Sports and Societies are generally split into three groups:

  • University Sports Clubs – supported and funded by the Cambridge Sports Service
  • University Societies – funded by the Cambridge SU, this includes a massive range of societies, basically anything you can think of that isn’t a sport!
  • College Sports and Societies – funded by college and run by Pembroke members

University Sports & Societies

You can get involved in these by going along to the Freshers Fairs, or by looking online (see above). There is pretty much every sport and society you could think of, from Australian Rules Football to Bell-Ringing. All of the societies are fully inclusive (e.g. you’d don’t have to be Belgian to join the Belgian Society) and require only a small fee to join. Many of them will hold events weekly throughout term, which can range from talks to raves depending on the society.

Sporting at University level generally involves some commitment and games are played against other universities. As a reward for sporting excellence, you can obtain University Colours, a Half Blue or a Blue. Some of the most popular sports require you to trial to get into the University Team, can be competitive and require a large time committment. However, don’t fear, for these sports, there are also college teams, which can be joined with any skill level! See below for what Pembroke has to offer.

Pembroke Sports

Pembroke has some of the best Sports Teams in the university, frequently coming high up the college league tables in many sports! Not only that but they are a lot of fun and a great way to make friends, and they involve a good range of graduates and undergraduates. The best bit is that all the sports and societies at college are free to join and are funded by the college!

If you missed the Pembroke Sports and Society Fair then use the following to contact any of the team contacts for each of the different sports! Scroll to the bottom of the page to see the weekly schedule for some of the sports.

Sports ClubsContactCRSiD
Athletics and Cross-CountryJoseph Massinghamjtm44
BadmintonMen’s Captain: Di’Mario Downer
Women’s Captain: Darshana Marathe
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BasketballJakob Sadlerjs2757
Boat ClubCaptain of Boats: Omer Elchanan
Men’s Captain: Toby Lovick
Women’s Captain: Giorgia Brigatti
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ClimbingArshad Khanak2519
CricketNico Smithns935
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FootballMen’s 1sts Captain: Ross Harrison
Women’s 1sts Captain: Grace Martin
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HockeyMatt Williamsmw882
NetballMixed Captain: Tom Dixon
Women’s Captain: Rosa Pollard Smith
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PoolHarry Taylorhjt53
RugbyBen Watkinsbw467
SquashLana Howelllh844
Table TennisTarkan Atesta545
TennisNina Roddicknr543
VolleyballAngus Ivorysc2101
last updated: October 2024

Pembroke Societies

There are also some non-sporting societies at Pembroke. There are University equivalents for all of these societies (which don’t require trials!) but the smaller societies within Pembroke can be more relaxing and personal than the larger University Societies, and always put on good college events and dinners at the end of the year!

If you missed the Pembroke Sports and Society Fair then use the following to contact any of the Presidents for each of the different societies at Pembroke. Scroll to the bottom of the page to see the weekly schedule for some of the societies.

SocietyContactCRSiD
Board Games SocietyPatrick Cosgrovepc747
ChoirMolly Hordmh2245
Christian UnionDaniel Mooredm2023
Jo Cox Feminist SocietyKatie McDonaldkckm2
Law SocietyKate Linkl615
Medic + LawSabah Sarkerss2853
Music SocietyMolly Hordmh2245
Orchard Green SocietyNiklas Todtngt30
PemArtFreya Arnottfa429
Pembroke PanelsTom Barratttb712
Pem PapersOliver Reedor280
Pem PlayersSophia Orrso468
PemTechIshika Samantais551
Poetry SocietyAlex Clovisac2502
Politics SocietyFinlay Evansfe292
Prattlers (Public Speaking)Michael Bayenmjb328
Stokes Science SocietyArchie Finneyaf761
Varsity Ski TripKatie Carterkc677
last updated: October 2024

Pembroke Initiatives

This is a group of activities which aren’t full societies, but receive funding on a case by case basis from the GPC for one-off events or projects. These are generally more graduate focused.

InitiativeContactCRSiD
GardeningOliver Reedor280
YogaCharlotte Brasscmb247
last updated: October 2024

If you wish to run an event yourself (e.g. a sports day) or wish for the GPC to purchase something which would benefit the GP as a whole (e.g. PS4 – we already have one don’t worry), then you can fill in the initiative form here!

Pembroke Weekly Schedule

Find the weekly schedule for some of the sports and societies at Pembroke! There are also many other societies who don’t meet at a regular time each week. Make sure to contact the presidents above it you want to get involved!