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Lightning complete 2023 line-up with star studded shooting quartet
Loughborough Lightning’s 2023 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) squad is now complete with the announcement of returners Mary Cholhok, Emma Thacker, Suzie Liverseidge, and new recruit Rhea Dixon.
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Ace coach Phillips joins LUNTA
Loughborough University National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) has appointed Morgan Phillips as its new Academy Coach.
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Lightning confirm defensive signings for new season
Lightning Netball has further bolstered their 2023 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) squad today with confirmation that Alice Harvey, Fran Williams, Jas Odeogberin and Zan Vimbela will all return to make up the team’s defensive unit.
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Lightning midcourt quartet return for new campaign
Loughborough Lightning have kick-started their 2023 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) signing window today, with confirmation that 2022 midcourt quartet Nat Panagarry, Hannah Joseph, Beth Cobden and Hannah Williams will all return to the purple dress next season.
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Lightning players selected for Vitality Roses
Six Loughborough Lightning players have been selected in the latest Vitality Roses squad, including a first senior international call-up for Alice Harvey.
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Cachia joins Loughborough as new Women’s Hockey Performance Head Coach
Loughborough University is delighted to announce the appointment of Jamie Cachia as its new Women’s Hockey Performance Head Coach.
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Hansson wins stunning gold in Rome as more Loughborough medals claimed
Louise Hansson student continued her fine form on the international stage by winning gold in the 100m butterfly at the European Aquatics Championships.
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Wilby crowned European champion as Loughborough athletes impress in Rome
James Wilby’s incredible sporting summer continued in style as he claimed 200m breaststroke gold at the European Aquatics Championships in Rome.
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Strong Loughborough athletics contingent heading to European Championships
On the eve of the athletics getting underway at the Commonwealth Games, British Athletics have today announced the 115-strong Great Britain and Northern Ireland team set to compete at the European Championships on the 15th – 21st August in Munich, Germany, with Loughborough-linked athletes making up over a quarter of the team set to take on the best in Europe.
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Alumna Earps helps England storm to Euro 2022 final following impressive semi-final performance
The UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 tournament is drawing to a close – and one key player you’ll be seeing in the final is Loughborough alumna, England goalkeeper Mary Earps.
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Lightning Football agree season long loan with Leicester City Academy Graduates
Loughborough Lightning football has agreed a season-long loan and dual registration with Barclays Women's Super League team Leicester City’s Academy Graduates.
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Loughborough launches dedicated website for the Commonwealth Games
Loughborough University’s dedicated website for the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games is now live.
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Loughborough alumnus Wightman wins stunning World Championship gold
Loughborough University alumnus Jake Wightman produced a stunning performance in the Men’s 1500m to win gold at the World Championships in Eugene, Oregon.
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Loughborough win yet another BUCS title with record points haul
Loughborough University has continued its dominance at British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) by winning an unprecedented 41st consecutive title.
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Loughborough at the World Athletics Championships – Days 1 – 3
The World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon started on the 15th July, with a strong representation from Loughborough athletes.
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Loughborough student creates support hub for young athletes and their parents (VIDEO)
A Loughborough University student has created a ground-breaking online platform that supports athletes and parents with wellbeing.
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Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay - meet the Batonbearers!
Excitement is building as the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay is set to arrive on campus on Monday (11 July) as its official Loughborough tour starts from the University.
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County cricketers experience “rollercoaster” of mental health experiences – new study
County cricketers across England experience a “rollercoaster” of mental health emotions throughout their career, a new study has found.
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NFL stars touchdown in Loughborough
A cast of stars from the NFL have descended on campus as the University and Loughborough College kick-started a new partnership with the American football giant.
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Loughborough students selected to compete at World Championships
Thirteen Loughborough past and present students have been selected to compete for Great Britain & Northern Ireland at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Oregon, USA taking place between the 15th – 24th July.
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Tokyo Olympic medallist commits to Loughborough
Loughborough Swimming has strengthened its roster yet further with the arrival of USA Olympic silver medallist, Paige Madden.
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Bradshaw secures World Championships qualification at 2022 UK Athletics Championships
Olympic pole vault bronze medallist and Loughborough scholar Holly Bradshaw (coach: Scott Simpson) won the UK Championships this weekend, securing her automatic selection to compete at the World Athletics Championships next month.
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Loughborough-linked Women’s Hockey players set for Commonwealth Games
Loughborough-linked Women’s Hockey players are once again set for the global stage as the home nations have confirmed their squads for the Commonwealth Games.
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Para Sport sculpture inspired by Loughborough athlete unveiled
A sculpture celebrating para athletes has been unveiled in Birmingham as part of the lead-up to the Commonwealth Games.
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Experts in Sport: Leadership in sport
Strong leadership in sport is vital for success but in practice how does this look and how is it achieved?
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Loughborough Students’ Athletic Union set to transition to the Sport Development Centre
Over the past few years, Loughborough Students’ Athletic Union (AU) has developed an increasingly diverse sporting offering (delivered through its Athletic Union Clubs) alongside experiencing a rapid expansion of members. As a result of this continued expansion, the Athletic Union has been placed under increasing pressure to facilitate the demand for support, resources, and access to professional expertise all whilst the staff resource available has remained much the same.
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Can football enhance the lives of refugees? – new study
A new project from researchers at Loughborough University is set to investigate how football may improve the lives of refugees.
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Lightning’s Beth Cobden named in Team England’s Netball Commonwealth Games squad
Loughborough Lightning’s Beth Cobden has been selected as part of Team England’s netball squad to take part in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games this summer.
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Loughborough tennis contingent set for Wimbledon
Loughborough University will have a large presence at Wimbledon this month as several of its athletes are set to compete at the major Grand Slam event.
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Lecturer embarks on rowing challenge
Loughborough University lecturer Dr Danny Longman will attempt to break the existing world record for rowing across the Black Sea in the quickest time.
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Loughborough and Le Col agree strategic partnership
Loughborough University has agreed a strategic partnership with leading performance cycling brand, Le Col.
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Olympians aiming to make a splash with Loughborough Swimming
Loughborough Swimming has secured a major coup as two current Olympians have agreed to join its ranks.
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Loughborough researchers collaborate with FIFA on artificial pitch testing (VIDEO)
Loughborough researchers have collaborated with international governing body giant FIFA to bring artificial pitch testing into the modern era.
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Loughborough and SIS Pitches partner to bring sustainable pitch to campus
Loughborough University and its long-standing partner SIS Pitches have collaborated to bring a fully sustainable pitch to campus.
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Lightning boss Burgess proud despite narrow defeat
Loughborough Lightning head coach Vic Burgess remains proud of her squad despite Sunday’s narrow defeat in the Vitality Netball Superleague Grand Final.
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Hollis and Kearney set for World Para Swimming Championships
Loughborough-based swimmer James Hollis has been joined by Tully Kearney as the pair complete their final preparations for the World Para Swimming Championships in Madeira, Portugal.
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Holland takes on new challenge with England Hockey
Brett Holland, Loughborough University’s Women's Hockey Performance Head Coach, will take on a new challenge in international hockey.
