The University of Pretoria is a haven for student sports enthusiasts who eagerly anticipate the upcoming clashes in the university space across various sporting codes. On the external front, the varsity leagues will be in full swing, and back home, the internal leagues are gearing up for another thrilling season.
PDBY has acquired the preliminary dates for the internal leagues, organised by the Student Sport Committee (SSC), to keep students up to date on all the sporting action within UP. The below information also includes the fees, if applicable, associated with participating.
Badminton
Preliminary league dates (Ladies): Tuesday, 4 March
Preliminary league dates (Men): Thursday, 7 March
Basketball
Preliminary league dates: 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, and 29 April
Cricket
Preliminary league dates: 7, 17, 14, 21, and 28 April
Football
Note: Football details will be disclosed at a later date.
Hockey
Preliminary league dates: 19, 20, 26, and 27 April; 10, 11, and 17 May
Netball
Preliminary league dates: 12 and 19 March; 9 and 23 April; 17 and 18 May
Rugby
Start date: 10 March
Squash
League 1 dates: 1–8 March
League 2 dates: 2–18 May
Fees: R75 per player
Tennis
League dates: 11 May, 13 August
Note: Tennis dates are subject to change
Volleyball
Preliminary league dates: 15, 16, 22, 23, and 27 August
Students can ensure they are at the forefront of the 2024 internal sports scene by participating in any of the above teams via their residences, day houses, faculty houses and societies. Keep a look out for communications on the respective structures’ social media pages or bulletins around campus. However, this information is not only for the players but also for the fans. PDBY encourages students to be the roar of the crowd and create the vibrant energy within UP’s fields and courts.
With anticipation building and teams preparing for the fierce battles ahead, the internal leagues are poised to deliver another year of intense competition and sporting prowess. So, whether you are looking to get in on the action as a player or a fan, you have the 411. Stay tuned for updates on football details and any adjustments to the tennis schedule as the sports community eagerly awaits the starting whistle.
