Glasgow University Sports Association round-up
A number of events were recently hosted by GUSA sports clubs, with notable support from our alumni. The relationship between past and present members of GUSA is stronger than ever, and our network of sporting alumni continues to grow.
In October, both the men’s and women’s hockey clubs hosted their 110th anniversary weekend. Many alumni turned out to give their support at the men’s and women’s 1st XI matches, which were followed by a black tie dinner at the Hilton Grosvenor in celebration of both clubs. The weekend gave current members and alumni a chance to catch up with old friends, meet new friends and relive the glory days.
The annual GUSA/GUAC (Glasgow University Athletics Club) 1881 Dinner offered another reunion for past and present GUSA Council members in November. Hosted in the Glasgow University Union, over 30 GUSA/GUAC Council alumni were welcomed back for a night of entertainment and reminiscing. The next reunion, on 3 November 2018, will be attended for the first time by Anne Blythe, the first female GUAC president (1974–5).
Glasgow University Boat Club also celebrated a milestone 150th anniversary in 2017, and invited alumni back from across the globe for a grand reunion weekend. A total of 118 attendees were present at the 150th Anniversary Ball on 18 November, hosted at the Trades Hall of Glasgow. The weekend provided both current members and alumni with an opportunity to share fond memories, as well as recognise the success of the club over the past century and a half. Our front cover picture shows a crew made up of alumni and current members of the club.
The annual GUSA Ball took place on 3 February 2018, and a number of alumni were welcomed back, many of whom received awards for their sporting contributions and achievements. The night was a way for students and staff involved in sport at the University to celebrate yet another year of sporting success, and the attendance of GUSA alumni every year at this and all our events makes them even more special.
