General news
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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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Ruddock and Lane-Wright called up to British Cycling squad
Loughborough University alumni Sam Ruddock and Crystal Lane-Wright have both been named as part of the 23-strong British Cycling squad which will contest the UCI Para-cycling Track World Championships in Milton, Canada.
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Lightning’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.
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Lightning storm to victory over Bristol Bears in their final game of 2019
It was Lightning that stole the show as they put 55 points past Bristol Bears in the final game of 2019, gaining revenge from their last encounter in September.
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Lightning look to end 2019 on a high
Loughborough Lightning will look to end the year on a high, with a fourth consecutive win this Saturday as they welcome Bristol Bears to campus.
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Experts in Sport: A look into sporting injury and rehabilitation
In the latest ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast, we delve into the importance of athlete development and how to work with individuals going through an injury.
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Scarratt returns to the Lightning line-up
Women’s World Rugby player of the year Emily Scarratt returns to the Lightning line-up ahead of their away clash with third in the table Gloucester-Hartpury this Saturday.
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British Superbike rider utilizes Loughborough's performance expertise ahead of season
Aspiring world champion, Ryan Vickers, recently visited Loughborough University’s physiology lab for another round of testing ahead of his second season in British Superbikes.
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Loughborough University and World Players Association launch the first global study on child athletes' experiences
To mark Human Rights Day (10 December), Loughborough University has collaborated with the World Players Association to launch the first global Census on Athlete Rights Experiences (Project CARE).
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Loughborough swimmers light up Glasgow
Loughborough swimmers enjoyed a successful European Short Course Swimming Championships in Glasgow as records tumbled and medals were secured.
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Marshall crowned High Performance Coach of the Year
Loughborough’s Mel Marshall has been named High Performance Coach of the Year at the UK Coaching Awards.
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One change for Lightning as Warriors come to town
Loughborough Lightning will look to continue their winning form as they welcome Worcester Warriors to campus this Saturday.
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Loughborough signals intent with Para sport launch
Almost one hundred delegates gathered at Holywell Fitness Centre this week as Loughborough University officially launched its Para sport vision.
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Kicking guru Alred leads search for next generation of talent
The search to find the next generation of rugby kicking talent in Great Britain and Ireland will begin at Loughborough University on April 9th, 2020.
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Sporting stars inducted into Hall of Fame
Loughborough University has welcomed seven more sporting stars to its illustrious Sporting Hall of Fame.
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London calling for Lightning
Loughborough Lightning will look to re-start their Tyrrell’s Premier 15s season in style this weekend as they head to London to face Richmond Women.
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England Roses stars set to return to Lightning in 2020
Loughborough Lightning is delighted to confirm that England Roses athletes Jess Shaw and Vicki Oyesola will return to the fold for the upcoming 2020 season.
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Loughborough runners lead the charge in Liverpool
Jessica Judd and Matt Willis led an impressive Loughborough showing during the European Championships Trial races at Liverpool’s Sefton Park.
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Loughborough Performance Centre helps Simon Davies take on 250km desert ultra-marathon
Simon Davies has completed a gruelling 250km race across Namibia in aid of the Rainbows Children’s Hospice, after training in Loughborough’s heat acclimation chamber in preparation for the event.
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Experts in Sport: Examining corruption in sport - part two
Loughborough University’s ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast returns this week with the second part of the series looking at the issue of corruption in sport.
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Loughborough to host key cycling event on campus
Loughborough University will host one of the key events in the cycling calendar after being picked to hold the youth national circuit series in 2020.
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Loughborough tennis duo called up to GB squad
Loughborough Tennis is delighted to announce that both Ella Taylor and George Houghton have been called up to the Great Britain squad for the upcoming BNP Paribas Master’U event in France.
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Dugdale hits the heights with win in Patagonia
Loughborough University’s Joe Dugdale has claimed gold in the junior men’s title at World Mountain Running Championships in Patagonia, Argentina.
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Nicholls set for return to Lightning in 2020
Loughborough Lightning is pleased to reveal that fan favourite Lauren Nicholls will return to the side in 2020 for her successive eighth season.
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Loughborough athletes shine in Dubai
Athletes based at Loughborough University enjoyed a successful World Para-Athletics Championships in Dubai, including Sophie Hahn setting two new world records.
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Experts in Sport: Examining corruption in sport - part one
In the latest ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast, Loughborough University academics take a closer look at the issue of corruption in sport.
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Lightning players earn international call-ups
Loughborough Lightning is pleased to announce that ten of its players have been selected for international duty.
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Lightning’s Glenn receives first international call-up
Loughborough Lightning all-rounder Sarah Glenn has been called up by England for its upcoming tour to Kuala Lumpur to play Pakistan.
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England U19 trio to bolster 2020 Lightning side
Loughborough Lightning is excited to reveal three new additions to its side ahead of the 2020 season.
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Loughborough Hockey strikes sponsorship deal with The Scott Group
Loughborough Hockey is delighted to confirm The Scott Group as its latest sponsor for the 2019/2020 campaign.
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Loughborough Sport and Hudl extend partnership
Loughborough Sport and Hudl’s working relationship is set to continue after agreeing to a new four-year collaboration.
