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Top coach selected for Team GB at Tokyo Olympics
Award-winning coach Steven Tigg is set to travel to Tokyo with Team GB for the 2020 Olympic Games – making him the first University of Stirling representative to be selected for next year’s competition.
Stirling students targeting the Scottish Cup Third Round
Student footballers at the University of Stirling are preparing for one of their biggest games of the season – as they aim to make the Scottish Cup Third Round for the second consecutive year.
Sport facilities hit new heights at the University of Stirling
The University of Stirling’s £20 million sports facilities redevelopment has reached another major milestone after building work reached its highest point.
MEP joins Stirling swimmers to celebrate sporting accolade
A Member of the European Parliament has visited the University of Stirling to celebrate its designation as Sports University of the Year 2020.
Stirling crowned UK Sports University of the Year
The University of Stirling has been crowned the UK’s Sports University of the Year in recognition of its world-class facilities and excellence across sports performance, research and education.
Clean sweep for Stirling golfers at season opener
University of Stirling golfers have made a fine start to the student season as they won a clean sweep of titles at the Stirling International tournament at the Fairmont St Andrews.
Green qualifies for Triathlon World Champs
University of Stirling triathlete, Sophia Green, is set to take on the world’s best later this month after qualifying for the ITU Junior World Triathlon Grand Final in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Stirling swimming star Scott leads Team GB to world gold
A stunning performance from University of Stirling swimming sensation Duncan Scott helped Great Britain to win 4x100m medley gold at the World Championships in South Korea.
Student footballers aim to get new season off to a good start
The University of Stirling men’s football team kick-off their 2019/20 league campaign this weekend – and coach Chris Geddes believes his squad can improve on last season’s impressive showing.
Maia makes her mark in spell of success for Stirling athletes
Maia Lumsden’s first WTA tour win was a highlight in an impressive series of performances by University of Stirling athletes.Check out the latest sporting headlines.
MacGarvie Rules at St Andrews
University of Stirling golfer Hazel MacGarvie claimed the biggest victory of her career this weekend as she won the St Rule Trophy at St Andrews.
Stirling athletes nominated for Unsung Hero campaign
Six University of Stirling athletes have been recognised as part of the inaugural Watermans Unsung Sporting Hero campaign which celebrates personalities making their mark across the sporting landscape.
Back-to-back British titles for Stirling golfers
The University of Stirling’s golf team retained the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Team Championship this past week after a dominant performance against the University of the Highlands and Islands.
Sweet sixteen for Stirling swimmers at British Champs
The University of Stirling’s high performance swimmers underlined their world-class credentials this past week after winning sixteen medals at the British Swimming Championships in Glasgow.
University and County kick-off Super 6 rugby partnership
The University of Stirling has announced an enhanced partnership with Stirling County RFC in support of the city’s new Super 6 rugby franchise.
Stirling fencers show their metal to claim BUCS Trophy
The University of Stirling women’s fencing team made history this past week as they defeated Cardiff University to win the BUCS Trophy.
Barcelona trip for Stirling women’s football captain
The captain of the University of Stirling women’s football team has travelled to Barcelona to participate in a new initiative supporting female sporting and professional talent.
£20m sports facility transformation set for next stage
The £20 million transformation of the University of Stirling’s sports facilities has reached a major milestone this week as it prepares for the commencement of building works.
World Uni Games bronze for Stirling curler
University of Stirling curling scholar Ross Whyte enjoyed a successful World University Winter Games as he inspired Team GB’s men’s team to a bronze medal.
Curler flying GB flag at World Uni Winter Games
First-year curling scholar Ross Whyte enjoyed a memorable opening ceremony at the World University Winter Games in Russia - after being selected as Team GB’s flag-bearer.
From Ben Nevis to Downing Street: Student’s charitable work recognised
The charitable work of University of Stirling student and sports scholar Cameron Main has been recognised by Prime Minister Theresa May at a celebratory Downing Street Burns Supper.
Stirling dominates the podium at BUCS Nationals
University of Stirling athletes enjoyed a fruitful British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) National finals weekend as they returned from Sheffield with an incredible 25 medals.
Scottish Champs success for Stirling curlers
Three University of Stirling curling scholars will represent Scotland at the World Championships next month after winning their respective Scottish titles this past weekend.
Four Stirling rugby players selected for national squad
Four University of Stirling athletes have been named in the Scottish Student Rugby squad that will take on Ireland this weekend.
Stirling student on the podium at Welsh skiing champs
University of Stirling sports scholar Nicole Ritchie produced a brilliant performance at the International Welsh Alpine Ski Championships earlier this week.
