This is esports is the first ever mainstream, comprehensive esports and gaming book and publication marks a new area of publishing. Detailing the industry’s gripping ascent to its current point where 1 in 20 people globally play or spectate, This is esports is a complete bible for anyone interested in esports, gaming and tech…
THE PLANNING AND STAGING OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES OFFER THOUSANDS OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AN OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE NEW SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO ENT… The publication, entitled The Olympic Games: A Springboard for Young Professionals, offers suggestions for future and potential Olympic Games organisers on how to put in place even…
As one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, the esports market has witnessed a remarkable growth in both revenue and viewership over the years. With coronavirus lockdown rules in place and the growing number of people spending more time indoors and online, the constantly growing esports fan base is…
With just over two years to go until the next Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in 2022, Team England have announced that Kukri Sports will be the home nation’s official kit supplier for the third consecutive Commonwealth Cycle. Kukri Sports have designed and produced Team England kit for the last two…
Following the UK Prime Minister’s broadcast on Sunday 10 May, the Board of British Equestrian (BEF) has convened to discuss their position on riding and training in the current coronavirus pandemic. Although the crisis remains at stage four, according to the government’s COVID Alert Levels, the spread of the virus…
British Athletics has today confirmed the cancellation of the 2020 Müller Anniversary Games – part of the Wanda Diamond League – scheduled for July 4-5 at the London Stadium. The decision has been made in light of the ongoing global pandemic, with the safety of all athletes, coaches, volunteers, spectators…
Following the announcement from the Prime Minister last night (Sunday 10 May), Archery GB is finalising plans for the first phase of returning to archery in England. We are working with Sport England and the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) in order to provide the best possible…
The Angling Trust has given a warm welcome to the announcement today (May 10th) by Prime Minster Boris Johnson that recreational fishing looks set to resume in England on Wednesday, May 13th. The Prime Minister announced the resumption of ‘unlimited outdoor sports’ from Wednesday providing they are conducted alone or with…
The coronavirus pandemic continues to impact on all areas of life in the United Kingdom. However, recent data and a statement from the Prime Minister indicates that we have passed the peak as case numbers, hospital admissions and death rates fall. The message from government is clear that we must…
British Rowing, Rowing Canada Aviron, Rowing Australia and Rowing New Zealand have today announced the One Minute Challenge, a joint initiative for indoor rowers across the respective nations Taking place over the weekend of 8-11 May, the mass-participation competition challenges anyone with a rowing machine at home to see how…
British Cycling has extended the existing relationship with UK Coaching to give coaches and volunteers discounted access to the UKCoaching.org learning and development service. Learners that join UK Coaching will unlock a wide range of exclusive resources, learning and offers designed to help you connect, grow and empower people –…
During the Covid-19 lockdown, our athletes daily habits are changing. Some may find it difficult to remain motivated to train at home, some may be sitting down for longer periods of time, and some may just feel a little lost without their coach by their side. To help with this,…
The CEO Of The International Tennis Hall of Fame has called for this year’s tennis season to be officially cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Todd Martin, who peaked at a ranking high of fourth in the world during his career, believes such a decision would pave the way…
Damon Heta will brave a midnight alarm-call to compete in the Unibet Home Tour on Sunday from Australia, as the home-broadcast event reaches new shores. Reigning Brisbane Darts Masters champion Heta returned home to Perth in March alongside fellow Australian Kyle Anderson, having made his World Championship debut and won…
The GB Para-rowing squad have been finding innovative ways to mix up their training from home. We spoke to Chief Paralympic coach Tom Dyson, PR3 mixed coxed four coach Nick Baker and cox Erin Kennedy to find out what the team have been up to. Home gyms As soon as lockdown was announced, the para…
The Union Cup 2021 is Europe’s premier inclusive rugby event and will see upward of 60 LGBTQ+ rugby teams from more than 18 countries battle it out in Brum over the weekend of 30th April to 2nd May 2021. Birmingham is the ninth host city of the cup and organisers expect to build…
UIPM has introduced the world’s first virtual Laser Run competition in a bid to unite the global UIPM Sports community during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic. Registration is now open for #LaserHomeRun – a new concept that enables participants of all ages to add focus to their home training regimes, keep their skills…
Andy Cole, former England football star and Manchester United ambassador, is launching a new fund to help kidney patients across the UK, after facing the toughest battle of his life when his own kidneys failed. Andy is creating a fund to advance research into kidney disease, to transform kidney transplants,…
Frustrated sports fans are making up for the lack of live action on TV by enjoying more fun and games in the bedroom, a new study shows. 1 in 10 of the 2,000 sports fans surveyed by OLBG revealed they have enjoyed more sex since sporting events have been postponed and cancelled. Oxford has seen the…
The Female Coaching Network is more than just a website. It is a powerful and proactive organisation with one simple aim – to make a difference. We are “The Leading Global Community of Female Coaches Who Support, Drive and Influence Real Change in Sports Diversity.” As one of the Worlds…
Our series of flashbacks to memorable British moments in the sport since the year 2000 steps on to 2002 this week – and what a 2002 it was for one athlete in particular. Move over ‘Plucky Paula’, enter Paula the Great! Entering 2002 Paula Radcliffe had amassed a nice collection…
An all-star line-up, including 2009 Formula 1 champion Jenson Button and Ferrari ace Charles Leclerc, will do battle in the SRO GT Series Esports event at Silverstone on Sunday. Double F1 race winner Leclerc has fully embraced the world of Esports in recent weeks, winning the previous two Virtual GP…
“It is an opportunity. You can either take it or leave it but the outcome is the same, the Games are a year and a half away. I think athletes, a bit like businessmen, will take the opportunity.” Tom Squires feared his Olympic dream had gone. Every news bulletin, every…
In the film, athletes from British Rowing’s women’s squad, including world champions Polly Swann, Jessica Leyden and Imogen Grant, give a rare and fascinating insight into life at a high performance overseas training camp. As they push themselves to the absolute limit at a purpose-built training centre in the heart…
British Athletics is shocked and saddened to confirm the loss of our friend and former colleague Neil Black who passed away suddenly at the weekend. Neil loved the sport of athletics and dedicated his life to supporting athletes – as a world class physiotherapist, as head of sport science, and…
Over the coming few months, the FCN and Leeds Beckett University will be undertaking research into the current situation of gender equality in high performance coaching in athletics in the U.K. Gender equity and equality are central concerns for sporting international federations, having been identified as a core element of…
Bewdley’s Woodhouse, who made his breakthrough last year, achieved a moment of perfection during a superb 5-0 win over world number three Gerwyn Price during his three games on the second night of the Home Tour. Woodhouse was leading 3-0 as he scored back-to-back 177s against Price, before checking out…
Elinor Barker says picking the brains of ageless wonder Ed Clancy helped her find the positives in the postponement of the Olympics. Clancy is track cycling’s very own Peter Pan, still a totem of team pursuit aged 35, on the cusp of retirement but committed to a bid for a…