University Sports Programs
Fostering athletic excellence, leadership, and national pride through competitive university sports
Participating Universities
42
+5 new universities this year
Annual Tournaments
24
+3 from last year
Student Athletes
8,750
+12% from last year
Sports Offered
16
Including 2 new this year
University Sports Results
Recent Results
| Competition | Event | Date | Gold Medal | Silver Medal | Bronze Medal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National University Games | 100m Sprint (Men) | June 15, 2025 | Addis Ababa University | Bahir Dar University | Hawassa University |
| Inter-University Championship | Football Tournament | June 10, 2025 | Addis Ababa University | Jimma University | Mekelle University |
| University Athletics Championship | Long Distance Running | June 5, 2025 | Hawassa University | Addis Ababa University | Gondar University |
| Eastern Universities Tournament | Basketball Championship | May 28, 2025 | Dire Dawa University | Haramaya University | Jigjiga University |
| National University Games | Swimming Competition | May 20, 2025 | Bahir Dar University | Addis Ababa University | Hawassa University |
Sport-Specific Results
Athletics
| Event | Gold Medal | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 100m Sprint (Men) | Addis Ababa University | 10.45s |
| 100m Sprint (Women) | Bahir Dar University | 11.32s |
| 5000m (Men) | Hawassa University | 13:45.22 |
Football
| Competition | Champion | Score |
|---|---|---|
| National University League | Addis Ababa University | 2-1 |
| Central Universities Cup | Jimma University | 3-0 |
| Eastern Universities Tournament | Haramaya University | 2-0 |
Top Performing Universities
Addis Ababa University
The leading university in Ethiopian sports with exceptional programs in athletics, football, and basketball.
Bahir Dar University
Known for its strong water sports programs and consistent performance in national competitions.
Hawassa University
Excelling in team sports with nationally recognized football and basketball programs.
Featured University Sports
Athletics
Track and field events with a strong focus on middle and long distance running, where Ethiopian universities excel internationally.
View program detailsFootball
Highly competitive university football leagues with many players advancing to professional clubs and national teams.
View program detailsBasketball
Fast-growing university sport with increasing participation and competitive leagues across the country.
View program detailsVolleyball
Popular team sport with strong university programs and regular inter-university competitions.
View program detailsUpcoming University Sports Events
All-Ethiopian University Games
The premier multi-sport event for Ethiopian universities featuring competitions in 16 different sports with over 2,000 student-athletes participating.
Event DetailsUniversity Football Championship Final
The culmination of the university football season with Addis Ababa University facing Hawassa University for the national championship.
Event DetailsUniversity Athletics Championship
Annual track and field championship featuring the best university athletes competing in sprints, middle and long distance events, jumps, and throws.
Event DetailsSponsor University Sports Programs
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