Varsity Cup is the sporting event of the year here at the University of Portsmouth. Varsity sees Team University of Portsmouth take on the University of Southampton's sports clubs in as many sports as possible.
The rivalry between the two universities makes for an extremely exciting, action packed weekend of sport. Spectators are welcome to get behind our clubs and cheer them on.
The location of Varsity alternates each year between Portsmouth and Southampton. As we were the away team for Varsity 2025, we will be hosting in 2026.
As well as the main Varsity Cup vs Southampton, we also compete against the Royal Navy with our development teams. Fixtures against the Royal Navy don't count towards the main Varsity Cup scoring.
Current Varsity Scores
Last updated: Sunday 10 May 6.00pm
Portsmouth: 160
Southampton: 176
Varsity Fixtures
Find all of the Navy Varsity fixtures and scores on our events page. There is a separate cup for the Navy Varsity fixtures, and they don't count towards the main Varsity scoring.
| Fixture | Result |
|---|---|
| Rugby M1 | Portsmouth |
| Rugby W1 | Southampton |
| Equestrian Mix 1 | Portsmouth |
| Equestrian Mix 2 | Portsmouth |
| Men's Futsal 3 | Portsmouth |
| Men's Futsal 2 | Southampton |
| Men's Futsal 1 | Portsmouth |
| Women's Futsal 1 | Portsmouth |
| Sailing - Team Racing | Tie |
| Darts | Portsmouth |
| Fixture | Result |
|---|---|
| Netball Dev 2 | Southampton |
| Netball Dev 1 | Southampton |
| Netball (Purples) | Southampton |
| Ultimate Frisbee | Southampton |
| Golf 1s | Portsmouth |
| Golf 2s | Southampton |
| Fixture | Result |
|---|---|
| Basketball M2 | Southampton |
| Basketball W1 | Southampton |
| Basketball M1 | Portsmouth |
| Climbing (Female) | Southampton |
| Climbing (Open) | Southampton |
| Dodgeball M2 | Portsmouth |
| Dodgeball W1 | Tie |
| Dodgeball M1 | Portsmouth |
| Dodgeball Mix 1 | Portsmouth |
| Fencing M1 | Southampton |
| Fencing W1 | Portsmouth |
| Football M1 | Portsmouth |
| Lacrosse M1 | Portsmouth |
| Football W1 | Southampton |
| Football W2 | Portsmouth |
| Lacrosse Mixed 1 | Portsmouth |
| Lacrosse W1 | Southampton |
| Netball 4 | Portsmouth |
| Netball 3 | Portsmouth |
| Netball 2 | Portsmouth |
| Netball 1 | Portsmouth |
| Pool (Mixed) | TBC |
| Rugby M2 | Southampton |
| Squash (Female) | Southampton |
| Squash (Open) | Southampton |
| Swim (Female) | Southampton |
| Swim (Open) | Southampton |
| Taekwondo | TBC |
| Fixture | Result |
|---|---|
| Archery (Female) | Southampton |
| Archery (Open) | Southampton |
| Athletics (Female) | Southampton |
| Athletics (Open) | Portsmouth |
| Badminton M1 | Portsmouth |
| Badminton M2 | Portsmouth |
| Badminton W1 | Southampton |
| Women's Cricket | Portsmouth |
| Men's Cricket 3 | Portsmouth |
| Men's Cricket 2 | Southampton |
| Men's Cricket 1 | Portsmouth |
| Dance | Portsmouth |
| Football Dev 1 | Southampton |
| Football M4 | Portsmouth |
| Football M3 | Portsmouth |
| Football M2 | Southampton |
| Hockey M2 | Southampton |
| Hockey W2 | Southampton |
| Hockey M1 | Southampton |
| Hockey W1 | Southampton |
| Powerlifting | Southampton |
| Table Tennis M1 | Southampton |
| Tennis M1 | Southampton |
| Tennis M2 | Southampton |
| Tennis W1 | Portsmouth |
| Tennis W2 | Tie |
| Trampolining | Portsmouth |
| Volleyball M2 | Southampton |
| Volleyball W2 | Portsmouth |
| Volleyball W1 | Southampton |
| Volleyball M1 | Portsmouth |
Varsity tickets are available now from Ravelin Sports Centre
- Full weekend ticket: £12
- Limited edition T-shirt: £15
- Your T-shirt is an optional extra and doesn't give you access to any Varsity fixtures
If you purchased your ticket or bundle online, you can now collect your ticket or bundle from Ravelin Sports Centre.
