Sport Archive
30th September 2013
Frustrating start for Manchester’s men
Manchester men’s rugby union team preparation for the varsity took a hit with a defeat against the University of Nottingham at the Armitage centre. The match started brightly for Manchester, crossing the try line after a grubber through from Blyth, however, the ball was judged to have been knocked on over the line so the […]
30th September 2013
Armitage Centre renovated: ‘We wanted to create a world class venue.’
In 2002, the Armitage Centre was at the heart of the Commonwealth Games and it was seen as a highly valued asset for University of Manchester students. However, as the years went by, other facilities cropped up around the city to rival the Fallowfield sporting campus and students and the public alike became dissatisfied with […]
30th April 2013
Christie Cup swan song for netball teams
Leavers go out with a bang against Leeds and Liverpool
29th April 2013
As it happened: Rugby League Varsity – University of Salford vs University of Manchester
Welcome to our live coverage of the Manchester Rugby League Varsity.
28th April 2013
UoM cricket team prepare for 11th ‘Old Boys’ Day
UMCC to take on old guard at Sale CC
24th April 2013
The Christie Cup – As it happened
Welcome to our live coverage of the Christie Cup. It’s going to be a busy afternoon of sport, with 21 clubs in action today. Will Manchester be able to retain their crown?
11th April 2013
Manchester achieve fifth in Ultimate Frisbee nationals
Manchester step up to host the games at the last minute after weather threatens the tournament
20th March 2013
A week in the life of a student journalist
Cal Millar talks about working for the Mancunion, Fuse FM and Fuse TV
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20th March 2013
Perfect finish for Manchester lacrosse
Andrew Georgeson reports from the action at Timperley Sports Club as Manchester’s 2nds faced Lancaster
19th March 2013
Glory and disappointment on busy cup final day
Victories for women’s Netball and Football cap exceptional seasons, whilst Volleyball and Table Tennis fall at the final hurdle.
19th March 2013
Women’s Rugby look forward to first Trophy final
UMWRFC make history by partaking in a BUCS final for the first time.
12th March 2013
UoM dreaming of double after semi-final win
– University of Manchester 1-0 Newcastle University
– Manchester to face Birmingham in BUCS Trophy final
7th March 2013
A step too far for Manchester’s squash team
Manchester men’s 1st team bow out of the BUCS trophy with a 5-0 semi-final defeat to Birmingham
7th March 2013
Old Trafford added to Emirates catalogue
Lancashire’s home for 150 years is the latest stadium to welcome corporate sponsorship
7th March 2013
Touch rugby tour hits Manchester in style
Rugby begins its quest for an Olympic-style legacy
7th March 2013
Khan seeks redemption on home soil
Sheffield to host the ‘Return of the King’ as Khan fights Diaz in April
1st March 2013
BUCS Gatorade Nationals: Report
University of Manchester returns triumphant from 6,000-strong student games