The Sports and Physical Education Department (SPED) aims to “Build Your Body for a Better Life” by offering a top-tier fitness facility with expert staff. Our primary mission is to serve the university community’s sports and fitness requirements. Over time, we’ve seen a steady increase in facility usage.
Mission
Vision
The University Gym aspires to become the leading wellness centre in Maracas Valley, catering to the fitness needs of the USC community and the surrounding area with a Christ-centred approach.
University Sports Day
University Sports Day is the annual sporting event held in the second semester of each academic year. Competition is held between the schools and provides the opportunity for both staff and students to have a day of competitive fun. Do check the academic calendar for the scheduled date.
Intervarsity Sports
SPED takes part in a number of Intervarsity competitions. These competitions are held between universities in Trinidad & Tobago. Competition disciplines include football, tennis, cricket, basketball, and volleyball.
Intramural Sports
Within the university community are a number of competitions held:
- The T. Gardner Cup Football League Competition.
- The C.A. Valley Windball Cricket Competition.
- The La Coupe Basketball Competition, held between various territories.
- Table Tennis Competition. From time to time, other teams are invited to compete.
Extramural Sports
The university teams occasionally participate in national and club events. Such events are run by National Sporting Organisations (NSOs) and community clubs.
