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Baseball & Softball

Known informally as “The Pigeons”, the club was formed in 2021, and they are the only university Baseball and Softball Club in the northwest of England. Competing in Northern Tier 1, there will be 1 Baseball team, and 2 Softball teams entered for the 25-26 season. The softball teams play indoors and outdoors and for both sports, there is the opportunity to compete in the BUCS nationals at the National Baseball & Softball Centre at Farnham Park.

Coaching

Ian Blease

General manager of Liverpool Trojans. 20+ years' experience, U19 GB national squad.

Training

DayTimeVenue
Tuesday8-10pmUniversity Sports Arena
Thursday6-10pmUniversity Sports Arena
Sunday3-5pmUniversity Sports Arena

Free shuttle bus to Arena. Softball fixtures at weekend tournaments. Baseball fixtures Saturdays. BUCS nationals in Apr/May.

Venue

University Sports Arena (USA)Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre

Baseball: USA; Softball: Sir Tom Finney SC.

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Cricket

Training indoors throughout the winter, and competing in spring each year, the Cricket team plan to compete in BUCS from 26-27 season.

Swimming

Competitions for individuals and teams: 2 BUCS events per year (short course & long course). Regional galas throughout year. Opportunity to swim alongside future Olympians. Work with Preston Swim Club Masters for training and pool time.