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Racism in Italian football reflects the everyday migrant experience
Italian striker Mario Balotelli has hit out at the “small minded” fans who have once again targeted him with racist abuse.
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Lightning’s Panagarry makes the Vitality Roses squad for South Africa tour
Loughborough Lightning’s Nat Panagarry has been selected for England Netball’s upcoming tour of South Africa.
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Lightning’s Scarratt crowned Women’s World Player of the Year
Loughborough Lightning centre Emily Scarratt has been named World Rugby Women’s Player of the Year 2019.
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Experts in Sport: How to become one of the world’s best coaches
Andy Murray’s recent victory in the final of the European Open in Antwerp was arguably one of the greatest achievements of his distinguished career.
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Alumnus scores as new Welsh Rugby Union President
Gerald Davies has been elected as the President of the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU), taking up the prestigious role on 17 November.
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Diaper lands key role for Tokyo 2020
Nik Diaper, Loughborough University’s Head of Para Sport, will join The British Paralympic Association (BPA) on secondment for Tokyo 2020.
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How can sport balance risk and player welfare?
The physical risks undertaken by athletes are increasingly becoming a key talking point, as player welfare comes to the fore at the 2019 Rugby World Cup, the Premier League and during this summer's Ashes series.
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Lightning overpowered by Harlequins at home
It was a game of two halves for Lightning as after a dominant first half they could not hold off Harlequins for the full 80 minutes.
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Lightning name line-up to face Harlequins Women
Lightning will make three changes to their starting line-up for this weekend’s Tyrrells Premier 15s clash versus last season’s finalists, Harlequins Women.
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Loughborough University strikes deal with Liverpool FC
Loughborough University has reached a new agreement with Liverpool Football Club, which will see the Premier League side play academy matches on campus.
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Loughborough joins forces with Asia counterparts
Loughborough University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Korea Paralympic Committee Icheon Training Centre (KPC) as a commitment to developing research into Para sports science.
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National Tennis Academy opens its doors at Loughborough
The Loughborough University National Tennis Academy has officially opened its doors to the next generation of talented British tennis players.
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Research article cites Loughborough as top performing university for sociology of sport
A new research article has demonstrated that Loughborough University is No. 1 in the world for the sociology of sport.
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Holywell Fitness Centre reopens its doors after £1m investment
Loughborough University’s Holywell Fitness Centre has officially reopened its doors following a £1m redevelopment.
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Experts in Sport: Let’s talk about the menstrual cycle
The menstrual cycle has for too long been a taboo subject when it comes to sport.
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New research reveals the key to resilience in elite level sport
As England prepare for their World Cup quarter-final tie with Australia, the ability to cope under pressure is sure to be front of mind for Head Coach Eddie Jones and his backroom team.
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Loughborough Professor publishes book on sports economics
Loughborough University Professor Paul Downward has published The SAGE Handbook of Sports Economics.
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Loughborough University to host the world’s first Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management Program
The world’s first Elite Athlete Wellbeing Management program to be held in the UK will be hosted at Loughborough University.
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Lightning players receive England call-up
Six Loughborough Lightning players have been called up to the England Women U20s squad for the 2019/20 season.
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Loughborough Lightning Netball are crowned 2019 Fast 5 All-Star Champions
Loughborough Lightning were named British Fast5 All-Stars champions on Saturday night after a sensational 61 – 35 win over reigning champions, Wasps.
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EU grant awarded to Loughborough University
Loughborough University has been awarded a share of a £400,000 EU research grant to investigate the prevalence of sporting-related match-fixing.
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Femi Akinsanya named as the new director of athletics at Loughborough University
Loughborough University has announced Femi Akinsanya as its new Director of Athletics.
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Bayman confirms full Fast5 line-up
Loughborough Lightning Head Coach, Sara Bayman, has today confirmed her full squad ahead of this weekend’s British Fast5 All-Stars competition.
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Loughborough Rugby reveals plans for centenary year
Loughborough Rugby has outlined a series of celebratory events to mark its centenary during the 2019/2020 academic year.
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How will Brexit impact the Premier League?
As the British government braces itself to leave the European Union on October 31st - unless something different happens before the end of the month - question marks remain over the true lasting impact, if any at all, that this will have on UK businesses and its assets.
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Harten Returns To Lightning For Fast5
Loughborough Lightning is excited to welcome England stalwart Jo Harten back to the side for this year’s annual British Fast5 All-Stars Competition.
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Loughborough student wins silver at Commonwealth Judo Championships
Second-year Human Biology student, Annie Boby, has won silver in both Junior and Senior categories at the Commonwealth Judo Championships in Walsall.
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Loughborough alumnus called up to Scotland World Cup squad
Loughborough University alumnus Henry Pyrgos has been called up the Scotland squad for this year’s World Cup in Japan.
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Loughborough London academic publishes book on the business of women’s sport
Dr Andrea Geurin, a Reader within the Institute for Sport Business at Loughborough London and the Programme Director for MSc in Sport Marketing, has co-edited a book that focuses on the different aspects of the business of women’s sport.
