Safe Sport

01/09/2026

🔐🏃‍♀️ How safe is sport in the digital world?

Women athletes face digital risks that go far beyond weak passwords - from cyberbullying and online harassment to identity theft, misuse of personal data and attacks on their reputation.

The new SAFE SPORT E-Report / E-Analysis of Best Practices brings together 9 practices from Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Serbia and the wider European context, exploring what already works and what sport organisations can learn from it.

💡 The key message is clear: digital safety in sport is not a single tool or one-off training. It requires prevention, practical education, organisational responsibility, trusted reporting mechanisms and human support working together.

🇪🇺 Developed within SAFE SPORT – Cybersecurity for Women Athletes, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Sport programme.

📥 Explore and download the E-Report:
https://safesportproject.org/2026/09/01/safe-sport-e-report-best-practices-for-cybersecurity-and-digital-safety-in-sport/

19/08/2026

🔐 Keeping athletes safe doesn’t stop at the training ground.

From cyberbullying and online harassment to identity theft and misuse of personal information, digital risks are increasingly part of athletes’ everyday lives. Coaches and educators can play an important role by encouraging safer online habits and creating a team culture where athletes feel supported both online and offline.

Our latest Safe Sport blog post shares practical steps coaches can take to better protect their teams in the digital world.

👉 Read the full article: https://safesportproject.org/2026/07/22/how-coaches-can-protect-their-teams-online-a-practical-guide-for-educators-and-trainers/

Sport has always been built on trust. Athletes trust their coaches to guide their development, support their wellbeing, and create environments where they can perform safely. Today, that responsibi…

14/08/2026

🔐 Safe sport doesn’t stop when athletes leave the training field. It also means feeling safe online.

Social media and digital platforms are now part of everyday sport - but so are cyberbullying, online harassment, identity theft, misuse of personal information and other digital risks.

The Safe Sport Cybersecurity Toolkit for Women in Sport makes cybersecurity practical and accessible, helping athletes, coaches and sport organisations understand online risks, build safer digital habits and strengthen digital resilience.

Because digital safety is not about limiting participation - it is about enabling athletes to participate without fear.

💻 Discover how the SAFE SPORT Toolkit is helping build safer sport - online and offline.

👉 For more information: https://safesportproject.org/2026/07/22/cybersecurity-toolkit-making-online-protection-simple-for-everyone-in-sport/

Sport today exists in two interconnected worlds: the physical and the digital. Athletes train, compete, communicate with teammates, build their careers, and connect with supporters both on the fiel…

10/08/2026

💻🏃‍♀️ Cyber harassment doesn’t stay online. Its impact is real.

For female athletes, social media can be a powerful space for visibility and connection - but also a source of harassment, threats and digital violence that can affect confidence, mental well-being and even sporting performance.
Through SAFE SPORT – Cybersecurity for Women Athletes, we are raising awareness, strengthening digital safety and supporting women in sport to feel safer both on and offline.

📖 Read our blog post “The Emotional Impact of Cyber Harassment” and discover why simply saying “ignore it” is not enough:

Read the full article: https://safesportproject.org/2025/11/07/the-emotional-impact-of-cyber-harassment/

ErasmusPlus

07/08/2026

💻🔐 Who says cybersecurity has to be serious all the time?

A little humor can go a long way. Whether you're an IT professional, a cybersecurity enthusiast, or just someone who enjoys a clever tech joke, these cybersecurity puns and jokes are guaranteed to bring a smile (or at least an eye roll 😉).

After all, sometimes the best way to start a conversation about staying safe online is with a laugh.

📖 Check out 35 Cybersecurity Jokes to Make Any Security Geek Chuckle (or Groan): https://www.goanywhere.com/blog/35-cybersecurity-jokes

ITSecurity DigitalSafety

06/08/2026

🏃‍♀️💻 What do elite athletics and cybersecurity have in common?

More than you might think.

British middle-distance runner Georgia Bell is proving that excellence isn't limited to one field. Alongside competing at the highest level in athletics, she also works full-time in cybersecurity - demonstrating how resilience, discipline and determination are key to success both in sport and in technology.

Today, women represent only around 25% of the global cybersecurity workforce, while the sector continues to face a significant talent shortage. Stories like Georgia's inspire more girls and women to pursue careers in one of the fastest-growing industries of the future.

📖 Read more: https://www.verdict.co.uk/georgia-bell-women-in-cybersecurity/

DigitalSkills Inspiration

04/08/2026

⚽🔐 What can football teach us about cybersecurity?

More than you might think!

Just like in football, success in cybersecurity isn't about reacting - it's about being prepared.

Build your strategy around the Five Ps:
⚽ Planning – Develop a clear security strategy.
🏃 Practice – Train regularly for cyber incidents.
🎯 Precision – Ensure everyone knows their role.
🤝 Players – Combine the right people, processes and technology.
📈 Performance – Keep improving and adapting to new threats.

The best-prepared teams perform best - on the pitch and in cyberspace.

📖 Read more: https://fortresssrm.com/what-football-can-teach-us-about-cybersecurity/

31/07/2026

🏊🚴🏃 What can cybersecurity professionals learn from triathletes?

More than you might think.

Success in both triathlon and cybersecurity isn't about luck - it's about preparation, resilience and the ability to adapt when challenges arise.

Just like a triathlete, cybersecurity professionals know that:

✅ Preparation is everything – understand your strengths, weaknesses and the tools you need before the race begins.
💪 Resilience matters – stay focused, calm and ready to respond under pressure.
🤝 Teamwork makes the difference – collaboration strengthens every defence.
🎯 Adapt your strategy – new challenges require new approaches, whether you're facing changing race conditions or evolving cyber threats.

Crossing the finish line - or defending against a cyberattack - doesn't happen by chance. It is the result of planning, continuous learning and working together towards a common goal.

📖 Read more:
https://www.weforum.org/stories/2019/09/what-cybersecurity-professionals-can-learn-from-triathletes/

17/07/2026

🚨 Online harassment is becoming one of the biggest threats facing women in sport.

A recent study by Sheffield Hallam University found that female athletes experience 19% more online abuse than their male counterparts, yet many sports organisations still lack safeguarding policies that specifically address online harassment.

As women's sport continues to grow, so does the need to tackle sexist, misogynistic and homophobic abuse in digital spaces. Protecting athletes should extend beyond the field of play and include the online environments where they train, compete and engage with fans.

Creating safe, respectful and inclusive sport means ensuring that every athlete is protected - both on and off the pitch.

🔗 Read more:
https://www.shu.ac.uk/news/all-articles/latest-news/sportswomen-online-harassment

15/07/2026

🔐 Cybersecurity is becoming a game changer in sport.

Did you know that more than 70% of sports organisations have already experienced a cyberattack? From international federations to professional clubs, the sports sector is increasingly targeted due to its global visibility, valuable data and digital infrastructure.

💡 The biggest vulnerability isn't technology - it's people. Building awareness, improving digital skills and strengthening cybersecurity knowledge are essential steps in protecting the future of sport.

🛡️ Investing in prevention today is far less costly than recovering from a cyber incident tomorrow.

📖 Read more: https://www.infront.sport/blog/sports-technology/cybersecurity-sports