The Redbacks represent RMIT University in sport both nationally and internationally.
The RMIT Redbacks is the name for all the teams and individuals that represent RMIT at university, national and international sporting competitions and events.
Proudly wearing the iconic red and black colours and cheered on by popular spider mascots Rupert and Ruby, the Redbacks are known for their sportsmanship and triumphs on the field, as well as their strong camaraderie and inclusive team culture off it.
Whether you are a student, alumni, staff member, participant, or a passionate fan, you are considered a Redback as part of the wider RMIT community.
RMIT University has a rich sporting history dating back to 1900 when social games were played under the Working Men's College (as RMIT was previously known).
In the early 1990s, RMIT began participating in the UniSport Australia Nationals (then known as the Australian University Games), competing annually against more than 40 other universities in a range of sports. The Redbacks were then established in 1997.
Today, RMIT students and teams, under the Redbacks brand, participate in various competitions nationally and internationally, as well as social sports.
The Redbacks had long punched above their weight on the national stage of the University Games, achieving exceptional results, including:
The Redbacks are renowned for sportsmanship and fair play, winning the prestigious John White Spirit of the Games Award at the University Games on multiple occasions and consecutively from 2018-2019.
The award – voted on by member universities, staff, participants and volunteers – is given to the university whose team has displayed exemplary behaviour, excellent team spirit and fair competition.
The Redbacks place a strong emphasis on camaraderie, fun, friendships and creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all students to participate across sport programs and events.
RMIT is commited to supporting our elite athletes, and fostering student excellence in both academic pursuits and the professional sporting world.
Some of the key services and facilities we offer are:
Acknowledgement of Country
RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.
