{"id":1151,"date":"2022-11-10T11:39:35","date_gmt":"2022-11-10T11:39:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/unikentsportsci\/?p=1151"},"modified":"2022-11-10T12:39:26","modified_gmt":"2022-11-10T12:39:26","slug":"sporting-stars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/unikentsportsci\/2022\/11\/10\/sporting-stars\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet some of our sports scholarship stars"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you a sporting fanatic? No matter your sport, there could be a scholarship for you.<\/a><\/h4>\n

Meet some of our sport scholars.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Jorja Jones<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Field Hockey<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0U21 Junior World cup 2021.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0As well as continuing to improve myself as a player, I hope to be able to play again for my country, and make Kent proud to have me as a player.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0I chose Kent not only for its diversity and great academic reputation but also from the webinars, the student and staff were so encouraging and the campus and course were exactly what I had been looking for.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0I am looking forward to challenge myself in a new environment. I\u2019m excited to work with new coaches with their techniques as well as meet new friends and make memories.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Harry Pout<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Field Hockey<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0It\u2019s between being the captain of my academy and gaining promotion in three consecutive seasons for my boyhood club\u2019s 1st XI.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0Gaining better leadership skills and teamwork, whilst improving my overall game and effectiveness in matches, with overall improving my fitness and strength to be as optimal as possible.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0Living in Kent all of my life I\u2019ve been able to observe how good this university is, it\u2019s been recommended by many friends and sportspeople and when I saw what courses they offered it was a no brainer.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0I\u2019m really looking forward to learning the skills required in order to become a practical sports therapist, whilst also gaining practical experience on work placements.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Tilly Tillings<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Field Hockey<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0England hockey captain for U16s.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0To become the best player I can be, working hard off the ball as much as I do on the ball.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0To live at home and continue playing hockey at Canterbury HC.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Meeting new peeps with the same interests.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Oliver Walker<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Hockey<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0Becoming Holcombe Men\u2019s youngest goal scorer in the premier division.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0To continue to train and learn with my home club and the top athletes and to push myself as far as I can go.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0Returning to Kent Uni is exciting in many ways, sport wise a first full season with the new Hockey pitch is very exciting.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0The S&C sessions, the progress I made last year was amazing to see cand I cant wait to get back into it.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Ayishah Chaudry<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Korfball<\/p>\n

Academic Course:\u00a0Sport and Exercise for Health<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a02nd place at BUCS and competing internationally.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0Win BUCS, the national league and win a medal at the European Championships<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with so many different sports and societies, and everyone is friendly and supportive.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Strength and conditioning sessions as I found they were extremely beneficial and improved my performance.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Emily Calder<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0ITF Taekwondo<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0World Championship Sardinia 2019 \u2013 Golds.<\/p>\n

University World Championships 2022 – Golds.<\/p>\n

English Open Championships October 2021.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0Compete in:<\/p>\n

World Championships Argentina<\/p>\n

ITF Open Nationals Coventry<\/p>\n

ITF Open Nationals Luton<\/p>\n

International Master Class<\/p>\n

International Instructor Class<\/p>\n

2023 European Championships<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0Primarily it was due to the Sports facilities, strength and conditioning, Physio and Rehab on site and the support that I will receive to achieve my aspirations and dreams academically and within my Sport passion of Taekwondo from the amazing team we met on Open Day.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0To engage with other likeminded determined and commited athletes and build a network of Athletes, Therapists etc around me.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Luke Yates<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Karate<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports and Exercise Science for Health<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0WUKF World Silver medalist 2022.<\/p>\n

GB Open Silver medalist 2022.<\/p>\n

UWK English Silver medalist.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0To maintain the same levels of improvement and success throughout 2022\/23.<\/p>\n

