Who stole the Golden Boot? Wolves Women go CSI at Locard House

Players from Wolves Women’s first team swapped football boots for forensic kits in a thrilling crime scene investigation challenge at the University of Wolverhampton.

Anna Grey, Louanne Worsey, and Lily Simkin took on the task at Locard House, the University’s fully equipped mock ‘crime scene house’. The scenario involved investigating the theft of the Women’s Golden Boot Trophy, with players acting as crime scene investigators to identify forensic evidence and link it to suspects.

Clues included a broken window, potential blood traces, fingerprints and a footprint. Working against the clock, the winner cracked the case in just eight minutes, with the other two finishing in 10 and 11 minutes.

Becky Flanagan, Senior Forensic Science Lecturer at the University of Wolverhampton, said:
“This activity is a fantastic way to showcase the practical skills our students develop on the Forensic Science course. It’s all about observations, critical thinking, strategy and teamwork skills, the same qualities that make great footballers. We loved seeing the players embrace the challenge and experience of what it’s like to be a crime scene investigator.”

Anna Grey, Wolves Women player, added:
“It was such a different experience from what we’re used to on the pitch! We had to really think about the evidence and piece everything together. It gave us a real insight into how detailed and methodical forensic work is and it was great fun too.”

The event highlighted the University’s sector-leading forensic science courses, which combine hands-on training with real-world scenarios to prepare students for careers in criminal investigation.

For more information about forensic science courses at the University of Wolverhampton, visit BSc (Hons) Forensic Science - University of Wolverhampton