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University of Edinburgh Sport and Edinburgh University Sports Union announce sports clothing and uniform partnership.

The University of Edinburgh’s much-loved annual Dance Performance is marking a milestone this year, celebrating its 40th anniversary.

The University of Edinburgh Sport is reinforcing its commitment to enhancing active wellbeing and recognising the transformative power of physical activity in improving mental, physical, and social health. Acknowledging the role that being active plays as one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing, the University is taking deliberate steps to ensure its programmes, services, and environments are mentally healthy.

The University of Edinburgh is delighted to welcome world-class middle-distance runner Gabriela DeBues-Stafford to the Global Endurance Project. A multiple-time Canadian record holder, Gabriela has established herself among the world’s elite in events ranging from 1,500m to 5,000m.

This weekend, 117 University of Edinburgh athletes competed across six disciplines at the 2025 BUCS Nationals held in Sheffield. With students competing in Athletics, Badminton, Climbing, Fencing, Karate, and Swimming, the university's athletes demonstrated exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship.

The University of Edinburgh’s Academy of Sport has published an exciting Fan Engagement Report following their study of the SWPL.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Eilidh Doyle, Scotland’s most decorated athlete, as Global Ambassador of Sport for the University of Edinburgh.

The University of Edinburgh is delighted to announce the appointment of Greg McEwan as the permanent Head of Commercial Business for Sport & Active Wellbeing, following a comprehensive external recruitment process.

An independent report into the University of Edinburgh’s sport and wellbeing activities has shown that for every £1 invested, £5.69 was generated in economic impact and social value.

Edinburgh University athletes and staff have enjoyed a magnificent array of success over the festive season.

Archie Goodburn is being recognised for his exceptional success as an elite swimmer, his excellent academic achievements, and his positive and inspirational attitude whilst dealing with significant health issues.

The Coaching & Officiating Fund, created by Edinburgh University Sports Union, is an initiative designed to support students and club members in attaining valuable coaching and officiating qualifications.

The Pleasance has been named a winner at a prestigious fitness industry awards ceremony.

The University of Edinburgh is delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Rowland, a globally acclaimed athletics endurance coach, as its new Performance Endurance Head Coach within the ambitious Global Endurance Project.

The University of Edinburgh Sport is delighted to welcome Scottish Athletics to the Laurie Liddell Clubhouse, Peffermill, as their new head office. Peffermill is one of Scotland’s premier sports grounds and we welcome the opportunity to enhance our partnership with Scottish Athletics.

We are delighted to announce the release of the sports clothing and uniform tender for the period 2025-2028 with potential extension to 2031.

This November, the University of Edinburgh Sports Union sports clubs have proudly embraced the theme of Men’s Mental Health Champions in Sport as part of the global Movember initiative and International Men’s Day celebrations. The month-long campaign has shone a spotlight on men’s health issues, including prostate and testicular cancers and mental health challenges while fostering much-needed conversations to break the stigma surrounding men’s mental health. By raising awareness and normalising conversations about these topics, the more men will feel able to reach out to their friends for support.

Our Head of Women’s Rugby, Claire Cruikshank, will be stepping down from her role to take on a historic new position within Scottish Rugby where she will be become the first ever professional rugby coach for Edinburgh Rugby Women.

The University of Edinburgh will be represented in three categories at the Scottish Sport Awards.

24 University athletes have been awarded Winning Students 100 Scholarships for the 2024/25 academic year.