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American Football

Competing in the BUCS National Premiership, Durham Saints American Football is one of the UK’s leading programmes and two-time national champion, most recently being crowned 2026 National Champions. 

Recent achievements

In the 2026 BUCS National Championship, we made history - defeating four-time defending champions UWE Bullets to claim the BUCS National Championship title.

It's the first time Durham has ever beaten UWE, and the first national title in the programme's history.

A landmark moment for the Saints, and for Durham sport. 

 

Watch the Championship decider match below!

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Play your way

We welcome players of all ability levels, from complete beginners to experienced athletes. Our clubs provide high-performance environments alongside inclusive team culture. Our sports programmes also offer undergraduate and postgraduate scholarship opportunities, with all equipment provided to ensure accessibility for players.

Find out about sport in our Colleges

Our College sport - the UK's largest intercollegiate programme - champions participation, inclusivity and belonging for all students, from beginners to competitors.
College Sport

Read more about our sports scholarships

We offer numerous undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships for sports. Explore them here.
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