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Lightning Netball edged out by league leaders in round 20
Loughborough Lightning Netball succumbed to a disappointing 63-71 defeat over Manchester Thunder in a top of the table clash on Monday night.
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A day of high drama unfolds at Loughborough International
Spectators witnessed an action-packed day of top-class athletics as Loughborough International (LIA) once again opened its doors to the public this Sunday (May 22).
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Loughborough continues its pledge to clean sport
Loughborough University has once again pledged its continued commitment to clean sport.
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Loughborough tennis players set for French Open berth
Two tennis players from Loughborough University have been selected to compete at this year’s French Open in Paris.
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Loughborough look to take home advantage at the 2022 Loughborough International
A Loughborough team that contains Olympians, GB Internationals and multiple BUCS medallists is set to take on the best of British this Sunday in the annual Loughborough International.
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Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball crowned champions
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has made history by winning the inaugural Women’s Premier League title.
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Record crowd sees Lightning secure victory at Franklin's Gardens
Under clear blue skies, on a baking hot day, Loughborough Lightning scorched the hallowed turf at Franklin’s Gardens as they came face to face with an all-star Harlequins team.
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ParalympicsGB star Young set to light up Loughborough International
Paralympic Games gold-medallist Thomas Young has confirmed his place at this year’s Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday 22 May 2022.
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Lightning’s Six Nations heroes set for Franklin's Gardens clash
Loughborough Lightning will welcome back its victorious Women’s Six Nations players for Saturday’s landmark clash versus Harlequins Women at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens.
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Loughborough researchers to collaborate with leading Universities in Australia
Researchers at Loughborough University have reached an agreement to work closely with colleagues from both the University of Sydney and the University of Queensland.
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Loughborough student secures dream NFL move
Loughborough student Adedayo Odeleye has earned a dream move to the Houston Texans in the NFL as part of the 2022 International Player Pathway program.
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Experts in Sport: Sustainability and climate change
In the latest Experts in Sport podcast, guests Dr Maddy Orr and Dr Russell Seymour, provide an informative discussion on sport, climate change and sustainability.
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Lightning stars selected for Vitality Roses 2022-23 Programme
Six Loughborough Lightning players have been included in the latest 24-strong England Netball programme.
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NFL Academy to move operations to Loughborough
The National Football League’s UK-based NFL Academy will relocate to Loughborough College and Loughborough University for the start of the 2022-23 academic year, it was announced today.
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Loughborough Lightning Netball edge closer to play-offs with victory over Rhinos
Loughborough Lightning secured another victory on the road on Friday night with a convincing 71 – 56 win over northeast side Leeds Rhinos.
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Mackenzie called up by England Hockey senior women’s squad
Loughborough’s Lorna Mackenzie has been called up by England Hockey senior women’s squad for this weekend’s FIH Hockey Pro League games away to USA.
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Lightning Cricket tickets now on sale
Tickets for Lightning Cricket’s 2022 home fixtures are now on sale with supporters urged to take advantage of special ticket prices.
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Alumnus appointed new Loughborough Rugby Programme Manager
James Gallagher, a recent Loughborough graduate, has been appointed as the University’s new Rugby Programme Manager.
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Lightning grind out win in opening game of Easter weekend bonanza
Loughborough Lightning fought hard to secure a 57 – 54 victory over Surrey Storm in the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) on Saturday afternoon after an intense battle on court.
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Academy Tennis stars gain clean sweep on the National stage
Loughborough University National Tennis Academy is celebrating a full trophy haul after claiming victory in all four categories of the LTA Junior National Under 18s Championships last week.
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Javelin legend Backley inspires Loughborough throwers
Last weekend saw the return of one of Loughborough’s greatest sporting alumni as former javelin world record holder Steve Backley visited campus.
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Lightning set for Franklin’s Gardens return
Loughborough Lightning Rugby will return to cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens for their upcoming Allianz Premier 15s match versus Harlequins Women.
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Lightning Netball’s unbeaten run comes to an end with defeat to Thunder
Loughborough Lightning’s unbeaten run came to a halt on Monday night after visitors and league leaders Manchester Thunder recorded a 61-66 victory over the home side.
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Loughborough researchers to collaborate with the Gaelic Players Association
Loughborough University has teamed up with The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) – the official representative body for Gaelic football, hurling and camogie county players – to explore the role thinking styles and identity can have on inter-county players’ well-being over a competitive season.
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Lightning rugby stars gear up for Women’s Six Nations
Loughborough Lightning will have thirteen players representing their country on the international stage as the Tiktok Women's Six Nations gets underway on Saturday 26 March.
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Loughborough hockey players receive World Cup call-up
Five Loughborough hockey players have been selected to represent their country at the upcoming FIH Women’s Junior World Cup in South Africa.
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Loughborough review highlights opportunities created by disability-inclusive sport
A study examining the Flyerz hockey programme has revealed how taking an actively inclusive approach to sport can result in widespread benefit for players and their communities.
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Loughborough University awarded £1 million research grant
A research team from Loughborough University has been awarded a £1 million grant to deliver the second phase of the 2020 CRACK IT Challenges.
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Brock-Taylor ruled out of Lightning’s 2022 season
Loughborough Lightning Netball have announced that young mid-courter Georgie Brock-Taylor has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague after sustaining an injury to her knee.
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Professor Skinner to speak at key international event
Loughborough University London’s Professor James Skinner has been invited to speak at the Inaugural Sports Diplomacy Dialogue in Australia.
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A tribute to Eric Robertson
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eric Robertson who studied International Business and graduated in 2018.
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Experts in Sport: former chairman of IMG Media reveals his career secrets
In the latest Loughborough University Experts in Sport podcast, Michel Masquelier explains his career path from intern to chairman of IMG Media – the world's largest independent producer and distributor of sports programming.
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Borthwick and O'Donnell to join fellow Loughborough athletes in Belgrade
Tokyo Olympians Emily Borthwick and Chris O’Donnell will be joining the eight Loughborough athletes competing for their respective countries at the World Indoor Athletics Championships taking place on the 18th – 20th March in Belgrade, Serbia.
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Sawiuk appointed as Loughborough’s new Director of Football
Loughborough University has appointed Rebecca Sawiuk as its new Director of Football.
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Success for Loughborough cyclists at the National Track Championships
Loughborough cyclists enjoyed a successful National Track Championships that included brilliant title wins for both Joe Truman and Morgan Newberry.
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Scarratt recalled by England after injury lay off
Loughborough Lightning’s Emily Scarratt has been included in England’s 40-player training squad for the 2022 TikTok Women’s Six Nations.
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Lightning Netball continue dominant form with victory over Saracens Mavericks
Loughborough Lightning made it five wins from five in the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) on Saturday night with a dominant 71 – 47 victory over Saracens Mavericks in front over over 1000 home fans.
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Loughborough to host inaugural Black in Sport Summit
Loughborough University is thrilled to announce that it will host the inaugural Black in Sport Summit (BISS) – with the aim of inspiring students from all backgrounds to strive for excellence.
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Loughborough athletes Belgrade bound
A total of eight current and former Loughborough students have been selected to compete for their respective countries at the World Indoor Championships taking place in Belgrade, Serbia, on the 18th – 20th March.
