An Impact At Every Level Of The Game.
Wigan Warriors Captain Liam Farrell is
throwing his support behind the
University of Central Lancashire’s
(UCLan) “Making Sport Better at Every
Level” campaign, which aims to open up
career opportunities in sports for people
of all backgrounds. Farrell, a UCLan
alumnus with a degree in strength and
conditioning, joins fellow graduates in
advocating for the campaign,
demonstrating how education in sports
science, coaching, and nutrition can lead
to impactful careers across grassroots
and elite sports levels.
Reflecting on his journey, Farrell shared
that his time at UCLan helped him
deepen his understanding of
performance and prepare for a future
beyond rugby league. Now studying for a
Master’s degree, Farrell emphasized the
value of education for anyone looking to
advance personally and professionally in
sports.
The campaign arrives amid a growing
sports industry, particularly in the North
West, where jobs in sports and exercise
science are expected to rise by 3% by
2031—almost double the national
average, according to labor analysts
Lightcast. Through the campaign, UCLan
is spotlighting how its degrees equip
students with the skills to drive change
and improve the sports industry, from
local teams to national champions.
Tom Fitzpatrick, Head of Welfare at
Wigan Warriors, praised UCLan’s long-
standing partnership with the club,
which provides world-class resources
and learning opportunities for players.
“They’ve supported numerous players
and staff in advancing their careers,” he
noted. Rebecca Webb, Head of
Partnerships, added, “UCLan’s
commitment to career development has
been invaluable to the Warriors’ growth
and success.”
With this powerful campaign, Farrell and
UCLan aim to inspire the next generation
of sports professionals to make an
impact at every level of the game.
