University students achieve sporting success across national championships

University of Wolverhampton students have showcased exceptional talent and dedication, achieving outstanding results in a range of individual sports competitions across the country.

In a remarkable display of skill, WLV Sport Scholar Rhyse Oliveri secured the gold medal in the Men’s FIG Level at the Trampoline and Double Mini Trampoline Championships held in Sheffield in February.

Continuing the University’s sporting success, Walsall Campus hosted the highly competitive BUCS Judo Championships in March. The event, which attracted over 350 students from universities nationwide, highlighted the high calibre of university-level Judo. University of Wolverhampton students not only competed but also gained invaluable experience in sports therapy, event photography, and event planning.

The University proudly congratulates the following students on their medal-winning performances:

• Lucy Renshall, PGCE Primary Education: Gold Medal, under 63kg (1Kyu & above)
• Gwen Lloyd, BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Therapy: Bronze Medal, under 70kg (1Kyu & above)
• Ats Prangli, BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science: Gold Medal, under 81kg (1Kyu & above)
• Eryk Neumann, BSc (Hons) Architecture: Silver Medal, under 81kg (1Kyu & above)
• Antony Moylett, BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science: Bronze Medal, under 81kg (1Kyu & above)

Ats Prangli commented, “I felt strong and sharp all day. I managed to stay composed and stick to my game plan, which I think was the key to my success.”

Natalie Gould, Sport Performance and Development Manager (Interim), expressed her pride: “We are incredibly proud of the performances our student-athletes have achieved over the past couple of months. We aim to support our University students to attend the BUCS individual sports competitions around the country, whilst maximising their potential as a dual-career student-athlete. From everyone at the University of Wolverhampton, congratulations on your accomplishments, and we wish you luck in future competitions.”

The University also recognises the achievements of the following students who have represented the institution in various individual sports:

• Jack Forrest – BUCS Indoor Athletics Championships
• Dontay Bailey – BUCS Indoor Athletics Championships
• Zara Green – BUCS Archery Indoor Championships
• Jennifer Collins – BUCS Archery Indoor Championships
• William Wilson – BUCS Boxing Championships
• Izabel Peniket – BUCS Short and Long Course Swimming Championships
• Cameron Baddams – BUCS Short and Long Course Swimming Championships

Anyone interested in studying for courses at the School of Sport at the University of Wolverhampton should register for one of our forthcoming Open Days.