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Experts in Sport: Alumnus and former Financial Controller at City Football Group tells his story
The latest Experts in Sport podcast sees Loughborough University alumnus Neill Wood explain how he became Financial Controller at City Football Group (CFG).
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Loughborough success at UK Winter Long Throws Championships
This weekend saw the inaugural UK Winter Long Throws Championships take place, the sister event of the UK Indoor Championships.
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Olympic medallist Langridge to offer expertise to Loughborough Badminton
Great Britain’s Olympic bronze medallist Chris Langridge has joined Loughborough Badminton as its new part-time coach.
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Loughborough athletes triumph at BUCS Indoor Athletics
Loughborough Students produced some stunning performances at the BUCS Indoors Championships, bringing back 27 medals from 32 events to become convincing men’s and women’s Indoor Athletics Champions once more.
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Lightning Netball stomp out Storm with confident victory on the road
Loughborough Lightning secured a sensational 72 - 56 win over Surrey Storm on Monday night in round four of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Loughborough researchers to support clean sport initiatives in Para sport
Researchers from Loughborough University will embark on a collaborative project to support clean sport initiatives in Para sport.
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Computacenter confirmed as Lightning Wheelchair Basketball’s headline sponsor
Computacenter, the leading independent technology business, has been confirmed as Lightning Wheelchair Basketball’s headline sponsor.
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Five Loughborough students selected for FISU World University Cross Country Championships
After a successful BUCS cross country campaign, five Loughborough students have been selected to compete for GB Students at the FISU World University Cross Country Championships in Aveiro, Portugal on Saturday 12 March 2022.
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Loughborough Lightning to play first ever game at cinch Stadium, Franklins Gardens
Loughborough Lightning are gearing up to take to the field at cinch Stadium, Franklins Gardens, the home of Northampton Saints, for the first time on 19th February.
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Lightning Netball strike twice in triumphant return home
Loughborough Lightning returned home for the first time since 2020 on Saturday night, securing a resounding 65 - 37 victory over visitors Celtic Dragons in round three of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL).
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Kirsty Walker cruises to BUCS Cross Country victory
It has been two years since the last BUCS Cross Country Championships in Edinburgh in 2020, but after coming away with individual and team wins at this year’s edition in Horsenden Hill, Middlesex on the 5th February, Loughborough proved it had been well worth the wait.
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New study reveals the true impact of COVID-19 on sport
Researchers from Loughborough University London have released a new report that outlines the impact and future challenges for sport following COVID-19.
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Lightning kick start 2022 campaign with victory over London Pulse
Loughborough Lightning Netball secured a resounding 61-50 win over London Pulse on Saturday in the opening round of the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL).
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Loughborough students set to appear at Under-20 Six Nations
Loughborough University will be well represented at the Under-20 Six Nations Championships with four of its students set to play for both England and Wales rugby.
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Loughborough Men’s football side on verge of Wembley visit
Loughborough University’s Men’s football side are just three games away from Wembley after a remarkable run in the Buildbase FA Vase.
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Loughborough hockey duo to make England men’s debut
Loughborough hockey duo James Mazarelo and Stuart Rushmere are in line to earn their first caps for England senior men, having been named in England’s FIH Pro League squad to face Spain.
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Loughborough University brings world-first course for elite athlete wellbeing to Europe
The world’s first course for professionals who are responsible for the whole-person wellbeing of elite athletes has been launched in Europe.
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Coldwell checks in as Lightning Cycling announce strong squad for new campaign
British international triathlete Sophie Coldwell will compete for Lightning Cycling in next year’s racing calendar as the franchise announced its full line-up ahead of the new campaign.
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Loughborough alumnus appointed Lightning’s new Regional Director of Women’s Cricket
Loughborough alumnus, James Cutt, has been appointed Lightning’s new Regional Director of Women’s Cricket.
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Loughborough athletes selected for home nations in Commonwealth year
Loughborough students and Loughborough-based athletes have been selected to compete for their respective home nations at the new DNA Indoor athletics competition in Glasgow on the 5th February.
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Slippery Slopes: How Climate Change is threatening the 2022 Winter Olympics
Climate change is threatening the Winter Olympics and the future of snow sports by making conditions much more dangerous to athletes and participants, finds a new report.
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Lightning Cricket fixtures announced for season ahead
Lightning Cricket will open their 2022 campaign at home on the 14th May as they host Northern Diamonds in the Charlotte Edwards Cup.
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Heavyweight Olympic medallist boxer Clarke to train at Loughborough
Loughborough Sport has landed a knockout blow as heavyweight Olympic bronze medallist Frazer Clarke has chosen the University as his new training base.
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Loughborough hockey pair added to GB women’s roster
Loughborough hockey duo Olivia Hamilton and Miriam Pritchard have been added to the Great Britain women’s programme for the Paris 2024 cycle.
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Olympian alumnus hoping to be elected to the IOC Athletes’ Commission
Two-time Olympian Seyi Smith is working to lead Olympians from around the world in the battle against the issue of climate change.
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Loughborough graduate Billings makes England Men’s Test debut in Australia
Loughborough alumnus Sam Billings made his England Men’s cricket Test debut overnight in the fifth Ashes Test in Hobart, Australia.
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Moving for Mental Health: report calls for cross-Government strategy to use physical activity and sport to help tackle the mental health and wellbeing emergency
A joint report from the Sport for Development Coalition and Mind has recommended initiating a new cross-Government strategy to strengthen the use of physical activity and sport to support mental health and wellbeing following the Covid-19 pandemic.
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New British Wheelchair Basketball Women’s Premier League to be broadcast live
British Wheelchair Basketball has today announced that the BBC will show eight games live across the inaugural season of the Women’s Premier League.
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Lightning and Saints to play double header in February
Loughborough Lightning and Northampton Saints will play a double header of Allianz Premier 15s and Gallagher Premiership fixtures at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens on Saturday 19 February.
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Alumnus raises over £9k after completing Marathon des Sables
Loughborough University alumnus, Fadie Shamoon, has raised over £9,000 for charity after completing the gruelling Marathon des Sables in Morocco.
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Triple medal delight for Hansson on final day
Louise Hansson capped a stunning 2021 FINA World Championships with a further three medals on the final day of action in Abu Dhabi.
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Hansson secures brave bronze in Abu Dhabi
Loughborough’s Louise Hansson added to her personal medal haul at the 2021 FINA World Championships with a fine third-place finish in the Women’s 50m Backstroke
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Hansson wins stunning gold in Women’s 100m Backstroke
Louise Hansson capped a stunning night at the 2021 FINA Short Course World Championships by winning a glorious gold in the Women’s 100m Backstroke.
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Hansson part of Sweden world record in Women’s 200m Medley Relay
Loughborough’s Louise Hansson produced a storming swim as Sweden clocked an equal world record to win the Women’s 200m Medley Relay at the 2021 FINA World Championships.
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Auböck wins thrilling title at the 2021 FINA Short Course World Championships
Loughborough swimmer Felix Auböck became only the second-ever Austrian to claim a world short course title with a stunning 400m freestyle performance at the FINA World Championships in Abu Dhabi.
