Sport
The competition is held in ten sports – futsal, basketball, handball, volleyball, beach volleyball, table tennis, chess, rowing, cross country, and tennis – in both the men's and women's categories. In all sports, students participate in both categories, and women also have the right to compete in the men's category. The right to participate is granted to students and to individuals who graduated in the academic year 2024/2025.
Each competitor may participate exclusively in one sport, except in the case of the combination of volleyball and beach volleyball, where it is permitted. Also, in cross country running, individuals who compete in any other sport are allowed to participate.
Team leaders are required to submit a list of participants who will represent their team in each discipline, and this list is handed over to the sport leader. During each match, a team has the option to request that the secretary verify the identity of up to two individuals from the opposing team. If the competitors fail to prove their identity, their team automatically loses the match, and the match will not be played.
Sports teams do not have the right to change the competition schedule, but they have the option to file a complaint. The sport leaders reserve the right to modify the regulations in exceptional circumstances.
FUTSAL
The competition is held separately for men’s and women’s teams, with each higher education institution allowed to register only one team. On the field, there are four players and one goalkeeper, while a maximum of 14 players (including goalkeepers) can be registered for a match.
Teams will be drawn into groups, followed by a knockout system. Matches are played for 2 x 15 minutes with "dirty" play. The competition takes place outdoors on artificial grass (even in case of rain), and wearing cleats is prohibited. In the event of a draw during the final stage, each team will take 5 penalty kicks. If the score is still tied, penalty kicks will continue until a decisive result is reached.
Teams take penalty kicks alternately, and each penalty is taken by a different player. At the end of the tournament, the best player, top scorer, and best goalkeeper of the tournament will be announced.
BASKETBALL
The competition is held separately in the men's and women's categories, ensuring that every competitor has the opportunity to participate in their own category. Each higher education institution may register at most one team, which contributes to a fair distribution of competitors and encourages the quality of representation for each institution.
There are five players on the field at the same time, while up to 12 players per team can be registered, providing flexibility in selecting and rotating players during matches. Teams will be divided into groups by drawing lots, and after the group stage, the competition will transition to a knockout system, which further increases the excitement and unpredictability of the tournament.
Matches are played in four sets of 6 minutes each, following the "dirty" play system. The primary surface is tartan; however, in the event of rain, matches are moved indoors where they are played on a wooden court, ensuring optimal conditions regardless of the weather.
At the end of the tournament, the best player will be announced, further emphasizing the importance of individual achievements within the team sport.
HANDBALL
The competition is held separately for men’s and women’s teams, with each higher education institution allowed to register only one team.
On the field, there are six players and one goalkeeper, while a maximum of 16 players (including goalkeepers) can be registered for a match. Teams will be drawn into groups, followed by a knockout system. Matches are played for 2 x 15 minutes with "dirty" play.
The competition takes place indoors on a parquet floor. At the end of the tournament, the MVP will be chosen among the competitors.
On the field, there are six players and one goalkeeper, while a maximum of 16 players (including goalkeepers) can be registered for a match. Teams will be drawn into groups, followed by a knockout system. Matches are played for 2 x 15 minutes with "dirty" play.
The competition takes place indoors on a parquet floor. At the end of the tournament, the MVP will be chosen among the competitors.
VOLLEYBALL
The competition is held separately for men’s and women’s teams, with each higher education institution allowed to register only one team.
Each team has six players on the court, while a maximum of 12 players can be registered for a match. Teams will be drawn into groups, followed by a knockout system. Matches are played in a best-of-three sets format – the first two sets are played to 25 points, the third set to 15 points, with all sets requiring a two-point lead to win.
The competition takes place indoors on a parquet floor. At the end of the tournament, the MVP will be announced.
Each team has six players on the court, while a maximum of 12 players can be registered for a match. Teams will be drawn into groups, followed by a knockout system. Matches are played in a best-of-three sets format – the first two sets are played to 25 points, the third set to 15 points, with all sets requiring a two-point lead to win.
