Current scholars 2024 – 25
Postgraduate Sport Scholars
Joshua Kwon
Golf Scholar
Legal and Constitutional Studies
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose the University of St Andrews because of the ability to further my legal studies while competing at the home of golf. I plan to pursue sports law back in the states and continue amateur golf. Building my foundation for both my legal and golf career at St Andrews is a dream come true.
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Ethan Mangum
Golf Scholar
International Business
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose to study and continue my sporting career at the University of St Andrews because of its strong academic reputation combined with excellent sports facilities and support for athletes. The university offers a unique environment that fosters both academic excellence and athletic development, allowing me to thrive in both areas.
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Elizabeth Agatucci
Hockey Scholar
Management
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose to study and continue my sporting career at the University of St Andrews because of its strong academic reputation and the vibrant culture surrounding its sports clubs. The university’s commitment to both academic excellence and athletic development made it the ideal place for me to meet new people, enjoy my final year as an athlete, and pursue higher education.
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
Mary Kate Barbee
Hockey Scholar
Economics and Political Science
- Why St Andrews?
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
Claire Hind
Hockey Scholar
MLitt Management
- Why St Andrews?
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
Sabine Hommes
Hockey Scholar
Economics
- Why St Andrews?
- I wanted to continue playing a competitive sport at a different institution and in a different country and St Andrew’s provided me with the perfect balance of sport and academics.
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
Ricky King
Hockey Scholar
Finance and Management
- Why St Andrews?
- I decided to pursue my master’s degree and continue my athletic journey at the University of St Andrews because of its excellent academic reputation and dedication to providing an engaging educational experience. Furthermore, joining the university’s hockey team enables me to enhance my skills while being part of a collaborative and competitive sports environment.
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
Sarah Minges
Hockey Scholar
Banking and Finance
- Why St Andrews?
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
John Paterson
Rugby Scholar
MSc Statistics
- Why St Andrews?
- After an unbelievably enjoyable and successful time as an undergraduate at St Andrews, both athletically and academically, when the opportunity arose to pursue a Masters here it was only logical to stay. I look forward to contributing to the rugby program that I have worked closely with for the past 4 years.
- Website
- rugby.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStARugby
Christopher Schreuder
Rugby Scholar
MSc Banking and Finance
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose to study and continue my sporting career at the University of St Andrews because of its strong academic reputation and the opportunity to pursue my interest in Banking and Finance at a prestigious institution. The university’s supportive environment allows me to balance my studies with my passion for rugby, offering excellent facilities and a vibrant sports culture. This will help me to compete at a high level while equipping myself better for a career in the world of finance.
- Website
- rugby.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStARugby
Andrew Daly
Rugby Scholar
Mlitt International Business
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose the University of St Andrews for my postgraduate because it is a world class university. Getting the opportunity to come study here is a dream come true.
- Website
- rugby.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStARugby
Alvaro Chavez Ossio
Tennis Scholar
MSc Finance
- Why St Andrews?
- The prestigious university, the spectacular town, history and traditions, student satisfaction, excellent sports program, beautiful facilities, world-class support throughout the application process, and the ability to have financial support.
- Website
- tennis.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStATennis
Undergraduate Sport Scholars
Kristina Armstrong
Canoe Scholar
Medicine
- Sporting achievements
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- Double U23 European Championship Gold Medalist.
- 2x Bronze Medals at Junior World Championships
- Multiple British Champion
- Website
- canoe.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStACAnoe
Sophie Lankford
Cycling Scholar
Graduate Medicine (ScotGEM)
- Sporting achievements
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- I’m on the Scottish Cycling Performance Programme
- 4th at the National Individual Pursuit Championships 2022
- Longlist for Birmingham CWG 2022.
- Website
- triathlon.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk/
- @UStATriathlonCycling
Anderson Bull
Fencing Scholar
Financial Economics and Management
- Sporting achievements
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- Individual BUCS Champion 2024
- 5th Place US Summer Nationals 2024
- First Team All-American and All-Academic 2019-2023
- Finalist for Lord Menzies Campbell Athlete of the Year 2024
- Website
- fencing.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk/
- @UStAFencing
Andrew Clarke
Football Scholar
Medicine
- Sporting achievements
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- Irish league debut aged 18 for Crusaders fc
- Signed professional contract with Linfield fc aged 18
- Irish league winner with Linfield
- League cup winner with Linfield
- Appearances in champions league, europa league and conference league qualifiers
- Over 50 appearances for Linfield in two years scoring 10 goals
- League and conference cup winner with USTA men’s first team football
- Nominated for bejant of the year
- 36 goals in 15 games for university in first year
- Website
- football.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk/
- @UStAFootball
Theo Anderson Gannon
Golf Scholar
Spanish
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose the University of St Andrews as it is uniquely placed to facilitate my aspirations for a first rate degree alongside developing my golf. The golf facilities are amazing, and I am enjoying the chance to play at this high competitive level.
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Izzy Hurrion
Golf Scholar
Maths and Physics
- Why St Andrews?