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Hutchinson departs Peter Harrison Centre for key role with British Paralympic Association
Colleagues from Loughborough University’s Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport (PHC) are wishing Dr Michael Hutchinson the very best as he embarks on a new challenge with the British Paralympic Association (BPA).
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Loughborough athletes bring back European Cross Country Medals
Loughborough athletes contributed excellently to Great Britain and Northern Ireland's medal haul at the European Cross Country Championships in Dublin this weekend.
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Loughborough Badminton win five medals at English Under-19 National Championships
Loughborough Badminton turned on the style at this weekend’s English Under-19 National Championships in Milton Keynes, bringing home a total of five medals.
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Loughborough to host Team England ahead of the Commonwealth Games
Athletes, coaches, and practitioners from Team England will use Loughborough University as an immersion camp ahead of next summer’s Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
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Lightning six to represent GB Women’s British Wheelchair Basketball
Loughborough Lightning will have a strong presence in GB Women’s British Wheelchair Basketball squad for the upcoming 2021 European Championships in Madrid, Spain.
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Guest appointed as new Lightning Cricket Head Coach
Loughborough Sport is delighted to announce the appointment of Chris Guest as the new Head Coach of Lightning Cricket.
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Loughborough research project shapes UK Sport pregnancy guidance
Academics at Loughborough University have helped shape ground-breaking pregnancy guidance from UK Sport – the first of its kind to support Olympic and Paralympic athletes and sport governing bodies.
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Five Loughborough athletes selected for Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Five Loughborough-linked athletes have been selected to compete for Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the European Cross Country Championships in Dublin next month (12th December).
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Loughborough powerlifter Broome wins another medal
Loughborough student Olivia Broome added to her growing sporting reputation by breaking a junior world record at the World Para Powerlifting Championships in Tbilisi, Georgia.
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Riakporhe defeats Durodola to set up world title fight
Richard Riakporhe secured a shot at the WBC world title after beating fellow cruiserweight Olanrewaju Durodola in convincing fashion at Wembley Arena this weekend.
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Huge medal haul for Loughborough Swimming as records tumble in Sheffield
Loughborough swimmers produced a sensational performance at the BUCS Short Course Championships in Sheffield this weekend with the team once again crowned Men’s, Women’s, and overall Champions.
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Sara Francis-Bayman to take leave of absence from Lightning Netball
Loughborough Lightning Netball’s Sara Francis-Bayman will temporarily step down as Lightning Head Coach and Director of Netball as she embarks on an 18-month leave of absence, it was revealed today.
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Loughborough hockey players receive U-21 international call up
Three Loughborough students have been called up to England Hockey’s squad for the upcoming Junior Women’s World Cup in South Africa.
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Loughborough’s Steward shines in England victory
Loughborough University student Freddie Steward impressed once again as England Men’s rugby side beat Australia 32-15 at Twickenham on Saturday.
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Double medal delight for Loughborough’s Vazaios
Loughborough swimmer Andreas Vazaios completed a stunning weekend at the European Short Course Championships in Russia, winning gold and silver across two events.
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Hamer and Fitzpatrick complete stellar Loughborough line-up
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has completed its roster for the 2022 season with the marquee signings of ParalympicsGB stars Jude Hamer and Siobhan Fitzpatrick.
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Great Britain pair strengthen Lightning’s squad
Great Britain duo Niamh Horan and Holly Lounds have become the latest high-profile signings to join Loughborough Lightning’s Wheelchair Basketball side.
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Loughborough pair make international rugby debuts
Loughborough alumnus Thibaud Flament (International Business 2019) made his debut for the France national senior rugby team on 6 November 2021 in their match against Argentina.
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ParalympicsGB stars sign for Lightning
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball can confirm that ParalympicsGB stars Robyn Love and Lucy Robinson will be joining the club for the inaugural Women’s Premier League.
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Whyte and Speirs bolster Lightning side
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has bolstered its side for the upcoming Women’s Premier League campaign with the signings of Lynsey Speirs and Jess Whyte.
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Lightning Wheelchair Basketball reveal first squad members
Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has revealed the first two members of its brand-new team ahead of the inaugural Women’s Premier League.
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Loughborough research shapes Mind’s future learnings
Research conducted by colleagues from Loughborough University has helped shape mental health charity Mind’s invaluable work in the physical activity sector.
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Panagarry to lead the charge at upcoming Fast 5 tournament
Loughborough Lightning and Vitality Roses mid-courter Nat Panagarry will step into the role of Head Coach this weekend at the British Fast-5 All Stars competition.
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Lightning Cricket announce contracted players for next campaign
Lightning Cricket has announced its retained list for the 2022 season with Kathryn Bryce, Sarah Bryce, Lucy Higham, and Bethan Ellis all returning to the side.
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New study aims to increase female participation in football in England’s schools
A new study designed for schools in England will aim to increase female participation in football.
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Top athletes struggled for motivation during lockdown – study finds
A new global study has revealed that elite-level athletes suffered low motivation during movement restrictions (e.g. lockdowns) associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Student cyclists impress on the global stage
Loughborough’s Joe Truman and Sophie Capewell turned on the style at Senior European Track Championships as the pair’s performances secured their places for the Track World Championships.
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Bennett joins Loughborough as Lead Endurance Coach
Loughborough University has announced Kyle Bennett as its new athletics Lead Endurance Coach.
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Nine Loughborough students on British Athletics World Class Plan
Nine current Loughborough Scholars have this week been offered a place on the British Athletics World Class Plan (WCP) for the 2021/2022 season.
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Loughborough Sport gives motorsport riders the edge
British Superbike riders supported by Loughborough Sport completed their season in style this weekend at Brands Hatch.
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England defender Williams completes Lightning move
Vitality Rose defender Fran Williams has joined Loughborough Lightning for 2022 VNSL (Vitality Netball Superleague) campaign.
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Researchers publish recommendations to enhance diversity of UK’s sports coaches
Researchers from Loughborough University have outlined a series of recommendations to enhance the diversity of sport coaches across the UK.
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England U21s stars confirmed as Lightning Netball’s penultimate signings
Loughborough Lightning Netball have revealed their penultimate signings for the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague with England U21s stars Ella Bowen and Emma Thacker joining the side.
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Pathway prospects bolster Lightning squad
Rising stars Clara Miles and Georgie Brock-Taylor have become the latest signings in Loughborough Lightning’s 2022 line up as they near the end of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) signing window.
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Loughborough Professor awarded for services to Para sport
Loughborough University researcher Professor Vicky Tolfrey has been recognised for contributions in science in Para sports by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP).
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South Africa International Vimbela set to join Lightning Netball
Loughborough Lightning have revealed their first new signing ahead of the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) with South African Zanele Vimbela joining the ranks.
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Lightning’s leading scorer returns to the fold for 2022
Loughborough Lightning have strengthened their roster with confirmation and the welcome return of the Vitality Netball Superleague’s (VNSL) leading goal scorer, Mary Cholhok.
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Six Lightning players selected for Red Roses squad
Lightning forward Sadia Kabeya has been called up to the England Red Roses side for the first time.
