Football

Edge Hill and LFC Foundation research reveals the life-changing power of football for bereaved dads 

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Edge Hill University is proud to work alongside the LFC Foundation and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust on an inspiring project exploring how football-based sessions can support bereaved fathers. 

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Professional footballer and new mum Simone Magill adds PhD to long list of achievements

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New mum Simone Magill is celebrating the completion of her PhD during Edge Hill University’s graduation week, achieved while also playing at the very top of women's professional football.

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Edge Hill University launches new podcast, 'Edge Ahead'

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Edge Hill University are proud to announce the launch of its brand-new podcast series, Edge Ahead, aiming at inspiring, informing and connecting students, staff and the wider community.

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Musician and footballer Chelcee Grimes receives honorary doctorate from Edge Hill University

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Singer-songwriter, footballer and broadcaster Chelcee Grimes has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Edge Hill University in recognition of her remarkable career and advocacy for inclusion.

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Part-time studies, full-time impact: LFC's new rebrand aided by Edge Hill graduate's top marks dissertation

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Edge Hill University student Darol O’Kane has graduated with a distinction for his football-inspired dissertation.

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Edge Hill University to be new home for the West Lancashire Junior Football League

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Edge Hill will welcome over 2,000 young players to its pitches each weekend.

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Football club leaders share sports law intel with Edge Hill students

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Leaders of Wigan Athletic FC inspired Edge Hill University students with insights on law in sport.

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Post-World Cup fixture congestion increases injury risk as Premier League returns

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As the Premier League prepares to return, new research reveals the increased chances of players getting injured and calls for changes to support athlete welfare.

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