Sport

In the next few weeks pre-season starts in earnest for those capable of representing the University (known as Blues teams) as they attempt to shed the pounds of summer excess in preparation for the season ahead. Whether you are capable of such lofty heights or would just like to partake in some fun competition, here are Cherwell Sport’s top 10 reasons to get involved in sport at Oxford.

With the World Athletics Championships in Daegu approaching and London 2012 on the horizon, Cherwell Sport examines Britain’s best medal hopes.

The recent performances of England's national teams couldn't be more different. Cricket could teach our footballers a thing or two

The traditional squabbling between English clubs rarely leads to success on the field. Eventually, pragmatism prevails

Steffan Blayney on the Moz-terious ways of Joey Barton

Magdalen pip Jesus off the post in final of Oliver Wyman 7-a-side hockey tournament

Adam Fellows rounds up on a fortnight of hope, disappointment and a whole lot of grunting.

With just under a week to go until the Transfer Window opens up for business, Aleks Klosok gives his definitive Barclays Premier League club-by-club guide as to what fans can come to expect to witness at their clubs this summer

Vincent’s Club start outreach programme to support sport at under-funded state schools

Rowing has never tickled our Sports Editor's fancy, but this year's Summer VIIIs gave it a good go

Hertford boat accidently kill duck on the Isis in 'freak accident'

The Cherwell Photo Team ventures down to the river, among the crowds and crews, to bring you the most exciting, and exhausting, rowing event of the year

The second installment of the high-octane thrillfest that is Mario Kart Cuppers 2011

Allegations of corruption against Sepp Blatter have tainted the game's image at the top. It is time for a change

Matt Nicol reports on the first day of Summer Eights, which saw Oriel snatch the head of the river from Christchurch

Shaquille O'Neal called time on a nineteen year career on Twitter last Wednesday. The once unstoppable centre departs the game with an indelible legacy

Alex O'Bryan-Tear takes you inside the dangerous world of competitive video games as he reports on the 2011 Mario Kart Cuppers

Council of Oxford University Rowing is reviewing decision to make swim tests compulsory for anyone to go on the water after many rowers condemn the plan

Oxford swimmer self-rusticates to pursue his Olympic dream

Lincoln and Queen's college boathouses trashed by thieves over the weekend