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Auboeck wins bronze in Budapest
Loughborough swimmer Felix Auboeck secured a hard-fought bronze medal at the FINA World Cup in Budapest.
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In-form Hansson wins hat-trick of medals in Berlin
Loughborough swimmer Louise Hansson produced an outstanding performance at this weekend’s FINA World Cup in Berlin to bring home a trio of medals.
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England U21s stars bolster Lightning Netball’s 2022 side
Loughborough Lightning has revealed yet more of its line-up for the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) with champions Hannah Williams and Suzie Liverseidge returning to the side.
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Young defensive duo Haynes and Harvey commit to Lightning Netball for 2022
Loughborough Lightning Netball have today bolstered their 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) squad with the welcome return of Alice Harvey and Jess Haynes.
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Alumnus Ralph appointed new England and GB women's hockey coach
Loughborough University alumnus David Ralph has been promoted to become the new head coach of the Great Britain and England women's hockey teams.
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Lightning Netball's fantastic four return for more
Loughborough Lightning kick started the 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) signing window today with confirmation that four Vitality Roses will return to the Loughborough University based side for the 2022 season.
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Loughborough takes prestigious University of the Year for Sport honour for the third time
Loughborough has been named University of the Year for Sport by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022.
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Lightning Rugby joins forces with Gallagher Premiership side Northampton Saints
Loughborough Lightning Rugby are delighted to announce an innovative new partnership between the Club and Gallagher Premiership side Northampton Saints, centred on women’s rugby.
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British Fast5 Netball All-Stars Championship set to return for 2021
Loughborough Lightning are excited to reveal that the highly anticipated British Fast5 Netball All-Stars Championship will return in October 2021 with Loughborough Lightning looking to defend their 2019 title.
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Actiph Water becomes Loughborough Sport’s official water partner
Loughborough Sport is pleased to announce that Europe’s leading alkaline ionised water provider, Actiph Water, has become its new official water partner.
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Strong late season performances from Loughborough at Manchester International
As the Loughborough International is the traditional season opener in May, the Manchester International in mid-August has started to cement itself as the summer season closer.
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Turkish Tennis Federation partners with Loughborough University in extending international scale-out of tennis parent programme
The Turkish Tennis Federation (TTF) has joined forces with 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) to deliver a national programme of parent education and support for parents of young tennis hopefuls in their nation.
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Lightning’s Sara Francis-Bayman joins Scottish Thistles as Assistant Coach
Loughborough Lightning netball Head Coach Sara Francis-Bayman will join Scottish Thistles’ coaching team as it steps up its preparation for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
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John Steele - Loughborough Sport’s Olympic Games
A Games like no other. The Olympic Games has weathered many challenges over its long history, but none quite like Tokyo 2020.
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Bateson joins Trent Rockets for The Hundred
Loughborough University’s Jon Bateson will team up with the Trent Rockets for this summer’s inaugural Hundred cricket competition.
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Sports Minister visits UKAD’s new HQ at Loughborough University: a Midlands powerhouse for sport
With a week to go before the start of the Tokyo Olympics, Sports Minister Nigel Huddleston MP, visited the new HQ for UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) at Loughborough University.
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Loughborough success at European U23 Championships
Loughborough Scholar Molly Caudery matched the silver medal she won at the European U20 Championships back in 2017 by taking 2nd place at the recent European U23 Championships in Tallin, Estonia.
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Experts in Sport: The truth behind the role of the sport agent in the football industry
Negotiating contracts and securing important deals are what sports agents are known for, but how else does the role extend within professional sport?
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British U23 record for Mortimer
If there was any fatigue from his 5000m 4th place at the U23 European Championships last Saturday, Loughborough scholar Tom Mortimer failed to show it as he ran a new British U23 record for the 3000m at the Gateshead Diamond League on Tuesday 13th July.
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O’Donnell races up European Rankings
Loughborough Scholar and Irish International Chris O’Donnell set a new 400m PB of 45.55 seconds in Lucerne, Switzerland, when he came 2nd to World Record holder Wayde van Niekerk.
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Taylor heads to The Hundred with Welsh Fire
Rob Taylor, Lightning Cricket’s Head Coach, has been appointed to Welsh Fire women’s backroom team for this summer’s inaugural Hundred competition.
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Lightning to host Sparks in Charlotte Edwards T20 Cup
Lightning Cricket has announced that its upcoming Charlotte Edwards T20 Cup game verses local rivals Central Sparks will be played at the Uptonsteel County Ground in Leicestershire.
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Loughborough Students selected for U23 European Championships
Thirteen current Loughborough students have been selected to compete for their respective countries at the European U23 Athletics Championships, taking place between the 8th and 11th July in Tallinn, Estonia.
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Lightning Cycling announced as an official Elite Development Team
Loughborough Lightning is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded Elite Development Team status by British Cycling.
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Loughborough football merger creates new Lightning team
Two of Loughborough’s top-performing women’s football sides have merged to create a brand-new Lightning football team.
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Loughborough Lightning crowned 2021 VNSL champions
Loughborough Lightning made history on Sunday night claiming their first ever Vitality Netball Superleague title with a triumphant 49 - 32 victory over Team Bath.
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Lightning advance to Grand Final after semi-final victory over Rhinos
Loughborough Lightning confirmed their place in the Vitality Netball Superleague Grand Final on Saturday night after an astounding 58 - 38 victory over Leeds Rhinos.
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GB legend Bates becomes new Lightning Wheelchair Basketball coach
Loughborough University has secured a major coup with the appointment of Great Britain’s George Bates as Head Coach of the new Lightning Wheelchair Basketball team.
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“I am really looking forward to starting a new chapter in my life” – Lightning’s Sam May to retire.
Loughborough Lightning have revealed that Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) stalwart Sam May will retire from professional netball at the end of the 2021 season.
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Lightning top the table with sensational victory over Team Bath
Loughborough Lightning closed out the Vitality Netball Superleague season in style on Monday night with an emphatic 54-35 win over Team Bath, cementing their place at the top of the table heading into finals weekend.
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Loughborough lights up grey Bedford at U20/U23 National Athletics Championships
It was a damp, grey and often chilly Bedford that faced the country’s best U20 and U23 athletes this past weekend, as national medals and automatic qualification for European Championships were up for grabs at the England Athletics age-group Championships. However, undeterred by the conditions, Loughborough Students came away with 24 medals and two confirmed spaces for the European U23 Championships in Estonia next month.
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Dearing set to make history with Olympic qualification
Loughborough Swimming’s Alice Dearing is set to make history by becoming the first black British woman to qualify for an Olympic swimming event.
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Large Loughborough cohort selected for Team GB Olympic hockey squads
Loughborough University will once again be well represented in Team GB’s hockey squads for this summer’s Olympic Games in Tokyo.
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Loughborough tennis players dominate Championships as Wimbledon beckons
Loughborough University’s National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) enjoyed great success at the recent Youth National Championships, with four of its players securing the chance to perform at Wimbledon later this year.
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Barbour checks in as new Performance Analysis Lead
Loughborough Sport are delighted to announce that Simon Barbour will be joining its team as the new Performance Analysis Lead.
