THE SPORTS OFFICE UK LIMITED - Key Persons

After graduating in sports science from Leeds Metropolitan University, Andy Clarke completed a Masters at Liverpool University focusing on the analysis and preparation of Rugby League players.

Ian has more than 40 years experience in the software industry and is the non-executive Chairman of The Sports Office. After studying mathematics at Manchester University in the 1960's he went on to establish his own software company WorkPlace Systems.

Phil played Rugby League at the highest level in the northern and southern hemisphere. He is a former Great Britain captain and was a member of the all-conquering Wigan team in the 1990s. He was recruited by Australian club Sydney Roosters but a serious spinal injury curtailed his career. Phil combined his time as a professional athlete with a sports science degree at Liverpool University and has a long-standing interest in innovation in sport. He was Great Britain Rugby League Team Manager for five years and prior to that was Chief Executive of Wigan Warriors when the club won the inaugural Super League Grand Final. He has worked as an expert commentator for Sky Sports for the last decade.