Limerick will once again take centre stage on the global rugby map as University of Limerick prepares to host the 2025 Atlantic Youth Touch Cup. Scheduled to run from July 31st to August 3rd, this prestigious underage Touch Rugby competition will attract more than 30 teams from up to a dozen nations to the world-class facilities at UL.
The competition, organised by the Federation of International Touch (FIT), will feature national teams competing across seven grades, from Under-15 to Under-20.
This will be the largest international Touch Rugby tournament ever held in Ireland, further cementing UL's reputation as a premier venue for international sports events.
Touch Rugby, a fast-paced, non-contact sport that prioritises skill, speed, and spatial awareness, is growing in popularity across Ireland.
The game is widely recognised in Australia and New Zealand for its role in developing young rugby players. Locally, the sport is governed by the ITA, with teams such as Munster Touch Rugby Club, based in Parteen, contributing to its development.
For more information about the event, please visit the Ireland Touch Association website www.irelandtouch.ie
