The Finalists for the SW/S Awards are being announced but if you're looking for more information about this year's awards, Read on.
Hannah ScottNovember 9, 2021
This Halloween, let's celebrate with something new and exciting. A new and exciting sport, that is. Let us introduce you to Bike Polo. Also known as cycle polo or bicycle polo, this activity is 'a team sport, similar to traditional polo, except that bicycles are used instead of horses.'
abi.k.johnston@googlemail.comOctober 31, 2021
Lucy Camlin, by day, she's a physio, and on the weekend's, she's representing Scotland in the Senior Hockey Women's Squad. Check out what she had to say about working throughout the pandemic & how she turned her fingers green to keep her fitness up.
Hannah ScottOctober 24, 2021
The eighth SW/S is next month. And the nominations are open. Read about what the categories are, and hear from SW/S founder Maureen McGonigle about why this year's awards are so special.
Hannah ScottOctober 8, 2021
Scottish Women in Sport is dedicated to promoting diversity, equality and parity in sport, based on education, empathy and compassion. In order to amplify the voices of marginalised communities, we created this blog to share inspiring stories that make us understand each other's experiences better. October 1 marks the beginning of Black History Month, originating from the US but now observed in many countries around the world. It aims to "honour the too-often unheralded accomplishments of Black Britons in every area of endeavour throughout our history." This week, to participate in the conversation, we invited Dr Marlon Moncrieffe, Co-Convenor of…
abi.k.johnston@googlemail.comOctober 2, 2021
Women have always been pushed aside in Motorsport. But we speak to those who are trying to change that. The W-Series, and Formula Women are pushing back to give women equal opportunities and platforms to pursue their dreams.
Hannah ScottSeptember 24, 2021
We know it's been a while, but we were on the endorphin comedown from the wild ride that was the 2021 SW/S Conference. The 51 per cent club was celebrated through research, good food and plans for the future of women in sport.
Hannah ScottSeptember 17, 2021
On September 9, 2021, the annual Scottish Women in Sport Conference will make a grand return after a one-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tickets are still available to 'The 51% Club' where our speakers discuss why are there so few women in leadership roles in sport. While there might be few of them, our speaker, Clíona O'Leary clearly proves that women are powerful and knowledgeable in leadership positions and deserve a seat at the table. Working as the Head of TV Sport in RTÉ for 11 years now, Clíona has been a part of several conversations about equality,…
abi.k.johnston@googlemail.comSeptember 5, 2021
Behind the scenes of our Paralympic Heros. From Prosthetics to Frame Runners, it's not a 'one size fits all'. Check out what those researchers and engineering pioneers have to say.
Hannah ScottAugust 28, 2021
'It would be rude not to stare' say the billboards. 'To be a Paralympian, there has to be something wrong with you', say the adverts. Channel 4 are taking us back to Tokyo on 24th August - 5th September for the Paralympics and it's the biggest show yet. People with disabilities have been taking part in the Olympics since the 1948 London Olympics. German-British neurologist Dr. Guttmann started the Stoke Mandeville Games, that included ex-service men and women taking part in an archery competition. The first Paralympic Games took place in Rome in 1960. Featuring 400 athletes from 23 countries,…
Hannah ScottAugust 13, 2021
