First Year Sports Bingo

Micaela Wathen

The first years of 2023 have the immense privilege of being on-campus for their entire first year. Therefore, it would be ludicrous of them not to partake in the spoils of the complete university experience –which includes sports! Whether as a participant or spectator there are a plethora of events to join.

UPLYMPICS

This is, hands-down, the most versatile sporting event to grace the fields of the university . The two year old event includes a wide variety of sports such as online chess, indigenous games, a cycling and running marathon and a spectator’s challenge that is sure to include everyone there is truly something for everyone, and PDBY highly recommends getting involved in all the fun.

FACULTY HOUSE SPORTS

The University of Pretoria’s Faculty House Leagues are a great way for students to get involved in a sporting routine. Students can partake as players, coaches and even managers, and can use this opportunity to acquaint themselves with their peers outside of the classroom. Different faculties post the details of their leagues on their Instagram pages, so remember to follow those for more details.

VARSITY CUP MATCH

Varsity Cup sports are the tournaments to end all tournaments! Home game are charged with so much positive energy that students can expect the roar of avid fans, the tension when we are down a point as the games end draws near and the thrill of winning in the last second. These feelings are unmatched, and every UP student should see at least one game live. Super Sport doesn’t come close, so remember to check the Varsity Cup websites for match fixtures and tickets.

If one has not played a game of giant chess as a student at the University of Pretoria, then one is not truly a student at the university. This is the easiest box to check of all things sport related on campus as the chess boards are easily accessible. They have cured countless stretches of boredom between classes and introduced lifelong friends. There is no reason not to strike up a game, even if it is just one and done.

RAG SPORTS

Rag of Hope Day is an annual charity festival where stalls can sell recycled goods. It is a day filled with sports and even talent shows. This event allows for a casual, non-committal participant to get in on the action. Students can compete as part of res or faculty house teams but do not forget your entrance fee and a can of nonperishable food.

These are just some of the key sporting events and activities open to everyone at the university. They are the ‘must-stamps’ on PDBY’s bingo card and come highly recommended by the current student population. The university experience is often burdened by academic pressures, but it is good for one to remember that life must be full of all sorts of things. Art, music, culture, rest, socialising and, especially, sport.

W H A T ' S Y O U R S T O R Y ?

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