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Blog 114: Scottish Women in Paris

It's safe to say that the Scottish Women of the 2024 Paris Olympics did us all proud, showcasing the grit and determination of their country. Competing in a whole medley of sports, there were medals and there were tears - both of joy and heartbreak. We've covered it all in one place so you have all the facts and figures that count, so sit back and enjoy. Beth Potter came into the sporting world back at Rio 2016, although then competing in the 10,000m on the track. The following year she switched over to Triathalon and has well and truly…
Hannah Scott
August 10, 2024
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Blog 60: Goodbye, Tokyo!

Tokyo 2020 is finished. Let's recap the victories, controversies and notable moments from this unorthodox Olympics. From day one, Tokyo 2020 promised to be unlike any other previous Games with its empty stadiums, infamous cardboard beds and controversial costs. But as the days went along, more and more topics of conversation emerged, proving once again that the Olympic Games are more than a sporting event.   Scottish success Team GB placed fourth in the Olympic medal count this year, with 65 shiny, brand-new medals to add to the collection. Scottish athletes took home 16 medals, which is an outstanding contribution we…
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August 10, 2021
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Blog 59: Get in the Zone

"For me, it's not about pumping really loud music, it’s more about being relaxed and embracing those nerves. Seeing them more as adrenaline and something that will spur you on. You have those nerves because you care."  Stephanie Davis, is competing in the Marathon in the 2021 Olympics for Team GB, she shared with us at SWIS, her story.  The Olympics trials were suppose to be part of the London Marathon in 2020, which for obvious reasons didn't go ahead, meaning Steph was forced to do her try-out, behind closed doors. Talk about pressure (spoiler: she made it): "Covid has…
Hannah Scott
July 30, 2021