BUCS Big Wednesday is one of the biggest events in British university sport, serving as the finals day for various BUCS team competitions. The best university teams from across the UK compete for National Championship and Trophy titles, making it a true showcase of elite student sport.
This year, the event was held at Loughborough, and Brunel had three teams competing in the finals:
American Football (Trophy Final)
Women’s Rugby Union 1st Team (Trophy Final)
Women’s Rugby Union 2nd Team (Vase Final)
American Football – Trophy Champions!
Brunel’s American Football team kicked off the proceedings in a tense showdown against Northumbria. In a tightly contested match, they emerged victorious with a 24-12 win, capping off an impressive playoff run. Alongside their BUCS Trophy, they also secured promotion to the Premiership South, a milestone achievement eight years in the making.
Women’s Rugby Union 2nd Team – Vase Runners-Up
In their second-ever season, the Women’s 2nd team took on Manchester Met University in the Vase Final. Despite a valiant effort, they fell just short in a 19-15 loss. Although finishing as runners-up, the team can take immense pride in their achievements, having made it to the final in just their second year of competition.
Women’s Rugby Union 1st Team – Trophy Winners & Unbeaten Season!
Brunel’s Women’s 1st team faced Newcastle in a rematch of the Super Rugby playoff and once again came out on top, securing a 39-19 victory. This win sealed an unbeaten season, with the team claiming league and cup trophies and earning promotion to the highest tier of university rugby.
A massive congratulations to all the teams for their incredible performances and representing Brunel at the highest level!