To medal both nationally and internationally this year.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0One of my favourite things about Kent Uni is the sports scholarship programme as not only has it helped me financially to be able to compete across the world, the strength and conditioning training has been a significant factor in my performance.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0The chance to engage with the S&C sessions every week and train alongside all of the athletes at Kent.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Will Searle<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Powerlifting<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0PhD \u2013 Sport and Exercise Science<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0600kg total.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0650kg total.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0The variety of elite athletes that I\u2019ve had the opportunity to work with within the Kent Performance Clinic.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Representing the university at BUCS.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Freddy Adams<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Cross-country\/ road distance running<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science with a Year in Industry<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a033rd in the ESSA English schools championships \/ 7th in the country for 10 miles.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0Compete in all BUCS championship races across the country and continuing to smash my personal records<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0I loved the vibe it gave off when I looked around, it seemed friendly, supportive and fun. Also the sports science course offered a year in industry that I thought would be a great opportunity for me.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Using all the modern sports technology I haven\u2019t been able to access before and using the campus\u2019s top sports facilities.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Imogen Davis<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Heptathlon<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sport and Exercise Science<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0I placed 2nd in the UK for u17 Women for the Pentathlon in 2020. I\u2019m currently Kent Long Jump Champion (for the past 3 years) and Kent High Jump Champion.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0I will be competing as part of the Kent Team at the English Schools Multi- Events Final (September 2022). I also aim to represent England at an International competition in 2023. I aim to rank in the top 20 in the UK for the Senior Women\u2019s Heptathlon in 2023. I also aim to jump over 6 metres in Long Jump.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0I love the staff involved with my course, as well as wanting to stay local to train with my coach. I also really like the community atmosphere and support network.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Representing the university at BUCS competitions, as well as working with experts on the scheme to improve my performance.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Ewan Wood<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Athletics\/400m<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0BUCS semi-finalist, county championships finalist. 400m: 48.88sec.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:To make the BUCS final and to run sub 48 seconds at least and sub 22 for 200m.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0Kent Uni provides me with the flexibility to study and continue with my sport.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0The specialist seminars.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Jackson Arcand<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Ice Hockey<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sport and Exercise Science<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0Rookie All-Star Game PJHL \u2013 Lead Dresden Kings JRC Team in points.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0Make the Kent University Team \u2013 Get looked at for Semi-Pro and Pro Team.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0Excited to go to the UK.\u00a0 Kent looked like a good school and caught my attention.\u00a0 I am looking forward to playing for the team.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Improving my skills and hopefully leading the team.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Leonie Charles<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Ice Hockey \/ Roller Hockey<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sport and Exercise Science<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0Playing for GB Ice Hockey U18 in Poland.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0To earn more game time in my current team by being a more creative player.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0I love the inclusivity at Kent.\u00a0 Not many places support Ice Hockey, so I am very grateful.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Taking part in the sessions such as Nutrition as I find them very informative.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Harshan Deo<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Trampolining<\/p>\n

Academic Course:\u00a0Sports and Exercise Science<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0Qualifying and competing in South East regional championships and placing 1st in a number of regional competitions.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0To get in the top 2 of my category, enabling me to compete at inter regionals and increase my chances at competing in nationals.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0I enjoy the course that I study \u00a0and getting to be on campus with other students experiencing uni life.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Competing for the Uni in trampolining and progressing my skill level.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Mia Reynolds<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Netball<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0Getting to the national club finals with my youth netball team, and getting into the regional squad.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0To improve my skills within netball to help me become a stronger player and help our uni team to do well in the league.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0What I like about the uni is that everyone was so welcoming within netball and my course.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0To learn different skills and techniques in and out of the gym to help me become a better overall player.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Ajay Scott<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Archery<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0My best sporting achievement so far would be winning a bronze medal at the European Youth Cup in Bucharest, Romania 2021.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0One of my goals for the coming year is to medal in the Archery GB National Tour stage and hopefully qualify for the finals.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0I wanted to study at Kent because I have heard really good things through former teachers and peers and seeing the facilities that are on offer is.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0I am really looking forward to competing in the BUCS competitions.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Charlotte Aird<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Cricket<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best: Indoor varsity win. 170* 2021.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport: More consistent with my bowling, and maintain a higher average throughout the season. BUCS finals.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0Kent has a great team environment which makes everyone feel welcomed especially within UKC cricket.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0I really enjoyed the nutrition talks last year and am excited to continue to learn more about it this coming year.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Liam Durrant<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Cricket<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best: Top 8 in the country at school level.<\/p>\n

101*<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0Succeeding in all BUCs competitions and achieving in outdoor season to come.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0Playing sport with and against many other students, and high interest in the course.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year? Competing in BUCs.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Kalea Moore<\/h3>\n

Sport:\u00a0Cricket<\/p>\n

Academic course:\u00a0Sports Science and Health<\/p>\n

Best sporting achievement\/personal best:\u00a0Playing for England A in a three-day game at Arundel castle.<\/p>\n

2022\/23 goals in sport:\u00a0To Play for England A again or being part of the England squad and making it back from injury.<\/p>\n

Why did you apply to study at Kent (new students) or what is your favourite thing about Kent Uni (returning students)?\u00a0The friendships that I have made throughout the year and the events that go on within the sports teams.<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to experiencing most on the Scheme this year?\u00a0Meeting new people and taking part in Varsity again.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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