Team Kent and Team Christ Church believe that Canterbury Varsity is about promoting friendship, pride and passion through the celebration of sport. Therefore, to ensure everyone feels welcome and comfortable whether competing, spectating or following all the action we’ve set out our Varsity Values.
All students, staff and members of the community are welcome to attend the Canterbury Varsity matches.
- Canterbury Varsity was created to showcase the best of University sport within the community. We welcome everyone to experience the atmosphere, cheer on the players and witness the impressive sporting talent Canterbury has to offer.
- Although Varsity is inherently competitive, participation is key to a successful Varsity. We encourage everyone to join the excitement by competing, cheering from the sidelines or following the fixtures and activities running throughout Varsity.
We are committed to providing an respectful and inclusive environment.
- Team Kent and Team Christ Church have a zero-tolerance approach to abusive, threatening or intimidating behaviour against any individual whether online or in-person before, during or after the event. This includes crude or abusive language, gestures or chants.
- All individuals, regardless of sexuality, age, gender, class, race, disability or religion are entitled to respect. Varsity is a time to celebrate community spirit. We expect everyone to contribute to an inclusive environment, all forms of discrimination will not be tolerated.
- If you or anyone you know experience or see any discrimination or abusive behaviour, that doesn’t comply with our values, please speak to a member of Kent or Christ Church staff, or an event official at the Varsity venue.
Maintaining a safe environment at Varsity events
- All venues have a zero-tolerance policy to drugs and alcohol, as well as other prohibited items such as sharp items or any item which may be used as a weapon. You will have these seized if you attempt to bring them into any of the Varsity fixtures.
- Event officials are here to make sure that fixtures run smoothly and safely. All attendees should comply with direction given by event officials with event regulations set out for each fixture.
- All participants in Varsity should conduct themselves in a competitive yet professional manner, in line with the Player Code of Conduct.
By entering any Varsity venues, you are agreeing to these values. We hope that Varsity is an enjoyable event for all and may the best team win.