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Stellenbosch University makes history with inaugural varsity esport triumph

Championships 20 February 2026

“Maties” Esport have etched their name into South African Varsity Sport history, emerging as the inaugural champions of the Varsity Esport tournament. In the FISU world, Stellenbosch University (SU) is currently linked with the FISU University World Championship Rugby Sevens that they will host from 4-6 September this year. But rugby is far from being […]

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Check out the 2026 FISU World University Championships calendar

Championships 3 June 2025

Don’t miss out on any of the action next year with 20 competitions in 17 countries. As we prepare for the next FISU World University Championships season, we are pleased to share the official 2026 FISU Championships calendar. The dates indicated refer to the competition period and the delegations should plan to arrive three days […]

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An insights and tip-filled FISU World University Championships seminar

Beach Volleyball 9 May 2025

The 2026 FISU World University Championship season is already well on the way, with 20 organising committees in 17 countries already busy creating logos, defining schedules and generally building their event step by step. 17 of them from 15 countries travelled to FISU headquarters for the traditional three day seminar. “There is nothing like meeting […]

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FISU Executive Committee attributes 2026 FISU Championships to host cities worldwide

Championships 10 February 2025

The FISU Executive Committee, under the leadership of Secretary General and CEO Matthias Remund, has officially assigned the host cities for the 2026 FISU World University Championships. The announcement took place during a key meeting on 12 January 2025, marking an important milestone in the preparation for these university sports competitions. The following cities, countries […]

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South African speedster Anele Mgwazela "loves, breathes and eats rugby"

Championships 27 September 2024

The enthusiastic education student and rugby sevens athlete looks back on her promising career so far. You may have caught a glimpse of rising South African Rugby Sevens star Anele Mgwazela at the FISU World University Championship Rugby Sevens in Aix Marseille Provence at the beginning of the summer? Find out more about this talented […]

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The French triumph on home turf

Championships 13 June 2024

After several missed attempts, “Les Bleus” beat South Africa 22-15 to win the men’s tournament. Japan defeated Canada 21-12 in the women’s final of the Aix Marseille Provence 2024 FISU World University Championship Rugby Sevens. The Aix Marseille Provence 2024 FISU World University Championship Rugby Sevens provided its fair share of sweat, surprises and smiles […]