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Proposed facilities for the World Student Games - from The City of Sheffield Universiade 1991 [bid to the British Student Sports Federation to host the World Student Games], c. 1986
![Proposed facilities for the World Student Games - from The City of Sheffield Universiade 1991 [bid to the British Student Sports Federation to host the World Student Games], c. 1986](/p/716/proposed-facilities-world-student-games-city-14049030.jpg.webp "Proposed facilities for the World Student Games - from The City of Sheffield Universiade 1991 [bid to the British Student Sports Federation to host the World Student Games], c. 1986")
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Proposed facilities for the World Student Games - from The City of Sheffield Universiade 1991 [bid to the British Student Sports Federation to host the World Student Games], c. 1986
Local Studies ref. 796.48 SSTQ
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This print from the Sheffield City Archives showcases the proposed facilities for the World Student Games, dating back to 1986. The image depicts an ambitious bid by The City of Sheffield Universiade 1991 to host this prestigious event, presented to the British Student Sports Federation. Intriguingly captured within the frame are various elements that would make these games a grand success. Located in Attercliffe's East End Park, we see meticulously designed sports facilities and lush gardens that were envisioned as venues for athletic excellence and leisurely respite alike. Among them stands proudly Woodbourn Road Athletics Stadium, a centerpiece of this proposal. The photograph serves as a testament to Sheffield's commitment towards fostering international camaraderie through sport. It is evident that extensive planning went into creating an environment where athletes from around the world could showcase their talents while being surrounded by picturesque landscapes. While it remains uncertain whether this bid was successful or not, this archival gem allows us to glimpse into a moment when dreams and aspirations converged with meticulous urban design. As we explore this historical artifact further, it becomes clear that its purpose extends beyond commercial use; instead, it offers us a window into Sheffield's rich sporting heritage and its ambition to be at the forefront of global student athletics. Let us cherish such glimpses into our past as they remind us of our collective pursuit for excellence in both sportsmanship and city planning.
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![Cover of The City of Sheffield Universiade 1991 [bid to the British Student Sports Federation to host the World Student Games], c. 1986](/sq/716/cover-city-sheffield-universiade-1991-bid-14040680.jpg.webp)
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