the purpose of the Sports Working Group (SWAG) is to ensure students are fairly represented within the Union, the University and involved in the decision making process for all things concerning sport. the group also guides and assists in the running of sporting events such as varsity, cougar chaos and sports awards. The SWAG meets monthly during term time to:

  • provide feedback on operational issues affecting the sports clubs
  • sit on all meetings concerning sport both in the Union and Uni
  • facilitate decisions made at sports AGM
  • Help support organise sport socials 

 

there are 6 roles within the committee, each of whom have a different remit.

  • chair - leads the committee and chairs all the meetings, sets the agenda and represents sports at union student council meetings and other union or university events
  • 3x Subgroup reps (BUCS, champions and recreational) - represents all the clubs within their subgroup. feeds back to the committee on any problems or concerns that these clubs face
  • inclusivity - ensures the practices of sports clubs are accessible for all students to take part in. work with the committee to create new ideas on how to increase student engagement in sports
  • events - organises sports wide events such as cougar chaos, TOUR, Sport Awards and Varsity. liaise with sports club on their participation in Union-wide sports events