The competition takes place indoors on a parquet floor. At the end of the tournament, the MVP will be announced.
BEACH VOLLEYBALL
The beach volleyball tournament is organized with separate competitions for men and women, ensuring equal opportunities for both categories. Each university may register only one team, and although just two players take to the sand during a match, teams may register up to four players to allow for substitutions and strategic rotation.
Teams will be drawn into groups by lottery, with the subsequent knockout system determining the overall champion. Matches are played in a best-of-three sets format, where the first two sets are contested to 21 points and a deciding third set is played to 15 points—each set requiring a two-point margin for a win. Held on outdoor sand courts, this event highlights agility, endurance, and tactical play.
At the conclusion of the tournament, the best player will be declared, recognizing individual excellence within a dynamic team framework.
TABLE TENNIS
The competition is held separately in the men's and women's divisions, and each higher education institution may register only one team. Competitors are required to bring their own racquets, and teams will be drawn into several groups. Four players register for the tournament, while three players participate in each match. Matches are played in a BO5 format, which means that the team that first wins three matches wins the encounter.
The match schedule between teams A and B is as follows: A1-B2, A2-B1, A3-B3, A1-B1, A2-B2. Each match consists of five sets, with each set played to 11 points, provided that a win is only valid if there is a difference of at least 2 points.
At the end of the tournament, the best player will be announced, further emphasizing the significance of individual achievements within team play.
CHESS
The chess tournament is organized in mixed and women’s categories and is team-based. Women may compete in both categories, although mixed teams are not required to include a female player.
Each team consists of four primary players and two reserves. The team competition features 11 rounds using either the Berger system or the Swiss system, depending on team numbers. Every match is played with a rapid time control of 7 minutes plus a 3-second increment per move, ensuring fast and strategic gameplay.
In the individual competition, each university may send one representative, while the top five teams may select an extra player. The individual event is conducted over 7 rounds with the same time control. All participants must bring two complete chess sets, including a clock, pieces, and board.
At the tournament’s conclusion, the best player is named the first board of the winning team, recognizing individual excellence.
INDOOR ROWING
The indoor rowing competition is organized with separate rankings for men and women, ensuring fair play for both categories. Depending on the number of entries and the crowd evaluation at the start, the competition may be held separately for men and women; however, all categories will run the same course.
Each university may register only one team per category, and each team must consist of at least three and at most five individuals. Team placement is determined by summing the placements of the fastest three team members, with the lowest total score indicating the highest ranking.
This scoring method rewards consistent performance. In addition, the fastest male rower and the fastest female rower will be recognized at the end of the race, highlighting individual excellence.
This event challenges competitors, celebrating sportsmanship. Overall, this competition emphasizes both team strategy and individual athleticism, creating an exciting and fair event for all participants.
CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING
The cross country running tournament is organized in separate divisions for men and women, ensuring fair competition. Each higher education institution can register up to two teams per division, with each team scored separately.
Two teams from the same institution can both finish in the top three and receive medals. Each team consists of four students from the same institution, emphasizing teamwork and individual effort. The men’s event is a relay race where each team member runs 1000 meters, totaling 4000 meters.
The women’s event follows a similar format with each runner covering 500 meters, totaling 2000 meters. At the end of the competition, the fastest male runner and fastest female runner will be recognized for their outstanding performance.
This tournament balances team strategy with individual athletic excellence, making it a compelling event for all participants.
TENNIS
The competition is held in a mixed-gender format, with each higher education institution allowed to register only one team. A maximum of eight teams can participate, and each team consists of one male and one female student.
Matches follow the Davis Cup format, where the male student plays against another male student, the female student plays against another female student, and in case of a tie, mixed doubles are played. Matches are played in a best-of-three sets format, and if the score is 1-1, a super tiebreak to 10 points is played.
Teams will be drawn into groups, followed by a knockout system. All matches are played outdoors. At the end of the tournament, the best male and female players will be announced.
