For some people, the intensity and commitment of university sport just isn’t their cup of tea and they would prefer a more casual sporting experience.

One of the best aspects of joining a university sports team has always been the social side of the clubs. Most teams have somewhere that they call home on a Wednesday evening, whether that is a pub, a bar or a club, socials are integral to the sporting experience at university.

The benefits of sports societies are often overlooked by students. It's understandable as people are often more concerned with settling in, making friends, focusing on their degree or drinking themselves silly.

Finding a ‘new normal’ for sport in the midst of a pandemic is an uncertain task. Universities have been left with the uphill challenge of finding a balance between keeping students safe whilst allowing them to play.