The Duckworth Challenge is an annual competition between the University of Manitoba Bisons and the University of Winnipeg Wesmen highlighting their long-standing cross-town rivalry.
Established in the 1991-92 season by the late Dr. Henry E. Duckworth former president of the University of Winnipeg from 1971 to 1981 and Chancellor of the University of Manitoba from 1986 to 1992 the event was created to showcase competitive but friendly athletic competition between the two universities.
Now in its 33rd year the Duckworth Challenge remains a marquee event in Manitoba university sports drawing fans alumni and students from both schools to support their teams across multiple sports including basketball and volleyball. The intense yet respectful rivalry fuels excitement each year with players and fans embracing the mantra everyone is either on your side or against you.