- Spectator-only, single-day wristbands will be available from Ravelin Sports Centre in the week of the event. These tickets are for friends and family who only wish to spectate on one day of Varsity
What's included with your Varsity ticket?
£12 main sale tickets include:
- Entry to all Varsity fixtures, including Rugby opener and Navy Varsity
- Entry to Varsity Village
We also have a limited edition Varsity 2026 T-shirt available from Ravelin Sports Centre. Please note that the T-Shirt is separate from the tickets and does not give you access to fixtures.
Varsity Wristbands
Your Varsity wristband, included in the main ticket, will act as your entry to the event, so make sure you either wear it or bring it with you. Wristbands will be available for collection from Ravelin Sports Centre reception during the main week of Varsity. Make sure you have your ticket confirmation with you when you come to collect your wristband.
Varsity 2026 Key Dates
- Wednesday 22 April: Navy Varsity
- Wednesday 6 May: Men's and Women's Rugby 1st Teams (Havant Rugby Club)
- Wednesday 6 May: Men's and Women's Futsal (Ravelin Sports Centre)
- Wednesday 6 May: Darts (St. Paul's Sports Hall)
- Friday 8 May: Netball Development Teams (Langstone)
- Friday 8 May: Ultimate Frisbee (Ravelin Sports Centre)
- Saturday 9 May: Varsity Day One
- Sunday 10 May: Varsity Day Two
Varsity 2026 - Wednesday 6 May
Represent Team UoP, have fun and take on the University of Southampton.
Varsity 2026 - Friday 8 May
Represent Team UoP, have fun and take on the University of Southampton.
Varsity Cup 2026 Main Weekend
Represent Team UoP, have fun and take on the University of Southampton.
Welfare and Behaviour
We understand that at times, unique situations can arise and we want you to feel confident that we're here to stand by you and support your welfare every step of the way. Please, read this important information before attending Varsity 2026.
Why should you attend?
There are loads of reasons why Varsity is such a great and worthwhile event to attend.
- Access a whole day of exciting and competitive sport
- Get behind Team UOP and help to cheer them on
- Meet loads of like-minded people
- Feel part of something
- Experience an incredible atmosphere
Sports featured in Varsity
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Varsity sponsors
Carrington West
Our lead Team UOP sports club sponsor Carrington West is an award-winning, Portsmouth-based, technical recruitment company. Carrington West are the main partner of competitive sport at the University of Portsmouth.
The partnership sees Carrington West become the front of shirt sponsor for the University’s sports teams. Carrington West will also deliver educational seminars and workshops for students, ensuring that students get both on and off-the-field development opportunities, which is vital to their continued success in the graduate market.
Founded in 2011 Carrington West is experienced and successful in the recruitment community, providing high-calibre talent in the UK for highways, transport and infrastructure, town planning, water and environmental, utilities, power and telecoms, building and rail industries. They recruit interim, temporary and permanent professionals from entry to board level for private and public sector organisations.
FAQs
When is Portsmouth Varsity 2026?
Most Varsity fixtures are on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May 2026. Some sports have earlier fixtures, including Rugby, Futsal, Netball, Darts and Ultimate Frisbee
What is Varsity?
Varsity is our annual sports competition between the University of Portsmouth and Southampton University. The event has been running for almost 20 years. All fixture results are combined to determine the overall winner of the Varsity Cup.
Varsity also includes our Navy Varsity fixtures, where development teams from Team UOP take on the Royal Navy. Navy Varsity does not count towards the overall Varsity score.
How do I take part in Varsity?
Competing teams will be selected by team captains and coaches, similar to any other competition. Only members of Team UOP sports clubs are eligible to compete in Varsity, with the exception of Darts, Pool and Powerlifting, which are managed by the University of Portsmouth Students' Union.
What can I see and do at Varsity?
Portsmouth Varsity 2026 will feature over 100 fixtures and 30 sports. With Navy Varsity and fixtures in the build-up to the event in the main week of Varsity, and two full days of fixtures at the weekend, there will be loads of sporting action to watch. We also have Varsity Village, located next to Ravelin Sports Centre, where you can get food and drink during the main Varsity weekend (9-10 May).
Is there a Varsity after party?
University of Portsmouth and the Department of Sport and Recreation are not affiliated with any Varsity after party.