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New lineup of Student Project Officers joins the Volleyball England team
They will all hold their positions until the end of the 2026-27 indoor season, and be based at the SportPark office situated on Loughborough University campus.
The Student Project Officers provide key support to each of Volleyball England's key services, while in turn receiving real-world experience working in sport within the context of their specific areas.
Ruby Farrell, who is studying for a degree in Sports Psychology, will be part of the Get. Keep. Grow. team. She will support the delivery of the HEVO programme and volunteer development.
Annabel Kiew, who is studying for a degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology, will also be in the Competitions team. She will support the organisation and delivery of competitions and events, focusing mainly on the NVL.
Gaspar Santoro, who is studying for a degree in Sports Management, will be with the Talent team. He will assist the administration within the Talent Pathway and National Teams.
Emily Brewin, who is studying for a degree in Psychology, will be joining the Workforce team. She will work to help develop our workforce, including coaches and referees.
Joshua King, who is studying for a degree in Sports Management, will be working with the Competitions team. He will support the organisation and delivery of competitions and events, focusing on the Junior programmes.
Olivia Hampton-Riddington, who is studying for a degree in Mathematics and Sport Science, will be with the Club Development team. She will support the Get Keep Grow team with Club development.
Adam Sfendla, who is studying for a degree in Sports and Exercise Psychology, will be in the Data and Insight team. He will work the delivery of the Data and Insight programme.
Sky Park, who is studying for a degree in Sports Management, will be joining the Digital and Communications team. He will support with Volleyball England’s social media, digital contents, events and wider communications.
Volleyball England's Deputy Chief Executive, Guin Batten, was at the helm of recruitment and induction of the SPOs and said "Placement students play an important role at Volleyball England, making a real contribution to the organisation while gaining valuable hands-on experience that supports their future careers.
At a time when practical workplace skills and sector experience are increasingly important for graduates entering the job market, placements offer a vital opportunity to develop both.
Supporting young people at the start of their professional journey is something we are passionate about, and we are proud to be an organisation that helps nurture the next generation of talent in the sports sector."
You can contact the Student Project Officers by clicking their respective names.