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Lightning deafened by Thunder as winning streak comes to an end
Loughborough Lightning ended their 9-match winning run with a disappointing 46- 60 defeat to Manchester Thunder on Monday night.
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Eight alumnae awarded Central Contracts by England and Wales Cricket Board
This week the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced the England Women Central Contracts for 2021-22. Seventeen contracts have been awarded, with almost half of the women affiliated with Loughborough.
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Leading research team supports mission to enhance sport's contribution to mental health and wellbeing
A team of leading researchers have been commissioned to support the joint mission of the Sport for Development Coalition and Mind to enhance the contribution that sport and physical activity can make to addressing the mental health and wellbeing crisis brought on by Covid-19.
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Double gold for Skinner at European Para Championships
The European Para Athletics Championships took place in Bydgoszcz, Poland between the 1st and 5th June, with Loughborough students past and present, and Loughborough-based athletes contributing towards Great Britain and Northern Ireland’s 37 medal haul.
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Para-cyclists rule the roost in storming weekend
Para-cyclists from Loughborough University enjoyed great success at the National ParaCycling Time Trial (TT) and Circuit Championships this weekend, with no fewer than three national champion jerseys secured following some brilliant rides.
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Loughborough athletes perform superbly over a bumper Bank Holiday
A jam-packed Spring Bank Holiday weekend saw Loughborough students competing across the world, as European U23, Commonwealth and Olympic standards were achieved.
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Call for participants in new study investigating deselection
Researchers from Loughborough University are looking to recruit participants that have experienced deselection for a new study.
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Cycling Festival a huge success as riders turn on the style
The inaugural Loughborough Cycling Festival proved to be a great success with some of the UK’s best cyclists descending on campus for a full day of elite-level competition.
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Lightning do the double in bank holiday bonanza
Loughborough Lightning added another six points to their tally over the weekend, with back-to-back victories over Celtic Dragons and Leeds Rhinos, in rounds 17 and 18 of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Hockey quintet earn international call-ups
Loughborough hockey is thrilled to announce that five of its students have been selected to represent their country at the upcoming EuroHockey Nations Championship in Amsterdam.
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Lightning call up Haynes after injury strikes side
Loughborough Lightning have today announced that Jess Haynes will join the side as a permanent replacement player for the remainder of the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
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Loughborough swimmers enjoy superb Championships in Hungary
Swimmers from Loughborough University will return to campus in high spirits after a stunning collective performance at the European Aquatics Championships in Budapest.
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Loughborough celebrates clean sport week
To mark clean sport week (24th May - 28th May) Loughborough University will continue its pledge to educate its athletes on the importance of keeping sport clean and safe through a series of online events.
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LIA returns as competitive athletics light up Loughborough
Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) returned to campus on Sunday (23 May) as England secured victory in the 2021 ‘Battle of the Nations’.
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Lightning fall four points short in their search for a spot in the Allianz Premier 15s final
Davies clinches two tries as Lightning fall four points short against Saracens in their search for a spot in the Allianz Premier 15s final.
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Loughborough triathletes excel in key events
It was a busy weekend of racing for Loughborough triathletes last weekend with athletes from all squads taking part in their first draft legal races of the year, in addition to the BUCS non-drafting Olympic distance triathlon.
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Broome turns on the style at World Para Powerlifting World Cup
Loughborough University student Olivia Broome produced a sensational performance at World Para Powerlifting World Cup in Tbilisi, Georgia.
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Allianz Premier 15s Semi Final – Loughborough Lightning v Saracens
It’s the business end of the Allianz Premier 15s season this weekend and Loughborough Lightning make the trip to the Stone X Stadium in London to face top of the table Saracens. Head Coach, Rhys Edwards, provides his thoughts ahead of the fixture:
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The Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) meeting returns to campus this weekend
Loughborough University is proud to be hosting this year’s Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday, 23 May.
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Fans to return in venue for remaining Vitality Netball Superleague games
England Netball is preparing for the return of spectators to the Copper Box Arena in London for the remaining games of the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) season.
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Loughborough swimmers impress in Budapest
Loughborough swimmers once again turned on the style in the opening days at the European Aquatics Championships in Budapest.
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Loughborough athletes selected for European Team Championships
Loughborough athletes have made a strong contribution towards the Great Britain and Northern Ireland team that will compete at the European Team Championships Super League in Poland on the 29th – 30th May.
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Experts in Sport: The power of performance analysis
Performance analysis has grown immensely in sport with data now playing a key role in influencing decisions both on and off the field of play.
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Lightning secure top four spot with victory over London Pulse
Loughborough Lightning sealed the deal on Monday night, securing their spot in the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague semi-finals with a ferocious 42 - 35 victory over London Pulse.
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Former Premier League pro announced as new Men’s football Head Coach
Loughborough University has announced that former Premier League player Jamie Clapham will take over as its new Men’s football Head Coach.
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Lightning step up preparations for semi-final clash
Loughborough Lightning have stepped up preparations for their Premier 15s semi-final match versus Saracens Women with the game taking place in just over one weeks’ time (22 May).
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Dr Garcia appointed as an adviser to key European football organisation
Loughborough University researcher Dr Borja Garcia has been appointed as an adviser to SD Europe.
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UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) to relocate to Loughborough University
Loughborough University is delighted to welcome UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) to campus as the organisation relocates its headquarters to the East Midlands.
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Lightning cohort selected for Vitality Roses
England Netball has revealed the names of the athletes selected for the Vitality Roses programme ahead of the 2021-22 international season – with four Lightning players included in the squad.
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Lightning strikes twice as Surrey Storm brushed aside
Loughborough Lightning claimed another sensational 53 – 28 win on Monday night, after a dominant performance against Surrey Storm in round 15 of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Strong Loughborough performances at Stretford BMC
There were two European Qualifying marks and stacks of PBs for Loughborough Students at the Stretford BMC Grand Prix on Saturday 8th May.
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O’Donnell helps Ireland secure Olympic relay spot
The World Athletics Relay Championships took place on the 1st and 2nd May in Silesia, Poland, and as well as an opportunity for competing nations to take home World relay medals, the Championships also offered a chance for Olympic and 2022 World Championships Qualification.
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Loughborough Sport to partner with Sporting Minds UK
In recognition of Mental health Awareness Week (10 May – 16 May), Loughborough Sport is further strengthening its mental health support to its student-athletes through a new partnership with Sporting Minds UK.
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Lightning claim 12th win on the bounce with victory over Severn Stars
Loughborough Lightning recorded their twelfth win in a row on Sunday afternoon, with a gruelling battle against Severn Stars resulting in a 50-41 victory.
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Loughborough Sport’s Murphy joins England Netball’s coaching team
England Netball has today welcomed Loughborough Sport’s Olivia Murphy to its Vitality Roses backroom team as its new Technical Coach.
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Examining sport clubs as 'missing spaces' for young people in care – new study
Loughborough University academics have secured a second prestigious British Academy small grant to explore care experienced young people’s engagements with sport clubs and coaches.
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Loughborough Sport to participate in social media boycott to stamp out online abuse
Loughborough Sport and Loughborough Lightning have confirmed today that they will stand with the wider sporting community by taking part in a social media boycott from 15:00 on Friday 30 April to 23:59 on Monday 3 May.
