Scottish Student Sport are delighted to unveil Canterbury as our new official kit supplier, fulfilled by BE Uniforms.

Canterbury, an internationally-recognised kit supplier with 120 years of history, will be responsible for kitting out our staff, volunteers and National Squads in a partnership that will run initially until 2027, with the option to extend.

Fulfillment of the partnership will be the responsibility of Scottish-based BE Uniforms with SSS benefiting from the considerable experience of Account Manager Rennie Keith.

Canterbury’s selection follows a rigorous kit tender process which saw considerable interest from suppliers; highlighting the value attributed to a partnership with SSS.

The new agreement is effective immediately following the collapse of our previous kit supplier. Keeping in line with our sustainable values, we will take a phased approach to introducing any new kit across our squads and volunteers.

Commenting, SSS Business Manager Julia Stenhouse said:

“We at SSS are delighted to partner with Canterbury & BE Uniforms as our brand new teamwear provider. We’re incredibly excited about the partnership with Canterbury & BE Uniforms as we share a common passion, and vision, for the future of student sport and active health across Scotland. Canterbury’s reputation for producing high-quality teamwear also makes them the perfect partner – providing SSS volunteers, staff, and athletes with the best possible kit to strive for success both on and off the field.

“A huge thank you to SSS Communications Coordinator Ruairidh Campbell, as well as Rennie Keith (BE Uniforms) and Ian Watkinson (Pentland Brands) for all their work on the partnership so far.”

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Ian Watkinson, Customer Development Manager at Canterbury said:

“Canterbury has been bringing communities together through sport for over 120 years. Our partnership with Scottish Student Sport marks an exciting opportunity to continue this legacy within the Scottish student community. Together, we’ll continue to make Scottish Student Sport world class, and we can’t wait to see the athletes in action, proudly wearing Canterbury.”

Rennie Keith, BE Account Manager had this to say:

“BE Uniforms is extremely proud to partner with Scottish Student Sport, empowering the next generation of Scottish athletes with premium Canterbury products – inspiring excellence on and off the field.”

World class kit supplier Canterbury are no stranger to the tertiary education market with current partner institutions including the University of Cambridge. Beyond student sport, they are current suppliers to Irish Rugby and the British & Irish Lions, and recently signed a deal to give all players in England’s PWR female rugby league free boots.

BE are Scotland’s largest independent uniform & teamwear supplier with access to some of the world’s leading brands and great options for both stock and bespoke ranges. The business was established in 1989 and is a family run with their head office & factory based in the Scottish Borders and have several hubs across Scotland & the North of England.

Their current crop of accounts includes the University of Stirling and Borders College.

Keep an eye out as the new SSS x CCC range will be debuted by staff at SS Games at the end of this month with an online shop to follow soon after!

SSS Head of Competitions Chris Purdie has been named as Team Scotland’s Deputy Chef de Mission for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

This appointment follows roles as General Team Manager at Birmingham 2022 and Chef de Mission at the Trinbago 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games.

Head of Competitions at Scottish Student Sport, Chris brings a wealth of experience of major multi-sport Games, including the 2024 Paris Olympic Games with Team GB and four World University Games, alongside his Commonwealth Games experience. He led the British team as Chef de Mission at the World University Winter Games in 2023, having previously served as Deputy Chef de Mission in 2019.

Chris will work closely with Elinor Middlemiss MBE, Team Scotland Chef de Mission, in leading the team for the Glasgow 2026 Games.

“I am delighted to have been appointed Deputy Chef de Mission for Team Scotland at the 2026 Games in Glasgow”, he said.

“It will be a real honour and privilege to represent Scotland at a home Games . I have had some  fantastic moments working with Team Scotland over the last four years, and I am looking forward to making this a truly memorable experience for both the competing athletes and support staff.”

Stew Fowlie, Scottish Student Sport COO said: “Chris’ appointment by Team Scotland is a fitting testament to his leadership attributes and his sustained, impactful commitment to major games over the last ten years or so. “I am absolutely delighted that Chris has been successful with this new role, and I know he will play a central role in Team Scotland’s success at Glasgow 2026.

“Like any good employer, SSS will be happy to fully support his involvement – and I look forward to witnessing Chris’ continued growth and development through this latest piece of high level volunteering. Well done Chris and well done Team Scotland!”

Welcoming Chris to the position, Jon Doig OBE, Commonwealth Games Scotland Chief Executive said: “We are delighted to welcome Chris back to Team Scotland for Glasgow 2026. He excelled in leadership roles in Birmingham and Trinbago and his extensive experience of multi-sport events stands him in great stead to deliver a positive Games experience for our athletes.”

“The planning for these Games will, of course, be very different to previous editions, but what does not change is the commitment to ensuring our athletes are given the best possible preparation and support to achieve their goals. In Chris’s appointment, and those that follow, our focus is on creating the right environment to give our athletes the best possible opportunity to excel in Glasgow.”