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Alumnus named Vice President of player performance at Washington Wizards
NBA side, Washington Wizards, has named Loughborough University alumnus Mark Simpson as its Vice President of player performance for Monumental Basketball.
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Young defensive duo confirmed for Lightning’s 2020 campaign
Loughborough Lightning Netball can today confirm a further two athletes to their roster for the 2020 Vitality Netball Superleague season, with Annabel Roddy returning to the fold and Jaz Odeogberin making the switch from London Pulse.
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Parize bolsters Lightning squad for 2020
After a week of announcements, Lightning Netball is pleased to add a fifth player to their 2020 line-up, with young shooter Lucy Parize returning to the fold.
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Chinese Snowsport welcomed to campus
The development squad from Chinese Snowsport has spent the last 19 days on campus, learning from Loughborough’s expert performance teams.
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Joseph re-signs for eighth consecutive year
Loughborough Lightning can today confirm that mid-court powerhouse Hannah Joseph will return to court for her eighth Superleague season in purple.
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Strong Loughborough presence in GB Para Athletics squad for World Championships
Ten Loughborough-based athletes have been selected for the World Para Athletics Championships 2019 which will be held in Dubai from Nov 7-15.
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Loughborough University launches ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast
Loughborough University has officially launched its new ‘Experts in Sport’ podcast, led by the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences.
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Panagarry returns to Lightning fold
Loughborough Lightning is delighted to confirm the return of captain and England Roses star, Nat Panagarry, for the 2020 Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Over 175 new PBs for student endurance runners
For the fourth year in a row, Loughborough student endurance runners have registered a remarkable number of Personal Bests achieved in track competitions between January and September.
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Loughborough University reveals new world-class sports pitches on campus
Loughborough University has unveiled its new state-of-the-art sport pitches, installed by world-leading sports surface provider and pitch partner, SIS Pitches.
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Loughborough University name Issy Martin as new Women’s Football Head Coach
Loughborough University has officially appointed Issy Martin as its new Women’s Football Head Coach.
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First Heavy Throws open day is a success
Loughborough University hosted its first Heavy Throws open day in August, showcasing the excellent coaching, facilities and student experience it offers.
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Beesley and Dobbin help Europe to victory over USA
Loughborough duo Meghan Beesley and Beth Dobbin helped Europe comfortably beat the United States to win the inaugural The Match athletics event in Minsk, Belarus.
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Two-time Superleague champion signs for Lightning
Loughborough Lightning is excited to reveal that two-time Superleague champion goal-keeper Sam May will make the switch to the East Midlands side for the 2020 season.
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Three Lightning Netball stars named for upcoming Vitality Roses tour to Australia and New Zealand
England Netball has announced the names of 15 athletes that will be traveling to Australia and New Zealand for a behind closed doors tournament later this month including 2019 Loughborough Lightning stars Nat Panagarry, Vicki Oyesola and Jess Shaw.
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Clark commits for Lightning’s 2020 season
Loughborough Lightning Netball is excited to reveal the first of its signings for the 2020 Vitality Netball Superleague season, with England Roses goal attack Ella Clark making her return.
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Loughborough cohort selected for World Championships in Doha
11 athletes with Loughborough connections have been selected in the GB team for the upcoming IAAF World Championships in Doha.
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Student success in global paratriathlon events
Loughborough Paratriathlon athletes Hannah Moore and George Peasgood have enjoyed great success at international events held in Tokyo and Lausanne respectively.
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Loughborough University’s Director of Football appointed to FA Council
Richard Allen, the Director of Football at Loughborough University, has been appointed to the Football Association (FA) Council.
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Lightning sign England Hooker Lark Davies ahead of 2019/20 Tyrrells Premier 15s season
Loughborough Lightning Rugby is excited to unveil that England Hooker, Lark Davies, will join the squad ahead of the 2019/20 Tyrrells Premier 15s season
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Loughborough success in multiple international championships
It has been a busy few weeks for athletes at Loughborough with students competing in the World University Games in Naples and the European U23s and U20s Championships, both in Sweden.
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Loughborough Basketball players head to Shanghai
Reis Pinnock and Jonas Dieterich from Loughborough University and Josh Ward-Hibbert and Lucien Christofis from Loughborough College have touched down in Shanghai to compete in the JUMP 10 World Hoops Challenge Finals with the Loughborough Riders Select team.
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Action-packed day at LEAP sees personal bests tumble
A thrilling day of athletics at the Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP) saw several competitors smash their own personal records.
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Lightning players selected for Vitality Roses campaign
Four Loughborough Lightning players have received a Roses programme agreement for the 2019-20 international season.
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Loughborough University appoints new Director of Rugby
Loughborough University is delighted to announce Rhys Edwards’ promotion to Director of Rugby.
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Loughborough students debut at international powerlifting competition
Kyle Renwick, Ming Lau and Rob Salvesen have travelled to Tartu, Estonia to compete in the 4th World University Powerlifting Cup.
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Strong line up expected at annual LEAP event
Some of the world’s best athletes have confirmed their attendance at the annual Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP) on Tuesday 6 August 2019.
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Loughborough students represent Home Nations at international hockey competitions
Three Loughborough Students represented England at the U21 European Hockey Championships, held in Valencia, Spain.
