It’s Varsity time. Edge Hill University and the University of Lancashire are going head-to-head once again.
Since 2013, the rivalry has travelled back and forth. And this year, it’s our turn to host. Whether you’re competing, cheering from the sidelines or just here for the atmosphere, Varsity is for everyone. Let’s make it loud, proud and unforgettable.
What is Varsity?
Varsity is the biggest sporting fixture of the year. The day is made up of a range of sports including:
- American Football
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Football
- Futsal
- Hockey
- Netball
- Rounders
- Rugby
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Volleyball
Each fixture has a winner and points are allocated. To win, your team has to have the highest amount of points at the end of the day. Whether you are competing or supporting, there will be lots of fun to get involved with.
How are the fixtures scored?
A win is worth 2 points. A draw is worth 1 point. And a loss is 0 points.
The points will be updated online throughout the day. The results and trophy will be revealed that evening.
When is Varsity 2026?
This year, Varsity is running across four days from Wednesday 15 April.
Is there a charity linked to the event?
While the teams spend all day head to head, Varsity is raising money for a joint charity, Student Minds. Student Minds is a UK student mental health charity. They aim to empower university students to look after their own mental health, as well as those around them.
Money will be raised for Student Minds throughout the day from donations, t-shirt sales and fun activities.
Varsity Fixtures
| Badminton (Mens and Womens) | 10am-12pm | Sports Centre Hall 1 |
| Rounders (CS) | 10am-12pm | Hockey Pitch |
| Athletics (Mixed) | 10am-1pm | Track Pitch 5 |
| American Football | 10am-1.30pm | RFL / Football Pitch 4 |
| Basketball (Mens) | 11am-1pm | Sports Centre Hall 2 |
| Football (Mens) | 11am-1pm | Football Pitch 1 |
| Volleyball (Womens) | 11am-1pm | Wilson Sports Centre |
| Rugby Union (Womens) | 11.30am-1.30pm | 3G Pitch |
| Netball (Womens) | 12-1.30pm | Sports Centre Hall 1 |
| Hockey (Mens) | 12-2pm | Hockey Pitch |
| Rec Football (11v11) | 12-2pm | Football Pitch 2 |
| Swimming Gala | 12:30-3.30pm | Swimming Pool |
| Basketball (Womens) | 1-3pm | Sports Centre Hall 2 |
| Table Tennis | 1-2.30pm | Wilson New Gym |
| Volleyball (Mens) | 1-3pm | Wilson Sports Hall |
| Rugby Union (Mens) | 1.30-3.30pm | 3G Pitch |
| Football 5-A-Side (Womens) | 2-3pm | 3G Cages |
| Football (Womens) | 2-4pm | Track Pitch 5 |
| Hockey (Womens) | 2-4pm | Hockey Pitch |
| Rugby League (Mens) | 2-4pm | RFL / Football Pitch 4 |
| Futsal (Mens) | 3.30-5pm | Sports Centre Hall 1 |
| Presentation | 5-5.30pm | Sports Centre Hall 2 |
Good luck to everyone competing this year – who will lift the trophy for 2026?
March 31, 2026
