The Lionesses haven’t just fearlessly battled their way to once again lift the trophy – they’ve reignited a national conversation about the role of sport in education, the potential of women’s sport to inspire a nation but also the transformative power of football for both boys and girls.
The images of celebration, resilience and sheer determination we’ve seen on our screens are more than sporting highlights. They’re teaching moments – watching Michelle Agyemang show what’s possible when young people are given the platform to grow in confidence, develop within teams, and push their personal limits.
This is where school sport comes in.
And this is where we, as a sector, can help.
Whether it’s girls inspired to lace up their boots for the first time or boys reimagining what it means to play with passion and unity, now is the time to make participation in sport more accessible, inclusive, and ambitious.
