Exhibition celebrates Carmarthenshire women in sport

South Wales Guardian

a day ago

Smashing Boundaries: Celebrating Carmarthenshire's Women in Sports opened at Parc Howard Museum back on International Women's Day, March 8, and will run until October 19.
The display honours the contributions of female athletes from across Carmarthenshire—many of whom have not previously received wide recognition, organisers say.
Councillor Hazel Evans, Carmarthenshire County Council's cabinet member for regeneration, leisure, culture, and tourism, said: "Smashing Boundaries gives long-overdue recognition to the achievements of women in Carmarthenshire's sporting history.
"It's vital that we continue to uncover and share these stories, so they become a visible part of our collective heritage.
"Projects like this are crucial for promoting equality in sport and encouraging young people, particularly girls, to see what's possible."
Developed by CofGâr with funding from the Sporting Heritage Network, the exhibition was inspired by research from volunteer Hannah Jones, whose family history helped shape the project.
CofGâr worked with local sports clubs, colleges, and Actif Sport and Leisure to gather stories and highlight the growing opportunities in women's sport.
A team of young curators from across Carmarthenshire helped shape the exhibition, taking part in workshops on interviewing and filmmaking and gaining hands-on experience in research and exhibition development.
The curators interviewed sportswomen from around the county and helped create the exhibition displays and written materials.
On show are donated and loaned items such as jerseys, medals, and trophies, each accompanied by personal stories and interpretation.
The exhibition features athletes from the past—including Margaret Jennings and Molly Phillips—as well as more recent figures like Lisa Pudner and Lynne Thomas.
Up-and-coming talents are also represented, including Maygan Fox, a rising star in jujitsu.
One of the latest additions is a Welsh football jersey worn by Llandeilo-born Ffion Morgan during the Euro 2025 qualifiers.
Ms Morgan is currently representing Wales in the championships in Switzerland.
Following its run at Parc Howard Museum, Smashing Boundaries is expected to tour other venues across the county.
The exhibition aims to inspire the next generation of athletes by making these stories a visible part of Carmarthenshire's sporting heritage.