Scottish Ice Hockey is proud to announce the interim appointments of Mo Muir as Head of Women’s Developmentand Beth Dias-Scoon as Assistant Head of Women’s Development—a significant milestone in our commitment to supporting and expanding the women’s game across Scotland.

These roles have been introduced as part of the newly established women’s section within SIH, which includes formal representation at board level. This structure ensures that the voices, ambitions, and experiences of those within the women’s game are directly shaping our strategic direction.

“Over the past three years, our sport has evolved significantly in Scotland, marked by many important firsts along the way. This latest development represents a truly historic moment for SIH, aligning our growth with the broader global movement as women’s sports—including ice hockey—continue to advance in participation, support, and representation,

“The establishment of a formal women’s section, with elected representation at board level, ensures that the voices and ambitions of those leading and participating in the women’s game are not only heard but actively shape our strategic direction.“

“I am immensely proud to lead SIH as we take this meaningful step forward, and I look forward to working closely with everyone involved in driving the women’s game to new heights,” said SIH Chairman John Colley.

Mo and Beth bring a wealth of experience, passion, and leadership to these interim positions. Their knowledge of the women’s game at every level—from grassroots to international—will be vital in developing stronger pathways and greater opportunities for female players across Scotland.

Mo Muir brings over 30 years of involvement in the sport. A founder, player/coach, and chairperson of the Solway Sharks Ladies, she has been instrumental in providing opportunities for local players to develop and compete. Mo’s coaching credentials span the Scotland U16 and U18 girls’ teams, the England U13 girls, Solway Sharks Juniors, and grassroots learn-to-play sessions. Internationally, she has represented the IIHF as a results manager at numerous World Championships. Her background in project management brings vital organisational insight to her new role.

“Within the remit of my new role within Scottish Ice Hockey, I want to be part of a dynamic team that will expand the women’s game in Scotland—allowing girls and women to fulfil their potential to train and play locally at the highest level possible,” said Mo.

Beth Dias-Scoon adds her wealth of international and domestic experience to the team, having earned 35 caps for Great Britain at U18 and senior levels, and captaining the GB U18s at a home World Championship. Beginning her career in Kirkcaldy, she later joined Kingston Diamonds, where she won three playoff titles across 15 years. Beth also helped establish the Caledonia Steel Queens while studying in Edinburgh—now a thriving club with multiple women’s teams. Currently based back in Scotland, she continues to coach and play while working as a Lead Clinical Scientist with the NHS.

“I’m delighted to be offered this role with SIH and strive to use my experience, skills, and network to remove some of the barriers myself and others have faced in our journeys—to enable our talented Scottish players to thrive at the highest level,” said Beth. “The women’s game has gained incredible momentum, and I’m passionate about ensuring it’s sustainable for players to enjoy for years to come.”

These interim appointments are in place to help formalise the women’s section structure ahead of the Scottish Ice Hockey AGM, where elections will be held. We strongly encourage individuals with a passion for advancing the women’s game to consider putting themselves forward as part of this process.

This move also builds on the recent introduction of girls-only sessions within our national development programme—a reflection of the growing enthusiasm for female-focused training and support. Under Mo and Beth’s guidance, we aim to extend this work further, including through the development of the Girls Scotland Team.

This is an exciting and important step forward—and we are delighted to have Mo and Beth on board as we work together to shape the future of women’s hockey in Scotland.