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Peaty and Greenbank help GB to thrilling 4x100m medley relay gold
Adam Peaty capped off a memorable 2019 World Championships by helping GB secure gold in the 4x100m medley relay.
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England Netball announce new Head Coach on campus
England Netball has officially unveiled its new Head Coach at the Loughborough University stadium.
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Three Lightning players star in England Squad for the final Ashes leg
Georgia Elwiss, Jenny Gunn and Amy Jones have been named in the England squad for the upcoming three T20 matches against Australia in the final leg of the Women’s Ashes.
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Superb Peaty wins gold in 50m breaststroke
Loughborough’s Adam Peaty has won his seventh World Championship gold medal with another blistering performance in the 50m breaststroke in South Korea.
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Kathryn Bryce selected for FairBreak Global side
Lightning player and Scotland captain Kathryn Bryce has been selected to join FairBreak Global, a group of diverse players from multiple countries including Hong Kong, Botswana, Pakistan, and Germany.
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Loughborough Lightning players representing England in the Tri-Nations Cup
Six rugby players from Loughborough Lightning have been selected to represent England in the U20 Women’s Tri-Nations Cup opener, held at the University.
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Loughborough swimmers in astounding World Championship one-two finish
Loughborough swimmers Adam Peaty and James Wilby sealed an emphatic one-two finish in the 100m Breastroke final at the World Championships in Gwangju, South Korea.
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Loughborough represented at European Hockey Championships
Four students from Loughborough University are competing in the U21s Hockey European Championships, taking place in Valencia.
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Loughborough-based athletes in record breaking weekend
Elite level athletes based at Loughborough University enjoyed a thrilling weekend of competition, which saw records tumble and championships secured across multiple sports.
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Olympic rower and GB hockey coach receive honorary degrees from Loughborough University
An Olympic rower and a GB hockey coach are among the inspirational sporting figures recognised during Loughborough University’s summer graduation ceremonies.
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Loughborough Tennis make their mark at Wimbledon
Thanks to Loughborough Tennis’s programmes, created in partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association, students have played, officiated and analysed during Wimbledon this year.
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Loughborough University secures unprecedented 40th consecutive BUCS crown
Loughborough University has officially been crowned British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) champions for the 40th consecutive year.
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Loughborough Netballers get set to compete on World Stage
Loughborough University is gearing up to witness some of the world’s finest sporting action as the Netball World Cup gets underway on Friday 12th July.
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Loughborough athletes selected to represent Great Britain in multiple competitions
Loughborough University will once again be well represented at high-profile athletics meetings this summer, with a total of 17 athletes called up to Team GB.
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Loughborough University launches fitness classes for school kids
School children across Leicestershire are being encouraged to get active this summer - with a little help from fitness experts at Loughborough University.
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Lightning Academy reveal sides to compete in upcoming NPL Tournament
Loughborough Lightning Netball Academy is pleased to reveal its age group squads that will take to the court in the upcoming Netball Performance League (NPL) tournaments this summer.
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Loughborough Swimming makes a splash with arena
Loughborough Swimming is delighted to announce an agreement with performance swimwear manufacturer arena as its new main sponsor.
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Paralympic classification research day held at Loughborough University
Loughborough University has played host to a successful Paralympic classification research day, bringing together some of the world’s leading classifiers, academics, and practitioners.
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Loughborough London academic experiences first NBA Championship with the Raptors
Loughborough London’s Dr Steve Swanson has recently been a part of the Toronto Raptors’ title run to become the first non-American team to win the NBA Championship.
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Success for Loughborough Sport’s Strength and Conditioning team
Loughborough Sport’s Strength and Conditioning team have picked up the coveted ‘Employer of the Year award’ at the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) annual conference.
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UK Anti-Doping welcomed on campus
Loughborough University has welcomed UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) to campus as part of its ongoing commitment to promoting clean sport.
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Loughborough London academics showcase new research project
Academics from Loughborough University London have been sharing the initial findings from their latest research project at the annual Women in Sport and Exercise Conference.
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Loughborough Javelin Festival 2019 a roaring success
The inaugural Loughborough Javelin Festival provided the perfect setting for a thrilling day of competitive throwing.
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Lightning secure three world-class internationals for this year’s KSL campaign
Lightning have secured the signings of three world-class internationals for this year’s KSL campaign. New Zealand stalwart Sophie Devine returns for her third season in purple, with debut Lightning seasons for West Indies powerhouse allrounder Hayley Matthews and arguably South Africa’s most respected batter Mignon du Preez.
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Lightning Cricket trio return for 2019
Georgia Adams, Sarah Glenn and Jo Gardner will be back for Lightning’s 2019 campaign. All three were season regulars last year and will bolster this year’s squad.
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Loughborough students selected for World University Games
Loughborough University will once again be well represented at this year’s World University Games, with twelve students set to travel to Naples, competing in fencing, athletics and swimming respectively.
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Lightning names four current Loughborough students for the final KSL campaign
Four current Loughborough students Abbey Freeborn, Lucy Higham, Tara Norris and Alice Monaghan have all confirmed their commitment to Lightning for the 2019 Kia Super League season.
