Varsity 2024 promised to be an exciting weekend of Netball between Cambridge and O*ford – and it did not disappoint. 5 teams competed in the main Varisty Programme, with the introduction of an exhibition Alumni match for the first time. The Robins won a nailbiting match 42-40, showing their tenacity and teamwork. The Wrens then continued their season of domination, crushing O*ford for the second time this season 40-20. Equally, the Swallows proved why they were unbeaten this season, pulling away from O*ford in the 2nd half of the match to win 48-34. The next day, a closely fought alumni match saw Cambridge just miss out on a win. Jays then fought a competitive match, leading the scoreline at half time, but unfortunately missed out on the win 33-35. Nevertheless, they played an amazing match and should be justifiably proud of themselves. Lastly the Blues took to the court, displaying the highest quality of Netball – again just missing out by 2 goals, 32-34. Their teamwork, communication, and dedication on court was sensational. Overall, Cambridge retained their Varsity Crown 3-2, and took home the trophy once again. We are proud of every single player who gave their absolute all, as well as all our supporters who waved flags, banners and shouted GDBO! Thank you to our Sponsors, Brown and Shipley, and Oxbow Partners for supporting our campaign this year – we look forward to trying to retain our crown in 2025. 

Cambridge vs O*ford 2023

The Netball Varsity Match is an annual match held between the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford. The Varsity Match will have three matches with the traditional Cambridge Blues vs. Oxford Blues match, the Cambridge Jays vs. Oxford Roos (2nds team match), the Cambridge Swallows vs. Oxford Emus (3rds team match) and the Cambridge Wrens vs. Oxford Koos (4th team match). In 2023 we will host the exciting debut Varsity match for the Robins against Oxford’s 4th team/ development squad.

This really will be the event of the season!

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