All things ‘Sports and Social’ at Plymouth Marine Laboratory

Sports and Social Club Activities: 

Some of the existing activities organised by the club include: 

• Climbing and bouldering 
• Football 
• Cycling and touring 
• Gardening and wildlife 
• Running and circuits 
• Social events (from bake-offs, to cheese-and-wine nights, to meals out) 
• Volleyball and croquet 
• Tennis and table tennis 
• Badminton and squash 
• Creative writing 
• Pilates 
• Book and film club 

But there is always room for more, says new SSC co-chair Ben O’Driscoll: 

“We have some new faces on the SSC Executive Committee (including me!), we’re a friendly bunch and we’d really welcome ideas for new activities or groups. We have a budget too, so come and help us use it!” 

Meet the new Sports and Social Club Executive Committee:  

Benjamin O’ Driscoll: Co-Chair 

“Hi, I’m Ben, the new Co-Chair for the SSC. I've really enjoyed getting involved in lots of the activities that the SSC has organised since I joined PML back in April 2021. I really like the fact that all activities are open to all abilities, so please don't hesitate to give something new a go! One of my favourite clubs is Volleyball on the lawns outside PML (which will return in the spring, on Tuesday and Thursday lunchtimes) this is a great way to meet people from across the organisation in a friendly and relaxed environment. It is also a great way to get moving over your lunch break and get some fresh air! Get in touch with me if you have any ideas for new clubs or activities.” 

Emily Widdecombe: Co-Chair 

“Hello everyone! I'm Emily, new Co-Chair of SSC. After joining PML in October last year, I have been really pleased to discover what a warm, welcoming and active organization we have here. As co-chair of SSC it is my aim to broaden the scope of PML's social activities, and I am open to all new ideas and suggestions! You can find me running our new, fortnightly Creative Writing workshop, as well as taking the odd lunchtime sea swim. I also enjoy hiking, cycle touring and all manner of arts and crafts.” 

Thomas Jackson: Treasurer 

“Hi, I'm Tom, the SSC treasurer.  You may find me playing volleyball or ping pong on a lunch break and outside of PML I am also interested in Cycling, Paddleboarding, Surfing, Hiking, Squash, Board Games, Model painting, Reading and Films.  Always happy to talk about hobbies or try new activities so if you have any interests that you think others might enjoy then let us know.” 

Stefanie Broszeit: Secretary 

“My name is Stefanie Broszeit, I am the SSC secretary. I find that PML is full of fun and friendly people and the SSC is a great way to meet them. I enjoy getting people together and doing fun stuff such as the BBQ. You can find me in the creative writing group on a Tuesday. I also enjoy swimming, running, paddle boarding and exploring the countryside, sometimes with a bat detector.”