Students at the university are this week preparing for Varsity 2014, which sees the university sports teams of Lincoln and Hull go head to head.

Cleverly named by student organisers, the ‘Humber games’ takes place on 16th February at the University of Hull.

Despite this being the first annual varsity with Hull University Union, students are confident they will live up to their 2013 win against the University of Derby.

Emily Wheal, 20, of the University of Lincoln’s women’s rugby team is hoping for victory this weekend. “I’m really looking forward to this year’s varsity. Last year I wasn’t part of a team but went along to watch anyway. I can’t wait to get more involved this year.” She said.

The sporting events start at 10.00am and continue throughout the day with the last event finishing at 6.00pm. Tickets are on sale now at the SU and online at www.lincolnsu.com/events/Varsity2014.

May the odds be ever in our favour.