Claire Thomson Archives - Empoword Journalism https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/tag/claire-thomson/ Led by women. Uniting and empowering journalists across the globe. Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:49:32 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 How Football Players Harness the Power of Yoga and Ballet https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/how-football-players-harness-the-power-of-yoga-and-ballet/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/how-football-players-harness-the-power-of-yoga-and-ballet/#respond Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:49:32 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=42786 When we think of football training, we often picture intense workouts, weightlifting sessions, and gruelling cardio drills. However, in recent years, a growing number of football players have been turning to unorthodox training techniques to enhance their performance on the field. Two unexpected disciplines have gained popularity: yoga and ballet.

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/how-football-players-harness-the-power-of-yoga-and-ballet/feed/ 0 Artistic Swimming: Behind the Scenes of a Mesmerising Water Ballet https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/artistic-swimming-behind-the-scenes-of-a-mesmerising-water-ballet/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/artistic-swimming-behind-the-scenes-of-a-mesmerising-water-ballet/#respond Sun, 25 Jun 2023 19:07:09 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=41048 When it comes to mesmerising performances that combine grace, athleticism, and artistic expression, few sports can rival the breathtaking beauty of artistic swimming.

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/artistic-swimming-behind-the-scenes-of-a-mesmerising-water-ballet/feed/ 0 HOW IS THE DIGITAL AGE CHANGING SPORTS FANDOM? https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/how-is-the-digital-age-is-changing-sport-fandom/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/how-is-the-digital-age-is-changing-sport-fandom/#respond Sat, 24 Jun 2023 18:52:12 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=41025 Digital technology has revolutionised nearly every aspect of our lives, and sports fandom is no exception.

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/how-is-the-digital-age-is-changing-sport-fandom/feed/ 0 Miyu Kato’s Disqualification at the French Open Raises Doubts Over Fairness and Sportsmanship https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/miyu-katos-disqualification-at-the-french-open-raises-doubts-over-fairness-and-sportsmanship/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/miyu-katos-disqualification-at-the-french-open-raises-doubts-over-fairness-and-sportsmanship/#respond Fri, 16 Jun 2023 18:28:43 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=40592 The French Open, one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world, has been engulfed in controversy following the disqualification of No. 16 seeds Miyu Kato and Aldila Sutjiadi from the tournament.

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/miyu-katos-disqualification-at-the-french-open-raises-doubts-over-fairness-and-sportsmanship/feed/ 0 The Tour de France: A Journey Beyond Bicycles https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/the-tour-de-france-a-journey-beyond-bicycles/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/the-tour-de-france-a-journey-beyond-bicycles/#respond Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:59:59 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=41021 Claire Thomson As the world’s most prestigious cycling race, the Tour de France is renowned for its captivating mix of athletic prowess, stunning landscapes, and fierce competition. However, beyond the spectacle of riders pedalling through picturesque routes, the competition represents an unparalleled journey of human resilience, determination, and a relentless pursuit of

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/the-tour-de-france-a-journey-beyond-bicycles/feed/ 0 The Rivalry That Defined an Era https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/the-rivalry-that-defined-an-era/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/the-rivalry-that-defined-an-era/#respond Sun, 04 Jun 2023 14:25:20 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=40304 In the realm of tennis, there have been numerous rivalries that have captivated audiences and left an indelible mark on the sport's history.

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/the-rivalry-that-defined-an-era/feed/ 0 NBA Players Making a Difference Beyond the Court https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/nba-players-making-a-difference-beyond-the-court/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/nba-players-making-a-difference-beyond-the-court/#respond Sun, 04 Jun 2023 00:32:22 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=40188 Professional athletes, especially those in the National Basketball Association (NBA) possess a unique platform and influence that can extend far beyond their performances on the court. Many NBA players have embraced their roles as community ambassadors, leveraging their fame, wealth, and resources to effect positive change in society.

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/nba-players-making-a-difference-beyond-the-court/feed/ 0 10 Top Tips to keep cool in the Summer weather https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/lifestyle/10-top-tips-to-keep-cool-in-the-summer-weather/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/lifestyle/10-top-tips-to-keep-cool-in-the-summer-weather/#respond Sat, 03 Jun 2023 20:12:49 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=40192 Are you ready for the sizzling summer heat that's about to hit us? If you're not, don't worry. Here are some cool - pun intended - tips on how to cope with the scorching summer like a pro. So grab your shades, sip on some lemonade, and let's dive in!

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/lifestyle/10-top-tips-to-keep-cool-in-the-summer-weather/feed/ 0 Is the future of sport sponsorship female? https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/is-the-future-of-sport-sponsorship-female/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/is-the-future-of-sport-sponsorship-female/#respond Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:06:32 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=25570 Up until now, women’s sport has suffered in terms of sponsorship, media and marketing, with male athletes and men’s sport dominating the industry, leaving female teams and athletes as an afterthought. 

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]]> https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/is-the-future-of-sport-sponsorship-female/feed/ 0 We Know Our Place: A campaign to celebrate women’s sport https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/we-know-our-place-a-campaign-to-celebrate-womens-sport/ https://empowordjournalism.co.uk/all-articles/we-know-our-place-a-campaign-to-celebrate-womens-sport/#respond Thu, 02 Jun 2022 14:08:07 +0000 https://www.empowordjournalism.co.uk/?p=24983 Claire Thomson BBC Sport has launched a women’s sport campaign to showcase the extraordinary female talent that will be on display at major sporting events this summer.  We Know Our Place aims to celebrate how far women’s sport has come since the 2019 Change the Game campaign, which broke down

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