Loughborough plays host to Community Rugby World Cup trophy tour

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people pose next to the rugby world cup trophy 2025

(L-R): Professor Jo Maher, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Sport at Loughborough University, Amelia Williams (Loughborough Lightning) and Ala Lutui (Loughborough Lightning), Professor Nick Jennings, Vice-Chancellor and President of Loughborough University,

The Community Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour arrived at Loughborough University this weekend, giving students, staff, and community groups the chance to see the championship trophy up close.

Hosted by England Rugby, Loughborough’s stop formed part of the nationwide tour following the success of the England Women’s national rugby union team at the 2025 tournament.

Winning side England featured Loughborough-linked players Emily Scarratt, Sadia Kabeya, Lilli Ives Campion, Helena Rowland, Lark Atkin-Davies, Abi Burton, and Morwenna Talling as they lifted the trophy on home soil.

There was also wider representation from Loughborough throughout the tournament, with players, coaches, and practitioners appearing for Scotland, Wales, USA, and Canada respectively.

Loughborough University was also proud to host the USA Women's Eagles for its preparation camp ahead of the campaign.

The Community Rugby World Cup Trophy Tour initiative celebrates grassroots growth in sport as it continues to go from strength to strength.

For more information on rugby union at Loughborough University, visit: www.lboro.ac.uk/sport/news/categories/rugby-union/