Rugby that belongs to everyone
Limerick teams and visiting sides come together in a tournament where LGBTQIA+ players, friends and supporters all belong.
About the Lynch Cup
Lynch Cup 2026
About the Lynch Cup
A day built on belonging
The Lynch Cup brings Limerick teams together with visiting sides from across the island for a day of inclusive competition, connection and celebration. Hosted by Sarsfields, an LGBTQIA+ inclusive rugby club, the tournament honours our teammate and friend, Sarah Lynch.
- Date
- Saturday 15 August 2026
- Venue
- Tom Clifford Park
- Status
- Complete
2026 event
The day at a glance
Start with the key times below, then use Fixtures for your full schedule and any match-day changes.
- 10:30
Tag rugby
The first Tag match starts at 10:30. Players should arrive ready to play and keep Fixtures close for their full schedule.
- See Fixtures
Contact rugby
The Contact running order and pitch assignments will appear in Fixtures alongside any match-day changes.
- 20:00
The celebration continues
The 23+ after-party at 101 Limerick begins at 20:00. Registered participants open their included digital ticket in My Lynch Cup; guest tickets are available online.
Why the Lynch Cup?
For Sarah
Sarah Lynch was our first female vice-captain, a leader, and the heart of Sarsfields Rugby. From day one she welcomed every new player, calmed the nerves, answered every question and cheered every small win.
When we lost Sarah in December 2023 we knew her spirit would live on, and the Lynch Cup is how we honour her and keep building the inclusive rugby culture she believed in.
We don’t just play in her name. We carry her heart onto the pitch with us. Always.
On the day
What to expect
A wider programme
The 2026 programme brings inclusive Tag and Contact rugby together, with current match times and pitches available in Fixtures.
A day to share
Expect competitive rugby, great energy on the sidelines and a community brought together by Sarah’s spirit.
Last year’s Lynch Cup
See what the Lynch Cup feels like
Relive the energy, community and joy of the first Lynch Cup — and get a glimpse of what’s waiting in 2026.
Plan the day
Essential event information
Spectators are welcome throughout the tournament. Come along, find a place on the sideline and be part of the occasion.
- Date
- Saturday 15 August 2026
- Venue
- Tom Clifford Park
- Spectator access
- Enter through the main gate on Rosbrien Road and follow signs to the designated spectator areas.
- Parking
- 100 first-come, first-served spaces from 09:30. Please car-pool; there is no arranged overflow car park.
- Accessibility
- Blue Badge parking is beside the main entrance. The clubhouse has a ground-floor accessible toilet and lift.
- After-party tickets
- Guest tickets are available securely from the Afterparty page while online sales are open. Paid tickets are delivered by email and in My Lynch Cup when purchased while signed in.
Follow the tournament
Stay with the action
The full fixture list and running order are now available. On the day, come back here to follow the action as it unfolds, with live results and standings throughout the tournament.