Six Stirling footballers selected for Scotland squad
Six student footballers from the University of Stirling are celebrating after being chosen to represent Scotland in upcoming international matches.
Stirling trio take to the ice for World University Winter Games
Three University of Stirling students will compete at the highest level of student sport next month after being named in the GB squad for the 29th World University Winter Games in Krasnoyarsk, Russia.
University relics discovered in sports centre time capsule
Sporting relics, old photographs and a bottle of whisky – all dating back 50 years – are among a treasure trove of items discovered within a time capsule at the University of Stirling.
Swim stars dominate at national short course champs
The University of Stirling’s swimming team lived up to its reputation this past weekend as it claimed 50 medals at the Scottish Short Course Championships in Edinburgh.
University tennis scholar selected for French competition
University of Stirling student Maia Lumsden has be selected to compete in the Master’U Paribas Tennis event in France this weekend.
Judy Murray and Duncan Scott among hundreds of fans at University cup tie
Judy Murray and Olympian Duncan Scott joined hundreds of fans in cheering on University of Stirling footballers as they took on Elgin City in the William Hill Scottish Cup.
Swimming star Duncan Scott scoops another top award
The University of Stirling’s Olympic and Commonwealth star Duncan Scott is celebrating after being crowned Swimming Athlete of the Year at a prestigious awards ceremony.
University of Stirling footballers bid to make history in Scottish Cup
Student footballers from the University of Stirling are aiming to make history this weekend as they take on Elgin City in the third round of the William Hill Scottish Cup.
Golf star Nicola joins scholarship programme
English golfer Nicola Slater hopes to tee up a bright future in the sport after joining the University's renowned golf scholarship programme.
Stirling students celebrate alongside Olympic curler at Inverness graduation
Olympic curler Eve Muirhead joined students at the University of Stirling’s graduation ceremony in Inverness today.
Titles, trophies and national call-ups for Stirling athletes
University of Stirling athletes and coaches have enjoyed a strong spell of positive results and recognition – racking up several impressive victories and awards. Read our latest sporting headlines.
Stirling duo recognised at Team Scotland Awards
University of Stirling swimmer and World, Commonwealth and European champion Duncan Scott – and coach Steven Tigg – were celebrating last night after scooping top prizes at the Team Scotland Scottish Sports Awards.
Stirling’s sporting success celebrated in parliamentary debate
MSPs have marked the 10th anniversary of Stirling’s designation as Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence with a debate in the Scottish Parliament.
MSPs celebrate Stirling’s decade at the top of Scottish sport
The Scottish Parliament has recognised the tenth anniversary of Stirling’s designation as Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence.
University’s defibrillator initiative recognised by MSPs
The University of Stirling’s decision to introduce 11 new defibrillators to campus – taking the total number to 20 – has been celebrated by politicians at Holyrood.
Scott secures golden hat-trick at Euros
University of Stirling’s Duncan Scott rounded off his European Championships with another gold medal after helping the British men’s 4x100m medley relay team secure victory in Glasgow.
Athletes assemble for Special Olympics Anniversary Games
More than 1400 athletes from across Europe will converge on campus this weekend as they get set to compete in the Special Olympics GB Anniversary Games.
Scott strikes gold again at Euros
Stirling swim star, Duncan Scott, enhanced his burgeoning reputation last night as he claimed another gold in the 200m freestyle at the European Championships in Glasgow.
Swimmers make a splash at opening weekend of Euro Champs
University of Stirling athletes made the perfect start to their European Championships as they claimed three medals across the opening weekend in Glasgow.
Stirling athletes set for first ever Euro Champs
A group of Stirling athletes are set to compete for Team GB at the inaugural European Championships which take place over the coming week in Glasgow.
Cardiac arrest survivor welcomes 11 new defibrillators to Stirling campus
A cardiac arrest survivor has praised University of Stirling staff who used a defibrillator to save his life – and has revealed his “absolute delight” at 11 new medical devices being introduced to campus.
Gold Coast stars toasted at celebratory reception
A celebratory reception was held this past week to recognise the achievements of the University of Stirling’s Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games athletes.
Stirling to help shape tennis stars of the future
The University of Stirling is to host one of the UK’s leading tennis pathway programmes. Tennis Scotland at Stirling was named one of two National Academies, as part of the Lawn Tennis Association’s (LTA) 10-year Performance Strategy for British Tennis.
Green light for £20m sports facility transformation
A £20 million transformation of the University of Stirling’s sports facilities has been given the green light.
A 15-minute ‘Daily Mile’ could enhance children’s health
Policymakers should consider introducing The Daily Mile to improve the health and fitness of schoolchildren around the world, according to new research led by the Universities of Stirling and Edinburgh.