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2025 U SPORTS Women’s Rugby Championship | UBC Thunderbirds

2025 U SPORTS Women’s Rugby Championship | UBC Thunderbirds

Why this championship matters

For three days, Vancouver becomes the heartbeat of Canadian university rugby. The country’s top eight teams arrive with one goal: lift the Monilex Trophy. Expect hard-running rugby, big defensive moments, and a packed Thunderbird Stadium bringing the noise. Whether you’re a student, alum, or new to the sport—this is your chance to be part of the atmosphere that pushes teams over the line.

About the Championship

The 2025 CGIS U SPORTS Women’s Rugby Championship Presented by Rec Room brings Canada’s best university teams to Vancouver. Over three days, eight teams compete in an 11-game bracket at Thunderbird Stadium to crown a national champion.

3Days
11Games
8Teams
CGIS Title Partner Presented by Rec Room Monilex Trophy Hosted by UBC

Tickets

Choose your ticket type below. Tournament Pass covers all 11 games. Day (Game) Passes give access to all matches on the selected day.

Tournament Pass

All days • All games
Buy Tournament Pass

Quarter-Finals Day Pass

Wed 29 Oct • 4 games
Buy Day Pass

Semi-Finals Day Pass

Fri 31 Oct • 4 games
Buy Day Pass

Finals Day Pass

Sun 2 Nov • 3 games
Buy Day Pass

Prefer to buy through U SPORTS? Visit the U SPORTS Ticket Hub.

Schedule (subject to change)

Gates open 60 minutes before the first fixture of each session. Exact matchups depend on seeding and results.

Date Time (PT) Round Tickets
Wed 29 Oct 11:00 Quarter-Final A Get Day Pass
Wed 29 Oct 13:30 Quarter-Final B Get Day Pass
Wed 29 Oct 16:00 Quarter-Final C Get Day Pass
Wed 29 Oct 18:30 Quarter-Final D Get Day Pass
Fri 31 Oct 11:00 Consolation Semi Get Day Pass
Fri 31 Oct 13:30 Consolation Semi Get Day Pass
Fri 31 Oct 16:00 Championship Semi Get Day Pass
Fri 31 Oct 18:30 Championship Semi Get Day Pass
Sun 2 Nov 11:00 Consolation Final Get Day Pass
Sun 2 Nov 13:30 Bronze Medal Match Get Day Pass
Sun 2 Nov 16:00 Gold Medal Match Get Day Pass
Wed 29 Oct11:00
Quarter-Final A
Wed 29 Oct13:30
Quarter-Final B
Wed 29 Oct16:00
Quarter-Final C
Wed 29 Oct18:30
Quarter-Final D
Fri 31 Oct11:00
Consolation Semi
Fri 31 Oct13:30
Consolation Semi
Fri 31 Oct16:00
Championship Semi
Fri 31 Oct18:30
Championship Semi
Sun 2 Nov11:00
Consolation Final
Sun 2 Nov13:30
Bronze Medal Match
Sun 2 Nov16:00
Gold Medal Match

Know Before You Go

Arrive early—bag checks and ticket scanning occur at entry. Limited parking on campus; transit and cycling encouraged.
  • Entry: Digital tickets recommended. Have your QR code ready.
  • Parking/Transit: Served by multiple bus routes; limited paid parking onsite at Thunderbird Stadium or nearby at Thunderbird Parkade.
  • Accessibility: Accessible seating available; contact guest.services@ubc.ca for assistance.
  • Food & Beverage: Concessions open; alcohol service per venue policy.
  • Prohibited Items: Outside food and beverages, non-human powered noise makers, large bags, weapons and other items deemed inappropriate for entry.
  • Animal Policy: All animals are prohibited from the venue, with the exception of service animals.

FAQs

Are single-day tickets available?
Yes—see the Day Pass options above for Quarter-Finals (29 Oct), Semi-Finals (31 Oct), and Finals Day (2 Nov).

Will games be broadcast?
Championship coverage is planned on U SPORTS/CBC digital platforms; final details TBA.

Is the schedule final?
Timings and matchups are subject to change; please check back closer to the event.

Partners & Sponsors

Thank you to our partners whose support powers this championship and helps us Bring The Thunder for athletes and fans.

Questions? Email tickets@usports.ca or visit the U SPORTS Championships portal.

U SPORTS Women’s Rugby Championship • Oct 29–Nov 2 Buy Tickets