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Queen’s Birthday Honours for outstanding alumni
Two Loughborough University alumni have been recognised for their contributions to sport in the 2019 Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
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England four named in Loughborough Lightning Cricket squad
Lightning have confirmed their four England players; Kirstie Gordon, Amy Jones, Jenny Gunn and captain Georgia Elwiss for the 2019 campaign.
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Lightning sign Scottish International and Loughborough Student Kathryn Bryce for their 2019 campaign.
Lightning are thrilled to announce Scotland Captain and Loughborough University student Kathryn Bryce as their first signing of the 2019 Kia Super League season.
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Picture perfect for Loughborough PhD student
A Loughborough University PhD student has been awarded third place in the 2019 national science photography competition.
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Loughborough student designs World Cup clothing range
Loughborough University Fine Art student Rosanna Frith-Salem has helped create a range of football themed t-shirts to commemorate the 2019 Women’s World Cup.
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Lightning coach departs for Strathclyde Sirens
Loughborough Lightning Netball can confirm that coach Karen Atkinson has joined Strathclyde Sirens as Technical Director.
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Loughborough University’s Tennis Programme celebrates record year
Loughborough Sport Tennis is celebrating a record year, including a 227 percent increase in its student participation programme.
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Loughborough 4x100m quartet set record time
Amidst some fantastic performances at the recent Loughborough International meet, the victorious men’s Loughborough 4x100m quartet set what is believed to be the fastest ever time by a British University student team.
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Loughborough Lightning captain selected for Red Roses World Cup squad
Loughborough Lightning captain Nat Panagarry has been selected to represent England at this summer’s Netball World Cup.
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Mindfulness Student Blog
Joseph Bracey is a Psychology student at Loughborough University. He wrote his dissertation on mindfulness techniques, and how they can help people suffering from depression and other mental illnesses. His research found that those who practise mindfulness more often have a healthier mental state than those who do not.
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Loughborough University officially relaunches elite level gym following rebrand
Loughborough University has officially relaunched its elite level Powerbase gym following a significant rebrand.
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Lightning Netball fall short after semi-final defeat
Loughborough Lightning fell to defeat on Saturday night, suffering a heavy 54 – 74 loss to reigning champions Wasps in the 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague Semi-Finals.
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Alan Buzza to step down as Director of Rugby after 25 years of service
Loughborough Sport is sad to announce that current Director of Rugby, Alan Buzza, will leave the University at the end of the month after a whopping 25-year involvement, to embark on a teaching career.
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Lightning Netball do the double over Thunder in Day 2 of Big Easter Weekend
Loughborough Lightning secured a resounding 60-57 victory over top of the table rivals Manchester Thunder on Sunday night, claiming them a second win in as many days for The Big Easter Weekend in Glasgow.
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Lightning get back to winning ways with victory on Day 1 of Big Easter Weekend
Loughborough Lightning claimed a resounding 59 – 44 victory over home side Strathclyde Sirens on the opening day of The Big Easter Weekend.
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Lightning look to stun at the stoop and secure their place in the Tyrells Premier 15s final
After finishing fifth place and just missing out on play-offs in the inaugural season of the Tyrrells Premier 15s, Loughborough Lightning set their 18/19 season sights high, aiming for a top four spot and to be a firm contender for the TP15s Championship title.
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Loughborough University to host FA Women’s Super League academy finals day
The next wave of football talent is coming to Loughborough as the University plays host to The FA Women’s Super League (WSL) academy finals.
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6 Loughborough Golds and 3 Silvers rounds off BUCS Big Wednesday
Loughborough students put in some valiant performances last Wednesday at the annual BUCS Big Wednesday, winning six golds and three silvers to add crucial BUCS points to the current table.
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Lightning’s semi-final clash with Harlequins confirmed
Today it has been confirmed that Lightning will take on second place Harlequins Ladies in the knock-out semi-final at Twickenham Stoop on Sunday 14th April 2019 at 2pm.
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Lightning Netball come from behind to secure victory in top four clash
Loughborough Lightning stole the show on Saturday night claiming their seventh win in a row with a 54 – 49 victory over Saracens Mavericks.
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Clinical Lightning claim final league victory as they prepare for play-offs
With play-offs against Harlequins only two weeks away, Lightning were looking to end the final game of the TP15’s league well prepared with a final win under their belts.
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BUCS Big Wednesday: Loughborough Men’s Tennis steal the victory after gruelling test
Loughborough Men's Tennis team claimed BUCS Gold on Wednesday afternoon after a long gruelling test against Sterling University.
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BUCS BIG Wednesday: Loughborough Women's Tennis claim Gold
Loughborough Women's Tennis soared to victory on Wednesday morning, claiming Championship Gold in the annual BUCS Big Wednesday finals day.
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Nine Loughborough Teams Progress to BUCS Big Wednesday
Ahead of the BUCS Big Wednesday finals taking place at the University of Nottingham, this article previews the teams representing the African Violet across the nine gold medal opportunities.
