Sport

Student Sport Executive

The Student Sport Executive is a team of student leaders who represent the wider student sport community. They work closely with Exeter Sport staff, contribute to key decisions, and help shape the future of sport, physical activity, and student experience across the university. They will also promote and bring about change based on changing student needs and ensure the views of all students within Exeter Sport are represented by delivering an exceptional student sport experience.

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The Student Sport Executive is a team of student leaders representing the diverse student sport and physical activity community at the University of Exeter. Working closely with Exeter Sport, the Executive ensures that the student voice is at the heart of decision-making, helping to shape and improve the sporting experience across the University.

The team represents a range of areas, including physical activity, social sport, competitive sport, performance sport and the wider student experience. Collectively, members provide student insight, support initiatives and events, promote participation and help create a more inclusive, engaging and enjoyable sporting environment for all students.

Universal Duties of Student Sport Executive:

  • Represent the views and interests of students within their area.
  • Work collaboratively with Exeter Sport staff, clubs and student leaders.
  • Contribute to initiatives, events, campaigns and student engagement activity.
  • Gather and share student feedback to help inform future developments.
  • Promote opportunities to get involved in sport and physical activity.
  • Support the wider goals and priorities of Exeter Sport.
  • Act as positive ambassadors for Exeter Sport and the University.

Physical Activity Student Officer: Tom Burrows

Support beginner-friendly initiatives, contribute to gym offers and promotions, help organise physical activity events, promote walking and jogging programmes, encourage active lifestyles and use of green spaces, contribute to inclusive facility development, and create content for Exeter Sport channels.

Personal bio: 

Tom is studying for a PhD in Economics at the University of Exeter, having previously graduated from the University of Warwick. He has a longstanding interest in sport and physical activity, particularly distance running and cycling, as well as skiing and sailing. Tom has completed two marathons and a number of half marathons, and enjoys the social and wellbeing benefits that come from staying active.

As Physical Activity Student Officer, Tom is looking forward to helping make physical activity accessible and enjoyable for students of all backgrounds and abilities. He will support beginner-friendly activities, walking and jogging programmes, physical activity events and initiatives encouraging students to make greater use of Exeter’s green spaces. He will also contribute to gym offers, the development of inclusive facilities and content for Exeter Sport channels, with a particular focus on helping students find approachable ways to build physical activity into university life.

Email: physicalactivity.studentofficer@exeter.ac.uk

Social Sport Student Officer: Emily Willing

Attend social sport sessions, work with Social Sport Activators, support inclusive programme development, help deliver tournaments and events, promote student experience surveys, contribute to content creation, and support open days and outreach.

Personal bio: 

Emily is a BSc Nutrition student at the University of Exeter with a strong passion for health, wellbeing and sport. She enjoys playing netball and tennis, as well as pilates, running and going to the gym. Outside of university, she enjoys travelling, hiking and staying active.

As Social Sport Officer, Emily is passionate about helping students get involved in sport in a fun, inclusive and accessible way. She is looking forward to encouraging students to try something new, meet new people and make the most of the wide range of social sport opportunities available at Exeter.

Email: socialsport.studentofficer@exeter.ac.uk

Competitive Sport Student Officer: Noah Antoniades

Attend BUCS fixtures and events, support major competitions and spotlight events, work with clubs on development and inclusivity, promote competitive opportunities and participation, encourage coaching and employability development, support BUCS events hosted at Exeter, and act as a brand ambassador for kit and events.

Personal bio: 

Noah is currently studying Liberal Arts and International Relations at the University of Exeter and is passionate about sport and student sport. Alongside his studies, he represents the university's 1XV football team and enjoys being part of Exeter's competitive sporting community.
Outside of university, Noah has a keen interest in the marketing side of sport, and he hopes to pursue a career in sports marketing after graduating. He is excited to work with clubs and students throughout the year to help make competitive sport at Exeter as successful and enjoyable as possible.

Email: competitivesport.studentofficer@exeter.ac.uk

Student Workforce & Development Officer: Will Shipton-Jones

To represent our student workforce by working closely with the student sport team, to improve the opportunities we provide for students, to achieve relevant qualifications, further training and to maximise their experiences for future employment.

Personal bio: 

Will is currently completing his MRes in Sports and Health Sciences at Exeter, having graduated in 2026 with a BSc in Human Biosciences. His research focuses on the effects of sodium bicarbonate on physiological resilience in endurance sport, and how responses may differ according to muscle fibre composition.

Alongside Will's studies, he is a competitive cyclist and currently serves as Club Captain of the Cycling Club, having represented Exeter at national events including BUCS and Regional Championships. Before cycling, he competed in a variety of sports such as rowing, rugby, and cricket. He is also involved in Exeter's Hockey High Performance Programme, having worked as a Performance Analyst for the past two seasons. Will supports the performance analysis and GPS monitoring across the Men's and Women's 1st Teams.

Will is really looking forward to supporting AU clubs, coaches, and student committees to create the best possible environment for their members. By working closely with NGBs and the wider Exeter Sport team, he hopes to help clubs access the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

Email: workforce.studentofficer@exeter.ac.uk

Vice President Student Experience: Kiera Everett

Coordinate student feedback and Athletic Union Council, represent students at university-level meetings, support improvements to club culture and student experience, work with wellbeing services and welfare officers, lead training, campaigns and engagement initiatives, and collaborate with Exeter Students' Guild.

Personal bio: 

Kiera is currently in my third year at the University of Exeter, studying Exercise and Sports Science with English. Sport has always been a huge part of Kiera's life, and she is passionate about sharing the enjoyment, sense of community and positive impact it can bring to others.
During her time at Exeter, she has been actively involved in the University of Exeter Athletics Club. Last year, Kiera was the club’s Run Club Leader, where she really enjoyed supporting students of all abilities to get involved in running and enjoy movement in a welcoming and social environment. This year, she is taking on the role of Club Captain, overseeing the running of the club and working alongside the committee to support the members and create a positive experience for everyone.
Outside of athletics, Kiera has a strong interest in sport and event management and enjoy getting involved in a variety of sporting events and opportunities. Having experienced student sport as both a participant and a leader, she is passionate about creating inclusive, enjoyable sporting experiences and helping more students find a sport or activity that they enjoy.

Email: sportspresident@exeter.ac.uk