Image Credit- @Ed Barnes The Leeds University’s women’s rugby union team won the highly sought- after award as societies came together to celebrate a memorable year at Leeds University. The event, which took place virtually […]
Sport England sets up a £195 million package to help sport through the Coronavirus pandemic.
Image Credit- Sport England Linkedln The company, who pride themselves on ‘working towards an active nation where everyone feels able to do physical activity, regardless of their age, background or gender’, is ensuring people can […]
6 Worst Sports for the Environment:
Image Credit- The Green Optimistic Whilst sport is hugely beneficial for both physical and mental health, some sporting activities can be harmful to the environment. Here’s a roundup of the Gryphon’s top six: Skydiving. Whilst this […]
Leeds United top the Championship but concerns over Coronavirus grow
Image Credit- Daily Mail Leeds United have introduced new training ground measures at Thorp Arch in a bid to prevent Marcelo Bielsa’s promotion chasing squad from catching the virus. The Whites are in poll position […]
Flippin Fabulous! The biggest annual gymnastics display returns to Leeds.
In a celebration of gymnastics of all ages and abilities, Leeds GymFest returned to the First Direct Arena in Leeds, where 1,300 gymnasts gathered to showcase their routines. The Gryphon went with Leeds Student Television […]
Who is the Most Successful Sportsman in 2019?
Image Credit- BBC To celebrate International Men’s Week, The Gryphon takes a look at who is the most influential British sportsman of 2019. The Cricket World Cup, the Rugby World Cup, the extremely tight title […]
Leeds women narrowly defeated in Yorkshire Derby.
The Leeds football 1stteam lost 3-1 in a tough fixture against Sheffield Hallam. With the 2019/2020 season well underway, the University of Leeds women’s 1stteam were facing their toughest fixture of the season so far: […]
Black Ballerina Defies All Stereotypes
Image Credit: today.com In an industry filled with the stigma that you have to be a size 6, white skinned, blonde hair female to become a principle ballerina, Sierra Leonean born dancer, Michaela DePrince is […]
Beckett Preparation Proves Pivotal
Leeds Beckett claim victory in tennis, with extra preparation and funding providing them with the edge. With 24 fixtures taking place in one day, consisting of men and women’s top three teams, it is safe […]
Brave Defeat for Women’s Football Varsity
Image Credit: [Leeds University Union Women’s Association Football Club] In a competitive fixture, the women’s second football team suffered a narrow defeat to arch- rivals Leeds Beckett. There was a nervy start for both sides, […]
World Cup Works Wonders
‘Football is a man’s game’ is often a statement made in recent years, with men receiving the majority of publicity and funding when playing for their team. However, due to the success of this summer’s Women’s World Cup, the rise of women playing football has been pronounced, so that in some countries the women’s game has become as high profile as the men’s.
Dirty Leeds? From Foul Play to Fair Play
Image Credit [NewsHub] Bizzare scenes at Elland Road where Marcelo Bielsa instructed his players to let Villa score. Many pundits predicted that Sunday’s meeting between Leeds United and Aston Villa would be a low-key affair […]