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8 Mar 2010 09:50:14
Some of its finest teams will be heading out to represent the University of Bedfordshire on sports tour this Easter.
Lloretfest is hosting university sports teams from all over the UK from 5-11 April and is based in Lloret de Mar on the Costa Brava in Spain.
There will be 164 Bedfordshire students in total competing against other universities in rugby, volleyball, swimming, football, basketball, netball and hockey.
Ciaran O’Brien, the University of Bedfordshire Students’ Union (UBSU) student activities manager, said: “Sports tour is a great way for the students to celebrate the end of their sports season, and is a great opportunity to play against universities they may not usually meet in their own league seasons.
“Aside from the competitive aspect, it also provides a warm, friendly social environment for students to relax and have fun.”
Sports Travel International, the organisers of Lloretfest, ensures that the safety and security of students is maximised for all its tours.
Ciaran said: “The safety of our students is key, so we have tour reps, first aiders and Students’ Union staff members on hand at all times, to deal with any query or concern that may arise for the duration of the tour.”
The Students’ Union is also hosting its AU (Athletic Union) awards ceremonies in both Bedford and Luton at the end of April.
Ciaran said: “Sport at the University has seen a lot of developments in recent years, including the administration of recreational and competitive sport moving to the Students’ Union.
“The AU awards are an important way in which we recognise and reward student talent, hard work, success and commitment in sport.”
The awards ceremonies are at Bedford Corn Exchange on Friday, 23 April, and at the Menzies Strathmore Hotel in Luton on Friday, 30 April.
Guests of honour, including the University Registrar Dr Jim Franklin, will be presenting awards on the night.
