Derby Day is an annual day of sporting competition between the Essex Blades and UEA.
Whether you're involved in a sports team, enjoy sport as a spectator, or just want to relish the party atmosphere, we'll see you there!
WIN 1 OF 5 VIP SUPPORTER PACKS
Each pack includes...
- Tribe t-shirt
- Foam finger
- Derby Day plastic cup
- Blades clapper
- 1 x FREE guaranteed entry to Derby Day FED
Just tell us you're coming* to be in with a chance of winning.
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ATTEND MATCHES TO WIN
Support the Blades, earn points and win BIG on Derby Day.
- Download the Rebels rewards app
- Register using your @essex.ac.uk email address
- Turn on your app permissions
- Check-in to the game you are at via the app
- Earn Points – get rewards and special prizes!
YOU CAN WIN...
- Earn up to 6,000 points when you attend selected fixtures
- Every game you attend gets you one step closer to earning an exclusive prize
- Prizes include: lanyard, tote bag, travel mug, bucket hat, t-shirt, hoodie
- Extra points available for showcase sports: Rugby Women (11:00 Pitch), Rugby Men (13:45 Rugby Pitch) and Danace (18:15 Sports Arena)
- PLUS win a £100 voucher of your choice by attending the Dance showcase (18:15 Sports Arena)
Collection for rewards will be Saturday 27 April 15:00-17:00 in the Sports Arena.
Head to the Rebels Rewards page for more information, FAQs and user assistance.
download the rebels rewards app
FED: DERBY DAY EXTRAVAGANZA
It's the first Wednesday back and the biggest night of the year! We're ready to celebrate (or commiserate!) with you. Our resident DJ Beave will be doing the duties in the main room PLUS Room 2 is open for all your urban needs.
GRAB A TICKET
GET INVOLVED
If you want to play a bigger part in the day, register your interest in volunteering. Choose from:
- Event Photography
- First Aid
- General Event Support (e.g marshals, results runners)
Volunteer perks include:
- Free refreshments for all volunteers
- Free hot food (2x shifts or more)
- Hours count towards Big Essex Award and Club Standards
- Real large scale event experience
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN VOLUNTEERING
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