Our first in-person Varsity series since 2019 ran from Tuesday 22 – Tuesday 29 March and saw Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ take on the University of Leicester (UoL) in more than 40 fixtures!
This series saw the neighbouring universities come together to participate and promote the great sport and social activities available and continue the friendly rivalry between Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ and UoL.
This year, there was a focus on inclusivity (players, spectators, officials, volunteers, staff and students) and the wider Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ community, with Æß²ÊÖ±²¥sport showcasing student achievements both on and off the pitch.
Due to the Covid-19 restrictions over the last two years, this was the first and last opportunity for some students to take part in Varsity, and they were thrilled to be able to go head to head with their rivals.
Despite UoL taking the win with the final results coming in at 13-30, Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ put up a great fight and had some incredible successes:
- The Dodgeball mixed 2nd team won 14-4
- Women’s Volleyball secured a 3-0 win
- The Futsal Men’s 2nd stole the show, winning 12-4
Students and staff from Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ and UoL were also invited to celebrate the end of the series with a Showcase event at The Venue@Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ on Tuesday 29 March.
The audience was treated to performances by the Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ Steppers, the UoL Dance Performance Society, the Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ Saints and UoL Panthers and more!
Æß²ÊÖ±²¥ Saints
UoL Panthers
The evening ended with a speech by Æß²ÊÖ±²¥sport’s Fiona Dick (Head of Sport) and Monty presenting UoL with the 2022 trophy.
Georgia Henton, Sports Officer at Leicester Union, collects the Varsity 2022 Trophy
Posted on Wednesday 30 March 2022