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1. Professor Tom Reilly 1941 – 2009

   A leader in the development of sport and exercise science study in the 1970s and the first ever Professor of Sports Science in the UK.

2. Programme of Events

   Programme of Events for the Ejta Teachers’ conference between April 26 and 28 2023.

3. Speakers

   Find out about the distinguished guest speakers featured for the 40th anniversary of sports science at Liverpool John Moores University.

4. Para-Disability coach education and learning

   Tabo Huntley, LJMU Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching, has recently secured a £330,000 Erasmus+ funded project to design and implement a European Para Coaching Framework and design an online resource for coaches working or intending to work within a para coach setting.

5. LJMU football star shares the secrets to her success

   Sport and Exercise Science graduate Niamh Charles tells us about the road to becoming a professional footballer and fulfilling her career dreams.

6. European Journalism Training Association Teachers' conference

   The university’s Journalism Department is hosting the European Journalism Training Association teachers’ conference, where teaching of sports, society and specialist journalism will be discussed by educators from across the continent.

7. Beth Tweddle MBE

   Read the oration for Beth Tweddle on the award of their Honorary Fellowship from Liverpool John Moores University presented by Dr Zoe Knowles.

8. Molly McCann

   Sports development alum Molly McCann, better known as ‘Meatball Molly’, is an inspiring scouse figure in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA). She is supported by experts in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences to remain on top form as she competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

9. Ruth Mwandumba

   Former Sports Scholar Ruth is a champion in the sport of target shooting, the first Black female athlete to represent England and become English Champion in the sport and continues to get support from LJMU through its Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme. She has hopes of competing in the Olympic and Commonwealth Games.

10. Peter Johnson

    Read the oration for Peter Johnson on the award of their Honorary Fellowship from Liverpool John Moores University presented by Professor Frank Sanderson.