Pauline Stott awarded MBE

Pauline Stott

Scottish Hockey are delighted to announce that Pauline Stott, Former GB Captain and two time Olympian has been awarded an MBE for Services to hockey and promotion of sport in Scotland.

Pauline Stott had a hugely successful international playing career. She gained 223 international Caps,  retiring after the Olympics in Sydney in 2000. She made her debut for Scotland in 1988 and for Great Britain three years later. She competed in two Olympic Games, becoming the only Scottish women to captain a Great Britain hockey team at an Olympics.

As a volunteer she has been dedicating her time to hockey over 30 years. Pauline has been heavily involved as a coach and mentor within Midland District. She has supported or coached every age group within the District. She has been a huge supporter of the benefits of sport, and speaks to a range of schools on her experiences. She has been part of the Champions in Schools programme carrying out mentoring and support for pupils and young Athletes.

Pauline’s volunteering stretches a great deal further. She was a Scottish Hockey Board Director for 4 years, and as a result of her volunteering and achievements as a player was awarded both an Honorary Membership of Scottish Hockey, and a Thistle Award for her commitment to developing hockey. 

She is heavily involved with Grove Menzieshill who gave her honorary membership of their club in recognition for her service and achievement. She was part of the Grove Menzieshill team that won the Grand Final this year, a family occasion that her daughter Katie an age group International was in the same team.

David Sweetman, Scottish Hockey CEO commented; “It is fantastic to see Pauline recognised for her services to hockey and sport in Scotland. Her playing achievements speak for themselves. She has provided huge commitment to hockey and sport both locally and nationally and I am delighted that she has been recognised with an MBE. Her passion and drive for hockey is infectious and I know that she will continue to inspire young athletes for years to come”

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