Sport
Welcome to the home of Huish Sport! Come and be part of the Green Army!
Our staff are passionate about the benefits sport, training and physical activity provide and are here to offer all students the opportunity to access high quality coaching and modern facilities!
Whatever you study, your timetable can be designed to allow you to participate in Huish Sport EnRICH.
- Huish Sport Active offers flexibility for those looking to have some fun and stay active!
- Huish Sport Extra is for dedicated sportspersons looking to compete regularly and develop their skills!
- Huish Tigers Academy offers a performance pathway in Basketball and Rugby.
Huish will match the commitment you make to sport and help you balance your sporting and academic goals.
Both Huish teams and individuals achieve significant success and recognition at county, regional and national level. Team fixtures predominantly take place on Wednesday afternoons.
The main team sports we offer are Football, Rugby, Basketball, Netball and Hockey. To find out more about all our sports visit our Sports page.
Huish has partnerships with Bristol Bears, Huish Tigers and Somerset Cricket Foundation.
Huish will also work to support athletes who compete in alternative sports outside of Huish.
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- Huish Sport Extra
- Huish Tigers Academy
- Somerset Cricket Foundation
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Huish Sport Active
If you want to play sport just for fun you will find plenty of activities you can try without prior experience and without commitment.
Huish Sport Active includes yoga, table tennis, boccia, 3v3 basketball, badminton, volleyball and self defence classes, to name just a few.
These fun sessions can be a great way to fill gaps in your timetable, meet new people and to stay active. There are optional competition outlets.
Drop by the Sycamore Sports Hall for the latest timetable or to suggest what you would like to see on offer.
Participants in Huish Sport Extra:
- attend 2 x training sessions per week
- compete in regular figures
- are registered for sessions
There is no cost to take part.
For £150 per year you can access physio and a weekly strength and conditioning session.
Huish Tigers Academy
Huish Sport has partnerships with Huish Tigers, and Bristol Bears Academy and Bears Women, and all are designed to develop you as an individual not just a player; you will have opportunities to enhance your game, coaching and officiating skills.
It is our aim to develop you into a well-rounded adult by the time you leave us with many doors open to you. Each programme has access to the on-site strength and conditioning gym and physio treatment, which is available weekly during the playing season.
In addition to the features of Huish Sport Extra, Huish Tigers Academy enjoy:
- additional training sessions
- 2 x strength and conditioning sessions
- access to physio
- strapping and taping
- weekly fixtures.
Huish Tigers Academy is £300 per year and recruitment is via a selection process.
Huish Tigers Basketball
The Huish Tigers Basketball programme aims to develop your individual skill set to allow you to progress into professional environments following Huish. Sessions include leadership development, strength and conditioning, sports psychology and 1v1 skills sessions.
Each session is tailor-made to you with regular reviews between the you and the Head Coach to decide on your individual path. There is no one size fits all when it comes to progression, everyone has their own path and will develop at their own speed. We aim to act as catalyst for you to discover your path to success.
Bristol Bears
We work closely with Bristol Bears to deliver a Rugby programme suitable for all abilities and specifically for players with ambition to play at the highest levels.
Bears staff support the programme daily and liaise closely with our staff to facilitate a high-quality rugby and athletic development schedule that meets the demands of an ambitious academic institution.
Huish Men’s Rugby will join the RFU ACE League from September 2025.
This collaboration provides an enjoyable and challenging environment for players on the Premiership Academy Pathway. We attract and continue to develop many junior academy players and support those that continue in the Bears pathway post-16.
Somerset Cricket Foundation
Our partnership with Somerset County Cricket has a long-standing history of success with the likes of Jack Leach studying at Huish whilst developing his cricketing skills with Somerset Cricket.
The is a joint venture between us and Somerset Cricket Foundation. You will have access to strength & conditioning at Huish, and group and 2-1 skills sessions at the County Ground from some of Somerset’s top age grade coaches.
Sycamore Sports Hall
The Sycamore Sports Hall includes a full sized multi sports arena with a 100 seat spectator viewing gallery, changing facilities and gym. Our court is said to be one of the best in the country with state-of-the art camera technology for performance analysis.
Gym
Our gym overlooking the sports hall has a selection of equipment including cardio machines and weights.
Following your induction, you will find a number of suggested work outs available on the wall, great for those looking for a place to start. The gym is payable via the online shop.
Outdoor
Our outdoor facilities include the 3G pitch, Ash Meadows Rugby Pitch and a cross country running track.
Find us in the Sycamore Sports Hall reception, stop by if you would like to find out more about current activities on offer. We are supported by a strong team of coaches.
Mike Ryan – Sport Development Officer
E: mikery@richuish.ac.uk
T:01823 320 963
Gary Carter – Head of Huish Tigers Basketball
E: garyc@richuish.ac.uk
T:01823 424 655
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