SportBU is excited to announce a brand new event – Blues vs Yellows – designed to celebrate the outstanding sporting talents of our students and we want YOU to be part of the action! Whether you're an athlete, a fan, or someone who wants to cheer on their friends, this is an event you won't want to miss.
Team Blue will represent our Faculty of Science & Technology students and Bournemouth University Business School. Team Yellow will comprise our Faculty of Health & Social Sciences and Faculty of Media & Communication students.
The event will span several days across different locations, but the real highlight will take place on Wednesday 7 May at our Chapel Gate site. This day promises to be packed with excitement, energy, and a festival atmosphere. From thrilling sports competitions to tons of activities, food, music, and more, it's the perfect way to celebrate the spirit of sport!
What’s on offer?
- Non-stop sports action – Get ready for a day filled with thrilling sports action and cheer on players from TeamBU including American football, baseball, cheerleading, cricket, dance, football, hockey, lacrosse, netball, rugby and ultimate frisbee
- Food vendors and bars – There’s a whole range of food vendors on offer, whether you're in the mood for something sweet or savoury. You can also grab a drink at one of the bars
- Live music – Enjoy live performances throughout the day, setting the perfect vibe for this amazing event
- Giant games and giveaways – Get involved in giant outdoor games and be in with a chance to win exciting prizes in our giveaways
- Sports therapists – Take advantage of free advice and services from professional sports therapists, perfect for those of you training hard
- Postgraduate pathways – Explore future career opportunities with our sport-related postgraduate programs and find out how you can take your career to the next level.
Buy your ticket today
Tickets for this unmissable event are only £10, which covers both your entry and round-trip transportation to and from the Chapel Gate site.
This is more than just a day of sports – it's a chance to come together with your peers, celebrate everything we love about sport, and have an unforgettable day! Whether you’re there to support your fellow students, enjoy the festival vibe, or simply have some fun, there’s something for everyone.
Plus, with all the food, entertainment, and sports on offer, it’s the perfect way to unwind and take a break from your studies.
Buses depart from behind the Student Centre building at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm and 1.30pm. Join us at the SUBU Departure Lounge to get you in the spirit!
Head to Eventbrite to buy your ticket today.
Event schedule
- 12pm: American football, Cricket 2
- 12.30pm: Hockey women 2
- 1pm: Football men 2, Lacrosse men
- 1.30pm: Netball 2
- 2pm: Ultimate frisbee
- 2.30pm: Baseball/softball, Hockey men
- 3pm: Cricket 1, Netball 1
- 4pm: Football men 1, Hockey women 1, Rugby women
More sporting action
While the highlight of Blues vs Yellows is the event on 7 May, our talented and dedicated students will be competing in various competitions, including equestrian events, powerlifting, tennis, trampolining, golf and badminton.
If you're interested in joining a sports team, take a look at the huge range of activities available at SportBU and find out more today!