UCLA Men's Rugby closes out its fall schedule with one of the most meaningful fixtures on the calendar: the annual Stu Ledsam Cup, as the Bruins host Belmont Shore Men's Rugby Club on Thursday, December 4th at 7:00pm on the IM Rugby Field in Westwood.

The matchup honors Stu Ledsam—Bruin alumnus, founder of Belmont Shore Rugby Club, and a pivotal figure in developing grassroots rugby throughout Los Angeles. His decades of passion, mentorship, and unwavering support for UCLA Rugby make this fixture a celebration of legacy as much as competition.

This season marks the second year of the revived tradition, with Belmont Shore entering as the current holders of the Ledsam Cup after edging the Bruins in last year's inaugural clash. UCLA, coming off a strong fall campaign, will be eager to bring the trophy home on familiar turf under the lights in Westwood.
 

Fans can expect a high-paced, physical contest as UCLA tests its depth against one of Southern California's premier senior clubs. For the Bruins, it's a chance to measure themselves against seasoned opposition, showcase their development, and pay tribute to a man who helped build the rugby community they now represent.

Kickoff is set for 7:00pm, and the Bruins will be looking to lift the Cup for the first time in this burgeoning annual tradition.

Match Day Schedule

• Location: Intramural Rugby Field, UCLA (Westwood)

• Admission: Free — supporters encouraged to arrive early

Thursday nights game will be streamed live on the UCLA Rugby YouTube channel, giving fans everywhere a front-row seat to what promises to be a thrilling day of rugby in Westwood.