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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.
![Sophia Green running at the World Junior Championships qualifying event in Wales](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/august/Sophia-Green-Wales-450x338.jpg)
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.
![An image of Duncan Scott](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/05/duncan-scott-uofs-banner-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Chris Geddes](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/11/ChrisGeddes-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Maia Lumsden tennis player hitting backhand shot](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/june/Maia-Lumsden-credit--450x338.jpg)
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.
![Hazel MacGarvie sitting on the Swilken Bridge with the St Rule Trophy at the Old Course, St Andrews](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/june/Hazel-MacGarvie-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Tennis player Maia Lumsden hitting backhand shot](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/may/Maia-Lumsden-450x338.jpg)
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.
![The winning University of Stirling golf team with the BUCS Championship trophy](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/may/Golf-BUCS-Champs-2019-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott with 200m freestyle gold medal](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/april/Duncan-Scott-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Professor Gerry McCormac and Cathy Gallagher with Stirling County Rugby Club representatitves](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/april/Super-6-launch-450x338-(1).jpg)
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.
![Women's Fencing team with BUCS Trophy](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/april/Fencing-BUCS-Trophy-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Santander trip to Barcelona](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/march/santander-thumb-450x338.jpg)
£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.
![University of Stirling and Morrison Construction representatives on construction site of new sports centre](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/march/Sport-redevelopment-update-group-450x338-(1).jpg)
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.
![Ross Whyte with curling teammates on podium at World University Winter Games](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/march/WUGS-Curling-medal-2019-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Ross Whyte leads out Team GB at World University Winter Games](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/march/Ross-Whyte-WUGS-flag-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Cameron Main (far right) with Douglas Ross MP and Prime Minister, Theresa May](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/february/Cameron-Main-Downing-St-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Cassie Wild in swimming pool](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/february/Cassie-Wild-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Team Jackson with women's Scottish Curling Championships trophy](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/february/Curlers-Scottish-Champs-2019-450x338.jpg)
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.
![rugby](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/february/rugbypic-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Nicole Ritchie skiing through gates](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/january/Nicole-Ritchie-450x338.jpg)
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 University footballers](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/january/Footballers-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Sophie Jackson throwing curling stone](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/january/Sophie-Jackson-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Time capsule](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2019/january/capsule-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Scott McLay in pool at Scottish Swimming Champs](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/12/Scott-McLay-450x338.jpg)
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.
![head shot of female tennis player on indoor court](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/11/maia-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Judy Murray with her father Roy Erskine](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/11/SUFC-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott with several medals](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/04/team-scotland-medalists-swim-scott-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Chris Geddes](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/11/ChrisGeddes-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Nicola Slater crouching down, lining up a putt on golf green](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/11/Nicola-Slater-golf-450x338.jpg)
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.
![procession of people in graduate robes outside Inverness cathedral](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/11/inverness-graduation-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Nicola Slater with Stirling International golf trophy](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/10/Nicola-Slater-Golf-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott and Steven Tigg with Team Scotland Awards](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/09/DuncanScottSteveTiggTeamScotAwards450x338.jpg)
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.
![Stirling celebrates 10 years as Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence.](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/09/SUSE10-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott swimming backstroke in water](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/DuncanScottswimming430x338.jpg)
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.
![Scottish Parliament](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/Scottish-Parliament-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott celebrates with GB teammates on podium](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/Duncan-Scott-medley-gold-Euro-2018-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Special Olympics male athlete doing high jump](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/Special-Olympics-high-jump-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott with gold medal at European Championships](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/Duncan-Scott-Euro-Gold-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott waving on podium at European Championships](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/Duncan-Scott-Glasgow2018-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Duncan Scott swimming backstroke in water](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/DuncanScottswimming430x338.jpg)
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.
![Eilidh Watson, Finlay Richardson, Gareth Allan with new defibrillators](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/08/defibrillator-450x338.jpg)
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.
![Gold Coast students](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/06/gold-coast-students-tn.jpg)
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.
![University of Stirling's tennis hall](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/06/tennisstorythumbnail450x338.jpg)
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.
![UofS Sports Centre CGI June 2018](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/06/UofS-Sports-Centre-CGI-June-2018.jpg)
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.
![Daily mile participants](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/05/DailyMileThumb.jpg)
Heroes’ welcome for returning Gold Coast stars
The University of Stirling’s top athletes have been given a heroes’ welcome on their return to campus after starring at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.
![An image of Duncan Scott](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/05/duncan-scott-uofs-banner-450x338.jpg)
BUCS brilliance from Stirling athletes
Following swimming and triathlon glory at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, the University of Stirling’s athletes continue to deliver as its golfers and tennis players claimed British titles over the past week amongst other successes.
Scott takes Stirling’s final Gold Coast medal tally to eleven
Record-breaking swimming sensation Duncan Scott brought down the curtain on his spectacular Commonwealth Games display with a sixth – and the University of Stirling’s eleventh – medal of the competition.
![Duncan Scott with several medals](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/04/team-scotland-medalists-swim-scott-450x338.jpg)
Historic Commonwealth Gold Medal for Stirling’s Duncan Scott
The University of Stirling’s Duncan Scott has become Scotland’s most decorated swimmer at a single Commonwealth Games, adding to his earlier haul of three bronze medals by winning gold and bronze in the 100m Freestyle and 4x200m Freestyle.
![Duncan Scott](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/04/duncan-scott-450x338.jpg)
Stirling celebrates more success at Commonwealth Games
The University of Stirling's swimmer Duncan Scott has claimed his first ever individual Commonwealth Games medal, taking bronze in the 200m freestyle final on the Gold Coast.
![Duncan Scott](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/04/duncan-scott-450x338.jpg)
Stirling’s Willmott takes gold at Commonwealth Games
University of Stirling swimmer Aimee Willmott landed England’s first gold medal of the 2018 Commonwealth Games with a dramatic win in the 400m individual medley final.
![Gold Coast surf board image](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2018/04/gold-coast-surf-thumbnail.jpg)