From historic moments at Wimbledon to high-stakes drama at the Women’s Euros, Summer 2025 is a goldmine of sporting inspiration. But why just watch when you can take part?
At LJMU, sport is for everyone, whether you're a future Olympian, a casual gym-goer, or just looking to try something new and make friends.
🎾 Wimbledon (30th June – 13th July, London)
This summer, Centre Court hosts legends in the making. With top seeds like Carlos Alcaraz and Coco Gauff, and rule changes like electronic line calls and new heat breaks, Wimbledon 2025 is set to make history.
Inspired by the Grand Slam energy? The LJMU Tennis Club is open to players of all abilities.
⚽ UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 (2nd – 27th July, Switzerland)
Europe’s top national teams go head-to-head. With England entering as defending champions and Wales reaching their first ever major tournament, women’s football is booming across the UK.
Whether you’re a serious player or new to the game, LJMU has men’s and women’s football clubs for all levels.
👉 Explore Football (Women’s) 👉 Explore Football (Men’s)
🏁 British Grand Prix (4th – 6th July, Silverstone)
Formula 1 at Silverstone is the highlight of UK motorsport. Lewis Hamilton took an emphatic win last year to increase his record to 9 wins on home soil, will he make it 10?
If speed, adrenaline, and precision engineering. are your thing, LJMU Motorsport Society is the place to meet like-minded students.
👉 Join the LJMU Formula 1 Society
🚴 Tour de France (5th – 27th July, Lille)
Cycling's toughest test returns. From mountain climbs to sprint finishes, the Tour showcases the very best in endurance and strategy.
Take your two-wheeled passion to the next level. The LJMU Cycling Club is in need of an enthusiastic person to restart the club.
👉 Drop us an email at jmsusport@ljmu.ac.uk
🌊 World Aquatics Championships (11th July – 3rd August, Singapore)
From swimming to water polo, the world’s best aquatic athletes compete on the global stage. Take the plunge! Join LJMU Swimming Club or set up a Water Polo club.
or email jmsusport@ljmu.ac.uk to set up a Water Polo Club
⛳ The Open Championship (17th – 20th July, Royal Portrush)
Golf’s oldest major returns to Northern Ireland. Expect drama on the greens and plenty of inspiration for your own swing.
Whether you're aiming for par or just starting out, LJMU Golf Club has you covered.
🏉 Women’s Rugby World Cup (22nd August – 27th September, England)
Rugby’s biggest names hit UK soil. England hosts this historic competition hoping to go one better than their runner’s up place in 2021. Six-time champions, New Zealand, are the team to watch but with names like Ilona Maher, could the USA cause an upset?
You can channel that energy right here on campus by joining LJMU Rugby Union!
👉 Join Rugby (Women’s) 👉 Join Rugby (Men’s)
🏃 World Athletics Championships (13th – 21st September, Tokyo)
From sprints to long jump, the world’s fastest and strongest athletes shine on the global stage.
Whether you're chasing PBs or jogging for fun, LJMU Athletics Club and LJMU Running Club are ready to take you in and help you achieve your goals.
👉 Join the LJMU Athletics Club 👉 Join the LJMU Running Club
Make 2025 Your Year
This summer, don’t just watch world-class sport - get involved. Whether you pick up a racket, a club, or just your trainers sport at LJMU is about connection, wellbeing, and having a blast.
Try something new by exploring all of our sports clubs via JMSU:
👉 Find Your Team!
Let’s turn inspiration into action. See you on the pitch, court, track, or pool!
