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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stirling cleans up at the Scottish Student Golf Championships
University of Stirling golfers are celebrating after triumphing across all events at the 96th Scottish Student Championships.
Dumbbells and degrees: University of Stirling Sport launches strength and conditioning internship programme
University of Stirling Sport has announced an exciting new student development initiative with the launch of its new Strength and Conditioning Internship Programme.
Farewell for Stirling swimmers heading for the Gold Coast
Nine swimmers from the University of Stirling have bid farewell to campus as they prepare to jet off to Australia ahead of next month’s Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.
Stirling athletes make the grade for World University Games
The University of Stirling’s reputation for sporting excellence continues to flourish after seven student athletes were selected for this year’s World University Games in Chinese Taipei, 19 – 30 August.
Stirling golfer selected for Glasgow 2018 role
Glasgow 2018 is set to celebrate the country’s young talent and achievers, coinciding with the Year of Young People, and six ambitious young athletes, representing each of the sports, hope the profile of Glasgow 2018 will help inspire more young people to get involved in sports.
Richardson on top of the world at Duathlon Champs
One of the University of Stirling’s newest sport scholars, Cameron Richardson, has made a blistering start to his university career as he became world junior duathlon champion at the ITU Duathlon World Championships in Penticton, Canada.
Stirling golfers team up for Glasgow 2018 at Ladies Scottish Open pro-am
Three young golfers from the University of Stirling were given the opportunity of a lifetime this week as they teamed up for Glasgow 2018 at the Aberdeen Asset Management Ladies Scottish Open pro-am at Dundonald Links in Ayrshire.
