Changing The World through The Power of Sport

🌊 When sport meets purpose, change happens. This week we were proud to stand alongside Surfers Against Sewage at the Thames Swim – an extraordinary campaign calling for an end to sewage in our waterways. A group of incredible athletes took on a tough, unforgiving challenge: swimming 200k+ of the River Thames NON STOP!! - and finishing in front of the Houses of Parliament. Their goal? To demand cleaner rivers so that everyone can safely enjoy water-based activities and reconnect with nature. At Sport Impact, we were delighted to meet the athletes at the finish line and congratulate them on this mammoth achievement. Their strength and resilience were inspiring – but what truly stood out was their purpose. They used their skills, fitness, and platform to shine a spotlight on one of the most urgent environmental issues of our time. 👏 We salute the swimmers – you are amazing. 👏 We celebrate Surfers Against Sewage for organising such a powerful event. This is why we believe so deeply in the power of sport: when athletes amplify messages that improve our planet and enhance wellbeing, they create ripples of change that go far beyond the water. 💙 Purpose in motion. Passion for change. Sport at its best. Amber Keegan 👏 Toby Robinson 👏 Hector Pardoe 👏 Colleen Blair MBE 👏 Calum Maclean 👏 Daniel Smyth 👏 Emily Forwood 👏 Jessika Robson👏 #SportForChange #CleanRivers #AthletesForImpact #SurfersAgainstSewage #PurposeInSport #HealthyPlanet #sportimpact @redequipment Equipment 👏

We’re thrilled to announce our next Sport Impact Champion: Andy Donaldson! 🌊💪 @andy.swimming Andy is not just an ultra-marathon swimmer—he’s a pioneer redefining what’s possible in open water. From conquering the Oceans Seven challenge, becoming the first person ever to complete the world’s seven toughest channel swims within a single year, to holding records like the British fastest English Channel crossing (8:00) and the world record for the Cook Strait (4:33), his achievements are extraordinary. But what truly makes Andy an inspiration is not just his speed or endurance—it’s his purpose. As Andy says: "For me, it's not just about the swim, it's about what it stands for. It’s about showing that each of us has the power to create change, inspire others, and leave the world a little better than we found it." Aligned with our Legacy Pillar, Andy embodies the belief that sport has the power to leave a lasting positive impact—far beyond the finish line. Please join us in welcoming Andy to the Sport Impact Champions community as we continue to celebrate individuals who inspire change and help shape a better future through sport. #SportImpact #Legacy #Inspiration #UltraMarathonSwimming #AndyDonaldson #SportForGood #OceansSeven #changethescore #getonthepitch

🌍 Big things are coming — and you’re invited! We’re putting the final touches on some major events for Sport Impact Summit, and we can’t wait to share them with you. 📬 If you're already part of our network, keep an eye out for our upcoming newsletter — packed with exclusive updates and your invitation to our annual summit in Abu Dhabi this December. 💥 Not yet part of the journey? Now’s the time to get involved! The momentum behind the Sport Impact Declaration has been incredible — but we’re just getting started. This is your chance to be part of a global movement that’s using sport to transcend boundaries and drive real change. ✅ Are you passionate about sport as a force for good? ✅ Want to sign the Declaration? ✅ Ready to connect with a growing global community? 📩 Get in touch today and help shape the future of sport. 👉 Sign the Declaration today: https://www.sportimpactsummit.org/declaration #SportImpactSummit #SportImpactDeclaration #SportForGood #GlobalCommunities #AbuDhabi2025 #TranscendBoundaries

🌊 New Sport Impact Champion - Paddleboarding Pioneer – David Haze 🌊 We’re honoured to welcome David Haze to the Sport Impact Summit, where he joins us as a powerful advocate for sustainability, human health, and equality & inclusion through the lens of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). David’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. After his release from prison in 2020, he made a promise to himself – to become the man he was meant to be. Through open water, he found not just freedom, but purpose. Since then, David has: 🏆 Been named Ocean Activist of the Year 🏆 Won International SUP Man of the Year 🎥 Won SUP Film of the Year 🌍 Set eight world records, becoming the most decorated SUP adventurer globally ♻️ Completed net-zero expeditions, including paddling around the Isle of Wight on a board made from rubbish (it didn’t survive – but he did) 🌲 Planted 110 trees in a prison yard to offset travel and give others a space for healing David doesn’t just talk about impact – he lives it. Each expedition is aligned to a cause he believes in, from ocean health to restorative justice. His work brings powerful attention to environmental stewardship, and the transformative role sport can play for individuals and communities. We’re proud to have David as part of the Sport Impact community – his story is a reminder that sport changes lives, and that sustainability and second chances can go hand-in-hand. Welcome, David. 🌎💙 #SportImpact #Sustainability #OceanActivism #SUP #InclusionThroughSport #WaterQuality #DavidHaze #FromPrisonToPurpose #NetZeroExpedition #SecondChances #StandUpPaddleboarding #EnvironmentalJustice @athletemediagroup @surfersagainstsewage

