Bruce McCaig (Fencing & Kayak Club )
Current Alumni Exec 22/23, Fencing President 21 – 23, Fencing Vice-President 20/21
Favourite Sporting/SU Moment: Being captain of the fencing M1s team who went undefeated in the 21/22 season and were subsequently promoted to the premier league.
Course of Study: 4th Year Actuarial Science
Why are you standing for the role? I want to ensure that we continue to develop our clubs and opportunities for the current and future generations of our Watt family.
I’ve loved my time on the Executive committee and as a club president, so I’d be delighted to have the chance to use my knowledge and experience to benefit every member of our Sports Union.
Craig Murray (Volleyball Club)
Current Participation Exec 22/23, 5 Years as Volleyball Coach & 2 Years as Volleyball Club President.
Favourite Sporting/SU Moment: Winning BUCS Conference Cup and Winning Club of the year as President.
Course of Study: Chemical Engineering 5th Year
Why are you standing for the role? I’m running for the role of SUP as over the years of being at Heriot-watt, the sports union has been a key factor in making my experience as amazing as it possibly could be! Through the highs and lows of uni life, the sports union has been there providing support, opportunities and many, many unforgettable memories. I would love to give back that same experience that was given to me, for all members within all our sports clubs.
Hope Reilly (Dance Club)
Current Promo Exec 22/23, Lead Ambassador 20/21, Dance Club Vice captain 19/20, Dance Club Captain 20/21 & 22/23.
Favourite Sporting/SU Moment: Recently leading the tap team to being undefeated this season, the first time in the clubs history.
Course of Study: 4th year International Business and Spanish.
Why are you standing for the role? I truly believe that the sports union has something for everyone and aspire for every student on campus to be involved in some way shape or form. There is an endless list of opportunities to get involved with, all that make a difference and positive impact on the whole university experience.
My role this year, running the social media and marketing has exposed me much more to what goes on behind the scenes and allowed me to engage frequently with all our clubs. I have strong interpersonal skills and clear communication, I’m ready to learn, collaborate and work to continue all the great work that goes on with our clubs and champion the student voice and success. I believe I have the vision, work ethic and passion to excel and be effective as your sports union president.