This is Your

UCFB Athletic Union

Getting to Know Your

Athletic Union

Sport is at the heart of the UCFB experience. Whether you’re pursuing elite-level competition, looking to stay active recreationally, or eager to be part of a vibrant sporting community, UCFB offers opportunities for all students to engage in sport alongside their studies.

We have teams across both campuses for male and female students, including football, rugby, netball, cricket, darts, and basketball, with more sports being added all the time.

Your Sport Journey

Starts Here

Getting involved in sport can enhance every aspect of student life at UCFB. Discover how the Athletic Union can help you develop valuable skills, build lasting friendships, improve your wellbeing, gain industry experience and create memories that last beyond graduation.

Combine academic study with football development through structured training led by UEFA and FA-licensed coaches.

Compete at a high level in university sport, with opportunities to represent UCFB in BUCS leagues and tournaments.

Stay active and improve wellbeing through a variety of recreational sports, fitness activities and social sport opportunities.

Develop lifelong friendships and a strong sense of community by engaging with fellow students through sport and active lifestyles.

Gain valuable employability skills through leadership, teamwork, communication and event participation.

Access opportunities beyond playing, including media, filming, reporting and matchday operations that enhance professional experience.

Take part regardless of ability level, with opportunities ranging from elite competition to casual participation.

Help shape the sporting offer by suggesting new activities and sports to broaden opportunities for the student community.

Get Involved

UCFB Sports Trials

Want to be part of our sport teams? This is your time to shine!

Using the links below sign up for our 26/27 sports team trials. Please note trials will run for three weeks and new dates will be available after each week. Follow our UCFB_Sport Instagram page to be up to date.

UCFB Sport IG

UCFB Wembley

UCFB Manchester

Monday 7th September

Tuesday 15th & Wednesday 16th September

Wednesday 16th September

Play with Pride

Competitive Sport and BUCS

Students can represent UCFB across a range of sports through our Competitive Teams Programme (CTP) or Individual Athlete Program (IAP). Many of our teams and athletes compete in British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) competitions, the UK’s leading university sports competition framework. While others compete in more local leagues or through other organisations. Teams are available for both male and female students, with opportunities continuing to grow across our campuses.

The UCFB Football Academy allows aspiring players to combine their degree studies with high-quality football training. Led by UEFA and FA-licensed coaches, the academy supports student-athletes in developing their skills within a competitive environment while preparing for future careers both on and off the pitch. Available at both UK campuses, the Men’s and Women’s academies provide a pathway for talented players to continue their football development alongside higher education.

Get in touch with the team at your campus below:

Sport Wembley

Sport Manchester

Get a Prospectus

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Be Part of UCFB’s Sporting Community

At UCFB, sport is about more than competition. Whether you’re aiming to represent your campus in competitive fixtures or simply looking to stay active and meet new people, there are opportunities for every student to get involved. Through sport, you can develop valuable leadership, teamwork and communication skills, build lasting friendships, boost your wellbeing and become part of a vibrant sporting community.

Competitive Sports Teams

Football
Rugby
Netball
Cricket
Darts
Futsal
Basketball
Golf

UCFBe Active

For students who want to stay active and meet new people, UCFBe Active offers a range of recreational sports, fitness sessions and intramural competitions throughout the academic year. With opportunities for all abilities to participate, it’s an inclusive way to enjoy sport alongside your studies.