Welcome to BU Benchball!
About us!
We started Benchball Society because we feel there is a huge number of people who love playing sports and being active, but either lack the money, ability or confidence to try out for a TeamBU team. We wanted to create a place where people feel comfortable to turn up, play some fun games of benchball & meet new people! Of course with any sport there's always going to be a competitive element, but we really do want people to just turn up and have a laugh in a fun and inclusive group! And what better sport to choose but everyone's favourite primary school game, right?
What we do!
Weekly Sessions - We host twice weekly Benchball sessions, giving people two opportunities to play. These sessions involve a mix of mini tournaments, large full-hall games, dodgeball & other mini games!
Socials - We may not be a competitive sports team, but when it comes to socials we want to be a proper sports team! That means themed boozy socials and visiting a variety of classic Bournemouth student nights including Toast, Wyld Wednesday's and Lollipop. We usually go to the pub after our sessions too for those who would like to join us. Not a drinker? No worries, we will always strive to organise non-drinking centred socials and are always respectful and inclusive to our teetotal friends on nights out.
Annual Benchball Varsity - Whilst we are a non-competitive society and there are not enough benchball societies nationally to run a league throughout the academic year, we do have the opportunity to take part in the Annual Benchball Varsity, where we take on Birmingham, Exeter, Sheffield, Chichester & Lancaster University's for the title of national champions. In 2025, Varsity will be coming to Bournemouth for the very first time, and we'll be hosting a big weekend with a massive multi-uni social!
When, where & how much?
How much does it cost? - Membership prices are yet to be confirmed for 2024/25 - stay tuned!
Can I get a free taster? - Absolutely! Rather than running just one taster session at the start of the year that people are forced to attend if they wish to try for free, anyone who turns up will always get their first session for free before committing to buying their memberships.
When and where do we play? - Sessions take place at Slades Park Pavilion sports hall, every Sunday 3-4pm and every Thursday 7-8pm!
Meet the committee for 2024!
President - Owen Young
Communications - Han Yong Chong
Treasurer - Seth Harrington
Socials - Kaitlin Stunt & Rhys Green
Team Coach - Brennan Richmond
Inclusions - Kirsty Shefferd