Current Live Scores
Lancaster - York
Welcome
Firstly I want to say welcome to everyone to Roses 2011. Roses is just around the corner and all the plans for the event have been getting very exciting. Everyone involved in the tournament have already put in so much work and I know their hard work will pay off.
Roses is one of the biggest intervarsity competitions in Europe and this year York are hosting the spectacular event and we have pulled out all the stops to put on a great show. I know for so many students, from both Universities, this is the highlight of their year and something that gives them lasting memories.
With York having taken the edge over the last few years, and Lancaster snatching a win back last year, no doubt both sides will be battling hard to claim victory. With everyone so passionate and determined to do the best for their teams, which will only lead to an even more fantastic competition.
I want to say a massive thank you to all the competitors who will be battling it out over the weekend and who always add such passion and pride to the event. I know that each and every player will be putting in 100% to do their University proud.
May the best team win!
The Scene
Tiddlywinks not your thing? Roses is about more than just sport. We'll be invading York for one big Rose's Rave, come and enjoy!
Friday
Opening Ceremony For the first time in the tournament's illustrious history one fixture, Rugby Men's 1sts, will be hosted in a local stadium: Huntington Stadium. With an expected crowd of 2500 plus entertainment this is set to be the perfect stage for the Opening Ceremony.
Once you have purchased your 'Opening Ceremony' ticket, your free Roses 2011 t-shirt can be collected from Week 2 at the YUSU Reception, The Student Centre. Transport to the stadium will be provided outside The Student Centre from 6pm.
£4.50 Standing ticket
£5.50 Seated ticket
Available at: www.yusu.org/shop
Opening ceremony tickets will also be available from week 1 at The Studio, Your Shop and the York Sport Committee.
Sunday
Closing Ceremony The closing ceremony is a great event to round up an exciting weekend. University Senior Management, fans, organisers and players alike come together to celebrate the weekend's winners. With trophies per sport, and the unveiling of the new Ernst & Young Player of the Tournament trophy, the Closing Ceremony will prove to be quite the spectacle. Then, after performances from Capoeira and the ISA, the prize of the weekend is awarded; the James Carter Trophy will be lifted for the 47th time.
After Party Vodka Revolution will host the official Roses after party from 10pm-3am. Themed with Roses branding this is your chance to celebrate the sporting weekend with all the teams, and bespoke drink deals! Qjumps are available to buy at the Pavilion on 22 acres on Saturday and Sunday or from the Courtyard.