SGS Students and Staff Celebrate Published Sports Science Research

SGS College is celebrating the publication of research involving our students and staff in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Science.

The research paper, titled “Unilateral Isometric Force Development: A Determinant of Acceleration in Adolescent Female Rugby Union Players”, has been published in the journal's 2026 edition.

The study explores the relationship between unilateral isometric force development and acceleration in adolescent female Rugby Union players, contributing to the wider understanding of strength, conditioning and athletic performance in young female athletes.

The publication brings together the work of Jack Davies, Anya Small and Fiona Ware from South Gloucestershire and Stroud College, alongside Dr Claire Mills from the University of Gloucestershire.

Having research recognised through an academic journal is a fantastic achievement and highlights the value of collaboration between further and higher education. It also demonstrates how students and staff can contribute to research that helps develop knowledge and understanding within the sports science industry.

This achievement reflects SGS College's commitment to developing practical, research-informed learning and creating opportunities for students and staff to engage with research beyond the classroom.

Congratulations to everyone involved in this fantastic achievement!

Read the published research in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Science: https://jses.net/2026-volume-10-issue-1/

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