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A Sheffield Hallam University student has been named Young Sports Official of the Year by the Sport and Recreation Alliance for his work with mettle, a community strength and weightlifting programme affiliated to British Weightlifting.

Community sport and physical activity generated an estimated £122.9 billion in ‘social value’ across England in 2023/24, new research has revealed.

Research with nearly 80,000 parkrun participants has revealed how the mental health benefits of the free weekly 5K event are driving an increase in life satisfaction for people who take part in it.

Sheffield Hallam University students have supported the media operations at two of the biggest international sporting events – gaining valuable industry experience and insight.

Sheffield Hallam University graduates have achieved success at global sporting events, including silver medals at the World Athletics Championships and World Boxing Championships.

Sheffield Hallam University academic Dr Chris Kirk has been awarded a prestigious fellowship for his passion and commitment to sport and exercise sciences.

A new study examining how UK sports organisations respond to online abuse against female athletes reveals significant gaps in protection, with no tailored safeguarding policies specifically addressing the unique vulnerabilities faced by professional sportswomen.

Rian Snell, a Sheffield Hallam University student and transplant athlete, has won gold in both the British and the European Championships, with his goal to become world champion

Sport Business Management students at Sheffield Hallam University have delivered real-life consultancy projects for the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSSPE) and Surrey County Cricket Club (CCC) as part of their course.

Sheffield Hallam University student Emily Asquith has successfully juggled studying with boxing to become a national amateur champion.