Lowri Walker nets university accolade

WLV women’s captain Lowri Walker is one of eight Higher Education Football and Futsal heroes chosen by British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS).

The BUCS #HEHeroes project recognises volunteers who have gone above and beyond in their role and contribution to the women’s game.

Nominated by staff at the university, the accolade recognises Walker’s passion and commitment to growing women’s football and her positive impact on the game at Wolverhampton.

The 21-year-old sports scholar recently played at the Home Nations Tournament in Cardiff for the English Universities, scoring a hat-trick in a 6-0 win against Wales.

Walker is in her third year of a BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science at the university’s Walsall Campus.

She said: “As captain of the women’s football team, my role is to make sure everyone in my team is happy and enjoying what they are doing, and also to be a role model and represent the university.

“Being part of the University of Wolverhampton’s women’s football team has changed my life, I’ve gained so much from it. I’m passionate about women’s football because when I was younger there was a lack of opportunities and I had to play for boys’ teams. I really want young girls and women to see that there are more opportunities now, the game is just growing and growing, and that they can go far and get so much out of football.”

Tracy Nash, professional and workforce sports manager at the university, said: “Lowri is a great captain for our team, leading them to Conference Cup success this season. She is a true role model, offering support and advice and volunteering her time to inspire others at all levels to play the game. and we’re delighted to see her positive attitude and commitment to the game recognised by BUCS.”