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Ultimate Frisbee at Leeds Varsity
Not particularly one for sport, I had no idea whether I would actually enjoy Leeds Varsity last Wednesday. I need not have worried, there is something about the buzz in the air that fuels the rivalry between Leeds’ universities which means even the least sporty of people can still enjoy it.
This was the first Leeds Varsity I’ve actually been to (despite having lived in Leeds during two others) and it was also very special as it was the first year Ultimate Frisbee was featured. Leeds Met Ultimate Frisbee team was only established last year, whereas the Leeds University team is significantly more established.
It was a brilliant game, and Leeds Met surpassed my expectations. Perhaps I should have had more faith in my team but I had heard such great things about Leeds Uni’s team. There were some spectacular plays, especially considering the wind and I am very positive about our chances in upcoming competitions. Hopefully we will get a chance to play Leeds Uni again later in the year after some more training sessions together.
I was also very proud of our supporters. While there were less of us than there were of Leeds Uni (we were on their pitches straight after their training session) we still managed to make the most noise while remaining spirited.
Again, my photography skills may be called into question, as this is the only reasonable picture I actually have from the day, but hopefully James, our resident team photographer, will be able to supply us with more later.
We now have a very exciting weekend as the team set off to Manchester to play in a beginner’s tournament! It will be a chance for our newer players to get a good feel of the game that we all love and the community associated with Ultimate Frisbee.
Update: James has now put up his significantly better photography, view it on his Facebook page.
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- Leeds Varsity Match 2011! (thestudentchannel.wordpress.com)
- Leeds Met triumph in Varisty showdown (leedsmet.ac.uk)
Freshers’ Fair
Freshers' Fair Stand
Here is a picture of a few of the Leeds Met Ultimate Frisbee team setting up our stand at the AU Freshers’ Fair. Unfortunately I can’t find my camera so I do not have a picture of the stand all set up.
We were present at both of Leeds Met’s Freshers’ fairs last week and they were very busy, intense days. Having said this, it was great fun and we had a lot of interest in the Ultimate Frisbee team.
It is only the second year of the team but we have high hopes and are looking forward to playing in lots of tournaments, competing hard and having lots of fun.
We welcome all level of players from complete novice to world champion and any for Leeds Met students interested in trying out the sport we have a FREE taster session on Saturday 01 October in the Green Sports Hall on the Headingley campus. Alternatively turn up to any training session, join the Facebook group for details.
Update: Found the camera, here is our very squished stand at the City Centre campus.
Tight squeeze at City Campus Freshers' Fair
Related articles
- Things to Know About Playing Ultimate Frisbee (blogcritics.org)
- Freshers’ Week: Playing away from home (independent.co.uk)
- Leeds Metropolitan University Societies- Get involved now! (thestudentchannel.wordpress.com)
Touch of Jazz
When Wednesday night hits student Leeds there tends to only be one question, Oceana or O2! However every so often something just that bit different is required and this is how my friend and I ended up enjoying an evening of jazz at The New Conservatory.
If you see the signs outside the venue you would know Wednesday is jazz night, but I found out about the event through word of mouth which I expect is how the majority of the crowd are aware of it. They are mostly made up of students from the local music college and local jazz musicians and enthusiasts. The passion they have for the music genre results in a buzzing, yet chilled out atmosphere where personally I cannot keep a smile off my face.
As the night encourages the audience to come up and play their own jazz this results in a fantastic variety of talented musicians eager to share their enthusiasm for the music. The brilliance of the night is that you get to hear some amazing music that will truly make you just stop and listen.
The venue itself is not so important and yet it is simply stunning. Set below ground level it feels light and airy. The furniture is well-distributed to make feel sociable and comfortable. They offer a range of food although I am unsure at what time they stop serving. Again I pay little attention to the drinks enjoying a Coke at £1.60 a go, but there is a good variety of wines and spirits to suit all tastes.
The night is something different to my usual evening but both my friend and I had a fantastic time and I would highly recommend it as something different to try!
