RICHMOND HILL, Ont. – U SPORTS today announced The Rec Room Granville as the Presenting Partner of the 2025 CGIS U SPORTS Women's Rugby Championship, set for October 29 – November 2, 2025 at Thunderbird Stadium in Vancouver, and hosted by the University of British Columbia (UBC).

The five-day, 11-match national championship will bring together the top eight university programs in Canada, including the host UBC Thunderbirds, to compete for the Monilex Trophy.

At its core, The Rec Room celebrates people coming together to play, compete and enjoy shared experiences. That spirit aligns naturally with U SPORTS student-athletes, whose drive, teamwork and resilience inspire fans across the country. As Presenting Partner, The Rec Room Granville helps ensure their achievements are recognized not only on the pitch but also in the celebrations that continue beyond the final whistle, creating a championship atmosphere that extends the student-athlete experience to the wider community.

"Partnering with The Rec Room Granville adds a new dimension to the championship atmosphere we are building in Vancouver," said Pierre Arsenault, Chief Executive Officer, U SPORTS. "Their dedication to bringing people together through games, entertainment and friendly competitive spirit is a natural extension of the excitement these student-athletes create on the pitch. We are thrilled to work with UBC and the city to deliver an unforgettable showcase of women's rugby." 

Returning to UBC for the first time since 2009, the championship will benefit from Vancouver's deep rugby tradition and the Thunderbirds' renowned ability to host major events. Fans and athletes alike can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere and a celebration of women's rugby at the highest level.

About The Rec Room

The Rec Room is Canada's premier 'Eats & Entertainment' destination that brings together incredible dining, amusement gaming, technology, and live entertainment experiences all under one roof. Part of Cineplex, The Rec Room is a premier social destination and the ultimate gathering spot for corporate events, groups, and parties. While each location is customized to the individual community, The Rec Room concept features multiple dining environments and a wide range of entertainment options including a large amusement games area featuring state-of-the-art simulation, feature attractions, and redemption games as well as an auditorium-style space perfect for musical acts, bands and comedians.

For more information, visit TheRecRoom.com or follow the action on social media Twitter (@TheRecRoomCA) and Instagram (@TheRecRoomCA, @TheRecRoomQC)

About UBC

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for teaching, learning and research, consistently ranked among the top public universities in the world.

UBC embraces innovation and transforms ideas into action. Since 1915, UBC has been opening doors of opportunity for people with the curiosity, drive and vision to shape a better world.

With over 400,000 alumni in 160 countries across the globe, and with nearly 61,000 students currently studying at the Vancouver campus, UBC has produced eight Nobel laureates and three Canadian Prime Ministers. UBC is also home to one of the most decorated varsity athletics programs in Canada, with the Thunderbirds having claimed over 125 U SPORTS Championships. On the international stage, UBC student-athletes and alumni have amassed 66 Olympic medals.

About U SPORTS

U SPORTS is the national brand for university sports in Canada. Every year, over 15,500 student-athletes and 700 coaches vie for 23 national championships in 13 different sports. U SPORTS also provides high performance international opportunities at FISU Winter and Summer World University Games, World University Championships, University World Cups and various educational initiatives.

U SPORTS works in collaboration with 58 members and four conferences as well as the Canadian sport system and Corporate Canada on the growth and delivery of university sport to student-athletes across the country.

For further information, please contact:

John Bower
Director, Marketing and Communications
U SPORTS
780-667-5646
jbower@usports.ca