Winter is upon us, bringing with it the much-anticipated University Sport South Africa (USSA) tournaments. All over the nation student-athletes are gearing up to participate in a range of exciting sports competitions, from basketball 3×3 to badminton, squash, volleyball, hockey, and rugby 15s.
Basketball 3×3 on Home Ground
The basketball 3×3 tournament requires a special notice, as this set of the competition will be taking place on our very own campus. This announcement came on the heels of UP-Tuks athletes’ remarkable success in the previous USSA competition across various sporting codes.
Impressive Performance at the Summer Edition
In December 2023, UP-Tuks athletes closed out the year with an impressive five USSA Championships titles. Notably, the TuksRoadRunning contingent dominated the USSA Cross Country Championships in Bloemfontein, clinching a total of nine medals, including four gold, two silver, and three bronze.
The momentum continued across various sports disciplines, with the TuksFootball Women’s and Men’s teams emerging victorious in their respective competitions. Cricket also witnessed UP-Tuks’ dominance as the cricket team claimed the coveted title of USSA Champions by defeating Northwest University in a thrilling final held in Cape Town.
The basketball court saw stellar performances from the TuksBasketball Women’s team, securing victory in the USSA 3×3 Basketball tournament. Meanwhile, their male counterparts finished third.
In water polo, the UP teams displayed commendable resilience and skills. The TuksWaterpolo Women’s team achieved an admirable runner-up position, while the men’s team secured a third-place finish.
So, with these incredible results UP has set a personal bar for the upcoming USSA Championships in a number of sporting codes. As they prepare to participate in this year’s championships, we root for their continued success and look forward to witnessing positive results.