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Nottingham Varsity ends in stalemate
On Wednesday our Intramural Sport teams made the trip over to Nottingham to compete in their annual IMS Varsity. Last year was the first year Loughborough suffered a loss, so this year the Loughborough cohort were striving to take back the IMS Varsity crown.
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A final flourish from Saracens Women denies Lightning fairy tale win
It was a resolute Lightning side that took to the pitch at Loughborough this afternoon as they looked to keep a clean sheet at home against Saracens Women.
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Lightning Rugby take on table toppers Saracens as the TP15s returns after International break
Following a seven-week break during the 2019 Six Nations Championship, Lightning look to strike the top of the table, as they host Saracens Women, in a triple header day of action at Loughborough this Saturday.
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Loughborough University plays pivotal role in the UK Paralympic Performance Conference
More than 200 leading Paralympic sport specialists gathered in Manchester earlier this month for the UK Paralympic Performance Conference, which was supported by Loughborough’s Peter Harrison Centre (PHC) for Disability Sport.
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Lightning Netball claim last second victory in sensational comeback
Loughborough Lightning clinched a last second goal on Monday night, thus claiming a 60-59 victory over top of the table Wasps Netball.
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Coach and Volunteer Academy shortlisted for award
The University’s Coach and Volunteer Academy (CVA) has been shortlisted for an award by Sport and Recreation Alliance. The CVA is one of three groups nominated for the Volunteer Award as part of the Community Sport and Recreation Awards.
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Santander supports Loughborough University women football talent in getting ahead(er)
Two Loughborough University female footballers Carly Perry and Rebecca Ruscoe will embark on a trip of a lifetime to Barcelona’s legendary Camp Nou stadium in March as part of Santander UK’s initiative to support female talent in both their sporting and professional lives.
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Lightning Netball make it four from four with confident win on the road
Loughborough Lightning claimed their fourth win in a row in Cardiff on Saturday, after a dominant display over home side Celtic Dragons, sealing a 70 - 57 win.
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Alumna launches WBR Network to make visible stories of sportswomen breaking records
Last week, Loughborough University was named the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the third year running by QS Ranking. This sensational global sporting reputation has fuelled students past and present, in their ambitions to impact the sporting world and carry on the Loughborough legacy.
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Beth Smith: How student volunteering helped me land my dream job
Current postgraduate student Beth Smith is living the dream balancing her Exercise Physiology MSc whilst working with the IRFU Sevens programme. Now in her fifth year at Loughborough University having completed her undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Beth reflects on how student volunteering has enhanced her skill set and allowed her to achieve her dream job.
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Number one in the world for sports-related subjects for third year running
Loughborough has been named the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the third year running by the global QS higher education league table.
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Lightning Netball record second away win on the trot with victory over Surrey Storm
Loughborough Lightning finally broke their win loss chain with a defiant 66 – 50 victory over Surrey Storm on Saturday night.
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Loughborough University appoints new Head of Para Sport
Loughborough University has appointed Nik Diaper as its new Head of Para Sport, the first role of its kind within higher education.
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Lightning Netball end Manchester Thunder’s unbeaten run with second half comeback
Loughborough Lightning secured their third win of the season on Saturday night, knocking Manchester Thunder from the top spot in doing so with a 65 – 60 victory.
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BUCS Nationals Preview 2019
Loughborough are set to storm BUCS Nationals, with ultimate athletic prowess across multiple different sports; Swimming, Athletics, Fencing, Climbing, Karate, Judo, and Badminton.
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Lightning Netball’s clean home record is tarnished by impressive Team Bath side
Loughborough Lightning fell to defeat on Saturday night after visiting side Team Bath recorded a 50 – 75 win.
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Lightning Netball keep their home record clean with win over Sirens
Loughborough Lightning sealed their second home win of the season on Saturday with a resounding performance over Strathclyde Sirens.
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Lightning’s Scottish sirens look to make an impact in the Six Nations
With the Six Nations starting on the 1st February and the Premier 15’s taking a six-week break, we look at some familiar Lightning faces that you will see gracing our TV screens over the next few weeks for Scotland.
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Lightning players look to strike at international level during upcoming Six Nations Series
With the Six Nations starting on the 1st February and the Premier 15’s taking a six-week break, we look at some familiar Lightning faces that you will see gracing our TV screens over the next few weeks.
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Lightning Netball suffer first away trip defeat
Loughborough Lightning took home a difficult defeat on Saturday night after a physical battle on the road with Saracens Mavericks clinching the 54 – 41 win in round three of the Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Loughborough students benefiting from Hudl partnership
Loughborough University student Henry Melrose is making quite the impression during his year in industry with Leicester Tigers.
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Clinical Lightning secure bonus point win
It was a clinical Lightning side that took to the pitch at Loughborough this afternoon, putting 14 tries past the Firwood Waterloo defence, securing a 76-8 bonus point win.
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Lightning gear up for first home game of 2019 in the Tyrrells Premier 15s
After an impressive start to 2019, Lightning will look to keep their winning momentum as they welcome Firwood Waterloo Ladies to Loughborough University this Saturday.
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Lightning claim first win of 2019 in Vitality Netball Superleague
Over 700 dedicated netball fans were treated to a fierce encounter at Loughborough University on Saturday night which saw Lightning claim their first victory of the year over Severn Stars.
