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Cardiff Met Sport joins Cymru Women’s Sport as a Founding 100 member
Cardiff Met Sport is proud to be part of the Founding 100 supporting Cymru Women’s Sport , joining a growing movement committed to creating equitable opportunities for women and girls in sport across Wales. Cardiff Met Sport is listed among the organisation’s founding members, alongside individuals, groups and organisations helping drive that change. Cymru Women’s Sport is a not-for-profit charitable organisation dedicated to ensuring women and girls across Wales have e

Damian Burgess
Mar 182 min read


ArcHER 2026 Inspires Women in Sport
ArcHER 2026 brought together students, staff and partners for an inspiring day dedicated to empowering women in sport. Organised by Laura Williams and Lucy Witt , the event celebrated female leadership, participation and opportunity across the sporting landscape. Students played a central role in delivering the event, helping to shape an engaging and impactful programme. A highlight of the day came from Neva and Alex , who presented reflections from their experiences in Zamb

Sarah Wagstaff
Feb 221 min read


Nine Cardiff Met Players Named in Wales Women’s Rugby World Cup Squad
Nine current and former Cardiff Met players have been named in the Wales Women’s Rugby World Cup squad, underlining the University’s proud reputation for producing world-class rugby talent. The squad announcement sees a strong Cardiff Met presence, with alumni Carys Phillips, Carys Cox (former Cardiff Met captain), Catherine Richards, Jazmine Joyce-Butchers, and Lleucu George all securing their places. They are joined by current student Maisie Davies, recent graduate Molly

Rhys Russell
Aug 13, 20251 min read


Cardiff Met’s Lisa Newton Named BUCS Coach of the Year 2025
Cardiff Metropolitan University’s Head Coach of Women’s Rugby, Lisa Newton, has been crowned BUCS Coach of the Year after a season that redefined excellence for the programme. Under Newton’s leadership, Cardiff Met Women’s Rugby surged to victory in the BUCS Women’s Super Rugby Championship, securing the coveted title of BUCS National Champions. Her player-centred approach has also guided several squad members into the international arena, with several students winning cap

Rhys Russell
Jul 23, 20251 min read


Students have been selected in the Wales Women’s Rugby training squad
Two Cardiff Metropolitan University students have been selected in the Wales Women’s Rugby training squad ahead of Wales’ summer tour to Australia and the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England. Sport, Physical Education and Health student Savannah Picton-Powell earned her call-up following standout Player of the Match performances in both the semi-final and final of Cardiff Met Women’s BUCS Super Rugby championship victory in April. She is joined in the Wales training squad by tea

Rhys Russell
Jun 4, 20252 min read
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