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Exposing the secrets of fake golf clubs

Issued:22/03/10

Scientists have exposed the secrets of counterfeit golf clubs by using forensic technology to uncover the shoddy truth behind their near-perfect exteriors.Experts...



Sheffield Hallam's athletes celebrate medal haul

Issued:17/03/10

Sheffield Hallam University's elite athletes are celebrating after bagging four gold medals, four silvers and two bronze at the British Universities...



Mental toughness key to doctor of downhill win

Issued:24/02/10

Downhill mountain bike World Champion Steve Peat changed gear last night for an evening of conversation on stage at Sheffield Hallam University.In...



Sheffield Hallam wins first Winter Varsity title

Issued:23/02/10

Sheffield's own Winter Olympics came to a head this weekend as Sheffield Hallam University's winter sports teams won their first Winter Varsity...



Orienteering centre makes home in Sheffield

Issued:11/02/10

The sport of orienteering has found its way to Sheffield with the creation of a National Centre of Excellence in the city.Sheffield Hallam University's...



New Olympic modules are first of their kind

Issued:12/01/10

Sheffield Hallam University has launched a unique set of modules in partnership with the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG),...



GB Cycling chief on track for honorary degree

Issued:18/12/09

The man credited with transforming British cycling into a gold-medal winning force has praised the "pivotal" role played by Sheffield Hallam...



Young stars learn the skills from Brazil

Issued:14/12/09

Futsal, the official FIFA and UEFA version of indoor five a side football which originated in South America, has taken off in Sheffield thanks to a...



University serving up the science behind sport

Issued:10/11/09

How do you find a tennis racket's 'sweet spot'? How do you make a skeleton bobsled move faster? How quick are your reaction times? Dr David...



Sheffield Hallam sport research on international stage

Issued:09/11/09

Sheffield Hallam University's expertise in the analysis and evaluation of the economic impact of major sporting events will be the main focus of...