The Brown women’s rugby team is set to compete in the 2026 Women’s Collegiate Rugby Championship as the No. 1 overall seed, according to an April 24 announcement. The Bears have won the last three Women’s Premier Cups and are looking to secure their fourth consecutive title.
The team’s participation in this year’s National 7s Tournament is significant as it continues a streak of success for Brown women’s rugby. Their consistent performance highlights their status among collegiate programs.
Brown will begin play on Saturday, April 25, at 9 a.m., facing No. 8 seed UConn. If successful, they will advance to the quarterfinals at 2:40 p.m. against an opponent yet to be determined. The semifinals are scheduled for Sunday, April 26, at 11 a.m., with the championship match following at 3 p.m.
All matches throughout the tournament will be streamed on https://tv.ncr.rugby/, while the championship game will also air on the All Women’s Sports Network.
Supporters can find more information about this weekend’s schedule through Brown’s complete breakdown online or follow updates via @BrownU_Bears on X and Instagram, BrownUBears on Facebook, and BrownAthletics on YouTube.