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Loughborough scholars selected to compete at European Para Championships
Loughborough Sport Scholars Lydia Church (coach: Jim Edwards) and Zak Skinner (Aston Moore) have been selected to compete for GB&NI in the T12 shot put and T13 long jump respectively, at the European Para Championships in Poland between the 1st and 5th June.
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Loughborough swimmer edges closer to Tokyo qualification
Loughborough University’s dual student-athlete Vladyslava Kravchenko produced a stunning swim at the British Para-Swimming International Meet to edge closer to the Paralympic Games in Tokyo.
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Loughborough Behavioural Medicine researcher awarded £100,000 fellowship
Dr Nicola Paine, Lecturer in Health Psychology within the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University, has been awarded a £100,000 Springboard Fellowship from the Academy of Medical Sciences.
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Lightning help England secure Six Nations glory
Loughborough Lightning players Sarah Hunter, Cath O’Donnell, Lark Davies, Detysha Harper, Helena Rowland and Emily Scarratt helped England win the Women's Six Nations for the third year in a row following a 10-6 victory over France.
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Experts in Sport: The importance of recovery in elite-level sport
Within sport, it is well known that recovery plays an important part of any training schedule, but how exactly does this impact team sports?
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Loughborough Hockey players selected to Great Britain youth squads
Following the recent announcement of the 2021 squads by Great Britain Hockey, Loughborough Students Hockey is delighted to recognise the achievement of 15 current students who have been selected to represent the Great Britain Elite Development Programme (GB EDP).
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Loughborough psychologist publishes new book detailing stress, well-being, and performance in sport
Loughborough University performance psychologist, Dr David Fletcher, has co-edited a new book that examines stress, well-being, and performance in sport.
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Commonwealth Games England announce John Steele as next Chair post Birmingham 2022
Loughborough University’s Executive Director of Sport, John Steele, has been announced as the next Chair of the Commonwealth Games England Board.
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Loughborough University to launch new Lightning wheelchair basketball team
Loughborough University has been selected as a High-Performance Partner for British Wheelchair Basketball in a move that will also see the formation of a brand-new Lightning team.
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Loughborough football duo move on to pastures new
Loughborough University has once again proved itself as a strong talent pathway as two talented individuals move on with bright futures.
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Young and spirited Lightning side fall short to league leaders Saracens
With big name Six Nations players missing for both sides, the young guns did not fail to deliver an exhilarating display and score some tries.
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Dobson called up for senior debut
Athletics scholar Charlie Dobson (coach: Benke Blomkvist) has been selected to compete for Great Britain & Norther Ireland in the 4 x 400m at the World Relays taking place in Poland on the 1st – 2nd May.
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Lightning to face top of the table Saracens
Top of the table Saracens make the trip to Epinal Way this Saturday to take on Loughborough Lightning in the penultimate round of the Allianz Premier 15s.
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Lightning claim biggest win in the league so far with whitewash over Celtic Dragons
Loughborough Lightning did the double on Saturday night, claiming their second win in as many days with an astounding 76 – 23 victory over Celtic Dragons in round eleven of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Lightning get back to winning ways with impressive 26 goal victory
Loughborough Lightning added another three points to the table on Friday night, with an outstanding 61 – 35 victory over Strathclyde Sirens in round ten of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL).
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Hunter returns to captain England
After 13 months Sarah Hunter makes her return to the England side this weekend for their second-round fixture of the Six Nations versus Italy.
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Loughborough University launches new Lightning Cycling franchise
Loughborough University has underpinned its commitment to women’s sport with the launch of a new Lightning Cycling franchise.
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Loughborough Lightning fall short in Easter Sunday clash
Loughborough Lightning were back in action for the opening match of Easter Sunday, facing reigning champions Manchester Thunder in round nine of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Nine Lightning players named for Round 1 of the Women's Six Nations
England will face Scotland this Saturday at Castle Park, Doncaster, in the first round of the Women’s Six Nations.
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Lightning players selected for 2021 Six Nations squads
Eleven Loughborough Lightning players have been called up by their nation for the upcoming 2021 Six Nations.
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Loughborough alumnus Thompson secures place in Tokyo team
Loughborough alumnus Chris Thompson has won the Müller British Athletics Marathon to secure his place on the Great Britain and Northern Ireland team for this summer’s Olympic Games in Tokyo.
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Loughborough’s Broome sets new record at Para Powerlifting World Cup
Loughborough University student Olivia Broome set a new British record in the -50kg category to take silver on day one of the Para Powerlifting World Cup in Manchester.
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Lightning take a sting in Round 15, falling short to Wasps at home
Lightning hit a bump in the road this weekend, as their hunt for a home semi-final took a backwards step against Wasps who now inch closer to Lightning and strengthen their hold of a top 4 place.
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Sport+ Transforming the Sport Industry
BADU and Loughborough University London are proud to announce a collaborative partnership project called Badu Sport+.
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Loughborough alumna Brzozowski earns her stars and stripes with Team USA call up
Loughborough University alumna and athlete Lauren Brzozowski has been selected to represent Team USA's development team in bobsled.
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Grand Slam champions and Paralympic medallists headline Loughborough Indoor Wheelchair Tennis event
An array of Grand Slam champions and Paralympic medallists head the entry for this week’s inaugural Loughborough Indoor Wheelchair Tennis Tournament, which takes place from Tuesday 23 March to Saturday 27 March at the Loughborough University Tennis Centre.
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Lightning looking to take the sting out of Wasps
Loughborough Lightning will face Wasps this weekend in what should prove to be a must watch contest.
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Greenbank smashes 10-year British record in Manchester
Loughborough swimmer Luke Greenback produced the performance of a lifetime at the British Swimming Invitation Meet in Manchester by breaking a 10-year record in the Men’s 200m Backstroke.
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Gutsy Loughborough Lightning side grind out sixth win on the bounce
Loughborough Lightning returned to Loughborough University on a high on Sunday night, after securing back-to-back wins in round five and six of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Lightning claim five wins on the bounce with victory over Surrey Storm
Loughborough Lightning added another win to their board on Saturday afternoon, with a sensational 56 - 37 win over Surrey Storm in round five of the Vitality Netball Superleague, further cementing their position at the top of the table.
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Penny Rowe - Loughborough University – 1990-2016
It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of former Loughborough University member of staff, Penny Rowe. Penny worked for the University for 26 years as part of the Sports Development Centre team, formerly known as the Centre for Coaching and Recreation. In tribute to Penny, her former colleagues and friends have shared the following memories.
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Double Bronze for Loughborough Students
The European Indoor Athletics Championships in Torun, Poland was a welcome return to International athletics competition at the weekend, with four current and six former Loughborough students selected for the Great Britain and Northern Ireland team.
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Former England internationals select Loughborough as their training base
Former England internationals Des Walker and Dennis Wise have chosen Loughborough University’s campus for an extensive training camp - all in the name of unearthing the next Indonesian football talent.
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Leading Loughborough academic calls for change in concussion crisis
A Loughborough University academic has called for radical change in the concussion crisis in sport in a recently published report.
