Denver Onyx and New York Exiles to face off in 2025 Legacy Cup Finals
Tickets on sale for June 29 Championship at TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minnesota
EAGAN, MINNESOTA – The 2025 Legacy Cup, the national championship for Women’s Elite Rugby (WER), will take place between the Denver Onyx and New York Exiles on Sunday, June 29 at 2pm CDT at TCO Stadium (2685 Vikings Cir Eagan, MN 55121).
The Denver Onyx (9-1) won their last two matches of the season in dominating fashion and look to carry that momentum into the championship match. The New York Exiles (6-4) secured their spot in the final with their final win over the Chicago Tempest. The last time the Onyx and Exiles matched up was on June 1 and the Exiles came out on top, 24-17.
“The Legacy Cup is more than a championship, it’s a showcase of the strength, talent, and tenacity that defines Women’s Elite Rugby,” said Dr. Jessica Hammond-Graf, WER President. “This championship match between the Onyx and the Exiles is the culmination of a groundbreaking inaugural season. We’re proud of what we’ve achieved, and even more excited for where we’re headed.”
Fans can buy tickets to the Legacy Cup at www.womenseliterugby.us/2025-legacy-cup. Ticket prices start at $10 for general admission. Prior to the Legacy Cup, the Twin Cities Amazons will face off against the U23 Selects at 11AM CDT, setting the stage for the Legacy Cup Final. Tickets to the Amazons game will also be valid for the Legacy Cup at 2pm CDT.
The Legacy Cup will be broadcast live on www.womenseliterugby.us/.
In addition to the Legacy Cup on Sunday, there will be a free Legacy Cup Clinic for kids between ages 5-18 years old on Saturday, June 28th from 12PM - 2PM CT at Eagan Central Park (1497 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55121). This is a co-ed clinic. Register here.
There will also be a public Meet and Greet for both teams Saturday afternoon at Pryes Brewing (1401 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, MN 55411). The Denver Onyx will be there from 4pm-5pm CT and the Exiles will be there from 5pm -6pm CT.
Weekend Events Schedule:
Saturday, June 28
12:00PM - 2:00PM CDT Legacy Cup Clinic @ Eagan Central Park (1497 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN, 55121)
4:00PM - 5:00PM CDT Denver Onyx Meet and Greet @ Pryes Brewing (1401 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, MN 55411)
5:00PM - 6:00PM CDT New York Exiles Meet and Greet @ Pryes Brewing (1401 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, MN 55411)
Sunday, June 29
10:00AM CDT TCO Stadium Gates Open
11:00AM CDT Twin Cities Amazons face off against the U23 Selects
2:00PM CDT Legacy Cup Championship
For media members interested in attending the Legacy Cup, please fill out the credential form HERE and your request will be vetted in a timely manner. Legacy Cup visual assets for media are here.
Player media availability will be offered on Saturday, June 28th at 2pm CDT at TCO Stadium for interested media members. Please contact Sam Pell at wer@lindarothpr.com, if you are interested. There will also be media availability on Sunday, June 29th with coaches from both teams before the game between 12-12:30pm CDT, and postgame media with players and coaches following the trophy presentation. Further information to follow.
About WER
Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is the first American professional women’s rugby league. The mission of the WER is to be the defining standard of rugby in the United States. WER is structured on the stable foundation of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), a national, amateur pay-to-play model, high level rugby competition established in 2009. With the creation of Women’s Elite Rugby, world-class women’s rugby will be ushered into the next stage of its evolution and will take women’s rugby in the United States to new heights. For the latest news and updates surrounding the league, follow WER on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn.
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