Community hero and sports pioneer Ranjit Singh awarded prestigious Honorary Fellowship

The University is proud to announce that Ranjit Singh, Head Coach of Wolverhampton Wrestling Club and CEO Projects, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to sport, community service, and social impact.

Born and raised in Wolverhampton, Ranjit has dedicated decades to empowering individuals through wrestling and humanitarian initiatives. Under his leadership, Wolverhampton Wrestling Club has become a nationally recognised centre of excellence, producing numerous national champions and breaking gender barriers by supporting female athletes. His coaching legacy includes developing Commonwealth Games medallists and former Olympians, while fostering inclusivity and opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Beyond sport, Ranjit’s commitment to community welfare is extraordinary. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he transformed the wrestling club into a foodbank and support hub, providing daily meals and essential supplies to hundreds of vulnerable individuals. He also spearheaded a volunteer effort that produced and distributed 10,000 pieces of PPE to care homes, West Midlands Police, and frontline workers across the UK.

In recognition of his service, Wolverhampton Wrestling Club received the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2022, and Ranjit was named to the national ‘Lionhearts’ squad for his pandemic contributions and was ranked number two in the national FA Lionhearts Squad. His leadership extended to bringing the Kabaddi World Cup to Wolverhampton in 2025; seven women and four men were selected to play in the world cup; all home-grown talent from the club’s sports pathways. 2023 was the first time the tournament was hosted outside Asia, cementing the city’s status as a global hub for the sport.

Ranjit continues to champion initiatives focused on mental health, youth crime prevention, and education, exemplifying how sport can drive social change. Autism Awareness is a core foundation with a specific focus on neurodiverse individuals and helping those with complex social needs.

Ranjit Singh said: “I would like to thank Wolverhampton University for this great recognition in service to our diverse communities.”

The University looks forward to working with Ranjit to inspire future generations, strengthen community engagement, and promote wellbeing through sport.

For more information on University of Wolverhampton’s sport and coaching courses please visit the School of Health and Wellbeing on our website.