- It’s amazing to be apart of the golf scholar team which offers fantastic support, structured practice & training as well as the opportunity to take part in the R&A student tour series! St Andrews is very supportive of the sports scholarship program and offers incredible support to help me balance my student-athlete lifestyle.
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Emilie Knai
Golf Scholar
Management
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose the University of St Andrews because it offers the best academic programs, one of the best school of GB while having the best golf program and coach
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Lucy Jamieson
Golf Scholar
Chemistry BSc
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose St Andrews as it gives me the perfect opportunity to balance my studies and my golf. The academic excellence of the university allows me to leave with an top quality degree whilst also providing me with fantastic golfing opportunities and support to help me reach my sporting aspirations.
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Ellie Monk
Golf Scholar
Biology
- Why St Andrews?
- I am very excited to study and play golf at St Andrews, with exceptional courses, facilities with a fantastic team and coaches. The opportunity to play competitive golf whilst pursuing my interests academically is something I am very looking forward to.
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Charlie Reynolds
Golf Scholar
Economics
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose St Andrews as it is the perfect blend of top quality academics with an incredible golf programme. The town, golf courses, people and atmosphere can’t be matched making St Andrews the perfect place to further my education and golf career!
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Judy Joo
Golf Scholar
Management
- Why St Andrews?
- I chose St Andrews because there is no finer place to refine my game than at the home of golf itself! I am enthusiastic about contributing to the university’s esteemed golfing legacy while thriving within its prestigious academic environment.
- Website
- golf.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStA600Club
Jess Mitchell
Hockey Scholar
Management and Sustainable Development
- Sporting achievements
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- U21s Scotland
- Captained at u18 Scotland
- U15 Scottish schools cup winners
- Junior indoor Scottish cup winners 2022
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStAHockey
Siena Keijsers
Hockey Scholar
International Relations and Geography
- Sporting achievements
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- Represented England U16 and U18
- Represented East Grinstead W1s in the English Premiership
- Won English School Indoor Nationals twice
- Placed top 4 in the English School Outdoor Nationals at U18s
- Won English U16 Club Nationals representing Guildford HC
- Website
- hockey.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStAHockey
Grace Penny
Lacrosse Scholar
Psychology
- Sporting achievements
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- Captain Scotland U19 (2022)
- Represented Senior Scotland at World Cup Festival (2022)
- Captained National Schools Lacrosse Champions (2022)
- MVP attacker at National Schools Lacrosse Championship (2022)
- Website
- lacrosse.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStALacrosse
Stella Lucano
Netball Scholar
Philosophy and Economics
- Sporting achievements
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- Netball Captain at Godolphin and Latymer School
- Division 1 Premiership and Regional Player for Academy NC
- U17 NPL Player at London Pulse for 2021/22 season – winning 3rd place at the final tournament
- U19 NPL Player at Saracens Mavericks for 2022/23 season
- Website
- netball.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStANetball
Ellie Allen
Netball Scholar
Psychology
- Sporting achievements
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- Played in the England National Premier League 2 and South East Regional teams for Telstars NC
- Part of London Pulse U19 prospects squad, Team Bath U18 squad and London Pulse Hubs
- Captained Sevenoaks School netball team who qualified for the U18 National Finals
- Website
- netball.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStANetball
Sophia Issberner
Rowing Scholar
- Sporting achievements
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- Website
- rowing.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStARowing
David Drummond Brown
Rugby Scholar
Chemistry
- Sporting achievements
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- Edinburgh U20 Player
- Player of National Interest
- U18 National Cup Winner
- U18 Unbeaten Conference winner
- U18 Regional Player
- Front 5 Frontier(Scotland Level)
- U16 National Cup winner
- U16 Regional Player
- Captain at U15 club level
- U13 Player of the season
- Website
- rugby.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk/
- @UStARugby
Oliver Finlayson Russell
Rugby Scholar
Management
- Sporting achievements
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- Regional rugby u16-u20
- Academy rugby u18
- Wider Scotland squad u18
- Injury cover for Six nations u18
- 1XV 2 years
- Captain of 1XV in final year
- Website
- rugby.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk/
- @UStARugby
Jamie Thomson
Rugby Scholar
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry
- Sporting achievements
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- Scotland u18s
- Scottish schools cup winners u18s
- Scottish schools cup winners u16s
- Edinburgh junior academy player
- Have played and trained with Edinburgh A
- Website
- rugby.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk/
- @UStARugby
Josh Harris
Triathlon Scholar
Earth Science
- Sporting achievements
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- Podium at the U20 open sprint distance AJ Bell 2023 World Triathlon Championship Series Sunderland
- Win at the U20 Wombourne sprint triathlon 2021
- Podium at the U20 Scottish National Student Championships 2023
- Youngest person to complete the Coast to Coast 150-mile road cycling race in 2021
- Course record on 189-mile 10-team relay Coast to Coast road running race
- Win at the 20-24 UK World Championship qualifiers
- Website
- triathlon.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk
- @UStATriathlonCycling