PEOPLE • Samantha Scott
- mirandabubu
- May 7
- 1 min read
We are delighted to welcome Samantha Scott to the Steering the Course Opening Forum panel—an inspiring leader whose work is helping to redefine opportunity and excellence for women in sport.
With an impressive career spanning professional sport, high-performance coaching, and strategic leadership, Samantha brings a powerful combination of insight and experience. Her work in Women’s and Girls’ Rugby has positioned her as a strong advocate for visibility, investment, and growth in women’s athletics, both at the grassroots and elite levels.
Samantha is deeply committed to youth development and mentorship, championing programmes that empower young girls to build confidence, resilience, and ambition through sport. Her leadership has consistently focused on creating inclusive pathways, supporting athletes as they progress from community participation to high-performance environments.
At the Opening Forum, Samantha will explore the parallels between the demands of professional rugby and the discipline of sailing, sharing how the “Give to Gain” philosophy can strengthen communities and elevate performance across all sporting arenas.
Her perspective reflects the core values of Steering the Course—collaboration, inclusion, and leadership. Samantha’s voice will inspire, challenge, and empower audiences, reinforcing a simple but powerful message: when women support women, sport thrives.
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