Punnett selects his side for Men’s Fencing

Men’s Fencing captain Grant Punnett has selected his squad to face off against Keele’s Fencers. Men’s Fencing has a 100% record against Keele in Varsity (one match, one win…but we won’t dwell over that, its still 100%) and this is a record Punnett will be keen to upkeep. Last year’s fencing squad thrashed Keele’s sword [...]

Fencing looking for revenge on Keele counterparts

After last year’s fencing event finishing on a knifes edge, with Keele scraping victory by just 6 points, this year’s Varsity squad will be looking to go that extra mile. Women’s captain Tegan Harris has named her squad to face Keele, and has identified Imogen Peacock as her best player, stating that she can perform [...]

Women’s Football squad named

Women’s football captain Sarah Thompson has named her Varsity squad and is hoping for the same success as last year’s team, who beat Keele 2-1. With that victory coming away from home, and this year’s Varsity being held at Staffs, Thompson is certain Staffs will take victory and is looking to key player Gina Wilkie [...]

Women’s basketball preliminary squad named

The preliminary squad for the Women’s basketball has been named and captain Carla Meijen believes her squad, which is the only one left in a cup competition in Staffs (semi final), have what it takes to beat Keele. “The team is an international mix of experienced players and players new to the game and is [...]

Malcolm expects win at the Dome

Men’s Basketball captain Malcolm Kandulu believes his team has what it takes to beat Keele in 4 weeks time. “Team Staffs have grown in strength from game to game since pre-season. “A combination of old and new players have created a winning combination and a noticeable international presence has brought a new aggressive and intimidating [...]

Revenge is on the cards for Netballers

After losing out 61-22 at last year’s Varsity, Staffordshire University’s netball team have a lot to prove this year. But with a squad boasting 5 first team players, and the promise of a large supporting home crowd, things could be very different this time round. Squad List Michelle Gibbs Laura Bevans Rachel Saunt Danielle Wood [...]

Men’s Hockey looking to edge it again

After a thrilling encounter at Keele last year, Staff’s Hockey edged out their opponents through penalty flicks after a 4-4 draw in normal time. With home advantage now on their side, this experienced Staffs side will be looking for a more comfortable winning margin this time round. For the fans cheering on the sides, keep [...]

Footballers looking to impress

Undoubtedly the biggest and most highly anticipated event of Varsity is Men’s Football which will be played in the evening of 11th March at Newcastle Towns Lime Valley Stadium. Last year’s event was a huge success, both on and off the pitch, as a massive crowd turned out to cheer our lads on to victory. [...]

Rugby Union looking to dominate once again

After last year’s comprehensive 25-5 thrashing of Keele, Staff’s students will be looking to the rugby team for more success in this year’s event. In a sport as tough as rugby, the players will be looking for strong performances from key players Sam Winchcoome and Daniel Needham to inspire them to victory. For the fans [...]

Women’s Hockey looking for revenge!

After a tight 2-1 loss at last year’s Varsity, Staff’s female hockey players are looking to use home advantage to get their own back as club chairperson Siobhan Cook names a squad mixing the experienced third year players with the younger up and coming players. Cook believes that with the exceptional leadership of captain Lisa [...]