Myerscough College Motorsport

20/10/2026

Postcard from Donington 🏁

19/10/2026

Myerscough Motorsport secures best ever race finish at Donington

Behind every race is a team working against the clock. At Donington Park, successful pit stops, competitive times and a strong team effort marked Myerscough College & University Centre’s latest outing at Donington Park, where the team secured 29th place in the Gaz Shocks 116 Trophy race on Sunday, the best result for the 116.

Lecturer Simon Moss delivered a strong drive, improving from 36th despite ABS sensor failure to bring the car safely across the finish line. The car was a little worse for wear after the 90 minute race, when the senor failure caused a lock-up and spin, two cars tagging the student-run car.

All eight degree-level Motorsport students performed to high standards throughout the event, with two Management and Logistics students taking on media and team communications, whilst six Competition Car Technology students executed data, car preparation and pitlane operations.

The day proved to be a valuable experience, with several first-year students describing it as “eye-opening”, offering them a better understanding of what a real working race day involves.
A special thank you to lecturer Marcos Vrandecic and driver Simon Moss for their dedication and continued support in making these opportunities possible.

Moss said, “The team worked brilliantly together and for many of them it was their first competitive event. I'm not the fastest driver, however I knew I could put my trust in these dedicated students. My thanks and congratulations go to all of those involved for their hard work and commitment.”

Missed the race? Full results are available through Timing Solutions Limited or check out future events by following Myerscough College Motorsport.

Photo left to right: Isaac, Holly, Adam, Liv, Simon, Chris, Marcos, Abi, Harrison and James

Credit: Holly Ashe

18/10/2026

Qualifying done ✅

18/10/2026

Good morning from Donington
We are ready to go racing 🏁

Supporters can monitor the team's performance and live timing throughout the event here: https://www.tsl-timing.com/event/264235 and even watch live courtesy of 750 Motor Club’s Alpha Live service here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8H2beegxBGA

17/10/2026

Myerscough motorsport ready to go racing tomorrow! 🏁
Supporters can monitor the team's performance and live timing throughout the event here: https://www.tsl-timing.com/event/264235 and even watch live courtesy of 750 Motor Club’s Alpha Live service here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8H2beegxBGA

17/10/2026

From Classroom to Circuit: Myerscough Motorsport is ready for the 116 Trophy round at Donington Park

Myerscough College & University Centre's Motorsport team is preparing to take its student built BMW 116 to the ultimate test at Donington Park's Gaz Shocks 116 Trophy on Sunday 18th October, with lecturer Simon Moss taking the wheel.

Following a successful track day at Snetterton in September, students from all years of the Motorsport degree programme have been hard at work in the workshop this week completing the final touches for Sunday's event.

Myerscough's values have been reflected in the team's dedication in ensuring the car is in peak competitive condition, whilst utilising previously gained experience and data collected from Snetterton. The race weekend will showcase industry standards, with six Competition Car Technology students handling mechanical preparation and two Management and Logistics students overseeing team operations.

The BMW 116 remains an asset to Myerscough’s motorsport vision, serving as an ongoing project that develops student understanding of how to transform a standard vehicle into a competition ready car. This weekend showcases the University Centre’s commitment to learning beyond the classroom through industry relevant environments.

To highlight this, Myerscough Motorsport is pleased to host the winner of July’s Rali Ceredigion Schools Engagement Day Simulator Challenge. Seth and two friends will join the team to experience this track side learning environment first hand.

116 Trophy qualifying takes place at 09:10 tomorrow, with the race starting at 11.35 and with a grid of 39 cars, it is going to be a busy race.

Simon Moss said, “I have my colleague Marcos to thank for managing the car’s re-preparation, but huge thanks go to the students Abi, Adam, Chris, Harrison, Isaac, James have been crucial in undertaking the work on the car, while Holly and Liv have been working on planning and co-ordinating, including writing this release.”

Supporters can monitor the team's performance and live timing throughout the event here: https://www.tsl-timing.com/event/264235 and even watch live courtesy of 750 Motor Club’s Alpha Live service here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8H2beegxBGA

08/10/2026

🏁 NEW UNIFORM INCOMING… 🏁

We’re pleased to share that the brand-new Myerscough Motorsport student uniform is now available to purchase! 👀

And just look how smart it is! 😍🔥

Whether you’re heading to events, representing Myerscough Motorsport, or simply want to look the part, this is your chance to get kitted out! 🏎️

⏰ FIRST ORDER DEADLINE: TOMORROW (FRIDAY) AT 4:30PM

All students will have received an email with full details on how to order.

Don’t miss out — get your orders in! 🏁💙

06/10/2026

04/10/2026

The wait is over. What a rally, what a season, what a career. Elfyn and Scott - you are legends!

WORLD CHAMPIONS!! 🏆

The wait is finally over! Congratulations to Elfyn Evans & Scott Martin for securing their first-ever WRC title! 👏🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

02/10/2026

Today we attended a “Future You” event at Southlands High School in Chorley, helping inspire the next generation and showcase the exciting career opportunities available within the world of motorsport.

The afternoon was split into two sessions, with all school years getting the opportunity to find out more about careers in motorsport, the different pathways available, and where their interests and skills could take them in the future.

Representing our HE team were Chris and Simon, who enjoyed speaking with the students and sharing their experiences of working and studying within the motorsport industry.

Chris, who was returning to his former high school, loved the opportunity to come back and inspire the next generation of students, showing them a clear pathway to a career within the Motorsport Sector.

A big thank you to Southlands High School for inviting us and to all the students who took part and asked some great questions.