The York Torch is the ultimate prize, coveted by all colleges within the university. Inspired by the iconic Olympic Torch, this prestigious award takes the form of a grand plaque adorned with engravings detailing the complete history of annual recipients. A symbol of excellence and sporting prowess, the York Torch embodies the spirit of competition and camaraderie among students.
 
The design of the current lightable torch traces its roots back to the enthusiasm and excitement surrounding the 1976 Summer Olympics held in Montreal. Since then, it has been a beacon of achievement, motivating teams to strive for greatness and etch their names into the annals of York University's athletic legacy.
 
Earning the York Torch is no easy feat; it requires a combination of active participation and outstanding competitive results. However, our recognition and reward system ensures that both commitment and performance are duly acknowledged, making the journey towards the York Torch a motivating and rewarding experience for all teams.
 
The pursuit of the York Torch transcends individual teams, encompassing the men's, women's, and co-ed divisions. Each division contributes to the accumulation of York Torch Points, adding to the overall competitive zeal and sense of collective achievement.
 
Moreover, in acknowledgment of the diverse sporting landscape, championships are also awarded within each division, further spotlighting the dedication and triumphs of participating colleges. The final weeks of competition, often witness the culmination of numerous championship battles, from thrilling matches to nail-biting finishes, adding to the illustrious history of the York Torch and keeping our audience on the edge of their seats.
 
With its long and distinguished legacy, the York Torch is a testament to the dedication, passion, and sportsmanship that York University's Intramural athletes exemplify. As colleges vie for the honor of hoisting this revered trophy, they compete for glory and contribute to the rich tapestry of athletic excellence that defines the university's sporting heritage.
 


 
 

 YORK TORCH CHAMPIONS & RUNNERS UP

 

Year		Champion	Runner-Up
2023-24	Stong College		Bethune College
2022-23	Bethune College		Stong College
2021-22	Not Awarded		Not Awarded
2020-21	Not Awarded		Not Awarded
2019-20	Stong College		Bethune College
2018-19	Stong College		Bethune College
2017-18	Stong College		Bethune College
2016-17	Stong College		Vanier College
2015-16	Stong College		Bethune College
2014-15	Stong College		Vanier College
2013-14	Stong College		Bethune College
2012-13	Stong College		Vanier College
2011-12	Bethune College		Stong College
2010-11	Stong College		Bethune College
2009-10	Stong College		Bethune College
2008-09	Bethune College		Stong College
2007-08	Bethune College		Stong College
2006-07	Stong College		Bethune College
2005-06	Stong College		Bethune College
2004-05	Stong College		Bethune College
2003-04	Bethune College		McLaughlin College
2002-03	Bethune College		McLaughlin College
2001-02	Bethune College		Stong College
2000-01	Calumet College		Stong College
1999-00	Stong College		Bethune College
1998-99	Stong College		Bethune College
1997-98	Stong College		Bethune College
1996-97	Bethune College		McLaughlin College
1995-96	Stong College		Bethune College
1994-95	Bethune College		Calumet College
1993-94	Stong College		Osgoode Hall
1992-93	Stong College		Bethune College
1991-92	Stong College		Bethune College
1990-91	Stong College		McLaughlin College
1989-90	McLaughlin College		Bethune College
1988-89	Stong College		McLaughlin College
1987-88	Stong College		McLaughlin College
1986-87	Founders College		Bethune College
1985-86	McLaughlin College		Calumet College
1984-85	McLaughlin College		Calumet College
1983-84	Stong College		McLaughlin College
1982-83	Calumet College		Alumni
1981-82	Stong College		McLaughlin College
1980-81	Stong College		McLaughlin College
1979-80	Stong College
1978-79	Stong College
1977-78	Stong College
1976-77	Stong College
1975-76	Stong College
1974-75	Stong College
1973-74	Stong College
1972-73	Stong College
1971-72	Stong College
1970-71	Glendon College
1969-70	Glendon College
1968-69	Glendon College
1967-68	Glendon College
1966-67	Glendon College