Year: 2026

Written by Christian Pugsley Fresh after watching Josh Kerr storm to a new WR in the mile, I was reminded of the sheer number of records achieved by LUCA athletes this year, in what was a momentous 10th anniversary year for LUCA. We saw 7 new records set at LUCA Indoors, a further 3 at the LUCA Outdoor Open (including 2 in the inaugural mixed relay events) and then 7 more records set at LUCA Outdoors, which returned to where it all began in 2014 at Tooting Bec. LUCA has […]

LUCA is now recruiting for its new Operations Committee. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of university athletics across London, the East and the South East. We are looking for passionate, reliable and proactive people who want to play a part in delivering competitions, supporting clubs, growing our community and helping LUCA move forward. Our Operations Committee plays a key role in the day-to-day running and development of LUCA. These roles are a chance to gain valuable experience, make a real impact and contribute to something […]

The LUCA Awards return this year to celebrate the people who make our community special. Across London, the South East and the East of England, hundreds of student athletes take part in LUCA competitions each year. But LUCA is about far more than race results. Behind every competition are athletes pushing themselves to improve, committee members organising their clubs, volunteers giving their time, and coaches supporting athletes week after week. The LUCA Awards recognise the dedication, passion and effort that make university athletics such a vibrant community. The awards will […]