Representative Sport

ANU avidly supports student involvement in University Representative Sport.

ANU students are eligible to represent the university at tertiary level at State, National and World Games or Championships.

The main University Sport event in 2008 will be the Australian University Games (AUGs). There will also be numerous championship events throughout the year.

University Sport is a great way to become more involved in sport at ANU. It’s all about taking a break from the stresses of uni, meeting new people and competing in a sport that you love.

Most of the sports played at the University Games have a tryout period run by the appropriate ANU club, prior to the games. Information on these tryout sessions can be found on the club notice boards in the ANU Sport and Rec Centre.

For more information on the Australian University Games, keep an eye out here.

To become involved in University Sport in 2008, contact the appropriate club or contact us on 6125 8381 or at sport@anu.edu.au.

Australian Univeristy Sport Challenges

East Coast Challenge

The 2008 East Coast Challenge, to be held in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, is an exciting new development for University Sport in Australia. Hosted in partnership with Macquarie University, the event will offer both a competitive environment and action packed social atmosphere.

The Challenge will be held in the early July (6th-9th) with 11 Sports being contested, including; Badminton, Basketball, Football{Soccer}, Hockey, Lawn Bowls, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Touch Football, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Waterpolo fast 5's.

Gold Coast Challenge

Australian University Sport is proud to announce the Gold Coast as the host of the 2008 Gold Coast Challenge. The event aims to promote and increase student participation in activities through non-traditional sports, therefore emphasising the social and interactive side of such participation. Set in 'Australia's Playground' a number of events utilise the Gold Coast beaches and sporting venues along the Coast, thus, the event is sure to offer students a week of sun, surf, sport and plenty of socialising!

The Challenge will be held in the early July (6th - 9th) with 11 Sports being contested; Water Polo, Surfing, Lawn Bowls, Mountain Biking, Indoor Soccer, Indoor Netball, Indoor Cricket, Beach Ultimate Frisbee, Beach Touch and Beach Volleyball.

The South Challenge

The South Challenge is the new and exciting development for University Sport within Victoria.

The Challenge will be held in early July (6th - 11th) with 9 Sports being contested, including; Australian Rules Football, Basketball, Lawn Bowls, Netball, Soccer, Tennis, Touch, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

Australian University Games (AUGs)

The 2008 Australian University Games will be held from the 28th Septmeber - 3rd of October in Melbourne, with 28 sports being contested. Unlike previous years where competitors were required to qualify for the national event through regional games, this years event is open to all competitors and will have separate competitive and social divisions.

Participants will be able to compete in: Athletics, Australian Rules Football, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Cross Country, Cycling, Fencing, Golf, Handball, Hockey, Judo, Kendo, Lawn bowls, Netball, Rowing, Rugby Union 7's, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Tennis, Ten Pin Bowling, Touch, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Water Polo. 

Australian University Snow Sport Championships

Each year Australian University Sport (AUS) hosts the Australian University Snow Sport Championships. This year the event will be hosted at Mt Buller, Victoria from 31st August to the 4th of September. Events held include; snow board, alpine skiing, cross country and freestyle. To register your interest, please email alex.sumpter@anu.edu.au

Alternatively, for more information on all events run by Australian University Sport, please click here http://www.unigames.com.au.