Teenagers and young people who have organ transplants are at substantial risk of transplant failure due to the pressures of adolescence and increasing independence which can lead to non-adherence with medication and transplant rejection. Sadly a third of teenage kidney transplant patients lose their transplants within 3 years of moving to adult care and return...
Read MoreOn Friday 5 April 2019 34 intrepid golfers, plus a few brave non-playing supporters, set out for 2 days of golf competing for the 5 Nations trophy and a supporters stableford competition in the wilds of Livingstone at Deer Park Golf Club. For some of us “soft southerners” we had set out the day before...
Read MoreFollowing a successful, first tournament last year, with 38 competitors, we're delighted to announce that the TS Football Tournament is back and taking place on March 31 at Bicester, Oxon. Registration is now open.
Read MoreThis event is designed for children with transplants, their siblings and the children of parents who have had a transplant. You can join us for activities on Saturday late morning, Saturday afternoon, and/or all day Sunday. You can come for all our sessions or just come for one or two sessions. Whatever works for you!
Read MoreA big congratulations to Simon Elmore who has accepted the position of TS Kids & Teens Co-ordinator and will take up the role April 1. Paul Harden, Chairman of the Trustees said – “We are delighted to announce that Simon Elmore will be the new Kids and Teens Co-ordinator. Simon has extensive experience working with...
Read MoreIn Tuesdays FA Cup replay, Newport defeated Middlesboro 2-0 to go through to the last 16 of the FA Cup. As part of their Ambassador Partnership for the British Transplant Games they kindly provided us with a last minute opportunity to promote the Games on their pitch side electronic advertising, choosing the Games as one of their adverts.
Read MoreMessage from Paul Harden, Chairman, Transplant Sport: I would like to notify you all that Sarah Austin will be standing down as the TSUK Administrator after 20 months of invaluable support following the resignation of Jo in March 2018. Currently Sarah will provide cover for any urgent problems throughout the next 2 weeks until Christmas...
Read MoreMessage from Chris Thomas, President of the World Transplant Games Federation: The wait is over. The World Transplant Games Federation is pleased to announce the staging of the world’s first Transplant Football World Cup. For 40 years we have provided a unique opportunity for transplant recipients to participate in both the World Summer and...
Read MoreWe’re delighted to announce that the registration for the next TS Kids & Teens Sports Activity Session is now open. Taking place at the Sports Hub, University of Warwick. It is free for children between the age of 5 -18 to take part in the day activities. For more info and to register, click here.
Read MoreWe’re delighted to announce that FBT Sports is our official provider of TS merchandise. They have set up an online shop (also accessible from the TS website main navigation) where you can purchase clothing and accessories. Please have a browse and place an order!
Read MoreDid you know that Transplant Sport UK is the Society of Sports Therapists (SST) chosen charity for 2019 and the upcoming Transplant Sport Awareness Week is the Society’s campaign to raise awareness of Transplantees and the health benefits of taking part in sport and exercise following organ transplantation. As part of this drive they want to...
Read MoreUnfortunately, due to low registration numbers, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the event. Apologies to all registered competitors for the inconvenience and disappointment. Full refunds will be made.
Read MoreThe next World Transplant Winter Games will be held at Banff and Lake Louise, Canada, from February 23-28 2020. It is only the second time in the history of the World Transplant Winter Games that they have been held outside of Europe. Registration is not yet open but we will announce it as soon as...
Read MoreAt the recent British Transplant Games in Newport Transplant Sport welcomed 3 Patrons to the charity. Graham Moore Non Executive Chairman of Westfield Health – to honour true dedication and support of the benefit of Transplant Sport and the Transplant Games to transplant recipients and donors throughout the United Kingdom. A passionate advocate for the...
Read MoreIf you weren’t aware, The Society of Sports Therapists have made Transplant Sport their Charity of 2019. To support Transplant Sport, the Society and its Members will be fundraising throughout the year, including holding a Transplant Sport Awareness Week. To further celebrate the work of this great charity, the Society, in collaboration with Coventry University, will...
Read MoreFollowing a massive press drive (thanks to Liquid PR and many of Transplant Sport’s own members and their inspiring stories), Transplant Sport has had some fantastic coverage in the local and national press in recent weeks. Below are links to some of the coverage: London TV Lorraine – a lovely piece with mentions for Transplant...
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