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Bristol universities go head-to-head for rugby showdown

Press release issued: 2 May 2007

The postponed Rugby Varsity match between Bristol University and the University of the West of England will take place tomorrow night [Wednesday 2 May] at the Memorial Stadium.

The postponed Rugby Varsity match between Bristol University and the University of the West of England will take place tomorrow night [Wednesday 2 May] at the Memorial Stadium.

All the money raised from the event will go to local charities and it is hoped that this year will improve on last year’s grand total of £9,000.

Bristol University’s teams will be looking to repeat the success of last year, when the men defeated UWE for the fourth time in five years in a 35-14, eight try thriller. The women will be looking to keep hold of the trophy they recaptured last year with an impressive 15-0 victory.

The Varsity match has been an annual event for both universities since 1992 and usually attracts crowds of over 3,000.

Tom Noble, Athletic Union (AU) Chair, University of Bristol, said: “The Rugby Varsity event is quite possible the highlight of our sporting calendar and is a great opportunity to get caught up in the rivalry between the two Bristol universities. This year will undoubtedly produce another pair of exciting matches and once again keep the spectators on the edge of their seats. I personally can’t wait to feel the atmosphere inside the stadium.

“We look forward to welcoming all visitors and hope that we can make this event one that both universities and the city as a whole can be proud of. It would be great if we can once again do the double and showcase Bristol University’s rugby pedigree!”

Tickets cost £5 in advance and are available from the AU office, Students’ Union, Queen’s Road, the Union Shops, Queen’s Road and Stoke Bishop, and members of both university rugby clubs.

There will be a free coach service to the match (only) from Churchill, Stoke Bishop at 5 pm and the Students’ Union, Queen’s Road at 5 pm.

The women’s match kicks off at 6 pm and the men’s match at 7.30 pm

Gates open for the Rugby Varsity match, The Memorial Stadium, Filton Avenue, Bristol, at 5 pm with the first match getting underway at 6 pm.

Rugby Varsity match results:

Women:                                                                                                                                                           UWE 14- 0 Bristol                                                                                                                                                

Men:                                                                                                                                                              Bristol 28- 16 UWE

                                                                                                                                                                 

Further information

Please contact Tom Noble for further information.
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