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By Sports Correspondent The Football Foundation today announces funding and professional development opportunities through the Stephen Lawrence Scholarship with the University of Greenwich. Honouring Stephen’s legacy and his passion for football and architecture, this initiative will prioritise Black students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, and those who are estranged or
Education
By Education Correspondent The inaugural Big Kick Off football tournament launched with flair and excitement at John Cabot Academy, bringing together young athletes from across the Cabot Learning Federation (CLF) for a dynamic five-a-side competition that celebrated sportsmanship, teamwork, and skill. Organised and delivered by CLF Post-16 students as part
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By Jill Dando News Kind words can unlock your potential, according to a new Cadbury study released today. The research reveals the profound impact of positive encouragement: 92% of UK adults admit they have felt more confident because of something someone said to them - emphasising that even small acts
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By Jill Dando News Students from Hans Price Academy (HPA) in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, made a powerful impression at the South West rugby championships held at Clifton RFC, with both the boys’ and girls’ Year 9 and Year 10 teams emerging as champions. The day proved to be a landmark moment
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By Community Correspondent A Stoke woman who was determined to get fit after having her two children has landed a place to represent Team Great Britain at the Age Group World Triathlon Championship Finals in Australia later this year. Emma Broadhurst, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, decided to tackle her ‘mum tum’ by
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By Sports Correspondent University earth scientists partnered with LiverpoolFC.com to record the seismic signature of Liverpool FC’s historic title-clinching win over Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side secured the club’s 20th top-flight championship on an unforgettable day, defeating Tottenham 5-1 in front of a packed
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By Sports Correspondent Stirling Highland Games are celebrating with the exciting announcement that former Scotland Women’s rugby internationalist Lyndsay O'Donnell has been appointed as their honorary chieftain for 2025. This prestigious role recognises Stirling-born O'Donnell's remarkable contributions to international rugby and her ongoing
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By Sports Correspondent Opening in Spring 2026 near the Hartcliffe Way and Hengrove Way roundabout, 224 Youth Zone will offer over 20 activities—from football, boxing, and climbing to creative arts, music, drama, and employability training. It’s part of OnSide’s national network and will be the new home
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By Sports Correspondent Trailblazing wheelchair rugby player and disability advocate Jessica Booth has secured vital funding to launch a groundbreaking new project aimed at transforming the face of Wheelchair Rugby League in the UK. Jess, who represents Wales in the sport and is a decorated ambassador for inclusivity, is now
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By Sports Correspondent Bristol City Robins Foundation are teaming up with Talk Club and Bristol Rovers Community Trust to host The Talk Club Cup – a charity football match bringing together both sides of the city for a cause that truly matters. Putting aside City and Rovers’ fierce and longstanding rivalry,
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By Sports Correspondent The Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation has announced that Chelsea captain and England international Millie Bright has joined the team as an Official Supporter. Millie is joining the UK’s biggest sport’s charity to support its mission to transform communities where the
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By Rafi, 13, Maddie, 16 and Caitlin, 13, at The King Alfred School's Good News Room for Jill Dando News At just 13 years old, Brooke, a rising sailing star from The King Alfred School Academy, in Highbridge, Somerset is taking the competitive sailing world by storm. Having
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By Oliver, 14 and Freddie, 14, Worle School’s Good News Room for Jill Dando News McLaren Does It Again! The first race of the Formula One season took place in Melbourne, Australia. During the opening practice session, it was clear the competition would be tight, with everything coming down
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By Jill Dando News Health and wellbeing experts at Swansea University are sharing the importance of physical activity for everyone, regardless of age, race, or gender. As part of Welsh Institute of Physical Activity, Health and Sport (WIPAHS), researchers at Swansea University not only consider a wide range of issues
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By Sports Correspondent Zara Lachlan, a Physics student at Loughborough University, has recently completed a 3,600 nautical-mile journey from Europe to South America. Zara arrived in French Guiana after spending 97 days, 9 hours and 20 minutes rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. In doing so, she has made history
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By Sports Correspondent To mark World Book Day 2025, the Premier League will gave away more than 28,000 free books to children across England and Wales through its Premier League Primary Stars education programme. The books have been donated to the programme by the World Book Day Charity, run