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Lloyd set to make Lightning debut in their first game of 2019
Scottish winger Rhona Lloyd will make her debut outing in the Tyrrells Premier 15’s and Loughborough Lightning this weekend, as the side head north to face DMP Sharks.
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Lightning take a sting in opening round of Vitality Netball Superleague
Loughborough Lightning Netball kick-started their 2019 campaign this Saturday, taking on local rivals Wasps in front of a 5,000 strong crowd in Arena Birmingham.
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Let Bayman’s Battle Begin: A season preview
With Loughborough Lightning’s opening match just hours away, the two-time grand finalists are looking ahead to a new season, new faces, new coaches and a new agenda for this year’s Vitality Netball Superleague.
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Seven Lightning players awarded full time England contracts
Lightning Rugby are delighted to announce that seven players have been awarded full-time England contracts.
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Lightning gear up for final clash of the year against Bristol Bears.
Lightning will head south west to Shaftesbury Park to face Bristol Bears in their final game of 2018 this Saturday.
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Emily Scarratt signs on the dotted line for Lightning Rugby
Loughborough Lightning Rugby are excited to announce that England’s all-time leading point-scorer Emily Scarratt will be joining the squad.
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Lightning name squad for Gloucester-Hartpury Women clash
Lightning will look to put last week’s defeat to Harlequins behind them, as they gear up to take on Gloucester-Hartpury Women, in what promises to be an exciting match this Saturday.
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Lightning gear up for Harlequins test
After returning to winning ways last week Loughborough Lightning Rugby will look to continue where they left off last weekend as they head south to face Harlequins Ladies. The game, which forms part of a double header with Lightning 2’s, who also take on Harlequins 2’s in the Development League, will be held on Saturday 8 December, kicking off at 12pm at Surrey Sports Park.
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Lightning return to winning ways against Wasps
Lightning return to winning ways, putting in a dominant performance at home against 4th place Wasps. The final score came to 28-10, and the result reflected the clinical nature of the home side.
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Lightning look to return to winning ways against Wasps
After their first defeat in the Tyrrells Premier 15s 2018/19 season last week, Lightning will look to return to winning ways as they take on Wasps Ladies at home. The game, which forms part of a double header with Loughborough Students RFC who take on Chinnor RFC in National One, will be held on the 1st December and kick off at 12pm on the 1st XV pitch on Epinal Way.
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Top class tennis returns to Loughborough University
The British Tour Masters will return to Loughborough University Tennis Centre for the third time next week, with some of Britain’s top players likely to serve up some high-level tennis.
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Lightning Strikes with seven players making the WT20 Finals
Loughborough Lightning have been well represented this WT20 with seven players across three international sides; England, Australia and New Zealand.
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Lightning look ahead to top of the table clash
After a break in the season for the Quilter Internationals, Loughborough Lightning Rugby will return to the field this weekend against reining Tyrrells Premier 15’s champions Saracens, as they travel south to Allianz Park.
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Williams set to earn first England cap
For Lightning players Carys Williams and Katy Daley-Mclean, Friday will be a momentous day, with the duo reaching international milestones.
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Loughborough Lightning overcome Valkyries to remain unbeaten in the Tyrrells Premier 15s
Lightning secure their 8th victory on the trot, to stay unbeaten in the Tyrrells Premier 15s. The final score came to 64-12, and the result reflected the performance from the home side.
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Loughborough Tennis travelling to China for prestigious University tournament
Loughborough University Tennis will travel to China in November, having been invited to play in The Belt and Road Tournament in Chengdu.
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Undefeated Lightning name side to face Worcester Valkyries
After a shaky start last week against Firwood Waterloo, Lightning will look to start strongly against visiting side Worcester Valkyries as they welcome them to Loughborough University this Saturday.
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Loughborough to welcome University of Toronto for inaugural Duel in the Pool
On Saturday 3 November Loughborough will welcome the University of Toronto to campus for the inaugural ‘Duel in the Pool’ against the Canadian institution.
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Lightning in seventh heaven as a second half performance sees off Firwood Waterloo
Loughborough Lightning continue their winning streak in the Tyrrells Premier 15s as they beat Firwood Waterloo Ladies 51-20 in a game of two halves.
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Next generation of footballing talent to play at Loughborough University Stadium
Thanks to a recent partnership with Derby County FC, Loughborough University students, staff and members of the public will be able to see the next generation of footballing talent in action on campus over the coming months.
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Lightning hit the road for round seven of the Tyrrells Premier 15s
After another dominant performance against DMP Sharks last weekend, a table topping Lightning side will look to increase their lead over the rest of the Premier 15 sides as they head north to Firwood Waterloo Ladies this Saturday.
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Unbeaten Lightning top Premier 15’s table with a win against DMP Sharks
Loughborough Lightning secure their sixth consecutive win of the 2018/19 Tyrells 15’s campaign with a dominant 59-3 win over Darlington Mowden Park Sharks.
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Durham Day ends in draw
Loughborough hosted BUCS rivals Durham in the annual D-day contest on Wednesday afternoon, a tie that ended in stalemate, both sides winning six fixtures each.