Impact Alert!!! 🌊 Welcome our new Impact Champion: Sally Kettle 🌊 Two Time Atlantic Ocean rower. World record holder. Tireless sustainability and Human Health advocate. We’re thrilled to have Sally join the Sport Impact Summit as one of our 2025 Impact Champions. With a powerful voice for equity, inclusion, and community wellbeing, Sally brings a wealth of lived experience and passion for movement that changes lives. Here’s what she had to say about joining the Summit: “I’m honoured to be part of the Sport Impact Summit because I believe sport has the power to transform lives—and to open doors for those who are too often left on the side-lines. Through my work with Girl guiding and The Active Pregnancy Foundation, I’ve seen first-hand how movement can build confidence, connection, and lasting change. My mission is simple: to help create a healthier nation, one mum-to-be, one girl, one community at a time. At the core of everything I do is a belief in true equity, diversity, and inclusion—because everyone deserves the chance to feel the joy and empowerment that sport can bring.” Sally, we’re proud to have you on board. Let’s make impact happen. 💥 www.sportimpactsummit.com @athletemediagroup markmiddlemas #SportImpactSummit #SallyKettle #Sustainability #Inclusion #ImpactChampion #WomensSport #ActivePregnancy #Girlguiding #SportForChange #Getonthepitch #changethescore

The 153rd Open @ Royal Portrush Sustainability Sells — When It’s Done Right. At this year’s Open Championship, sustainability wasn’t just a CSR checkbox. It was smart business — and a blueprint for how major events can drive value through climate leadership. 💡🌍 Here’s how The Open is raising the bar: ✅ Commercialising Sustainability From @mastercard to @rolex , sponsors aren’t just after visibility. They want value alignment, ESG credibility, and impact they can stand behind. ✅ @refloofficial ® x The Open A first-of-its-kind partnership brought sustainable sportswear brand Reflo into the merchandise ecosystem — showing how purpose-driven brands can thrive in elite sport when values align. ✅ Circular Infrastructure Working with Arena The Open delivered modular, reusable event design — from grandstands to hospitality pods — reducing waste and building legacy. ✅ Sustainability = Fan Experience Eco-travel, refill stations, EV hubs, and climate storytelling didn’t just cut carbon — they engaged the next-gen sports fan. What does this mean for sport? Sustainability isn't just a responsibility. It’s a competitive advantage. A brand magnet. A ticket to long-term relevance. At Sport Impact Summit 2025, we’ll be spotlighting The Open and other global models showing how sport can lead the sustainability shift — and win commercially while doing it. Read the full article here - https://sportimpactsummit.com/green-fairways-smart-business/ 📍 Join the movement: https://lnkd.in/gcjeDkKe #SportForChange #SustainableSport #TheOpen2025 #ESG #CircularEconomy #GreenSport #SportImpactSummit #BrandPartnerships #ClimateLeadership #EventSustainability #changethescore #getonthepitch #golf

🌍 Introducing George Garton – Sport Impact Champion 🏏 We’re thrilled to welcome George Garton as a Sport Impact Champion! A standout cricketer for England, Sussex, and global franchises like Southern Brave, RCB, and Adelaide Strikers, George brings both talent and tenacity—overcoming health setbacks and reigniting his career with Warwickshire. Off the pitch, he’s passionate about leveraging finance for good, exploring how capital can drive real social and environmental impact. George perfectly embodies our mission: using sport as a force for positive change. 💚 Welcome, George! Let’s make an impact together. @georgegarton #sustainability #getonthepitch #changethescore

🎯 Impact Champion Incoming... Guess who? 👀 He’s a wicket-taking machine who’s lit up the pitch for: 🏏 Sussex CC 🔥 Southern Brave 💥 Royal Challengers Bangalore ⚡ Adelaide Strikers 🦁 England 🟡 Joburg Super Kings 🐻 Warwickshire CC Drop your guesses below! 👇 #SportImpactSummit #GuessWho #ImpactChampion

🎙️ Another episode of the Sport Impact Podcast is on the way! This time, Sport Impact Founder Sean Morris sits down with Rebecca Dance-Shuker to explore her inspiring journey at the intersection of sport and sustainability. Don’t miss it! #sustainability #chnagethescore #getonthepitch @me_sportsbusinessnetwork @laureus.sport.for.good