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Carnegie School of Sport

Sporting icons inducted into Leeds Beckett University’s Hall of Fame

16 October 2025

Some of the UK's most accomplished athletes returned to Leeds Beckett University for the launch of its inaugural Sport Hall of Fame, celebrating 37 alumni who have made outstanding contributions to the world of sport.

Image of Hall of Fame on a TV screen on the left and lit backdrop on the right

Hosted by sports broadcaster Tanya Arnold at the university's flagship Carnegie School of Sport, the event welcomed a number of high-profile inductees, including:

Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee OBE
Emily Campbell, the most successful British weightlifter of modern times
Leeds Rhinos legend Jamie Jones-Buchanan MBE

The Hall of Fame celebrates Leeds Beckett University's sporting legacy, recognising individuals who have made a lasting impact across disciplines including football, rugby league and rugby union, athletics and paralympic sport, as well as aiming to inspire the next generation of stars.

The celebration brought together a host of sporting greats, including:

Rugby union icon Sir Ian McGeechan OBE
Olympic triathlete Georgia Taylor-Brown MBE
Paralympic sport advocate Dr Bob Price MBE
Football star Julie Nelson BEM
Pioneering sailor Dee Caffari MBE, the first woman to sail solo, non-stop around the globe in both directions
The most successful female freestyle paddler of all time, Claire O'Hara MBE

Since 1933, when Carnegie College was founded, Leeds Beckett has been a launchpad for sporting talent, producing athletes, coaches, and leaders who have gone on to shape sport at the highest levels. Among those recognised posthumously were Sir Walter Winterbottom CBE, a trailblazer in football coaching, and renowned athletics coach Ron Pickering OBE.

Other inductees included:

Rugby league icon Kevin Sinfield OBE
Olympic and world triathlon champion Alex Yee
Emily Scarratt, who has just won the Women's Rugby Union World Cup for a second time
Rugby league star, and now coach to Leeds Rhinos Women's team, Lois Forsell

Reflecting on his induction, Alistair Brownlee OBE, commented: "Leeds Beckett University holds a special place in my heart. I remember running on the track there for the first time in a school sports day when I was five. Ten years later, I walked over the same track to meet my coach, Malcolm, for the first time. The pool and gyms hosted me for hundreds of training sessions, and the fantastic people at the university provided me with so much support.

"I'm extremely honoured to be inducted into the Sport Hall of Fame alongside so many incredible figures who have shaped their sports. I hope our stories inspire the next generation of sporting legends."

Peter Mackreth, Dean of Carnegie School of Sport and Chair of the LBU Sport Hall of Fame Sub-Committee said: "This Hall of Fame is more than a celebration of individual achievement, it's a reflection of the university's enduring legacy in sport. For over 90 years, we've supported the development of athletes, coaches, and professionals who have gone on to influence sport on a global scale.

"We're proud to honour their journeys and hope the stories they share will inspire future generations to dream big, work hard, and make a difference to the people they connect with in their careers."

Guests also had the opportunity to explore a curated exhibition of memorabilia, including the tri-suit worn by Alistair Brownlee during the ITU World Triathlon Championship Series; the Great Britain Rugby League shirt worn by Kevin Sinfield; and an offshore jacket used by Dee Caffari MBE.

Leeds Beckett University, through its Carnegie School of Sport, has long been recognised as a powerhouse in sport education and development. The university has played a pivotal role in nurturing elite athletes and coaches, contributing to national and international success across generations.

From its early days as Carnegie College, it has built a reputation for excellence in physical education, sport science, coaching, and performance, with alumni competing in Olympic Games, World Championships, and professional leagues around the globe. The Hall of Fame is the latest chapter in a history that continues to inspire future sporting legends.

The Hall of Fame honour board is now on public display at the Carnegie School of Sport. A digital version of the Hall of Fame is also available to view.

Full list of inductees: