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Meet the UoM Tennis Club: The 2022 Sports Club of the Year
28th April 2023

Meet the UoM Tennis Club: The 2022 Sports Club of the Year

With success not only being on the court, but in a rapid growth of members, UoM’s Tennis Club seems to be unstoppable in their trajectory to success. But, how do they do it?
Harry Kane: Footballing legend or ‘Spursy’ bottle job?
7th April 2023

Harry Kane: Footballing legend or ‘Spursy’ bottle job?

Despite becoming Tottenham’s all time top scorer, Harry Kane is still yet to pick up a piece of silverware. Will this impact his legacy?
“You’re avin me on ref” – The abuse of referees in football
7th April 2023

“You’re avin me on ref” – The abuse of referees in football

Events at Old Trafford on Sunday must lead us to question whether football has an endemic problem with the abuse of referees.
The Hundred Draft revealed: Manchester Originals sign Wolvaardt, Wellington and Turner
25th March 2023

The Hundred Draft revealed: Manchester Originals sign Wolvaardt, Wellington and Turner

Manchester Originals adds to their men’s and women’s squads ahead of the 2023 edition of The Hundred.
“Quite possibly the greatest thing on Earth”: The run-down on Non-League football
20th March 2023

“Quite possibly the greatest thing on Earth”: The run-down on Non-League football

Despite the non-league element of the English game often being subjected to snobbery and low-level humour, Tom Woodcock uncovers why this part of football is in fact a hidden gem of the beautiful game
Formula 1 vs political statements: A cause for concern?
17th March 2023

Formula 1 vs political statements: A cause for concern?

F1’s political statement ban is causing a stir amongst drivers, with calls for a u-turn from the sports biggest stars.
Why you should join UoM’s Water Polo club
17th March 2023

Why you should join UoM’s Water Polo club

Get involved with this unique yet dynamic sport that caters to all abilities and interests.
Meet the MMA Society
17th March 2023

Meet the MMA Society

Practising mixed martial arts is both a humbling and empowering experience as you will face your limitations but be presented with the opportunity to push yourself to overcome them. If you’re a student, now is the perfect time to enrich yourself in such a way by joining the UoM MMA society.
Football Black List 2022 revealed: celebrating Marcus Rashford and Vincent Kompany amongst others
17th March 2023

Football Black List 2022 revealed: celebrating Marcus Rashford and Vincent Kompany amongst others

The Football Black List has selected inspirational black football figures in English football, including Marcus Rashford for their positive contribution towards the game
MMA: Why you should watch the fastest growing sport
28th February 2023

MMA: Why you should watch the fastest growing sport

MMA is the combat sport that has surged in popularity, entrancing fight fans all around the world. From the intricacy of the brutal blows, to the sheer drama of each round, MMA is a sight to see.

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Why do former private school pupils dominate university sports?
27th February 2023

Why do former private school pupils dominate university sports?

In the UK, there’s a systemic wealth divide in university sports. But where does this stem from? The Mancunion explores the legacy of sports growing up, with matches being gated rather than inclusive.
Endometriosis: The underappreciated health condition that impacts female footballers
17th February 2023

Endometriosis: The underappreciated health condition that impacts female footballers

There are various health conditions that impact female footballers, but not their male counterparts, meaning conditions such as Endometriosis have been significantly overlooked
Manchester Originals retain Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, and Sophie Ecclestone ahead of The Hundred 2023
16th February 2023

Manchester Originals retain Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, and Sophie Ecclestone ahead of The Hundred 2023

As Manchester Originals reveal their retention list, sign up today for priority access to see the world’s best cricketers at Emirates Old Trafford, with tickets starting as low as £10!
Four promotions in one season? Meet A Block Athletic
10th February 2023

Four promotions in one season? Meet A Block Athletic

Despite no funding or coaching, the team are outperforming the University 3s and are approaching the summit of campus league football.
Manchester triumphant with winning swim semester
6th February 2023

Manchester triumphant with winning swim semester

“We’re confident for the semester ahead” says Swim Team President after UoM’s swim team makes an undefeated splash so far this year
A game away: Spectating South Korea’s football culture
13th December 2022

A game away: Spectating South Korea’s football culture

I attended the Yonsei v KU derby in Seoul, along with 50,000 other fans. It couldn’t have been more different from BUCS.
“You might have heard there’s a football match on” – The build-up to the 2022 World Cup’s biggest showdown yet
10th December 2022

“You might have heard there’s a football match on” – The build-up to the 2022 World Cup’s biggest showdown yet

Southgate’s England take on reigning champions France this Saturday in a once-in-a-lifetime World Cup clash
The controversy continues: The OneLove armband U-turn
7th December 2022

The controversy continues: The OneLove armband U-turn

A look into the debate surrounding the Onelove armband controversy, highlighting the issues surrounding Qatar and its approach to LGBTQ+ rights.
No more heading the ball: The health hazards of the beautiful game
3rd December 2022

No more heading the ball: The health hazards of the beautiful game

Scotland is leading the way in responding to football related head injuries
Review: Tyrants running game continues to dominate
2nd December 2022

Review: Tyrants running game continues to dominate

Can the Manchester Tyrants keep up their good form? The Mancunion attends their latest match to find out