**Deportes UABC to Host “Cima Bowl” and “Cimaround” Events**
Students from the Faculty of Sports at the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC) have announced their upcoming end-of-semester events: the Cima Bowl and Cimaround, which are flag football and boxing tournaments, respectively.
The Cima Bowl will take place on November 23 and 24 at UABC’s American football field. It includes female, male, and mixed divisions in an open category. Initially, 16 teams signed up, but the number has grown over time. The teams will compete in a round-robin format. The registration fee is 3,000 pesos per team, with trophies, medals, and commemorative flags awarded to the winner. The runner-up will receive a trophy and medals. Interested participants can find more information on the Cima Bowl’s social media platforms on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
The second event, Cimaround, is an interfaculty boxing tournament also run by students of the Physical Activity and Sports Promotion course. It will be held on Friday, November 22, starting at 12:00 p.m. at the UABC University Gymnasium. Matches will be organized based on participants’ experience and categories. The event will have an ambulance and medic on standby, with all fighters receiving a medal for participating. Further details are available on Cimaround’s social media pages.
Juan José Calleja Núñez, director of the Faculty of Sports, expressed gratitude for the dedication of students under the guidance of Professor Oswaldo Ezequiel Híjar. He thanked the event sponsors and congratulated the students on the organization and success of their projects.
**Secondary Article: Growing Popularity of Flag Football and Boxing Among Students**
Flag football and boxing are witnessing a surge in popularity among universities, with events like the Cima Bowl and Cimaround offering students a platform to showcase their skills. Across various campuses, these sports are becoming a focal point for competition and camaraderie, illustrating the broader trend of diversity in collegiate sports offerings. As institutions strive to engage students in physical activities, such tournaments not only promote fitness but also foster teamwork and leadership skills. The increasing participation numbers and the enthusiastic preparation for these events signal a promising future for both sports within academic settings.
The cultural crossover of these sports has media coverage highlighting an amplified interest, bringing together athletes from different disciplines to compete in a supportive environment. This trend indicates not only a shift towards varied sports in academic settings but also underlines the universities’ commitment to offering more inclusive athletic opportunities to students with diverse interests.