Event Guide

Accepted Entries

The following teams have entered and been accepted into the event:

Chester 1

Chester 2

East Anglia 1

Loughborough 1

Derby 1

Lincoln 1

Lincoln 2

Nottingham Trent 2

Nottingham Trent 1

Northampton 1

Individuals have until Tuesday 18 March 2025 to enter their team, in order to be eligible to compete at the event. Institution administrators then have a further 48 hours to approve any entries, but please be aware no further entries can be made after 18 March 2025 at 23:59pm.

Schedule and Format

Please see the Google Sheets Link here for the schedule, which will be updated as the day progresses.

  • The 10 Teams will be split into 2 Pools of 5 Teams
  • Teams will play all teams in their Pool during the morning games
  • The top 2 teams in each Pool will advance to the semi-finals

On the Day Timings

On the Day Timings

Registration & Arrival Time

08:45

Captain’s briefing

09:00

First Game Starts

09:30

Presentation Ceremony 

4:00

Event Closing time

4:15

Teamsheets

Players must be added to teams on the BUCS Play system by 23:59 on Tuesday 18th March 2025.  The squad size is a maximum of 15 and minimum of 6.  No more than 9 players may be on the field at any one time and no more than 5 males on the field at any one time.

On the day Team Captains will have to name their batting order to umpires before each match.

Umpires

Umpires will be provided by Rounders England and will have a minimum qualification of Level 2 on the umpire pathway.

Rules & Regulations

The rules and regulations can be found here.

Playing Surface

All games will be played on grass surfaces.  Football studs can be worn.

Withdrawals

To withdraw from the event, please contact your Institution Administrator who should inform the event lead. Entries withdrawn after the team entry closing date of Thursday 13th March 2025 at 23:59pm will still be charged the full entry fee.

Please see REG 7.9 for our full withdrawal policy.

Venue Details

VENUE

Leicester University Playing Fields

Stoughton Road

Oadby

Leicester

LE2 4FS

PARKING

Parking is free at the venue.  There are plenty of spaces including spaces for coaches/minibuses. See below for a map of the site:

CHANGING FACILITIES / DISABILITY ACCESS

There are numerous changing rooms at the venue.

Food and Drink

There are vending machines at the venue. There are plenty of shops within walking distance, including a large ASDA supermarket 5 minutes away.

Photography and Videography

Anyone wishing to take photos or video at this event must complete the BUCS Media Accreditation Form prior to the event.

Safeguarding at BUCS Events

BUCS’ mission is to provide exceptional student sporting experiences that inspire, develop and unite.

Critical to our success is our commitment to always providing safe, friendly and enjoyable environments for all participants. Whether competing, coaching, officiating, volunteering, working or spectating at these events, the welfare of all is critical to our mission.

To find out more or report a concern, please click here.