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Lauren Nicholls: “Gone are the days where netball stops when you become a mum”
Competing at the top level of your sport can bring many challenges, but for one Loughborough Lightning player, those challenges come in the form of two tiny hands and feet. Learn about Lauren Nicholls journey back to netball as a new mother as she #Choosetochallenge on International Women's Day.
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Loughborough serves up an ace with key tennis events
Loughborough University has welcomed some of the country’s top young tennis talent as the UK Pro League tennis tournament gets underway on campus.
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Experts in Sport: Does stronger = faster?
Force, velocity, and power are all vital for success in jumping and sprinting, but how are these key components measured and monitored to improve athlete performance?
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Best university in the world for sports-related subjects for fifth year running
Loughborough has been named the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the fifth year running by the global QS higher education league table.
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Lightning head North to face DMP Durham Sharks
Following a resounding win over Worcester Warriors Women in Round 13, Lightning head north to Maiden Castle this Saturday to face DMP Durham Sharks.
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Loughborough University experts shaping heat preparation for hottest ever Olympics - Tokyo 2020
The results from an international research collaboration including world-leading experts from Loughborough University have now been published.
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Loughborough Lightning do the double with resounding round four result
Loughborough Lightning return to Loughborough University on a high this week, after a duo of incredible performances leaves the side sitting pretty at the top of the Vitality Netball Superleague table.
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Lightning put Worcester to the sword
Coming into this fixture it was clear to see both teams were fired up from the start, despite some early errors and no scores in the first quarter, Lightning expressed their tenacity and stamped their authority on proceedings without looking back.
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Campbell shines in Loughborough throws event
Sunday 28th February saw Loughborough host the first major outdoor athletics event of 2021, as the University co-hosted the Loughborough Winter Throws Meeting with British Athletics.
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Loughborough athletes selected to represent Great Britain & NI at European Indoor Championships
Current Loughborough students Holly Bradshaw (coach: Scott Simpson) and Jamie Webb (Matt Yates/Adrian Webb) have been selected to compete at the European Indoor Championships taking place in Torun, Poland between the 4th and 7th March.
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The relationship between thinking styles, wellbeing, and behaviours in athletes to be explored in new study
A Loughborough University study is set to explore the relationship between thinking styles, wellbeing and behaviours in the athlete population.
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Lightning back on home turf for Round 13 v Worcester Warriors Women
Loughborough Lightning return to Epinal Way this coming Saturday for their Round 13 fixture v. Worcester Warriors Women.
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Lightning prove too much for Saracens Mavericks as they claim back to back victories
Loughborough Lightning secured their second win of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) on Sunday night with an impressive 60-35 victory over visitors Saracens Mavericks.
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Sara Bayman: “Whether it’s on court or off court, we have to keep improving”
2021 sees Sara Bayman embarking on her third season as Director of Netball of Loughborough Lightning. The former Vitality Rose steered Lightning to the 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) semi-finals before her second year in charge was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Reflecting on her journey, it was another former England international who had Bayman considering the transition into a coaching role.
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Lightning Cricket fixtures announced as the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy returns alongside new Women’s Regional T20
Lightning Cricket will open their new campaign away at Southern Vipers as the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy returns alongside the new Women’s Regional T20 this summer.
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Lightning claim first victory of 2021 after a close ‘Battle of the Midlands’ clash
Loughborough Lightning claimed their first win of the 2021 Vitality Netball Superleague on Monday night with a nail-biting 44 – 43 victory over Midlands rivals, Wasps Netball.
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Athletes shine at latest Loughborough competition
Never one to shy away from a challenge, Loughborough University hosted one of the very few domestic indoor athletics competitions over the weekend, abiding by strict COVID protocols to allow athletes an opportunity to qualify and prepare for the upcoming European Indoor Championships in March.
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Nat Panagarry: “There is not one team you can write off”
Captain Nat Panagarry has backed Loughborough Lightning to mount a title challenge in what the England international believes will be the most competitive Vitality Netball Superleague season to date.
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Hardy & Davey retain starting places as Lightning head to Harlequins
Following a strong 42-14 win over Bristol Bears last Saturday, Lightning is on the road this weekend to face Harlequins who currently sit second in the table.
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Motorsport athletes put in pole position at Loughborough University
Leading athletes from across the world of motorsport have been put through their paces at Loughborough University – all in the name of gaining an advantage over their competitors, both on and off the track.
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Flynn and Tolman selected to represent England
Loughborough badminton duo Lizzie Tolman and Max Flynn have been called up by England for the upcoming European Mixed Team Championships in Vantaa, Finland.
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Loughborough Lightning ready to Rise As One
The Vitality Netball Superleague is back on court. The start of the 2021 season is finally upon us. The road to get here hasn’t been an easy one, but collectively we are stronger and more resilient than ever before.
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Lightning return to action with a convincing win
After a shaky start, Lightning fought back hard to put Bristol to the sword and claim a bonus-point win after the two-week season pause.
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O’Donnell starts as Lightning welcome Bristol Bears to campus
Looking to keep their winning momentum going this weekend as they welcome Bristol Bears, Lightning make five changes to their side that beat Gloucester Hartpury 29-21.
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RFU STATEMENT: Allianz Premier 15s update: Remainder of the 2020/21 season structure confirmed
The RFU can confirm the structure for the remainder of the 2020/21 Allianz Premier 15s season.
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All Vitality Netball Superleague 2021 games to be televised or streamed live for the first time
Loughborough Lightning fans will be able to witness every second of the 2021 campaign from the comfort of their home after the national governing body for netball in England announced a significant new multi-year broadcast deal with Sky Sports UK.
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New study to investigate the mental health and wellbeing challenges of elite Para athletes
Colleagues from Loughborough University and the English Institute of Sport (EIS) will collaborate on a new study to investigate the mental health and wellbeing challenges faced by Para athletes.
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Loughborough swimmers selected for Olympic squads
Four Loughborough-based swimmers have been selected to represent their countries at the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
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Experts in Sport: Insight into the relationship between exercise and cancer
This week’s Experts in Sport podcast takes a closer look at the relationship between exercise and cancer.
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State of the art technology install drives Loughborough forward
Loughborough University has become the first sporting institution in the UK to install the Hudl Focus camera – a move that will benefit its flourishing Performance Analysis department and further enhance its close working relationship with Hudl.
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Research project to delve into gender equality in Para sport media
An academic from Loughborough University has been granted funding to investigate gender equality and inclusion in Para sport media.
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RFU STATEMENT: Allianz Premier 15s: 2020/21 season update
The RFU can confirm the Allianz Premier 15s season has been paused until the end of the month.
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Lightning kick-off 2021 with bonus-point win
It was a tale of two halves for Lightning as they kick-started 2021 off with a bonus-point win over Gloucester-Hartpury.
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Lightning look to start 2021 with a win on the road
A rested and refreshed Lightning side will look to kick start the second half of their season with a win as they head to the Alpas Arena to take on Gloucester Hartpury on Saturday.
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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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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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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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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 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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Joint statement re COVID-19 and sports facility access
Press release on behalf of Loughborough University and its sports partners.
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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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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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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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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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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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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.