Derby Day - volunteers wanted! 2026
Derby Day 2026 – Essex vs East Anglia
Get ready for one of the biggest sporting events of the year as the University of Essex takes on the University of East Anglia in the highly anticipated Derby Day 2026.
Taking place across the University of Essex Colchester Campus, this exciting event will see hundreds of student athletes competing in over 30 fixtures throughout the day. Teams will battle across a wide range of sports to earn Derby Day points, with every result contributing to the final overall score.
Volunteers wanted!
We are looking for volunteers to help across key shifts throughout the day. Our volunteer marshals will signpost all Essex and UEA teams to relevant venues or pitches, monitor spectator behaviour before, during and after the fixtures, and help out with keeping everything as clean as possible.
All volunteers will be supported by SU staff at all times. You will receive briefing documents ahead of the day and there will be a Volunteer Hub where you can check in for your shift, seek support from VTeam staff, and take a well earned break (tea, coffee, biscuits provided).
Available shifts are:
- Shift 1: 8am - 11am
- Shift 2: 10:30am - 2pm
- Shift 3: 1:30pm - 5pm
- Shift 4: 4:30pm - 8pm
You are welcome to sign up for multiple volunteering shifts, the more the merrier!
Sign Up Here!
If you have any questions regarding this volunteering opportunity, please email: vteam@essex.ac.uk