Year in Review: Celebrating Success at 116th Blues Awards

As the academic year wraps up, over 170 guests enjoyed a wonderful evening at the 116th Annual Blues Awards on Tuesday, October 29, at the National Wine Centre, celebrating the remarkable achievements of our AU Sport clubs and athletes. We proudly awarded three exceptional AU Sport clubs as 'Clubs of the Year,' while also awarding, Service to AU Sport, Volunteer of the Year, and Coach of the Year (Elite & Development).

Sports Week & 16th Annual VC Cup Wrap-Up: Celebrating Competition, Community, and Victory

Last week, Adelaide University Sport and Fitness hosted an action-packed Sports Week now in its second year of its extended version, culminating in the 16th annual Vice-Chancellor's Cup. Staff and students from across faculties and divisions came together for five days of spirited interfaculty competition, showcasing teamwork, athleticism, and a strong sense of community.

Nominees announced for the 116th Annual Blues Awards…

Adelaide University Sport and Fitness is excited to confirm the nominees for the 116th Annual Blues Awards, set to take place on Tuesday, 29 October 2024. Nominations have now been announced for the following awards: Patron’s Cup, Jessop Shield, Bennett Shield, Coach of the Year and Volunteer of the year (Non-student).

Adelaide University Fitness Hub to Host Showcase Event

On Monday, October 14 from 12-2pm, Adelaide University Sport and Fitness will unveil its brand-new Fitness Hub at a special showcase event, highlighting the new facilities designed to enhance athletic performance and recovery. Located on Level 4, Union House (above the UniBar) at the North Terrace University of Adelaide campus, the new gym is poised to become a central hub for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.

Excitement Builds for Sports Week and the 16th Annual Vice-Chancellor's Cup 2024!

Adelaide University Sport and Fitness is set to host its highly anticipated Sports Week and the 16th Annual Vice-Chancellor’s (VC) Cup from October 14 - 18, 2024, at the University of Adelaide North Terrace Campus. This year’s event promises a week filled with dynamic sports and activities, culminating in the exhilarating VC Cup—the race that stops the campus!

Four Alumni Shine at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Four young University of Adelaide alumni made the Paris 2024 Olympics team, including Maeve Plouffe (Marine Biology and Law) and Sophie Edwards (Health and Medical Sciences) in women’s cycling. Both aimed to build on their gold medal success from the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. For Maeve, this was her second Olympics, while Sophie made her debut. They finished an impressive 7th in the women’s team pursuit finals—an outstanding achievement!

Celebrating Success at the 2024 Indigenous Nationals

We take great pride in celebrating our journey at the 2024 Indigenous Nationals, hosted by the University of Wollongong from 23-27 June. The Indigenous Nationals are a week-long multi-sport competition for indigenous student-athletes. The annual event aims to bring together student-athletes from universities across Australia to compete in a variety of sports and ultimately crown one university team the champion of the games. It's an amazing environment to not only celebrate the rich sporting cul
Indigenous Nationals Athletes

Play with Pride Brunch: A Milestone Event for Inclusion in Sports

Thursday, June 27, 2024, marked a significant milestone as we held our inaugural Play with Pride Brunch, presented in collaboration with The University of Adelaide. Hosted by the amazing Jarrod Walsh at the SkyCity Ballroom, the event was a huge success, showcasing the power of sport to promote inclusion and celebrate diversity. The supportive atmosphere brought together community members, athletes, allies, and artists to share stories and discuss ways to enhance LGBTIQA+ inclusion in sports.

Play with Pride Brunch Speaker Line up

Adelaide University Sport and Fitness (AUSF), in collaboration with the University of Adelaide, are excited to announce an inspiring line-up of speakers at the inaugural ‘Play with Pride Brunch’, scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 27, from 9:30am – 11:30am at the stunning SkyCity Ballroom in Adelaide. This event aims to unite athletes, advocates, and allies to celebrate LGBTIQA+ representation in sports.
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Scholarship Recipients 2024

Adelaide University Sport and Fitness are proud to announce the following scholarship recipients for 2024...

Adelaide University Sport and Fitness, People’s Choice Credit Union Scholarships for 2024

We are pleased to announce the recipients of the Adelaide University Sport and Fitness, People’s Choice Credit Union Scholarships for 2024! Sponsored by People’s Choice Credit Union, these scholarships, totaling three awards of $1,000 each, are dedicated to empowering University of Adelaide students in their pursuit of academic excellence and athletic endeavours.

The NEW North Tce Fitness Hub Opens on May 6!

Please note that in preparation for this exciting transition, the current North Terrace, Level 5 Union House Fitness Hub will be CLOSED from Thursday, May 2 to Sunday, May 5. During this time, we'll be relocating equipment and making the necessary arrangements to ensure a seamless transition to our new space. Doors open to the NEW Fitness Hub on Monday, May 6.
Fitness Hub On-Campus