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National Visually Impaired Tennis Championships all set for Loughborough
Loughborough University will add another top level event to its ever growing repertoire this weekend as it plays host to the National Visually Impaired Tennis Championships.
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Lightning continue to look dominant as they aim to strike for a sixth consecutive week
A very dominant Lightning side will look to keep their winning streak alive this weekend as they take on DMP Sharks in the sixth round of the Tyrrells Premier 15s.
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Vice Chancellor hails Volunteer Zambia programme after summer visit
Vice Chancellor, Professor Robert Allison, visited Zambia this summer to experience and contribute to the Volunteer Zambia programme, an endeavour Loughborough University has played a leading role in over the last ten years.
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Nick Cavaday and Louis Cayer to lead coaching team at Loughborough University National Tennis Academy
The Lawn Tennis Association and Loughborough University have today confirmed the appointments of Nick Cavaday (Head Coach) and Louis Cayer (Performance Advisor) to lead delivery of the new Loughborough University National Tennis Academy programme.
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Lightning look to thrill in Tyrrell’s Premier 15s live stream clash
After a well earnt week off, Lightning return to the pitch on Saturday 13th October to face Bristol Bears in this week’s live streamed game.
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Loughborough Lightning set to defend British Fast5 All-Stars title
Loughborough Lightning Netball are gearing up for this weekend’s British Fast5 All-Stars Championship, where some familiar faces are set to return to court.
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Young guns bolster Lightning roster
Loughborough Lightning can today confirm that a trio of young talent has been added to their roster for the upcoming 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
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Lightning bolster squad with Northumbria duo
Loughborough Lightning Netball are pleased to announce that dynamic duo Emily Hollingworth and Tuaine Keenan will join the side ahead of the 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season.
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Students and alumnae named in Women’s World Twenty20 squad
Current Loughborough students Kirstie Gordon and Sophia Dunkley have been named in a 15 strong England squad that will go for glory at the ICC Women’s World Twenty20 in the West Indies next month. Joining the pair, who will make their England debuts, are eight alumnae plus Lightning player Jenny Gunn, meaning almost 75% of the squad have a Loughborough connection.
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Clinton confirmed as latest recruit for Loughborough Lightning
Loughborough Lightning Netball have added another new recruit to their roster today, with Amy Clinton confirming her move to the side from Manchester Thunder, ahead of the 2019 season.
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Seven Loughborough Lightning Rugby players named in England squad
No fewer than seven Loughborough Lightning Rugby players have received the call up for the England Women’s training camp being held at Loughborough University later this week.
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Coleman caps off week of signings
Young shooting star Britt Coleman is the final signing of a week of high activity within the Loughborough Lightning Netball camp, as the Loughborough University side finalise their squad ahead of the Vitality Netball Superleague season, which kicks off in January.
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Everitt is second Lightning summer signing
Zara Everitt has today been confirmed as Loughborough Lightning Netball’s second new summer signing, following in the footsteps of Jess Shaw, who was unveiled yesterday.
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Shaw swaps Bath for Loughborough ahead of 2019 Netball Superleague season
Loughborough Lightning Netball can finally unveil their first new signing ahead of the 2019 Vitality Netball Superleague season, with England international Jess Shaw joining from rivals Team Bath.
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Engineering student Oyesola to star for Lightning in 2019
Loughborough University Mechanical Engineering student Vicki Oyesola will embark on her third year of studies and third year as part of the Loughborough Lightning Netball setup, as she continues to establish herself as a key component in the side.
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First National Fitness Games hailed a success
Loughborough University hosted the first ever National Fitness Games, which saw over 120 competitors battle it out to be titled the fittest team in the UK
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Pulseroll join the Loughborough Family as ‘official supplier to Loughborough Sport’
Vibrating foam roller brand Pulseroll have been announced as an official partner of Loughborough Sport.
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Loughborough Football agrees partnership with Derby County FC
Loughborough University is pleased to announce it has entered into a partnership with Derby County FC that will help create a great opportunities for students across campus and will develop University football.
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Loughborough to host the first edition of the National Fitness Games
The first ever edition of the National Fitness Games will take place at Loughborough University on Saturday 15 September – and it’s not too late to register your team.
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Loughborough University awarded Physical Activity Excellence Award
Loughborough university are one of twelve winners of the first BUCS Physical Activity Excellence Award which was presented at this years’ BUCS conference.
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Loughborough secure 39th consecutive BUCS title
Although this it was a mathematical certainty back in May, July saw Loughborough Students crowned British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) champions for the 39th consecutive year.
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Free heart checks in memory of Riders coach Kris
Free heart checks are being held on campus on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 August in memory of Kris Ledgard, a popular coach who died from an undetected condition aged just 22.
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Loughborough University secures landmark deal with the Lawn Tennis Association
Loughborough University has been named as one of the UK’s first two National Academies for tennis, a major milestone in the development of British Tennis.
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Schmeichel visits Denmark U17s squad at Loughborough University
The Danish Under-17s squad were paid a special visit by Denmark and Leicester City no.1 Kasper Schmeichel last week during their involvement in the UEFA U17s European Championships.