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A Word from Our Editors: 4 Reasons to Join King’s Sports This Year

Credit to: ROAR News

This piece was published in the September 2026 print edition of Roar News.

A Sport for Everyone – Abyan

“Supporting King’s sports teams competing at the highest level is a part of the Red pride. However, that does not mean that sporting activities at King’s are only for those who can compete at the highest level. Based on popularity, King’s offers different types of sports clubs: they have varying levels of competitive teams in addition to recreational teams. They provide everyone with a chance to experience King’s unique sporting community, whilst also allowing beginners to participate right from the jump and train alongside experienced players.”

Unforgettable Events and Deep Tradition – Joel

“Sports at King’s is about far more than match days and scorelines. It is also about being a part of a larger community, marked by lifelong friendships forged through early-morning training and high-stakes competition. This deep sporting tradition is something that many have taken immense pride in, as generations of students have given their all in the fight for their batch. You will get a chance to participate in riveting events such as the Varsity series and impactful competitions like King’s charity matches. These opportunities will give you a platform to push your physical limits while representing your community with pride. Having personally experienced this myself, I can confidently say that I wouldn’t trade it for anything!”

Network of Friends for Life – John

“A major part of everyone’s lives is shaped, developed or altered within a community. As part of a King’s sporting community, you will have the opportunity to participate in a vibrant new community. Regardless of the team or teams you decide to join, everyone gets the chance to forge new friendships, train together and significantly expand their networking potential, both at King’s and at other major universities nationwide. These communities provide a foundation not only for athletic development, but also for lasting personal connections and professional opportunities that will extend beyond your tenure at university.”

Personal Development – Richan

“Sports doesn’t just help you physically: it helps you develop as a person. Being part of a sports team requires you to balance your academics with your training, with most teams training and competing several times a week. Whilst building time management and discipline, it also helps bring a sense of confidence, knowing that you have a team of like-minded individuals supporting you. Moreover, participating in sports may even reap future rewards after your university life, with many top employers valuing various skills that come with sports.”

If you’re still on the fence, take the leap, join today, and find your place in the King’s family!

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