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PADSIS Women's Sports Conference

Thursday, 19 June at Loughborough University

PADSIS Women’s Sport Conference – 19 June 2025 at Loughborough University
Dates & Venues
    Sponsored by
    Edwin Doran Sports Tours
    Loughborough Sport

    Following the success of our inaugural event, PADSIS is delighted to host our second Women’s Sport Conference on Thursday 19 June, proudly sponsored by Edwin Doran Travel and Loughborough University.

    This free event for PADSIS members brings together leading voices in women’s sport, providing a unique opportunity to engage with industry experts, share best practices, and explore strategies for driving female participation and performance in schools. Attendees will hear from an exceptional lineup of speakers, including:

    • Liv Murphy – Assistant Director of Sport, Loughborough University
    • Beth Cobden – England Roses Netball International
    • Dr. Emma Ross – Co-founder, The Well HQ

    With a focus on leadership, coaching, and the latest research in female athlete health and performance, this event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about shaping the future of girls’ and women’s sport in schools.

    Spaces are limited – secure your place today!

    Programme
    9.30am

    Conference assembles – refreshments

    10.00am
    Welcome briefing
    Chris Dossett
    10.05am
    Sport in Her Shoes: Moving from Awareness to Action
    Dr Emma Ross
    The Well HQ

    During this interactive workshop we will explore the actions, strategies and solutions that you can bring to life in your own PE departments to optimise your support of girls in sport. From injury resilience programmes to female athlete health screening, creating period positive environments in sport and prioritising sports bra’s as a functionally important bit of kit, you’ll leave with actionable insight that will help your girls from participation through to performance.

    11.30am

    Refreshment break

    11.45am
    Loughborough University Speaker
    Bethan Crouse
    Performance Nutritionist
    12.15pm

    Lunch

    1.00pm
     Loughborough Facilities Tour

    To include Powerbase, Elite Athlete Centre, Cricket Centre and Swimming Pool

    1.45pm
    Female Performance Athlete Panel
    Anna Blease, GB Wheelchair Basketball and Loughborough Lightning
    Becca Maylone, Loughborough Hockey over 80 caps
    Liv Murphy, ADOS Loughborough Sport
    Beth Cobden, England Roses and Loughborough Lightning Netball
    Jess Collyer, Loughborough Lightning Football
    2.30pm

    Refreshment break

    2.45pm
    Girls’ Sport Forum
    4.00pm

    Conference disperses

    Sponsored by
    Edwin Doran Sports Tours
    Loughborough Sport
    Prices

    FREE for PADSIS Members

    All prices exclude VAT

    Don’t forget schools can now reclaim the VAT on all our courses

    Conference runs runs 9.30am – 4pm. Includes catering and resources.