Students, alumni and UB community members turned out last Saturday for the well-loved spring tradition. Photo: Douglas Levere

Teams checked in bright and early with clean clothes and plenty of enthusiasm. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Ready for the Ooze! Participants are warned to duct-tape their pants and shoes in place — unless they're ok with losing them during the game. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

And we're off! This doesn't look too bad... Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Hope that manicure fared better than the ball! Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

There's nothing like an encouraging pat on the back from a teammate. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Or a high five after a good play! Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Things are getting oozey. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Oh my, that's a lot of mud! Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

This team really stands out. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

This is why you duct-tape your shoes. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Sometimes you've got to take your shot, consequences be damned! Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

In the end, it's a great time to bond with friends. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Then it's time to clean up. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Thank goodness the showers are warm! Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Everything needs a good rinse. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki