A passionate advocator for the social benefits of sport across all demographics, Kate Hardcastle is a longstanding Ambassador for Women in Sport and for ukactive. In 2014 Kate founded Women in Sport North, which comprises a support network of sports clubs, organisations and schools, along with an annual conference, which brings key figures together, to drive sports engagement and development in women and girls of all ages. The network has supported over 1,000 individuals, driving opportunities across the UK and celebrated those making a difference at the annual Women in Sport North Awards.